Manchester Living Podcast

Manchester Living Podcast

Manchester Living Podcast offers insight to families trying to navigate the complex maze of challenges facing our aging community and their families.

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June 5, 2025 42 mins

On this powerful episode of The Manchester Living Podcast, host Brian Levy is joined by Janice Bloom and Ileen McFarland to discuss Progressive Supranuclear Palsy (PSP)—a rare, often misdiagnosed neurodegenerative disease similar to Parkinson’s but far more aggressive.

Janice and Ileen share deeply personal stories of navigating their husbands’ PSP diagnoses, including the physical, emotional, and logistical challenges of c...

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On this episode of The Manchester Living Podcast, host Brian Levy welcomes Tonja Moon, founder of The Grandbaby Project, and Sandi Levy, RN, BSed, CDP, Director of Nursing at Manchester Care Homes, for a powerful discussion on the growing role of nurture therapy—also known as doll therapy—in elder care.

Tonja shares the inspiration behind The Grandbaby Project, a heartfelt initiative that provides lifelike dolls to individu...

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On this episode of The Manchester Living Podcast, host Brian Levy sits down with Alyce Levy and Dr. Bradley McDaniels for a powerful and inspiring conversation about living with neurodegenerative conditions such as Multiple Sclerosis (MS) and Parkinson’s Disease. Alyce opens up about her personal journey with MS—from the onset of symptoms to discovering purpose and building a supportive community. Dr. McDaniels offers expe...

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March 14, 2025 27 mins

In this special 50th episode of The Manchester Living Podcast, we explore how retirees are redefining their purpose and staying engaged beyond their careers. Mark Lewis and Bobby Goodman share their journeys from successful business owners to fulfilling new roles, including ambassadorships and companionship caregiving with Cambridge Caregivers.   Whether you're approaching retirement, already there, or simply curious about...

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December 19, 2024 45 mins

On this heartfelt episode of The Manchester Living Podcast, host Brian Levy sits down with Teepa Snow, a world renowned dementia care expert, and Sandi Levy, Director of Nursing at Manchester Care Homes and Cambridge Caregivers, to explore the deeply personal and often challenging journey of elder care and caregiving. Together, they share insights into supporting loved ones living with brain change while preserving meaning...

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On this episode of the Manchester Living Podcast, Brian Levy sits down with guests Ken Umansky, Ambassador at Cambridge Caregivers, and Dr. Lorie Blessing, Medical Doctor at American Best Geriatrics. Together, they explore the emotional and challenging journey of dating after a spouse's diagnosis, the grieving process, family dynamics, and how families and friends cope. Join us as we discuss the importance of communication...

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October 18, 2024 51 mins

On this episode of The Manchester Living Podcast, Brian Levy explores the impact of AI in healthcare with Sam Stanton from Red Button AI and Dr. Raymon Aggarwal of Preferred Health Partners. They discuss AI’s role in improving efficiency, data analysis, and patient care, particularly for older adults. From early disease detection to personalized medical solutions, AI’s transformative power is examined alongside concerns ab...

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September 26, 2024 24 mins

On this episode of The Manchester Living Podcast, Brian Levy sits down with Dr. Ken Johnson, a cardiologist turned functional medicine specialist, and Michael Weinstein, founder of Rebel Chef, to explore alternatives to traditional Western medicine. They dive into topics like CBD, its impact on the body, and innovative therapies such as ozone treatment and NAD infusions aimed at promoting longevity and wellness. Join the c...

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September 4, 2024 51 mins

This episode of The Manchester Living Podcast is a personal and insightful discussion about early-onset Alzheimer's, featuring Brian Levy in conversation with Jeff and Kim Kort along with Brenda Shuttlesworth. Jeff's diagnosis at just 56 years old offers a personal perspective on the disease, while the family shares their strategies for coping and the crucial role of support systems. This episode emphasizes both the emotio...

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On this episode of the Manchester Living Podcast Brian Levy, Aqua Umoren, and Rochelle Brozgold-Ready provide an in-depth discussion on hospice care, a critical yet often misunderstood area of healthcare. The conversation clarifies the distinctions between palliative care and hospice, emphasizing that hospice is about providing comfort and quality of life rather than solely focusing on end-of-life scenarios. The guests dis...

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On today's episode, we discuss the importance of caregiver training with two special guests from Manchester Care Homes and Cambridge Caregivers—Tammy Hooker, Human Resource Director, and Sandi Levy RN, BSed, CDP, Director of Nursing for Manchester Care Homes. We explore the unique training programs that equip our caregivers with essential skills, from stress management to specialized dementia care.

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June 26, 2024 57 secs
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Welcome to Episode 42 of the Manchester Living Podcast! On this episode, Brian Levy sits down with two experts in elder care, Louis Stefanos and Lindsay Howell. Join us as they discuss the intricacies of guardianship and elder trust solutions, and share insights on managing difficult family dynamics and ethical challenges in elder care. They also address common misconceptions about guardianship and highlight the importance...

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In this episode of The Manchester Living Podcast, Brian Levy explores strategies for caregiver support and care, emphasizing the importance of education and effective communication, with special guests Namirah Jamshed MD, and Kayla Clark, LCSW.

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February 21, 2024 23 mins

In this episode of the Manchester Living Podcast, Brian sets the stage for a deep dive into elder care behaviors with expert guests Dr. Maudia L. Gentry and Matthew Grider. They discuss the various behaviors exhibited by elders, their potential causes, and interventions for managing them effectively.

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February 5, 2024 40 mins

In this episode of the Manchester Living Podcast, Brian Levy hosts Marcie Friedman and Madison Williamson to discuss music therapy in promoting wellness in our elder population. The guests share their experiences of providing music therapy with patients and clients, recounting positive stories of the impact of music therapy. Stay tuned to the end of the episode for a special performance by Madison.

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On this episode of Manchester Living Podcast, host Brian Levy interviews world-renowned dementia care specialist Teepa Snow. They discuss the importance of understanding and adapting to the needs of individuals with brain change and illustrate effective communication strategies. Teepa shares her personal experiences and expertise, emphasizing empathy and patience in caring for those with brain change. The conversation also...

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November 21, 2023 26 mins

Today on Manchester Living, Brian Levy addresses the complexities of the 'sandwich generation' - individuals who find themselves in the challenging position of caring for both their children and aging parents. To shed light on this intricate topic, Brian invites two esteemed professionals, Tresi Moore Weeks and Kelly Kunst, CFP®. Kelly, a certified financial planner, share her personal experience with the sandwich generati...

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September 27, 2023 28 mins
Welcome to another enlightening episode of the Manchester Living podcast, brought to you by your host, Brian Levy. Joining us today are Seth Gowen and Isaac James, two remarkable descendants of grandparents who have been cared for at Manchester Care Homes with challenging health diagnoses.

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July 18, 2023 31 mins
Today on the Manchester Living Podcast, host Brian Levy discussed the pressing issue of elder scams with his esteemed guests, Lt. Jessa Russell and Adam D. Schneider. They shed light on the most common scams they encounter, as well as emphasize the risks of sharing personal information over the phone or online, and the potential consequences, such as identity theft.

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