Aging Matters
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Cheryl Beversdorf is the producer and host of AGING MATTERS, which features interviews with experts on issues of interest to older adults and their families.
Arlington, VA
Joined August 2021
Guardianship and conservatorship often are mixed up but there's one key difference:. GUARDIAN makes decisions based on the person (medical, housing, daily events). CONSERVATOR makes decisions based on the person's finances/property. Tune in next week to learn more differences!
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NEW PODCAST!!. Cheryl speaks w/ Suzanne Lapierre, Virginia Room Librarian (@fairfaxlibrary), about innovative programs and services being developed by libraries to meet diverse characteristics and circumstances of older adults. LISTEN NOW:
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According to the @ALALibrary, many older adults experience equity of access issues. New initiatives such as books-by-mail programs, home visits, and accessible library spaces aim to reduce these issues. Tune in next week to learn more about library services for older adults!
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NEW PODCAST!!. Cheryl speaks w/ Rob Haynie, Managing Director (Life Insurance Settlements, Inc.), about pros and cons of buying life insurance and what to know about life settlements. LISTEN NOW:
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🚨Read the AGING MATTERS Newsletter to keep up with JULY'S radio, podcast, and television programs.
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If considering a life settlement, here are a few questions to keep in mind:. *Do you know who you are working with?.*What will happen to your policy?.*What information will you have to provide?.*How can you protect your privacy?. Tune in next week to learn more!
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NEW PODCAST!!. Cheryl speaks w/ Jim Joseph, CFP, President (@FSAWealth), about factors to consider when planning for and after retirement, hiring a financial professional, and ensuring best approaches to personal financial growth and security. LISTEN NOW:
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NEW PODCAST!!. Cheryl speaks w/ Shawn Smith, Director (Virginia Senior Medicare Patrol-SMP), about the differences between Medicare fraud, abuse, and billing errors, and how SMPs help beneficiaries handle complaints related to these practices. LISTEN NOW:
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FEATURED TV EPISODE!!. Sydney Palinkas, Dementia Education and Outreach Coordinator (Regional Older Adult Facilities Mental Health Support Team) talks about dementia among older adults, and common challenges families face when providing care.
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Medicare fraud can happen anywhere. Here's a few ways to protect yourself:. -Compare dates and services with your Medicare statements to make sure all details align properly. -Know what a Medicare plan can and can't do before you join. Tune in next week to learn more!
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NEW PODCAST!!. Cheryl speaks w/ Carter Florence, Vice President, Programs (@_MealsOnWheels America), and Mary Tugwell, President (Meals on Wheels of Arlington), about Meals on Wheels services, program enrollment, and volunteer opportunities. LISTEN HERE:
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Meals on Wheels is an organization dedicated to addressing senior citizen hunger and isolation issues. Each year, they serve roughly 251M meals to over 2M+ senior citizens. Tune in next week to learn more about this incredible organization.
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NEW PODCAST!!. Conversation w/ Sara Margolin, PhD, Associate Professor (@Brockport) and Author, about falsehoods and myths perpetuated about aging, and the positive aspects of the aging process. LISTEN NOW:
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🚨Read the AGING MATTERS Newsletter to keep up with JUNE'S radio, podcast, and television programs.
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NEW PODCAST!!. Cheryl speaks w/ Jocelyn Wittstein, MD, Orthopedic Surgeon and Co-Author, about aging-related changes in older adult bones and joints due to osteoporosis and osteoarthritis, and ways to help improve bone and joint health. LISTEN HERE:
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According to a @CDCgov study, nearly 50% of the U.S. population does "not undertake even the bare minimum levels of aerobic activity recommended by Physical Activity Guidelines.". Tune in next week to learn more about ways to improve musculoskeletal health, especially as we age.
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NEW PODCAST!!. Cheryl speaks w/ Julius Birnbaum, MD, MHS, Division Chief of Rheumatology (Mercy Hospital, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center), about types of rheumatic diseases including risk factors, symptoms, and more. LISTEN HERE:
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FEATURED TV EPISODE!!. David Nickum, Personal Trainer, talks about the benefits of exercise and physical activities for older adults, and David Root, Fitness Enthusiast, describes how he works with a personal trainer.
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Autoimmune diseases are conditions where the body's immune system mistakenly attacks healthy cells, tissues, and organs. Tune in next week to learn more about how to navigate autoimmune diseases during Cheryl's discussion with Dr. Julius Birnbaum!
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NEW PODCAST!!. Cheryl speaks w/ @Lanceaslatton, The Senior Care Influencer and Host (@allhcms podcast), about home-based care services, hiring and working with a home care agency, and scope of home care assistant skills. LISTEN HERE:
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