Answers For Elders Radio Network

What happens when your aging parent reaches a crossroads and you don't know how to help? In this episode of Answers for Elders Radio Network, host Suzanne Newman welcomes senior real estate planner Cory Boldhoff of The Complete Real Estate Group and Complete Senior Solutions. Together, they discuss how adult children can start important conversations with aging parents while preserving their dignity, independence, and autonomy. Lea...

Host Suzanne Newman welcomes Mike Carter, owner of Coast Family Home Care, to discuss what aging in place really looks like for seniors and their families. Serving California’s Central Coast communities including Santa Maria, San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, Pismo Beach, Arroyo Grande, and nearby areas, Mike shares practical guidance for recognizing when a loved one may need in-home care support.

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What happens when aging parents face major housing decisions without a plan? In this episode of Answers for Elders, host Suzanne Newman welcomes certified Senior Real Estate Planner Cory Boldhoff, founder of The Complete Real Estate Group and Complete Senior Solutions. Cory shares his personal family experiences that inspired his mission to help seniors and their families build, protect, and transfer generational wealth through rea...

Step inside one of the Pacific Northwest’s premier senior living communities in this special Trustcasters episode of Answers for Elders. Host Suzanne Newman visits The Gardens at Town Square, part of the renowned Era Living family of communities in Bellevue, Washington, to explore what truly sets exceptional senior living apart. With over 40 years of experience and a commitment to resident-centered care, Era Living has built ...

What is it really like to move into a senior living community? In this special Trustcasters episode of Answers for Elders, host Suzanne Newman visits The Gardens at Town Square, an Era Living community in Bellevue, Washington, and sits down with resident Catherine Alexander and her beloved rescue dog, Tyson. Katherine shares her personal journey through multiple Era Living communities and explains how senior living transformed her ...

Making the move to senior living is one of life's biggest transitions — and having the right support can make all the difference. In this special Trustcasters segment of Answers for Elders, host Suzanne Newman visits The Gardens at Town Square, an Era Living community in Bellevue, Washington, and speaks with Mental Health and Wellness, Lakeshore counselor, Seth Hutchins, MA, LMHC about helping residents and families navigate ...

In this episode of the Answers for Elders Radio Show, host Suzanne Newman welcomes aging-in-place specialist Paul Kocharhook to discuss an important topic for seniors and their families: which home projects are safe to tackle yourself — and which ones should always be left to professionals. From plumbing and electrical work to widening doorways and bathroom safety, this conversation highlights the hidden risks that can come w...

Planning for the future means more than retirement and healthcare — it also means preparing for end-of-life wishes with dignity and clarity. In this episode of the Answers for Elders Radio Show, host Suzanne Newman and care advocate Lindsay Friedman welcome funeral pre-planning expert Carrie Grubanowitch of U.S. Funeral Trust. Together, they discuss why funeral planning is one of the most important conversations families can ...

What happens when a medical crisis forces a family to make senior care decisions overnight? In this episode of Answers for Elders Radio Network, host Suzanne Newman is joined by experts Lindsay Friedman and Kisha Steineger to discuss why proactive planning for aging and long-term care is one of the greatest gifts families can give themselves. Together, they explain how planning ahead helps seniors maintain dignity, choice, and inde...

Spring and summer are the perfect seasons to enjoy the outdoors, but for older adults, gardens, patios, walkways, and yards can also create serious fall and safety risks. In this episode of the Answers for Elders radio show, host Suzanne Newman is joined by aging-in-place specialist Paul Kocharhook, President of Pathway Design + Construction, to discuss how seniors can safely enjoy outdoor spaces while continuing to age in place at...

In this episode of Answers for Elders Radio Show, host Suzanne Newman is joined by Lindsay Friedman, Founder & CEO of CareBLOOM and LT Care NAV, along with special guest Brad Roland, Senior Care Advisor and franchise owner with CarePatrol in Wake County, North Carolina. Together, they explore the emotional and practical challenges families face when caring for aging loved ones, including how to recognize when it may be time to ...

Navigating senior care can feel overwhelming — but you don’t have to do it alone. In this episode of Answers for Elders Radio Show, host Suzanne Newman is joined by Lindsay Friedman (Founder & CEO of CareBLOOM and LT Care NAV) and special guest Ryan Callahan of Callahan Care Solutions. Known as the “care quarterback” at LT Care NAV, Ryan shares how families can build a clear roadmap for aging loved ones&...

In this episode of Answers for Elders, host Suzanne Newman brings together a powerful roundtable of aging-in-place experts to discuss how families can create homes that support mobility, independence, and long-term living. Suzanne is joined by Paul Kocharhook, President of Pathway Design + Construction, along with Tom Minty and Barry Long, founders of Able Environments. Together, they explore how accessible home design, real estate...

As 10,000 Baby Boomers turn 65 every day, the need for proactive aging and long-term-care planning has never been more urgent. In this powerful two-part episode of the Answers for Elders Podcast, host Suzanne Newman sits down with Lindsay Friedman, Founder and CEO of Care Bloom and LTCareNav.com, to talk about how families can prepare for aging in place, long-term-care costs, and difficult caregiving decisions before a crisis hits....

In Part 2 of this powerful conversation on the Answers for Elders Podcast, host Suzanne Newman continues her discussion with Lindsay Friedman, Founder and CEO of Care Bloom and LTCareNav.com. In part 2, they dive deeper into the real-life complexities of aging in place, Medicaid planning, home care shortages, and protecting your family from crisis decision-making. If you’re over 40, caring for aging parents, or thinking about...

Spring is the perfect time to protect your home — especially if you’re aging in place or caring for older loved ones. In this episode of Answers for Elders, host Suzanne Newman welcomes aging-in-place specialist Paul Kocharhook, President of Pathway Design + Construction, for an essential spring home safety checklist. From deck inspections and slip hazards to railings, walkways, and proper drainage, they walk through pr...

In this episode of the Answers for Elders Podcast, host Suzanne Newman sits down with Lindsay Friedman, Founder and CEO of Care Bloom, to explore what it really takes to help older adults age safely and confidently in their own homes. With nearly 95% of baby boomers wanting to age in place—yet most U.S. homes not designed for long-term safety—this conversation tackles the growing gap between independence and risk that m...

In this follow-up episode of the Answers for Elders Podcast, host Suzanne Newman continues her conversation with Lindsay Friedman, Founder and CEO of Care BLOOM, to explore how emerging technology is shaping the future of aging in place. As more adults over 40 worry about how their parents—or they themselves—will safely remain at home, this episode takes a deeper look at planning, safety, and smart decision-making befor...

In this first segment of a four-part Answers for Elders podcast series, host Suzanne Newman sits down with Paul Kocharhook, President of Pathway Design + Construction and an aging-in-place specialist, to explore one of the most important questions facing older adults today: Is your home truly ready for aging in place? With over 90% of baby boomers wanting to remain in their homes, this episode focuses on the planning, design, and s...