Get Ready for Better Aging

In this episode, host Jacqui Clark sits down with Lisa Tyburski, Chief Marketing Officer of the George G. Glenner Alzheimer’s Family Centers, to explore the extraordinary legacy of Dr. George and Joy Glenner. What began as a desperate midnight call from an overwhelmed caregiver grew into a nationwide model for dementia care.

Lisa shares how the Glenner Centers pioneered adult day programs that give people living with dementia safe, engaging spaces while providing caregivers much-needed respite. The conversation also highlights the groundbreaking creation of Town Square—an immersive 1950s-style community complete with a diner, movie theater, and vintage car—that uses reminiscence therapy to spark joy and connection.

From Dr. Glenner’s landmark discovery linking beta amyloid protein to Alzheimer’s research to the expansion of franchised Town Squares across the country, this episode shines a light on a legacy of hope, innovation, and compassion for families navigating dementia.

Links and Resources:

Glenner Center (619) 543-4700 [email protected]

Website - www.glenner.org

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This poignant episode is a heartfelt exploration of love, loss, and what it truly means to show up for someone in their final chapter. Host Jacqui Clark sits down with Frank Cunningham — elder care consultant, placement specialist, and RCFE license holder — who not only helps families navigate senior living but has lived this journey himself. Frank shares the deeply personal story of moving into assisted living while his wife, Judy, entered memory care, the challenges of advocating for her care, and the profound spiritual experience of being present at her passing.

Together, Jacqui and Frank discuss resilience, grief, and what Frank calls “soul work” — the calling to serve families through one of life’s hardest transitions. This conversation is raw, honest, and ultimately full of hope, offering comfort to anyone walking a similar path.

Links and Resources:

Frank Cunningham, RCFE (626) 318-6414 [email protected]

My Calling Inc. https://www.mycallinginc.com/

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61555758043523

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Managing medications can be overwhelming for older adults and their families. In this episode of Get Ready for Better Aging, host Jacqui Clark welcomes Dr. Nancy Taylor, founder of TaylorMade Senior Advocacy and Consulting. With decades of experience as a pharmacist, plus credentials as a Board-Certified Patient Advocate and Certified Senior Advisor, Dr. Taylor brings deep insight into one of the most pressing challenges in senior health: polypharmacy.

Together, they uncover how too many medications—or the wrong combinations—can impact quality of life, drive up costs, and create dangerous prescribing cascades. Dr. Taylor explains why advocacy is critical in today’s complex healthcare system, how personalized healthcare action plans work, and the ways adult children can get relief when caregiving becomes overwhelming.

If you’ve ever worried about a loved one’s medications or struggled to navigate the system yourself, this episode offers practical strategies and hope.

Links and Resources: 

Contact Dr. Nancy Taylor (877) 216-7450

[email protected] 

www.drtadvocacy.com   

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In this eye-opening episode of Get Ready for Better Aging, host Jacqui Clark sits down with Vesna Ilich, owner and administrator of Monte Vista Manor, a six-bed residential care home in Vista, California. Together, they pull back the curtain on small but powerful care homes—also known as board and care homes—that offer hands-on, personalized support for seniors with high needs, including advanced dementia, mobility challenges, and end-of-life care.

Vesna shares her 20+ years of experience, the realities of staffing, licensing, and cost pressures, and why these homes are often misunderstood despite being licensed at the same level as large communities. With rising costs and shrinking numbers of these homes, the conversation becomes a wake-up call for families on how to plan for long-term care.

You’ll hear the heart, grit, and personal connection behind this overlooked model of care. Spoiler: It may just be theoption you never knew existed.

Links and Resources:

Connect with Vesna Illich (760) 685-2299

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Florida may be the top retirement destination in the U.S., but what’s it really like to age there? In this informative and upbeat episode of "Get Ready for Better Aging," host Jacqui Clark is joined by Wendy Rickenbach-Barclay, CSA, a senior care expert and founder of Hometown Senior Care Solutions. Together, they break down the unique assisted living licensing system in Florida and explain why understanding these care levels is critical for families making long-term decisions.

From on-site doctors and mobile services to Medicaid planning and concierge care, Wendy shares essential insights into Florida’s senior care landscape. You’ll also hear how Florida communities compare to California’s—and why working with a knowledgeable advisor can save you time, money, and stress.

Whether you're supporting aging parents or planning ahead for yourself, this episode offers clarity, compassion, and practical tools to navigate the journey. Learn how assisted living can increase independence—and what to consider before making the move.

