Join Kosta and his guest: Jim Bourke, Director of Adult Foster Care Services at Home Caregivers. In this episode: What is adult foster care? What kinds of families or individuals are you looking for to become adult foster parents? What kind of compensation can a family expect? Does the compensation vary? Does this cover the cost of living for the i…

Join Kosta and his guest: John Mozdzien, Co-Founder and Executive Director of Veterans First. Aging veterans and their families often face unique challenges, and it can be difficult trying to maintain a level of independence. That’s why Veterans First works to provide veterans and their families the support they need for independent living at home.…

Join Kosta and his guest: Stefano Selorio, Founder and CEO of Carevocacy, a platform providing online, in-person and AI driven education teaching seniors how to use the technology around them. Recently honored as one of Forbes 30 Under 30, Stefano’s mission is to advance Health Equity Through AI and Digital Literacy. In this episode: How can a bett…

Join Kosta and his guest: Justin Ellerby, President of the National Shared Housing Resource Center and Co-Founder and Executive Director at HomeShare American River. In this episode: This goes without saying, but housing is one of the greatest challenges facing Americans of all ages, in all parts of the United States. How does home sharing address …

Join Kosta and his guest: Meredith Oppenheim, Founder and CEO of Vitality Society, an online community designed to enrich, engage and empower people 60 and better to remain at their best. Meredith proudly served on Mayor Bloomberg’s Age-Friendly NYC Commission and the NYC Department for Aging board during her decades as an executive in the senior h…

Join Kosta and his guest: Kathleen O’Brien: Advocate, Educator, Former Television Broadcaster and Producer and now, Author of Reclaiming Your Right to Grow Old. In this episode: Why do we obsess over youth when that’s such a short and often painful part of our life, while having the maturity and wisdom of age is such a dignified and rich way to exp…

Join Kosta and his guest: Kimberly Whiter, Co-Founder of The Whole Care Network, CEO of Elder Care Solutions, and Founder of The Care Colloquium, a first of its kind, national thought leadership conference for leaders in the care economy. In this episode: What does it look like financially for the average American to unexpectedly need senior care? …

Join Kosta and his guest: Dr. Mitchell Clionsky, Board-Certified Clinical Neuropsychologist, Clinician and Co-Author of Dementia Prevention: Using Your Head to Save Your Brain. In this episode: Dementia isn’t inevitable, and in 1 in 2 it’s preventable. Your book lays out a visual model of more than 20 factors that impact dementia risk, including 15…

Join Kosta and his guest: Kelly Roberts, Co-Founder of Roberts Family Funeral Home and Founder of Send Off - a company redefining the way we look at funerals, end of life celebrations and memorial events. Find out more about SendOff: https://www.sendoff.co/ Find out more about Roberts Family Funeral Home: https://www.robertsfamilyfh.com/ Find out m…

Join Kosta and his guest: Malika Moore, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Educator and Founder of Aging and Amazing, a network committed to older adults and strengthening the networks that surround them. In this episode: In my experience, people either never want to think about getting older or they’re afraid of getting older and thinking about it w…

Join Kosta and his guest: Emily Gang, Owner and Founder of The Medicare Coach. Providing independent, unbiased advice to Americans approaching their Medicare decision,The Medicare Coach is dedicated to helping educate and protect American's healthcare rights and retirement savings. Today we’re talking about everything you should know about Medicare…

Join Kosta and his guest: Gretchen Kingma, Occupational Therapist, Realtor and Founder of Empowered Homes and Custom Joy. Throughout her career Gretchen has dedicated herself to improving aging-in-place services, creating intentional home modifications, and facilitating community transitions that assist older adults and persons with disabilities in…

Join Kosta and his guest: Dr. Christine Rosenbloom, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, Licensed Dietitian, and Co-Author of Food and Fitness after 50. Dr. Rosenbloom is a regular contributor to AARP, WebMD, and countless other publishing resources, while becoming a trusted nutritional consultant for brands like General Mills, The Grain Foods Founda…

