The Senior R.E.S.E.T. Podcast

Homeless veterans are hard to find, especially in rural areas. The Journey Home, works with people at risk of being homeless, providing transportation to appointments, medical appointments, advocacy, and understanding resources. 

The Journey Home's mission is to end veteran homelessness, and they are almost there. They do a good job of trying to stay on that mission, but they would love to close it out. They also work with people who are at risk of being homeless, such as those struggling to get to doctor's appointments due to their health issues or the cost of medication.

{You can hear the full episode on Tuesday August 15th

Lynne Shelton joins Nicole and Joel to talk about Wills, Trusts, and Estate planning. What is the difference between each of these? How do we make sure our wishes are legally binding? What are the costs of Wills and trusts? 

These are all questions we should all be asking regardless of our age. It is important to make sure that our wishes are granted if we become incapacitated or if we pass away. Lynne helps make everything easy. You will enjoy this episode. 

Highlights:

{01:30} What is an estate planning and who should do it

{02:39} Communication between family members

{05:20} How to make sure your wishes are legally binding.

{10:34} The types of wills

{13:00} The cost of a will

{17:10} Taxes and Wills

{18:37} What is a trust?

{28:00} Can non-family members approve expenditures.

{29:48} Pulling assets out of a trust.

{32:00} How to set up a trust.

{38:10} Life insurance policies and Trusts

{43:30} Healthcare directives

Lynne D. Shelton Bio:

Speaking to both Franchisors and Franchisees on an international stage, and logging over 30 years in the industry, Lynne utilizes her current Franchisor knowledge, plus the past 783 unit franchise system experience to teach those who want to “Expand Your Brand”® by franchising their business or buying a franchise. She has authored many articles and a book, “How to Buy a Franchise with Your Retirement Funds.” She earned the elite title of Certified Franchise Executive (“CFE”) from the International Franchise Association in 2013 and was admitted as a Franchise Expert Witness during a large 2018 franchise court case.

Links:

Phone: 512-535-0090

Website: https://sla.law 

Lynne Shelton joins Nicole and Joel to talk about Wills, Trusts, and Estate planning. What is the difference between each of these? How do we make sure our wishes are legally binding? What are the costs of Wills and trusts? 

These are all questions we should all be asking regardless of our age. It is important to make sure that our wishes are granted if we become incapacitated or if we pass away. Lynne helps make everything easy. You will enjoy this episode.

{You can hear the full episode on Tuesday, August 8th}

Reverend Bryan Ostaszewski joins Nicole to talk about ways to improve the quality of life after retirement. How can we bring more physical activity into our lives, and what can we do to take care of our mental health? When is it time to get help from a professional, and is it ever too late to pursue our dreams?

Highlights:

{00:25} Who is Reverend Brian Ostaszewski

{03:49} Introducing physical therapy into your life.

{09:44} Advice for mental health improvements

{14:44} Life after retirement

{17:40} Advice on where to start if you are alone.

{21:06} When to get help from a professional

{22:37} A story to remind us it is never too late.

Reverend Bryan Ostaszewski Bio:

Reverend Bryan Ostaszewski is an ordained nondenominational Minister. He has been involved in religious theology practices and studies for over 25 years and has additional education and experience with many different religions.

He is a Certified Pastoral-trained Counselor providing Marriage, Family, Grief, Spiritual, and General Life guidance. He is a Motivational Speaker, a Hospital chaplain, a Certified Christian Life Coach, a Certified and trained Wedding Planner, a Consultant and Special Events Coordinator, and is also a Nevada State Licensed Wedding Officiant and Notary Public.

Reverend Bryan Ostaszewski has received Suicide Prevention training certification and he has obtained CPR and First Aid training (AHA-OSHA) Certification. He is the founder of The United Fellowship of Faith; the TUFF Cancer Care Ministry and he has created the TUFF Suicide Prevention Ministry.

Links:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rev-bryan-ostaszewski-55107080

Reverend Bryan Ostaszewski joins Nicole to talk about ways to improve the quality of life after retirement. How can we bring more physical activity into our lives, and what can we do to take care of our mental health? When is it time to get help from a professional, and is it ever too late to pursue our dreams?

{You can hear the full episode on Tuesday, Aug 1st}

Nicole and Joel explain how caregiving works, and what it is like to have a caregiver in your home. 

