Dr. K talks with Howard Gleckman, a family caregiving and long-term care insurance expert. They discuss long-term care insurance, family caregiving, the struggles many older adults and families face in paying for late-life care, and much more. They also discuss Washington State’s new public long-term care plan and other developments that might make services available to more people.

096 – Interview: Paying for Long-Term Care: 2019 Updates

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Dr. K explains the 4 types of exercise that help older adults maintain independence and mobility, and which ones prevent falls & frailty. She also covers protein intake, how to exercise when there's Alzheimer's, avoiding injuries and more.

140 – How to Exercise to Age Well

Dr. K explains mild cognitive impairment (MCI) and discusses scientifically tested approaches to treating this memory condition, including the role of medications, supplements, hearing support, Leqembi and more.

139 – How to Treat Mild Cognitive Impairment

Dr. Kernisan covers the best ways to promote brain health and prevent cognitive decline in aging. Learn which approaches geriatricians find most effective, plus which vitamins and supplements are likely to help. Dr. K also covers emotional well-being in aging, and how this affects cognitive health.

138 – How to Promote Brain Health & Memory in Aging

Dr. Kernisan & Michelle Allen, LCSW, explain how Aging Life Care Professionals (also known as geriatric care managers) help older adults and their families.

137 - Aging Life Care (and Geriatric Care Managers) Explained: Who They Are & How They Help

Dr. K explains 8 things health providers should check after an older person falls, to prevent future dangerous falls in aging.

096 – Interview: Paying for Long-Term Care: 2019 Updates

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