Join Kosta and his guest: Dr. Dorian Minzter, experienced Therapist, Life and Retirement Transition Coach, Relationship Coach, Executive Coach, Author, Speaker and Teacher. Today we’re talking about what no one told you about retirement. In this episode: In 2023, what does a successful retirement look like? How can we more accurately predict what w…

Join Kosta and his guest: Christian Worstell, Senior Medicare and Health Insurance Eductor with HelpAdvisor.com. As a licensed health insurance agent and industry advocate, Christian has helped thousands of Americans better understand their health insurance and Medicare coverage. Featured everywhere from Forbes, MarketWatch, WebMD, and Yahoo! Finan…

Join Kosta and his guest: Dr. Jennifer Stelter, Clinical Psychologist, Dementia Expert, and Johns Hopkins Press Author specializing in dementia care. Dr. Stelter is a Certified Dementia Practitioner, Certified Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia Care Trainer recognized by the National Council for Certified Dementia Practitioners. Today we’re talking a…

Disclaimer: This episode contains conversations about suicide, mental health, and some content that might not be appropriate for all audiences. Join Kosta and his guest: Nikki Lawley, Medical Cannabis Advocate, Educator, and Founder of Nikki and the Plant. Today we’re talking about aging, longevity, and medical cannabis. In a 2020 publication from …

Join Kosta and his guest: Maxwell Schmitz, MSFS, CLTC, Senior Advisor, CEO of Yetworth Insurance Solutions, and Author of Planting the Seed: 20 Ways to Preserve Your Yetworth. Today we’re talking about who actually needs long-term care insurance. In this episode: What is long-term care insurance? How is it most commonly used? How does the price of …

Join Kosta and his guest: Annalee Kruger, Founder and President of Care Right Inc., Senior Care Advisor, Author of The Invisible Patient, and senior care director of over 30 years. In this episode: Today’s episode revolves heavily around the concept of compassion fatigue - or the burnout caregivers experience due to chronic self-sacrifice. How does…

Join Kosta and his guest: Kevin Jameson, Founder, President, and Chief Volunteer of Dementia Society of America, a non-profit working to educate and promote awareness of all types of dementia. In this episode: Dementia looks different for everyone, how does technology aid in providing personalized care options, specifically in improving community e…

Join Kosta and his guest: Steve Gurney, Founder and CEO of Positive Aging Community, Author, and Senior Living Advocate of over 30 years. In this episode: What is Positive Aging Community? How does it help seniors and our communities overall? As an expert in senior living, what do you believe is the biggest misconception about this experience? What…

Join Kosta and his guest: Lori Ramos Lemasters, Founder of Care Partners Resource and Consulting, Certified Journal to the Self ® Therapeutic Writing Instructor, and Author of “You're a Caregiver, Not a Saint”. Today we’re talking about the power of therapeutic journaling for caregivers. Find out more about Lori and Care Partner Resource: http://Ca…

Join Kosta and his guest: Star Bradbury, Aging Life Care Specialist, Founder of Senior Living Strategies, and Author of Successfully Navigating Your Parents' Senior Years. In this episode: What’s normally the most overlooked or misunderstood aspect of aging for your clients? What does aging successfully really look like? How can we measure if we're…

Join Kosta and his guest: Jenny Kenderes, President and CEO of Senior Living Placement, Speaker, Educator, and Author of “Navigating the Next Chapter”. Today we’re talking about how to understand the 3 keys of senior living: care, budget, and location. In this episode: How do senior care placement agencies work? How can we prepare for the financial…

Join Kosta and his guest: Bill Cohen, caregiver support group leader, educator and speaker, an Alzheimer’s Association volunteer and advocate, Certified Senior Advisor, and the owner of Cohen Caregiving Support Consultants LLC. Today we’re talking about your step-by-step guide to creating a successful care plan. Find out more about Cohen Caregiving…

