Being fit doesn't just mean being able to run a triathlon. It can also mean maintaining flexibility, mobility, and as much independence as you can.

Ben Broadhead is a personal trainer who specializes in older adults. "They are alienated from the fitness space," he says. "You don't see them on the gym floor."

Ben and Rachel chat about how you can take control of your physical health at any age. Small steps can lead to big gains — whether you want to play on the floor with kids or get up from the toilet by yourself.

Listen in for fitness inspo for all ages!

Where to find Ben Broadhead:

1. Website
2. Book: 50 Exercises for Older Adults
3. Facebook
4. Instagram
5. X

Where to find Foresight:

1. SeniorLivingForesight.net
2. LinkedIn
3. Facebook
4. Instagram
5. X

Unlock the power of a caregiving roadmap!   Embarking on the caregiving journey? Let's talk about this game-changer: “Roadmap for Eldercare,” by the incredible Christie Freeze, founder of CAREbyChristie and self-described eldercare evangelist!   Here's why a roadmap is your secret weapon:  

1. Clarity in chaos: A roadmap brings order, helping you navigate twists and turns.
2. Empowerment: It gives you insights, resources, and a strategic plan.
3. Team collaboration: Share the roadmap with your support team to foster better communication and ensure everyone is on the same page.
4. Self-care reminder: Include gentle reminders to prioritize your well-being, ensuring you have the stamina.
5. Prevent burnout: Include breaks, respite, and coping mechanisms.
6. Celebrate milestones: Every small victory counts! A roadmap allows you to celebrate achievements along the way, providing motivation and a sense of accomplishment.
7. Adaptability: Life is unpredictable. A roadmap is not rigid – it's adaptable!

Ready to transform your caregiving journey?   Check out our conversation with Christie!   You can find her at https://www.carebychristie.com.

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Where to find Foresight:

• SeniorLivingForesight.net
• LinkedIn
• Facebook
• Instagram
• X

At age 77, Jane Leder became a podcaster. On her show, Older Women & Friends, she takes a deep dive into what it's like getting older, dispels stereotypes, and spotlights contributions older women make. 

In this episode, Rachel and Jane discuss the realities of aging — and explore some of the wisdom that often comes with it.

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Where to find Foresight:

• SeniorLivingForesight.net
• LinkedIn
• Facebook
• Instagram
• X

Where to find Jane Leder:

• Website
• Older Women & Friends
• LinkedIn
• Facebook Group
• Instagram
• X

Is your team as motivated as you wish they'd be?

If they aren't, this episode has tons of tips you're going to love!

Danny Cords is an organizational psychologist (cool, right?) who coaches leaders on how to motivate their teams and get the best from them.

Danny advocates for a person-first culture, nurturing resilience through disruption.

Curious about what the heck that means? Listen in!

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Where to find Foresight:

• SeniorLivingForesight.net
• LinkedIn
• Facebook
• Instagram
• X

Where to find Danny Cords:

• LinkedIn
• Cords Consulting

Everybody's got baggage. And that's nothing to be ashamed of.   Jean Hartnett, founder of Radical Sabbatical, coaches leaders and caregivers on trauma-informed care in senior living. Rather than leading from a place of "leave it at the door," the goal of this approach is to invite in the whole, authentic person — and help people have compassion for each other.   Book reference: “First, Break All the Rules” by Marcus Buckingham and Curt Coffman   Topics:   3:35: What is trauma-informed care? 8:44: "The body keeps the score." 11:35: Attachment styles and how they show up at work. 17:20: Getting to the heart of who your employees are. 24:00: Personalizing orientation. 27:24: Workbook on personal trauma. 32:29: Relating to others through a trauma-informed lens. 41:53: What does "radical sabbatical" mean? 45:58: The trauma of working through COVID. _____________________________   Where to find Foresight:   Website: https://www.seniorlivingforesight.net LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/seniorforesight/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SeniorForesight Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/seniorforesight/ X: https://twitter.com/SeniorForesight   Where to find Jean Hartnett:   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jean-hartnett-42566bab/ Radical Sabbatical: https://www.radical-sabbatical.net/

Fine artist Sky Bergman set out to film her grandmother.   Within a few years, she'd directed her first film, interviewed dozens more people, and launched a project to foster intergenerational connections.   Sky shares invaluable interview tips — and what she's learned from older people. Her film, Lives Well Lived, is currently airing on PBS.

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Where to find us:

Website: https://www.seniorlivingforesight.net LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/seniorforesight/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SeniorForesight Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/seniorforesight/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/SeniorForesight

Rachel talks with Blima Ehrentreu, the founder and CEO of The Designers Group, about elevating senior living spaces — for both residents and staff — and why peaceful spaces are important parts of the healing process.

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Where to find us:

Website: https://www.seniorlivingforesight.net LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/seniorforesight/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SeniorForesight Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/seniorforesight/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/SeniorForesight

George Ackerman, PhD, JD, is on a mission to ensure that no one is alone in the fight against Parkinson’s. In memory of his mother, he launched TogetherForSharon to raise awareness and hope for a cure. Along the way, he’s collected 300 Parkinson’s-related stories.   His mission — his movement — has impacted people around the country. Host Rachel Hill talks with him about how it all started — and how one person’s mission can make a difference in so many lives.

 find us:

Website: https://www.seniorlivingforesight.net LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/seniorforesight/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SeniorForesight Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/seniorforesight/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/SeniorForesight

This may be the most thoughtful, nonjudgmental discussion about ageism you've heard.   Meg LaPorte and Jordan Evans have set out to counter "the last acceptable -ism" — through artistic activism. They talk with host Rachel Hill about the nuances of ageism, and how art can start a dialogue around it in a non-confrontational way, that brings everyone into the discussion.

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Where to find us:

Website: https://www.seniorlivingforesight.net LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/seniorforesight/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SeniorForesight Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/seniorforesight/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/SeniorForesight

 

Learn more about Art Against Ageism:

Website: https://artagainstageism.org/

This week, we go behind-the-mic with Nicole Will, host of the popular podcast Navigating the World With Your Aging Loved One.   Nicole shares what inspired her to leave senior living and start a company focused on enhancing older people's lives and well-being.   Spoiler alert: It has a lot to do with her grandmother — and what she learned as a young person during her family's caregiving journey.

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Where to find us:

Website: https://www.seniorlivingforesight.net LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/seniorforesight/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SeniorForesight Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/seniorforesight/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/SeniorForesight

 

Connect with Nicole:

Website

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