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Join Wendy and Kristen Hinderliter, AU.D., in the latest episode of Next Steps 4 Seniors: Conversations on Aging, where they tackle the age-old question: “What? Do I have hearing loss?” Get ready for a lively discussion as they uncover the subtle signs of hearing loss in its connection to word understanding. Curious about when to get your hearing evaluated? We've got the scoop and trust us it's earlier than you think! Dive into the fascinating world of earwax, tinnitus, vertigo, and that pesky plugged-up feeling and how it’s all tied to hearing loss. But wait, there's more! Explore the latest technological advances in hearing aids and discover how you can customize them to fit seamlessly into your life. Wendy and Kristen spill the beans on the numerous benefits of having your ears checked, including a potential boost to your happiness and social life. Don't miss out on this enlightening and informative conversation about your ears and hearing loss. Have questions about this episode? Do you have topics you want us to cover in an upcoming episode? Contact us: www.NextSteps4Seniors.com 248.651.5010 hello@nextsteps4seniors.com Facebook/Instagram: Conversations on Aging

In this episode of Next Steps 4 Seniors: Conversations on Aging, Wendy is joined by Charles Dunn, CEO of Optalis Health and Rehabilitation Centers, and Corinna Denhart, Director of Nursing. Together, they delve into the crucial topic of “Staying Safe: Aging in Place.” Discover the primary challenges of aging and how to take proactive measures to prevent and plan for them. Gain insights into training your body for a consistent bathroom schedule. Identify the signs of dehydration while understanding the impact on the body dehydration presents. Wendy, Charles, and Corinna share valuable tips on creating a safe environment, the impact of dehydration, and the purpose of rehabilitation centers. They even will give you a history lesson on the evolution of skilled care for senior citizens. Join this enlightening conversation with three seasoned experts dedicated to helping seniors age gracefully and safely. Have questions about this episode? Do you have topics you want us to cover in an upcoming episode? Contact us: www.NextSteps4Seniors.com 248.651.5010 hello@nextsteps4seniors.com Facebook/Instagram: Conversations on Aging

As we step into the year 2024, emotions may vary - some find it exhilarating, while others might feel a sense of apprehension. Have the recent holidays brought noticeable changes in your loved ones, prompting consideration for their safety? In this episode, Wendy addresses the crucial topic of “Next Steps 4 You” providing insights into available options to ensure the well-being of your aging loved ones. Wendy and her experienced team at Next Steps 4 Seniors have collectively amassed over 100 years of knowledge, forming the foundation of an organization dedicated to facilitating graceful aging. During this episode, Wendy delves into various choices for your loved ones, such as living at home, home care companies, independent living facilities, assisted living facilities, memory care facilities, and adult foster care. Each option, however, comes with its associated costs and the right choice depends on your unique situation. To aid those in need of guidance and expert advice, Wendy encourages reaching out to Next Steps 4 Seniors at 248.651.5010. Sharing a poignant moment Wendy reads a touching prayer by Caroline Haynali, emphasizing the emotional aspect of caring for aging individuals. (www.alzheimers.net/poem-alzheimers-patients-prayer) Recognized as a leader in the senior living industry, Next Steps 4 Seniors invites you to make the call, promising education, attentive listening, and guidance tailored to align with the desires of both you and your loved ones. The organization’s well-established process, coupled with a team of dedicated placement specialists and a database full of vetted partners ensures a personalized approach. Take the first step towards informed decisions and compassionate care by contacting Next Steps 4 Seniors today. Have questions about this episode? Do you have topics you want us to cover in an upcoming episode? Contact us: www.NextSteps4Seniors.com 248.651.5010 hello@nextsteps4seniors.com Facebook/Instagram: Conversations on Aging www.NextSteps4SeniorsFoundation.org past episodes mentioned which you can find on your favorite podcast platforms: Hearing Health and Heartfelt Gifts Impact of Aging on Driving Medicare & You

