July 08, 2025

Hustle with Heart: Lessons from a Senior Care Entrepreneur with Julie Whitbeck-Lewinski, OTD, OTR/L, CCM, CSA - Aging Enthusiast | Entrepreneur | Proud Mom

37 minutes

What does it really mean to hustle—and still lead with heart? This week, I’m joined by Dr. Julie Whitbeck-Lewinski, a Doctor of Occupational Therapy, Certified Senior Advisor, and co-owner of multiple Care Patrol offices, to talk about her journey from clinician to senior care entrepreneur.

Julie shares how she and her husband took the leap to open their business just one week before COVID hit New York, the challenges they faced, and how those moments tested—and strengthened—their commitment to serving older adults and their families.

We dig into:
✅ Why “hustle” doesn’t have to mean burnout, and how to align your work with your values.
✅ The lessons she’s learned building a mission-driven business in the senior care space.
✅ The realities of pivoting quickly when the world shuts down—and why having a heart-centered mission can keep you moving forward.
✅ Why it’s never too late to redefine your path, especially in midlife.
✅ Her advice for families and professionals navigating the aging journey.

Julie’s story is one of grit, purpose, and the power of showing up for the people who need you most—without losing yourself in the process.

If you care about senior living, entrepreneurship, or finding purpose in your work, this episode will leave you inspired (and maybe challenge how you think about “hustle”).

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