Join Kosta and his guest: Geri Paige, Author, Transformational Mindset Coach, Strategic Pathway Advisor, and Founder of The Now Experiment. Today we're talking about the mindset shift that will change how you age. In this episode: How does our mindset shift over time? How do you know when you’re on the right path? How can we evaluate where we are a…

Join Kosta and his guest: Rachel Hill, Podcast Host and Creative Director for Senior Living Foresight, providing new perspectives on senior living practices to improve culture, reduce turnover, and increase occupancy. Today we're talking about senior living in the social media era. Find out more about Senior Living Foresight: https://www.seniorlivi…

Join Kosta and his guest: Hassan Abdallah JD, CHC, CPCM, CEO of ATLA Healthcare Group. Today we’re talking about how to assess quality care - from a compliance expert. In this episode: From a regulatory and compliance perspective, how would you define 'quality of care'? At the end of the day, do regulations truly protect patients and ensure they re…

Join Kosta and his guest: Scott Rinehart CPA, Financial Planner, and Founder of Verifi Financial, a resource to help DIY Investors spend purposefully, pay less in tax, and invest wisely. In this episode: For so many of us, caregiving is a full-time job we start with no training or notice. From a financial perspective, what should families expect an…

Join Kosta and his guest: Dr. Barry J. Jacobs, clinical psychologist, family therapist, and current member of AARP's Caregiving Advisory Panel. Throughout his career Dr. Jacobs has authored and co-authored dozens of books, journals and publications, including best seller: The Emotional Survival Guide For Caregivers. Today we’re talking about coping…

Join Kosta and his guest: Christopher Small, Estate Planning and Probate Attorney, Educator, Coach and Founder of CMS Law Firm. Throughout his career, Christopher has helped thousands of clients and followers reshape their perspective on legacy planning, probate, estate management, and how to protect your family through generational wealth. Find ou…

Join Kosta and his guests: Cindy Hardin-Weiss, and Christina Hardin-Weiss Co-Founders of Adaptive Equipment and Caregiving Corner, working to enhance continuity of care from healthcare facility to home, increase client and caregiver safety during daily care and improve and maintain the client’s optimal level of functional independence. Today we’re …

Join Kosta and his guest: Patti LaFleur, Certified Dementia Practitioner, Caring Across Generations Care Fellow, former full-time care partner, and current advocate and educator for dementia. Today we’re talking about creating systems, routines, and success as a caregiver. In this episode: As caregivers how can we adapt our routines to better accom…

Join Kosta and his guest: Dr. David Grabowski, Professor of Health Care Policy in the Department of Health Care Policy at Harvard Medical School. Dr. Grabowski is a member of the Medicare Payment Advisory Commission, an independent agency established to advise the U.S. Congress on issues affecting the Medicare program. Throughout his tenure, Dr. Gr…

Join Kosta and his guest: Todd Rovak, CEO and Co-Founder at Carefull, the first digital platform built for older adults and their families to protect money, credit, identity, and critical documents. Today we’re talking about how to protect seniors from online scams and fraud. Find out more about Carefull: https://getcarefull.com/ Find out more abou…

Join Kosta and his guest: Dr. Al Power, board-certified internist and geriatrician, educator, and published author. Internationally recognized for his work challenging the use of antipsychotic medications for people living with dementia, Dr. Power’s focus is bringing knowledge into practice to transform the culture of care, from philosophical to sy…

Join Kosta and his guest: Danielle Roberts, Co-Founder of Boomer Benefits and author of 10 Costly Medicare Mistakes You Can't Afford to Make. Throughout her career, Danielle has personally helped thousands of beneficiaries with their plan decisions as she specialized in Medicare-related insurance and became a member of the prestigious Forbes Financ…

Join Kosta and his guest: Jill Vitale-Aussem, President and CEO of Christian Living Communities, a Colorado-based not-for-profit serving more than 1,000 older adults and their families. Jill is a licensed nursing home administrator, LeadingAge Leadership Academy Fellow, Reframing Aging facilitator, and author of Disrupting the Status Quo of Senior …

