Welcome to Conversations on Aging: Next Steps 4 Seniors with Wendy Jones!

Season 6

March 4, 2025

Home Safety Tips with CAPS Remodeling

In this episode of Next Steps 4 Seniors: Conversations on Aging , host Wendy Jones welcomes Jerry Acciaioli from CAPS Remodeling to discuss essential home modifications that can help seniors age in place safely and comfortabl...

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Feb. 28, 2025

The Best Strategies for Boosting Brain Function as You Age

Ever wondered how to keep your brain sharp and resilient as you age? In this episode of Next Steps 4 Seniors: Conversations on Aging , host Wendy Jones shares groundbreaking insights from Dr. Mark Milstein, author of Age-Proo...

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Feb. 25, 2025

Unlocking the Secrets to Longevity with Dr. John Calado

What if you could take control of your health and add years to your life? In this episode of Next Steps 4 Seniors: Conversations on Aging , Wendy Jones sits down with Dr. John Calado to uncover the secrets to longevity, early...

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Feb. 21, 2025

Power of Attorney: Protecting Your Future Before It’s Too Late

In this episode of Next Steps 4 Seniors: Conversations on Aging , host Wendy Jones dives into a topic that’s often overlooked until it’s too late—the importance of establishing a Power of Attorney (POA). Whether for financial...

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Feb. 18, 2025

Recognizing Stroke Symptoms & Cardiovascular Health

In this episode of Next Steps 4 Seniors: Conversations on Aging , we sit down with Nurse Practitioner Liz Jackson from Henry Ford Hospital to discuss life-saving information on strokes, heart attacks, and vascular health. We ...

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Feb. 14, 2025

Mastering Medication Management: Keeping Our Aging Loved Ones Safe

In this episode of "Next Steps 4 Seniors: Conversations on Aging," host Wendy Jones discusses the critical topic of medication management for aging adults. Wendy, along with an unnamed speaker, highlights the complexities and...

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Feb. 11, 2025

Advocacy & Education: Guiding Seniors.

In this episode of Next Steps 4 Seniors , host Wendy Jones sits down with Libby Carpenter , social worker and founder of Guiding Seniors Advocacy and Education , to uncover the essential steps for empowering seniors and their...

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Feb. 7, 2025

Empowering Seniors: The Life-Changing Benefits of Captioned Phones

In this episode of "Next Steps 4 Seniors," host Wendy Jones discusses the importance of hearing support for seniors with Jennifer Weallens, the national outreach lead for captioned phones. They explore the features and benefi...

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Feb. 4, 2025

Genesight Medication Management: What Why and How Genesight Can help …

In the podcast episode "Next Steps 4 Seniors," host Wendy Jones and guest Frank Dubois discuss GeneSight, a pharmacogenomic test aiding seniors in managing multiple medications. Wendy highlights the growing interest in GeneSi...

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Jan. 31, 2025

Understanding Elder Abuse

In this episode of "Next Steps 4 Seniors: Conversations on Aging," host Wendy Jones and Erica Ancel, director of operations at Next Steps 4 Seniors, discuss the critical issue of elder abuse. Elder abuse is a hidden crisis af...

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Jan. 28, 2025

Advocating for Yourself: Midwest Diagnostics

In this episode of Next Steps 4 Seniors: Conversations on Aging, we dive into why self-advocacy is crucial, especially as we age. Learn how speaking up, asking questions, and understanding your health can lead to better outco...

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Jan. 24, 2025

Preparing for Retirement: How to Balance Enjoying Today with Saving f…

In this episode of "Next Steps 4 Seniors: Conversations on Aging, host Wendy Jones discusses the importance of financial planning for aging individuals with financial expert Brian Kurtz. Brian, who recently retired from his p...

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Jan. 18, 2025

Maintaining Independence As We Age

In the episode of " Next Steps 4 Seniors: Conversations on Aging ," host Wendy Jones and guest Erica Ancel, director of operations for Next Steps for Seniors, discuss strategies for seniors to maintain their independence. The...

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Jan. 15, 2025

Tips for Navigating Difficult Family Conversations

In this episode of "Next Steps 4 Seniors," host Wendy Jones converses with Dr. Kimberly Harms, an international speaker and author of "Are You Ready? How to Build a Legacy to Die For." They discuss strategies for initiating d...

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Jan. 11, 2025

The Importance of Socialization

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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Jan. 8, 2025

The Best of 2024: Kidney Health & Dialysis

We’re bringing back one of our most popular episodes from 2024—because it’s that good! Join Wendy Jones on Next Steps 4 Seniors: Conversations on Aging as she welcomes Charles Dunn and Ryan Height to explore the fascinating w...

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Jan. 4, 2025

Next Steps 4 Seniors: A Year in Review of the Foundation and Business

In this episode of Next Steps 4 Seniors: Conversations on Aging, Wendy Jones recaps the year, highlighting the vital work of Next Steps for Seniors’ business and foundation teams. Learn how they provide personalized senior li...

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