Links and Resources:

Connect with Wendy Rickenbach-Barclay at www.hometownseniorcaresolutions.net

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In this essential episode of Get Ready for Better Aging, host Jacqui Clark welcomes Sandy Messer, CEO of Long Term Assurance and one of only 200 VA-accredited civilian agents in the country.

Sandy breaks down the ins and outs of VA Aid and Attendance benefits—and why timing is everything. Learn who qualifies (hint: it’s more people than you think), what documents you need, and how to plan ahead to cover long-term care costs with VA benefits, Medicaid, or both. From little-known spend-down strategies to protecting your assets across state lines, Sandy offers powerful insights for families, caregivers, and veterans alike.

Discover how to make smart financial moves today to avoid panic tomorrow. Whether you're planning for a parent or yourself, this conversation is packed with actionable guidance—and compassion. Don't wait for a crisis to figure it out. Tune in and start planning your “second retirement” now.

Links and Resources:

Connect with Sandy Messer of Long Term Assurance at www.ltainfo.com (877) 286-0402

[email protected]

FAQ: Veterans Aid & Attendance | Long Term Assurance - https://ltainfo.com/faq

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In this eye-opening episode of Get Ready for Better Aging, host Jacqui Clark welcomes Christine Lee, a Certified Senior Advisor and the CEO of Casa Companion Home Care and Transport Solutions. Together, they unpack a critical—but often ignored—pillar of aging well: transportation. Christine shares her inspiring journey from founding a culturally rooted home care company to launching a transport service that empowers seniors, veterans, and adults with disabilities to stay mobile and independent.

You’ll learn why lack of transportation is a major reason older adults enter assisted living before they’re ready—and how the right support can change everything. From hospital discharges to life events like weddings, Christine and Jacqui explore the emotional and logistical impact of getting where you need to go, with dignity.

Whether you're aging in place or supporting someone who is, this episode delivers powerful insights to help you plan ahead—before a ride becomes a crisis.

Links and Resources:

Connect with Christine Lee and Casa Companion Home Care and Transportation - https://www.casacompanionhomecare.com

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What if retirement isn’t the end, but the beginning of your most meaningful chapter? In this inspiring episode, Jacqui Clark welcomes Dr. Harry Agress, Jr.—physician, photographer, author, and reinvention enthusiast—to explore how retirement can be a launching pad for creativity, curiosity, and connection. Harry shares the deeply personal story behind his book Next Years, Best Years, and how simple lists of fears, loves, and curiosities led him to improv classes, children’s book illustration, and even background acting in TV shows. Together, they unpack his framework of Purpose, Passion, and Possibility and the “Four Freedoms” that make this life phase so unique.

From turning hobbies into joy (not jobs) to embracing curiosity as a compass, this conversation offers a roadmap to vibrant, self-defined living after 60. Whether you're newly retired or just planning ahead, this episode is your reminder: you’re not winding down—you’re just getting started.

Links and Resources:

Connect with Dr. Harry Agress, Jr.

His book Next Years, Best Years is available everywhere books are sold.

See his website for his upcoming events -

https://nextyearsbestyears.com

Subscribe to get your FREE chapter, worksheets, and sample resource

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What if death didn’t have to be lonely, confusing, or feared? In this powerful and deeply human episode, host Jacqui Clark welcomes Dr. Bob Uslander and death doula Lori Krause to explore a compassionate, team-based approach to dying well. Together, they reveal how the partnership between physicians and end-of-life doulas is revolutionizing care—offering emotional, spiritual, and practical support that the traditional healthcare system often misses.

From navigating dementia to honoring a loved one’s final wishes, this conversation uncovers what’s possible when people are truly seen, heard, and supported. Whether you’re a caregiver, facing loss, or simply curious, this episode offers hope, tools, and vital insights into an experience we all will face. You’ll come away with a sense of peace—and maybe even inspiration to rethink how we live and die. This is one episode you can’t afford to miss.

Links and Resources:

(Connect with Dr. Bob Uslander and Lori Krause)

https://empoweredendings.com

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In this deeply moving episode, Jacqui Clark sits down with June, a devoted wife and caregiver, to share the emotional journey of caring for her husband, Ned, through the challenges of dementia. With raw honesty and tender humor, June recounts the heartbreak, resilience, and soul-deep love that defined their final years together. From the first forgotten memories to the last silent goodbye, her story is a powerful reminder that behind every diagnosis is a love worth honoring. This episode is a lifeline for anyone walking the path of caregiving—an intimate reflection on grief, strength, and the enduring human spirit.

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