Join Kosta and his guest: Marc Cohen, professor of gerontology at the University of Massachusetts, Boston and Co-Director of the LeadingAge LTSS. Throughout his career Marc’s work has been published and quoted extensively, including interviews by The New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and Time Magazine as a thought leader on issues affecting elde…

Join Kosta and his guest: Cameron Huddleston, author, speaker, and award-winning journalist with 20 years of experience writing about personal finance. Today we’re talking about how to approach your parents about their finances. In this episode: How should you approach the conversation of finances with parents who are uncomfortable talking about mo…

Join Kosta and his guest: Dan Lindsay, Founder and CEO of Surety Technologies Inc., a site safety-aligned cleaning program bringing data-driven safety analysis to long-term care facilities. Today we’re talking about outbreak risks, nursing homes, and what you should know. Find out more about Dan Lindsay, Founder and CEO of Surety Technologies Inc.:…

Join Kosta and his guest: Ben Veghte, Director of the WA Cares Fund, (the nation's first universal long-term care insurance program in Washington State). Today we’re talking about the universal need for universal long-term care. In this episode: What is the Washington Care Fund? How does the WA Cares Fund differ from traditional long-term care insu…

Join Kosta and his guest: Elizabeth Miller, Certified Care Consultant and Founder of The Happy Healthy Caregiver, a resource hub, podcast, and community of caregivers growing and sharing tips, resources, and support to create happier and healthier lives for caregivers. Today we’re talking about how to care for the caregiver. In this episode: As a c…

Join Kosta and his guest: Richard J. Mollot, Executive Director of the Long Term Care Community Coalition, a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving quality of care, quality of life and dignity for elderly and disabled people in nursing homes, assisted living and other residential settings. Today we’re talking about the ethics of eldercare. F…

Jennifer Fink, host of Fading Memories, a podcast designed to offer hope, advice, and wisdom from Alzheimer’s caregivers who have lived the experience and thrived. Today we’re talking about how to navigate Alzheimer’s without fear. Find out more about Jennifer Fink and Fading Memories Podcast: https://fadingmemoriespodcast.com/ Find out more about …

Join Kosta and his guest: Margaret Morganroth Gullette, Resident Scholar at the Women's Studies Research Center for Brandeis University. An Author, essayist, and activist. Her contributions to the field of cultural studies of age include five books, the latest of which is Ending Ageism, or How Not to Shoot Old People. Today we’re talking about How …

Join Kosta and his guest: Kyrié Carpenter, Co-Founder of the Anti-Ageism Clearinghouse, Author of - Healing Dementia, an in-depth psychological look at the phenomenon of cognitive change and Experienced Career Coach with a demonstrated history of working in the mental health care industry. Today we’re talking about the Myths and Misconceptions of D…

Join Kosta and his guest: Liz Craven, Publisher: Vice President of Pro-Ad Media, Inc., Publisher of the Sage Aging ElderCare Guide, and Host of Sage Aging Podcast. Today we’re talking about the Beginner’s Guide to Caregiving. Find out more about Liz Craven and Sage Aging Eldercare Guide: https://eldercareguide.com/ Find out more about Kosta Yepifan…

Join Kosta and his guest: David Greenwalt, Certified Wellness Coach, Author, Professional Member of the National Strength and Conditioning Association and Founder of Leanness Lifestyle University. Today we’re talking about Fitness, Aging and What’s Missing. In this episode: What are the greatest risk factors we face physically in our elder years? E…

Join Kosta and his guest: Ashton Applewhite, author and activist, serving as the leading spokesperson for the emerging movement to raise awareness of ageism and how to dismantle it. Ashton is the author of This Chair Rocks: A Manifesto Against Ageism, the co-creator of the Old School Anti-Ageism Clearinghouse, and the voice of Yo, Is This Ageist? I…