Aging Today Podcast

By: Mark Turnbull: Certified Senior Advisor (CSA) and Radio Host
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  • Summary

  • A Podcast where together we discuss proactive aging in the right place, with a choice, connecting to the professional advice of our special guests, while creating better days throughout the aging process. Sponsored by ComForCare In Home Case of West Linn & Portland-South.
    Copyright Aging In Portland, LLC 2021
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Episodes
  • Redefining Aging: A New Perspective on Hospice

    Redefining Aging: A New Perspective on Hospice
    Jan 27 2025
    "Every birthday is important, right?" - Stacey Zerban


    In this episode of Aging Today, Mark Turnbull and Stacey Zerban, VP of Health Services at Friendship Village, discuss the complexities of aging, caregiving, and hospice care. They explore Stacey's journey in healthcare, the traits of effective caregivers, and the differences between transactional and relational caregiving.

    Friendship Village is a community that celebrates all that life has to offer in retirement years. The people they serve can buy memberships or live on one of our resort-style campuses where they have access to an active lifestyle filled with spiritual growth, security, connection, and adventure.

    The conversation delves into the importance of hospice and palliative care, addressing common misconceptions and emphasizing the need for early enrollment in hospice services. They highlight the holistic approach to patient care and the significance of education in navigating the healthcare system with an emphasize on the importance of family involvement in advocating for seniors' needs and breaking the stigma surrounding hospice.

    Learn more about Friendship Village

    Thank you to our sponsor: Royal Hospice Oregon
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    1 hr and 17 mins
  • Navigating Aging in the LGBTQ+ Community

    Navigating Aging in the LGBTQ+ Community
    Jan 20 2025
    "Every single one of us inherently has dignity." - Brandy Penner


    Brandy Penner, the Program Manager of Elder Pride Services, shares her journey and insights into the systemic issues affecting this demographic, including mental health, housing, and the significance of chosen family. The discussion highlights the resilience of LGBTQ+ seniors while addressing the ongoing struggles they face in society.

    This conversation highlights the importance of visibility, dignity, and community support for LGBTQ+ older adults, addressing the challenges of isolation and the need for safe spaces.

    Learn more about #ElderPrideServices and @Friendly House : https://fhpdx.org/for-adults-seniors/elder-pride-services/

    Listen to over 8 years of @AgingTodayPodcast here: https://www.agingtoday.us/

    Thank you to sponsor: Royal Hospice Oregon
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    1 hr and 1 min
  • Turning Life Into Legacy: How to Document Stories That Inspire

    Turning Life Into Legacy: How to Document Stories That Inspire
    Jan 13 2025
    "Part of the aging process is to capture all those stories." - Mark Turnbull

    Host, Mark Turnbull and special guest, Zoe Martin dive into a heartfelt and thought-provoking conversation about the power of preserving personal stories and family legacies. Zoe opens up about her own journey, sharing how her sister's battle with cancer inspired her to create meaningful legacy projects that capture memories through audio and video.

    Together, they explore how technology makes it easier than ever to document family histories and how music can evoke powerful emotions tied to remembrance.They also reflect on the simple yet profound impact of epitaphs in cemeteries, the significance of tangible keepsakes, and how names shape our personal histories. Throughout the discussion, Mark and Zoe invite listeners to think about their own family stories, the connections that nourish us, and the legacies we all hope to leave behind.

    This conversation will inspire you to take meaningful steps toward preserving your history and passing it on to future generations.

    Learn more about Zoe Martin: https://www.thezoemartin.com/
    Special shout out to https://www.bridgebreast.org/

    Thank you to our sponsor: Royal Hospice Oregon

    #legacy #storytelling #familyhistory #storytelling
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    58 mins

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