Episodes

  • The 7 Big Questions of Midlife and Beyond with Debra Whitman

    The 7 Big Questions of Midlife and Beyond with Debra Whitman
    Dec 17 2024
    In this Caring For Caregivers Conversation, we sit down with Debra Whitman, author of "The Second Fifty: Answers to the 7 Big Questions of Midlife and Beyond". A globally recognized expert on aging, Debra shares her journey of turning 50 and asking the pivotal question: What does a good second half of life look like? Debra and host Bruce Carlson explore the challenges and opportunities of midlife and beyond, with a focus on topics that matter most to caregivers and their loved ones: Navigating the unique challenges of family caregiving Maintaining brain health and mental well-being Planning finances for the future Finding purpose in the second half of life The Seven Questions: - How Long Will I Live? - Will I Be Healthy? - Will I Lose My Memory? - How Long Will I Work? - Will I Have Enough Money? - Where Will I Live? - How Will I Die? Join us for an inspiring and empowering conversation filled with practical advice, wisdom, and hope for anyone navigating caregiving or seeking answers to life’s big questions in midlife and beyond. Learn more about Debra's book: The Second Fifty https://aarp.org/secondfifty
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    29 mins
  • Washington Initiative 2124 Deep Dive

    Washington Initiative 2124 Deep Dive
    Oct 30 2024
    In this live Teletown Hall, join our AARP Washington Advocacy Director Cathy MacCaul for a deep dive into Ballot Initiative 2124. Hear why AARP, the Washington State Nurses Association and family caregivers are voting No on I-2124, learn about its impact on our state’s long-term care insurance program, and get answers to any other questions you may have.
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    45 mins
  • Caring For Caregivers Conversation in Spokane - Why Voting Matters

    Caring For Caregivers Conversation in Spokane - Why Voting Matters
    Oct 12 2024

    In this Caring For Caregivers Conversation, AARP Washington State Director Marguerite Ro talks with a group of our Spokane volunteers about the importance of advocating for caregivers and making our voices heard. Debby Ryan, Steve Corker and Aruna Bhuta discuss how they get involved in making their community better by voting and by volunteering. Learn more about caregiving in Washington at aarp.org/caregiverswa
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    33 mins
  • What To Know About Voting in WA with Secretary of State Steve Hobbs

    What To Know About Voting in WA with Secretary of State Steve Hobbs
    Aug 31 2024

    Washington Secretary of State Steve Hobbs answers members questions and brings us up to date on where, when and how to vote in the upcoming election, in a live teletown hall hosted by our AARP Washington Advocacy Director Cathy MacCaul. Learn more about voting in WA at aarp.org/wavotes
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    55 mins
  • Help for Caregivers in Rural Areas From Your Area Agency on Aging

    Help for Caregivers in Rural Areas From Your Area Agency on Aging
    Aug 13 2024

    In this Caring For Caregivers Conversation, our state director Marguerite Ro talks with Jennifer Lichorobiec of Aging and Long Term Care of Eastern Washington about family caregiving in Spokane and rural Eastern Washington. Her agency covers five counties, spanning Ferry, Stevens, Pend Oreille, Spokane, and Whitman counties, and a diverse population. Jennifer describes the challenges in rural areas and how your Area Agency on Aging can help. Find more about caregiving in Washington at https://aarp.org/caregiverswa
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    22 mins
  • Help For Caregivers from Your Local Area Agency on Aging

    Help For Caregivers from Your Local Area Agency on Aging
    Jul 8 2024

    People caring for loved ones often aren't aware of the help that's available from their local Area Agency on Aging. Cathy Knight is State Director at Washington Association of Area Agencies on Aging and in this video, she walks you though the services you can use, often for free, and how to find them.

    Help includes adult day services, caregiver support, case management, elder abuse prevention, health maintenance and promotion, information and assistance, legal support, nutrition, senior centers and transportation. When you don't know where to turn, your local Area Agency on Aging can make a difference with services you didn't know existed. Learn more about caregiving in Washington at https://aarp.org/caregiverswa
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    25 mins
  • Candidate Forum For WA 6th Congressional District - Live on the Peninsula

    Candidate Forum For WA 6th Congressional District - Live on the Peninsula
    Jul 6 2024
    Derek Kilmer is retiring as the 6th Congressional District Representative and five candidates are running in the August 5th primary to fill his seat. AARP Washington partnered with the Key Peninsula News and the Mustard Seed Project of Key Peninsula to bring the candidates together to talk with voters in person on Friday, June 28th at the Key Peninsula Civic Center in Vaughn, WA. Lisa Bryan, Executive Editor of Key Peninsula News, moderates the event. The candidates are Janis Clark (R), J. Graham Ralston (I), Emily Randall (D), Drew MacEwan (R), and Hilary Franz (D). Learn more about voting in WA at our webpage: aarp.org/wavotes
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    1 hr and 28 mins
  • Alzheimers Prevention and Brain Health with Dr. Kate Zhong

    Alzheimers Prevention and Brain Health with Dr. Kate Zhong
    May 21 2024

    In our new Caring For Caregivers Conversation, brain health expert Dr. Kate Zhong joins our state director Marguerite Ro to talk about advances in Alzheimers treatment and what you can do to protect your brain. Dr. Zhong is a geriatric psychiatrist and founder of the Brainnovation Initiative at UNLV.

    Learn about the Six Pillars of Brain Health in this interview and find more about caregiving in Washington at aarp.org/caregiverswa
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    41 mins