Host Marie-Pierre talks to Dr. Carmel Dyer with UT Consortium on Aging about aging in Harris County. This is an innovative and forward thinking collection of doctors and specialists in Houston who focus on the next big "thing" in the medical word -- an aging Boomer generation. Dr. Dyer will cover the trends in aging and the unique challenges in addressing geriatric health needs today.

This week our host Marie-Pierre talks to Erial Green -- Caregiving Specialist with the Sheltering Arms Division of Baker Ripley (formally known as Neighborhood Centers). This organization is dedicated almost specifically to caregivers and the loved ones they care for. She will cover all the amazing programs, support groups and resources Sheltering Arms has to help you navigate the big, world of caregiving.

In this week's interview we talk with AARP Texas State President Charlene Hunter James about how AARP's Prepare to Care resources for caregivers - the program AARP has had for many years before talk of a podcast even began. She talks about what AARP has to offer locally, online and what you should start thinking about when putting together a caregiving plan. Find out more at www.aarp.org/PreparetoCare

In this episode of the "Prepare to Care" podcast, Josh Reynolds, Director of the Care for Elders division of the United Way Houston joins AARP Podcast host Marie-Pierre. They discuss the 211 helpline and the latest edition of the Houston Senior Guidance Directory from United Way's Care for Elders division. We'll talk about where to find critical information right now to help with a variety of caregiving and life needs.

AARP in Houston is launching a series of podcasts to help family caregivers. Every week we'll be connecting you with resources and support available right here in Houston. We'll be talking openly about the joys and challenges of being a caregiver. AARP cares for you as you "Prepare to Care."