Home health care helps older adults live independently for as long as possible, even with an illness or injury. It covers a wide range of services and can often delay the need for long-term nursing home care. Home health care may include occupa

The 411 on Smart Clothing

May 22nd, 2021 56m 54s

Myant knits sensors and actuators into everyday textiles, giving them the ability to sense and react to the human body. This continuous bidirectional interface to the human operating system will empower humanity to transform its capabilities an

The 411 on Active Adult Lifestyle Communities

May 7th, 2021 52m 48s

Active adult communities refer to either an age-targeted or an Age-restricted community designed for people aged 55 or older. These communities offer the best in retirement living, creating a community of like-minded people while removing many

The 411 on Funeral Pre-Planning

May 6th, 2021 59m 18s

Planning a funeral service can be overwhelming. Nobody shows you how. Nobody even talks about what to do when a loved one dies. Trying to make funeral arrangements in the aftermath of a tragedy can be one of the most difficult things you will e

The 411 on Long Term Care Insurance

Apr 15th, 2021 1h 23m

Long term care insurance can provide coverage if you become unable to care for yourself and need assistance to manage daily living activities.Long term care isn’t just for seniors. You may become unable to care for yourself for 90 days or more

The 411 on Cognitive Skills & The Aging Brain

Apr 5th, 2021 55m 41s

Every day we perform hundreds of cognitive tasks but are mostly unaware of the effort involved. These tasks take different forms, such as noticing colors, remembering names, or calculating time on a watch.As people age, their movements and ref

The 411 on Surviving COVID-19

Dec 15th, 2020 36m 25s

For most people when the conversation around COVID-19 starts, one of the first comments is “Do you even know anybody who has it ?” Most people you speak to, myself included do not. Outside of what you see on the news, and out of all my famil

Step Up – Make a Pledge to Prevent Falls

Dec 14th, 2020 21m

First and foremost, I want to thank all of our panelists and everyone who has viewed our shows for being a part of making this audacious goal that I had inside of my head become a reality! If we have touched just one person then we have don

The 411 On Insurance for Seniors

Dec 14th, 2020 59m 36s

What is the difference between life insurance and long term care insurance?What illnesses are covered by critical illness insurance?What are the types of disability insurance?What are the recommended types of insurance for seniors?It’s time

The 411 on Financial Planning For The What If’s

Dec 14th, 2020 1h 4m

Integrate eldercare into financial planning or pay the price!People plan for retirement to live how they want in their ‘silver years.’ But have you thought about including eldercare in those plans? Most have not and when reality sets in peopl

The 411 on Personal Emergency Response Systems

Dec 14th, 2020 50m 14s

Personal Emergency Response Systems save Lives…and provide the safety, security, independence, and longevity we all want for ourselves, our family, and our friends.Join Desiree King & Stephanie Santos-Spraggett as they discuss The 411 on Perso

The 411 on Home Health Care

Dec 14th, 2020 59m 18s

Caring for seniors and our elders requires long-term care planning. But many family members become caregivers overnight without being ready for it. A loved one falls down or an illness triggers a change in responsibility.After a certain period

The 411 on The Realities of Having a Stroke

Dec 14th, 2020 1h 13m

After experiencing a stroke, survivors can begin to recover through rehabilitation.However, recovery from stroke is a process that survivors need to continue throughout their lives. Formal stroke rehabilitation is important for survivors to re

The 411 on Fall Prevention Exercises : Strength & Balance Level 3

Dec 13th, 2020 16m 8s

Regular exercise helps to strengthen muscles and maintain or improve fitness, balance, stamina, and suppleness At any age, as well as reducing joint pain. As such, regular exercise will help reduce your risk of having a fall.As with all exerci

The 411 on Fall Prevention Exercises : Strength & Balance Level 2

Dec 13th, 2020 16m 8s

The 411 on Fall Prevention Exercises: Strength & Balance Level 1

Dec 9th, 2020 16m 53s

The 411 on Fall Prevention Exercises: Strength & Balance Level 1Regular exercise helps to strengthen muscles and maintain or improve fitness, balance, stamina, and suppleness at any age, as well as reducing joint pain.As such, regular exerc

The 411 on Fall Prevention Exercises: Intro & Exercise Level Test

Dec 9th, 2020 21m 22s

The 411 on Fall Prevention Exercises: Intro & Exercise Level TestRegular exercise helps to strengthen muscles and maintain or improve fitness, balance, stamina, and suppleness at any age, as well as reducing joint pain.As such, regular exer

The 411 on What It's Like To Be In Your 80's

Dec 9th, 2020 1h 1m

The 411 on What It’s Like To Be In Your 80’sCoping with change is difficult, no matter how old you are.The particular challenge for older adults is the sheer number of changes and transitions that start to occur—including children moving aw

The 411 Vision & Safety Huddle Talk

Dec 9th, 2020 41m 37s

The 411 Vision & Safety Huddle TalkHuddle talks are a popular way to engage others to raise awareness and spark conversations in a very quick way.This awareness activity is designed to provide patients and families visual awareness on the i

The 411 on Safe Winter Walking

Dec 9th, 2020 16m 19s

The 411 on Safe Winter Walking Physical activity throughout the year is a part of healthy aging and can help prevent falls and fractures. Regular physical activity during the winter months could include walking, snowshoeing, or shoveling.

The 411 on What to do If You Witness a Fall

Dec 9th, 2020 13m 29s

Often, older people may hide an injury because they fear losing control of their independence.They might also feel embarrassed by the ordeal. It’s important to reassure them.Make sure they know, that even if they need some home help, their

The 411 on Stairlifts

Dec 4th, 2020 13m 44s

Stairlifts help you master 'the three Rs': Regain your independence Retain full use of your home Remain in the home you love. Installing a Stairlift turns your home into a bungalow, by removing the obstacle of stairs if they become to

The 411 on What to Do If You Fall

Nov 26th, 2020 24m 25s

No One Thinks Their Going To Fall.But It Happens.Join Desiree King as she discusses The 411 on What to Do If You Fall.To View the Video of this Podcast, which includes demonstrations, visit The Senior Living 411 Inc. You Tube Channel here:

The 411 on Developing a Falls Prevention Action Plan

Nov 7th, 2020 22m 33s

Join Desiree King as she provides seven strategies you can take immediately to create a falls prevention action plan.To View the Video of this Podcast, which includes demonstrations, visit The Senior Living 411 Inc. You Tube Channel here:http

The 411 on Saying “I’m concerned about your safety and your chances of falling.”

Nov 7th, 2020 12m 39s

The 411 on Saying “I’m concerned about your safety and your chances of falling.”IT’S NOT EASY to tell a friend or family member “I’m concerned about your safety and your chances of falling.”Join Desiree King as she discusses some that may h