This week on Next Steps 4 Seniors: Conversations on Aging, Wendy is sharing a unique episode to bring the awareness of food insecurity within the senior population to light. Wendy invited Dr. Phil Knight from the Food Bank Council of Michigan to a previously recorded show in September of this year. Wendy shares the first segment of that program here. You will have the opportunity to listen to that show in its entirety by clicking on the link below. Then Wendy was a guest on Dr. Phil Knight’s radio show on WJR AM radio a few weeks ago. They touch on subjects on food insecurity in our senior population, how Next Steps 4 Seniors and Next Steps 4 Seniors Foundation are navigating all the calls they are getting for food requests. Further into the program, Wendy will share what her business and the foundation; a completely separate entity, do to help bridge the gap for this “forgotten middle”. Dr. Knight and Wendy will wrap up the show on resources and how to equip our partners and our community to help out. Grab a cup of tea, sit back, and listen to an enlightening episode about an extreme gap we are seeing in food insecurity within our senior population. Have questions about this episode? Have topics you want us to cover in an upcoming episode? Contact us: www.NextSteps4Seniors.com 248.651.5010 hello@nextsteps4seniors.com Facebook/Instagram: Conversations on Aging Standing in the Gap: Next Steps 4 Seniors | WDTK The Patriot - Detroit, MI (patriotdetroit.com) TO DONATE: Next Steps 4 Seniors Foundation | Kindful www.nextsteps4seniorsfoundation.org https://www.fbcmich.org/ 800-552-4483 Facebook: Dr. Phil Knight – Food Council of Michigan Food First Podcast (on all your favorite podcast platforms)

Welcome to the latest episode of Next Steps 4 Seniors: Conversations on Aging. Wendy invites her esteemed colleague, Kim Russell, as they reflect on a recent event addressing the prevalent issue of fraud and scams in the senior population. Wendy and Kim will delve into the intricacies of types of common frauds and scams and ways to fraud protection. Wendy and Kim articulate the most common warning signs, offer insights on identifying callers and scammers, highlight free resources for those who have fallen victim, and impart essential advice on self-protection. This is an episode for everyone out there! Free Resource mentioned in this episode: Reporting Fraud: Experian: 888-397-3742 TransUnion: 888-909-8872 or 800-6890-7289 Equifax: 800-525-6285 FTC: 877-ID-THEFT or 877-438-4338 or www.ftc.gov/idtheft USPS: www.usps.com/postalinspectors The Social Security Administration and the Internal Revenue Service (SS or IRS) will always notify you by mail. Free Credit Report: 877-322-8228 or www.annualcreditreport.com Questions? 248.651.5010 or hello@nextsteps4seniors.com

On episode number 3 of Next Steps 4 Seniors: Conversations on Aging, host Wendy Jones dives deep into a dementia diagnosis with expert guests Joanna LaFleur from Memory Lane Foundation and Erica Ancel Bu Next Steps 4 Seniors. There is so much information in this episode you do not want to miss a second if you have someone in your life experiencing symptoms of dementia. I would definitely make sure you have a pen and paper handy as there is an amazing amount of dementia information. In fact, subscribe to this show, and check out the resources below to reach Next Steps 4 Seniors and Memory Lane Foundation. Each segment is packed with great information. Did you know there are 6 different types of dementia? And, you have to treat them all a little bit differently? Two vocabulary words you will want to add to your repertoire are sundowning and masking. You will learn this jargon and what you need to know about it. You will also learn about doctors and medication options. The conversation switches gears to the caregiver and provides much-needed resources and processes. You will even learn how to approach your loved one with a dementia diagnosis. Make sure you listen until the end and Wendy will give her biggest tip on how to really love and care for your loved one with dementia. Joanna has created a fantastic online course for anyone who would like to get certified. Sign up for this course which was 10 years in the making! The Memory Lane Foundation website may be under construction (www.mlfnd.org). If you don’t reach Joanna through her website, you can call her at 734.709.9960 to get more information. Additionally, you can find Joanna on her social media sites: TikTok and Instagram: Joanna Dementia Expert FaceBook and LinkedIn: Joanna LaFleur Have questions for us or a subject you would like to hear? Email us at hello@nextsteps4seniors.com Make sure to subscribe below so you never have to miss an episode! Follow Conversations on Aging on FaceBook to keep gathering information and keep up to date on all things Conversations on Aging. www.nextsteps4seniors.com