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Frailty is a serious concern in older adults due to its association with disability, falls, hospitalization, and mortality. Did you know that about 15 percent of those aged 65 years or older are considered frail and frailty is on the rise? On today’s show, we’re joined by Dr. Monica M. Williams-Farrelly, a Research Scientist with Regenstrief, who shares with us a recent study highlighting the link between our childhood experiences and our level of frailty later in life.    

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This week, we discuss tips for keeping our loved ones living with Dementia safe during the Halloween festivities, Tina and Terri answer a listener question, share highlights for our afternoon with Teepa Snow, and welcome to the studio April and her mom Aiko. April and Aiko brought their wonderful energy to the world during COVID with their fun exercise routines. What a fun show!

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Navigating this road of caregiving can be lonely, confusing, and frustrating. While few may know it, there are services available to help.  

On this week’s show, we’re joined by Emily Tisdale and Angie Light of Radius Care. Emily and Angie are Care Navigators, who are available to help families by lifting some of the burden of care and by connecting them with any additional services that could be of assistance. If you are a caregiver and need support or a listening ear, be sure to tune in. 

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Did you know that there are currently over 100,000 ongoing clinical trials in the United States?

On this week’s show, we’re joined by Ramita Tandon, Chief Clinical Trials Office with Walgreens. Ramita sheds some light on the topic of clinical trials, how they benefit the development of treatments, and how we can get involved.  

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Did you know that pet ownership has been linked to reduced loneliness, improved mental health, physical health, cognitive stimulation, and longevity, among many other benefits? 65.1 million Americans own a dog, but few know of the benefits of pet therapy. 

On this week’s show, Candace & Terri are joined by Ashleigh Coster and Pam Gasway of Paws and Think, a local nonprofit whose mission is to bring the joy of pets to those who need it most.  If you are a dog lover, or have ever thought about volunteering with your furry friend this is an episode that you’ll want to hear. 

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Are you unable to work, due to the demands of providing around the clock care for your aging or disabled loved one?  Guardian Care is here to help by providing paid support to family caregivers. 

At Guardian Care, we know that no one takes care of family like family. We provide personalized support, simplified service and respite care that ensures both our caregivers and clients are treated just like family.

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Today more than 1-in-5 Americans are caregivers totaling an estimated 53.0 million individuals who are known by Malaz Boustani as the quiet sufferer(s). As we know, caregivers give of themselves, often without a break or resources to help carry the load. Tune in to learn how Dr. Boustani and his team are working to bring relief and support to caregivers across the nation. 

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Did you know that the estimated 53 million caregivers in our nation provide between 24.4 and 40+ hours of care per week? Caregiving is a selfless act of love and dedication, but it can also be physically and emotionally exhausting. That’s where respite comes in as a much-needed break for caregivers. 

On this week’s show Candace & Tina are joined by Laurie Lasbury, Community Engagement Director for Cardon & Associates to discuss how they help caregivers and families find the right respite fit for their loved ones.   

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Caregiver Crossing is brought to you each week by our sponsor Cardon & Associates and today we are joined by Cardon’s Director of Marketing, Susan Bonner. Susan shares her path to long-term care and tips for couples who are thinking of making the move to a community together.  

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Did you know that Indiana currently ranks 42nd when it comes to mental health according to the State of Mental Health in America 2023.  

On this week’s show Candace & Terri are joined by Sargent Lance Dardeen with the IMPD Mobile Crisis Assistance Team, who shares many invaluable resources and tips for the moment when a mental health crisis hits.  

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988: Indiana Suicide Prevention Hotline

211: Indiana Resource Hotline

Mental Health First Aid

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