Allison Zerr
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In this episode, I speak with my dear friend Ruth Waxter. Not only is she a fantastic elder law attorney in Frederick, MD but she is the "meat in the middle of the sandwich"! She has children, a husband, a career and has her mom living with h
I am back! Lots has happened with my family since my last episode. I take a few minutes to get raw and real about the passing of my dad January 24, 2020.
Maybe it has been awhile since you have laid eyes on your mom or dad and are worried about what you will find when you enter their home during the holidays. Have you had a niggling thought that something "isn't quite right" with your dad? Mayb
On this episode, I chat with a dear friend Mary Ellen about her experience with the loss of her mother, her father and her stepfather. Dealing with loss is difficult, but Mary Ellen had a lot to deal with when her mother was ill and then her s
On this episode, I talk about what is going on with my family and being in the middle, discussion about my class in Thanatology and the amazing book "Being Mortal"
In this episode, I have a wonderful conversation with Jennifer Minnick, Director of Housing for Habitat for Humanity Frederick County. I know all about how they utilize volunteers and sweat equity to help families build homes, but I never knew
For most of us, our dogs are truly our family. They greet us when we get home, provide companionship when we are lonely, make us laugh, make us cry and provide us with unconditional love.So what happens when your loved one leaves their home to
Why would a senior need a personal trainer? There are many reasons according to Katrina Wolf, ACSM Certified Personal Trainer and ACE Certified Senior Fitness Specialist. owner/founder of Agewell Senior Fitness:Post Rehab exercise program. Do
Join me and Brian Snyder with HomeCentris as we discuss the differences between Medicare and Medicaid and how they are used for in home health services. There is a big difference and it can be very confusing dealing with all of the in's and ou
In this episode, Katrina Wolf, owner of Age Well Senior Fitness tells us why it's important for our seniors to exercise to the best of their ability. Her company provides exercise instruction in your home tailored specifically for your needs-bu
I have often wondered if caregivers that work for the federal government receive services from an employee assistance program (EAP) and other support while on the job. Interestingly, here in the DC Metro area, the National Institute of Standar
Recently, well within the past few months, I have been deep in the middle of aging-my dad has been ill, my son is far away and I have to choose where to spend my time. This episode is different. Let me know if you can relate to what I am exper
WARNING - this interview with Dr. Craig Hauser of Hauser Health discusses the use of medical marijuana, drug addiction and other topics that may not be suitable for all audiences. Dr. Hauser explains the variety of uses for medical cannabis, d
WARNING - in this episode I interview Dr. Craig Hauser of Hauser Health and the medical director of a local medical cannabis dispensary. We discuss some topics that can be a sensitive subject for many people.Dr. Hauser begins by defining all of
I don't know about you, but when I am tired and stressed, I turn to comfort foods to make me feel better. In reality, they make me feel worse physically then emotionally-why the heck did I just sit down in the kitchen at 1:00 am when I can't s
Did you know that every state in the United States has a program to provide support for caregivers? I didn't until I met Mary Collins and Mindy Lohman-Hinz at a senior services networking event. I learned so much from them about what resources
When it comes to finding the perfect senior housing situation for your aging family member, the process can be overwhelming.There are hundreds of options to choose from and finding the “right” place can be challenging. That's where senior hous
I am so excited to present this episode to you. One of the most difficult decisions a family can make in conjunction with their loved one is when to switch from curative to palliative care. It's a difficult decision and the loving and empathe
All about the documents! What are the essential documents you need to have before something happens to you or a family member? What is an estate plan? What is an elder law attorney? This episode features Scott Morrison, Estate Planning and Eld
We brought back Angela Martin, owner of Shepherd's Staff In Home Care to discuss what in home care is and what to look for when choosing one, when it's appropriate and when it isn't and respect for the person. Angela tells her emotional story
Many caregivers need a break from the demands of 24/7 care of a loved one. Adult day services provides a welcome respite for the caregiver and stimulating activities for your loved one. In this episode, we speak with Christina Forbes, the Dir
In today's episode, Allison interviews Susan Dwyer, Education Coordinator for the Alzheimer's Association. Susan gives us some insight into current Alzheimer's research, resources for caregivers and a great explanation of the origin of the term
Are you as confused as I am about what the difference is between Medicaid, Medicare, Medicare supplements? Not to mention those celebrities on TV and the radio touting this plan over another. It's enough to drive you crazy!Mark Trent, owner of
In our inaugural episode, I interview Angela Martin, owner of Shepherd Staff In Home Care. Angela is well versed on the issues and challenges of the Sandwich Generation having been through it herself. We discuss the emotions, housing issues,
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