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Episodes

Sept. 24, 2024

Navigating Hospital Stays: Essential Tips for Seniors

📢 New Episode Alert! 🎙️ Ever been confused during a hospital stay? 🤔 You’re not alone! In our latest episode, Wendy Jones breaks down the essentials you need to know about hospital stays: what to ask, who to talk to, and how ...

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Sept. 13, 2024

Understanding Parkinson’s Disease

Join Wendy Jones , your trusted guide through the complex world of aging, as she tackles one of the most pressing topics today—Parkinson’s disease, the fastest-growing neurodegenerative disease . Wendy sits down with experts ...

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Sept. 6, 2024

Your Physicians: Aging Well

In this episode of Your Physicians , Dr. Pradhan and Nurse Practitioner Krystal Grazeois dive into the often-confused differences between a wellness visit and a physical, especially as we age. They also emphasize the critical...

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Aug. 30, 2024

Harmony at Home: Aging with Dignity

This episode, titled “Harmony at Home: Aging with Dignity,” features special guest Kim Sprangler from Harmony Cares and dives into the comprehensive services they offer, all within the comfort of your home. Whether you’re loo...

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Aug. 20, 2024

30 Days of Hope: Caring for Aging Parents

Join us for an enlightening episode featuring Kathy Howard, a seasoned educator with over 30 years of experience. Kathy has taught in numerous states and internationally, in venues ranging from multi-church conferences to lar...

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Aug. 14, 2024

Navigating Pain Medication and Immunizations

In this episode of Next Steps 4 Seniors: Conversations on Aging, host Wendy Jones welcomes back Cristina Blazer for an informative discussion on the essentials of over-the-counter pain medications and immunizations. Understan...

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Aug. 7, 2024

Embracing Your Aging Skin

In this episode of Next Steps 4 Seniors: Conversations on Aging, host Wendy Jones welcomes back Dr. Treyger for the second installment of their discussion on aging skin. They dive into the effects of sun damage and explore va...

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July 31, 2024

Understanding the Aging Brain vs. Alzheimer’s Disease

Welcome to another enlightening episode of Next Steps 4 Seniors: Conversations on Aging! In this episode, your host Wendy Jones sits down with the esteemed Dr. Ana Daughtery, Assistant Professor and Director of the Aging Brai...

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July 24, 2024

Your Aging Brain

In this episode of Next Steps 4 Seniors: Conversations on Aging , host Wendy Jones is joined by Dr. Ana Daugherty, Director of the Detroit Aging Brain Study (DABS) at Wayne State University's Cognitive Neuroscience of Aging L...

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July 17, 2024

Downsize & Thrive: Your Smart Move Guide

In this episode of Next Steps 4 Seniors: Conversations on Aging , host Wendy Jones welcomes back to the studio: Alissa Agnoli from Caring Transitions to delve into the inevitable journey of downsizing. This insightful conver...

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July 2, 2024

The Essential Role of Your Pharmacist in Senior Care

In the latest episode of Next Steps 4 Seniors: Conversations on Aging , host Wendy sits down with Cristina Blazer, Pharm.D., to uncover the critical role pharmacists play in your healthcare plan. As seniors often juggle multi...

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June 26, 2024

Embracing the Aging Skin

In this episode of Next Steps 4 Seniors: Conversations on Aging , Wendy welcomes Dr. Gary Treyger and Jenn Meller from St. Clair Dermatology to discuss the vital topic of skin health for seniors. Join us as we explore what to...

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June 20, 2024

Womens Health As We Age: Part 2

Welcome back to Next Steps 4 Seniors: Conversations on Aging with your host, Wendy Jones! In this highly anticipated second part of our series on Women's Health As We Age , we delve deeper into the crucial topic of hormones a...

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June 19, 2024

Womens Health As We Age: Part 1

Welcome to Next Steps 4 Seniors: Conversations on Aging , your trusted source for insights and advice on aging gracefully. In this special two-part series on Women's Health, Wendy is joined by esteemed Women's Health Coach an...

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June 13, 2024

Essential EMS Insights

Join Wendy in the latest enlightening episode of Next Steps 4 Seniors: Conversations on Aging as she sits down with Nancy Butty, an Injury Prevention Specialist working with Community Risk Reduction. Together, they delve into...

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June 12, 2024

Understanding CapTel Phones

In this enlightening new episode of Next Steps 4 Seniors: Conversation of Aging, Wendy and guest Jennifer Weallans are taking a deep dive into the world of CapTel phones – a game changer for those with hearing loss. Wendy and...

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June 6, 2024

Alzheimer's Awareness

In this special episode of “Next Steps 4 Seniors: Conversations on Aging.” Wendy is joined by Erica Ansel, Director of Operations at Next Steps 4 Seniors in the studio to discuss Alzheimer's Awareness. The upcoming longest d...

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June 4, 2024

Socialization- Why it's Important to Have a Community

In this episode of “Next Steps 4 Seniors: Conversations on Aging,” Wendy passionately delves into the importance of staying socially active and how it impacts our overall well-being as we age. Join us as Wendy shares her insi...

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May 30, 2024

Heart Health Essentials: Understanding Heart Attacks and Stroke

Join us on the latest Next Steps 4 Seniors: Conversations on Aging episode for a heart-to-heart conversation with Wendy and guest Elizabeth Jackson. Wendy is thrilled to have Liz in the studio, sharing her invaluable insigh...

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May 28, 2024

Your Time Is Valuable

In this insightful episode of Next Steps 4 Seniors: Conversations of Aging, we delve into the importance of recognizing the value of our time and the necessity of focusing on our health and what matters most. As we age, maki...

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May 24, 2024

Fall Free Living: Safety for Seniors

Join us this week on Next Steps 4 Seniors: Conversations on Aging, as Wendy welcomes experts Erica Ansel and Marianne Engstrom. Together, they delve into the crucial topic of keeping our seniors safe from falls. Falls are a s...

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May 22, 2024

Food Is Fuel

Welcome to another enlightening episode of Next Steps for Seniors: Conversations on Aging with Wendy Jones. In this episode, Wendy is joined by the insightful Bev Ferrari, a passionate health minister, to dive into nutrition ...

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May 16, 2024

Fitness Wellness Check In

Join us for an informative and interactive episode of Next Steps 4 Seniors: Conversations on Aging. In the studio today with Wendy is senior fitness expert Karen Milam of “Age Strong with Karen” to chat about the Fitness Wel...

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May 14, 2024

Is there a Link between Hearing Loss and Brain Health?

Is There a Link between Hearing Loss and Brain Health? This week on Next Steps 4 Seniors: Conversations on Aging Wendy is joined by Audiologist Nina Lopatin, owner of Direct Hearing, to shed light on the importance of priori...

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