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Get Ready for Better Aging

Get Ready for Better Aging

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 There is no manual on how to prepare for aging - where to live, medical care, enjoying life. Jacqui Clark is a Certified Senior Advisor and aging expert who guides us through the complex topics of aging. Her passion is to help people age well. She and other industry experts explore senior services, living options, and memory care. She tackles tough conversations like cognitive decline, fear of change, and mobility. Everyone has a story, and from these stories, we learn about resources as well as practical ideas for everyday living, both physically and mentally. Whether it’s for yourself or your loved ones – listen and get ready for better aging.Jacqui Clark Hygiene & Healthy Living
Episodes
  • A Better Ending: How Death Doulas and Doctors Are Transforming End-of-Life Care

    A Better Ending: How Death Doulas and Doctors Are Transforming End-of-Life Care
    May 6 2025
    What if death didn’t have to be lonely, confusing, or feared? In this powerful and deeply human episode, host Jacqui Clark welcomes Dr. Bob Uslander and death doula Lori Krause to explore a compassionate, team-based approach to dying well. Together, they reveal how the partnership between physicians and end-of-life doulas is revolutionizing care—offering emotional, spiritual, and practical support that the traditional healthcare system often misses. From navigating dementia to honoring a loved one’s final wishes, this conversation uncovers what’s possible when people are truly seen, heard, and supported. Whether you’re a caregiver, facing loss, or simply curious, this episode offers hope, tools, and vital insights into an experience we all will face. You’ll come away with a sense of peace—and maybe even inspiration to rethink how we live and die. This is one episode you can’t afford to miss. Links and Resources: (Connect with Dr. Bob Uslander and Lori Krause) https://empoweredendings.com https://www.facebook.com/empowerendings https://www.instagram.com/empowered_endings_ Links and Resources: (Jacqui Clark) Connect with a local Aging Parent Tribe FB Group for caregiver support near you: Aging Parent Tribe SoCal - San Diego : An Info and Support Group | Groups | Facebook- ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/1300623337892805⁠ ⁠This Is Living Well - ⁠⁠https://www.thisislivingwell.com⁠ ⁠Instagram - ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/getreadyforbetteraging⁠ ⁠Aging Well Magazine - ⁠⁠https://www.thisislivingwell.com/magazine⁠ ⁠Facebook - ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/GetReadyforBetterAging Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    49 mins
  • The Long Goodbye: A Caregiver’s Love Story

    The Long Goodbye: A Caregiver’s Love Story
    Apr 22 2025
    In this deeply moving episode, Jacqui Clark sits down with June, a devoted wife and caregiver, to share the emotional journey of caring for her husband, Ned, through the challenges of dementia. With raw honesty and tender humor, June recounts the heartbreak, resilience, and soul-deep love that defined their final years together. From the first forgotten memories to the last silent goodbye, her story is a powerful reminder that behind every diagnosis is a love worth honoring. This episode is a lifeline for anyone walking the path of caregiving—an intimate reflection on grief, strength, and the enduring human spirit. Links and Resources: (Jacqui Clark) Connect with a local Aging Parent Tribe FB Group for caregiver support near you: Aging Parent Tribe SoCal - San Diego : An Info and Support Group | Groups | Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/groups/1300623337892805 This Is Living Well - https://www.thisislivingwell.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/getreadyforbetteraging Aging Well Magazine - https://www.thisislivingwell.com/magazine Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/GetReadyforBetterAging Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    45 mins
  • Home Rich, Cash Poor? The Truth About Reverse Mortgages

    Home Rich, Cash Poor? The Truth About Reverse Mortgages
    Apr 8 2025
    Think reverse mortgages are a last resort or a financial trap? Think again. In this eye-opening episode, Jacqui Clark sits down with Shanne Sleder—a Certified Reverse Mortgage Professional and Certified Liability Advisor—to debunk the myths and break down the real deal on one of the most misunderstood financial tools out there. From panicked adult children to confused homeowners, misinformation runs wild. But with the right knowledge, reverse mortgages can be a lifeline—not a loss. Learn how seniors can tap into home equity safely, use it as a long-term retirement strategy, and even protect themselves in a disaster. Shanne shares real-life examples, red flags to watch for, and key questions to ask before signing anything. Whether you're planning your own retirement or helping a loved one, this conversation will change how you think about homeownership, legacy, and financial freedom. Because sometimes, the smartest move… is in reverse. Connect with Shanne Sleder, Mortgage Advisor, CRMP NMLS# 239958 / DRE# 01346265 www.SanDiegoMortgageNews.com Facebook – www.facebook.com/ShanneSleder LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/in/shannesleder Links and Resources: (Jacqui Clark) This Is Living Well - https://www.thisislivingwell.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/getreadyforbetteraging Aging Well Magazine - https://www.thisislivingwell.com/magazine Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/GetReadyforBetterAging Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    52 mins

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