Caregiving is a combination of skilled and non-skilled services, aiming to keep people in their homes for as long as possible. The goal is to provide support to keep dignity intact and prevent frequent hospitalizations or assisted living facilities. Caregivers can be hired through agencies, structured family plans, or through private-pay options.  

People generally need help with laundry and cooking, but there may be physical limitations that seniors may face. The goal is to help people stay in their homes as long as possible and maintain dignity.  

Highlights:

{00:54} What is a caregiver? 

{01:41} The goal of caregiving 

{02:05} Who can be a caregiver? 

{03:36} Using Medicaid for your caregiver. 

{10:50} When seniors are caregivers. 

{14:26} How to give helpful feedback about your caregiver. 

{24:44} Starting the process of getting a caregiver. 

Nicole and Joel explain how caregiving works, and what it is like to have a caregiver in your home. 

Caregiving is a combination of skilled and non-skilled services, aiming to keep people in their homes for as long as possible. The goal is to provide support to keep dignity intact and prevent frequent hospitalizations or assisted living facilities. Caregivers can be hired through agencies, structured family plans, or through private-pay options.  

People generally need help with laundry and cooking, but there may be physical limitations that seniors may face. The goal is to help people stay in their homes as long as possible and maintain dignity. {You can hear the full episode on Tuesday, July 25th}

Lady T and Stephanie Fudge join us to talk about living with chronic health conditions. Lady T shares her journey with cancer and living with the aftermath of chemotherapy. Stephanie Fudge shares her story of living with CP and the struggle to become independent.  

Highlights:

{01:03} Lady T’s journey with cancer

{08:06} Stephanie’s journey with CP

{13:13} The steps to independency when you have CP.

{18:04} Advocating for others with disabilities.

Stephanie Fudge Bio:

Stephanie was diagnosed with Cerebral Palsy at birth and is now 41 years old. From birth, she has faced and overcome many challenges. Stephanie has gone through 42 surgeries in her lifetime. She has been living independently for the past 11 years with the assistance of caregivers and my power of attorney Nick. She now has a bachelor’s degree in general studies and uses her knowledge and experience to advocate for herself and others living with disabilities 

Stephanie was diagnosed with Cerebral Palsy at birth and is now 41 years old. From birth, she has faced and overcome many challenges. Stephanie has gone through 42 surgeries in her lifetime. She has been living independently for the past 11 years with the assistance of caregivers and my power of attorney Nick. She now has a bachelor’s degree in general studies and uses her knowledge and experience to advocate for herself and others living with disabilities.

{You can hear the full Episode on Tuesday, July 18th} 

Lisa Swansen joins us to share how Mobile One Docs, a home-based primary care healthcare group that sends nurse practitioners and physicians to patients in their home settings, can bridge the gap between traditional and mobile healthcare by sending them out to patients in their home settings, reducing barriers and increasing accessibility.

Lisa shares how they work with various plans, including traditional Medicare, Medicaid, and commercial plans, and have a fee structure similar to a physician's office. Previously, most patients were homebound, but this has been lifted. This allows Mobile One Docs to reach different populations and reduce barriers.  

Highlights:

{00:49} What is Mobile One Docs?

{03:07} How to qualify for Mobile One Docs

{07:43} Services provided through Mobile Docs

{09:52} The growing popularity of mobile doc

{12:15} What to expect at a home visit with Mobil Docs

{15:00} How home visits serve the elderly better than office visits.

{17:00} How Mobile Docs gives aid when they find a difficult home situation

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Lisa Swansen Bio:

Lisa Swansen is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner. Her nursing experience started 20 years ago at UCLA's Liver Transplant and Surgical Sub-specialties Unit. She worked at Scripps La Jolla and Tri-Cities Hospital before diversifying her career with hospice and palliative care. After her Cardiology NP Internship with Mayo School of Health Sciences Arizona, she worked in family practice. However, her dedication and interest in helping geriatric patients and their families transition through chronic diseases with community resources led her to launch MobileOneDocs, a mobile comprehensive primary care practice providing on-site care to residents in assisted living facilities. 

Links:

Website: https://mobileonedocs.com

Social: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-swansen-ball-fnp-30b33554