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Episodes

S9 E189 - Are You Living With Pain As You Age?
Feb. 27, 2026

S9 E189 - Are You Living With Pain As You Age?

Are you or someone you love—living with knee, back, or hip pain? Struggling with daily activities like walking, sleeping, or getting dressed? In this powerful episode of Next Steps for Seniors: Conversations on Aging, Wendy J...
S9 E188 - Beyond the Bucket List: Practical Approaches to End-of-Life Planning
Feb. 24, 2026

S9 E188 - Beyond the Bucket List: Practical Approaches to End-of-Life Planning

This week, we dive into a topic that’s as profound as it is essential: “Ending Well.” I had the pleasure of chatting with Dr. Pamela Pyle, a board-certified internal medicine physician and author of Anticipating Heaven. Trust me, you don’t want to miss this episode!
S9 Embracing Forgiveness: Spiritual Next Steps for a Joyful Aging Journey
Feb. 20, 2026

S9 Embracing Forgiveness: Spiritual Next Steps for a Joyful Aging Journey

Most of us carry hidden weights that block the abundant life Jesus promises. What if the secret to true freedom is simply making a powerful decision—one that begins with forgiveness? If you're tired of the emotional and spiri...
S9 E186 - Your Heart Might Be Warning You… Are You Listening?
Feb. 17, 2026

S9 E186 - Your Heart Might Be Warning You… Are You Listening?

The Greatest Health Risks for Seniors: Understanding Strokes and Heart Attacks
S9 E186 - Your Heart Might Be Warning You… Are You Listening?
Feb. 17, 2026

S9 E186 - Your Heart Might Be Warning You… Are You Listening?

Could you recognize a stroke fast enough to save a life… maybe even your own? In this episode of Next Steps 4 Seniors: Conversations on Aging , Wendy sits down with Elizabeth Jackson for a powerful, practical conversation abo...
S9 E185 - Navigating Sibling Rivalry in Caregiving
Feb. 13, 2026

S9 E185 - Navigating Sibling Rivalry in Caregiving

Sibling rivalry can complicate caregiving for aging parents. In this episode, Wendy Jones discusses the challenges of sibling rivalry in the context of caregiving for aging parents. She shares personal stories to illustrate t...
S9 E184 - Clarity Before Crisis
Feb. 10, 2026

S9 E184 - Clarity Before Crisis

What if you didn’t have to wait for life to fall apart before making changes? In this episode, we sit down with Benjamin Bolen , author of Clarity Before Crisis , to talk about how gaining clarity before the breaking point ca...
S9 E183 - Finding Peace In the Future
Feb. 6, 2026

S9 E183 - Finding Peace In the Future

Do not live your life in fear? Embrace peace instead. In this episode of Next Steps 4 Seniors, host Wendy Jones discusses the emotional and spiritual aspects of aging, focusing on overcoming fear related to aging and health. ...
S9 E183 - Afraid Of The Future
Feb. 6, 2026

S9 E183 - Afraid Of The Future

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S9 E182 - Recognizing Cognitive Decline
Feb. 3, 2026

S9 E182 - Recognizing Cognitive Decline

Cognitive decline is an increasingly prevalent concern among aging populations, affecting not only seniors but also their families and caregivers. In a recent episode of "Next Steps 4 Seniors: Conversations on Aging," host We...
S9 E180 - When God Becomes The Caregivers Advocate
Jan. 30, 2026

S9 E180 - When God Becomes The Caregivers Advocate

Feeling overwhelmed with caregiving responsibilities? In this episode of Next Steps 4 Seniors , Wendy Jones shares a spiritual perspective that can transform your experience. Discover how surrendering control to God can bring...
S9 E180 - The Best Strategies for Avoiding Family Conflict in Estate Planning
Jan. 27, 2026

S9 E180 - The Best Strategies for Avoiding Family Conflict in Estate Planning

In this episode of "Next Steps 4 Seniors," host Wendy Jones and guest Wendy Zimmer Cox, an estate planning expert, discuss the essentials of financial security and estate planning for seniors. They highlight the importance of...
S9 E179 - Purpose In Waiting
Jan. 23, 2026

S9 E179 - Purpose In Waiting

In this episode of "Next Steps 4 Seniors: Conversations on Aging," host Wendy Jones welcomes Pastor Ben Mae from Oakland Church, Michigan, to discuss the spiritual and emotional challenges of waiting as we age. Drawing from h...
S9 E178 - Joint Pain Relief Without Surgery?
Jan. 20, 2026

S9 E178 - Joint Pain Relief Without Surgery?

In this episode of "Next Steps 4 Seniors: Conversations on Aging," host Wendy Jones welcomes Dr. William Fox, a board-certified vascular and interventional specialist, to discuss innovative, minimally invasive procedures for ...
S9 E177 - Pause, Breathe, and Remember What Truly Matters
Jan. 16, 2026

S9 E177 - Pause, Breathe, and Remember What Truly Matters

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S9 E176 - The Conversation Families Wish They’d Had Sooner
Jan. 13, 2026

S9 E176 - The Conversation Families Wish They’d Had Sooner

In this episode of "Next Steps 4 Seniors: Conversations on Aging host Wendy Jones and estate planning attorney Rob Capello discuss essential strategies for managing family finances and preparing for the future with aging love...
S9 E175 - Heaven Is Real
Jan. 9, 2026

S9 E175 - Heaven Is Real

In this episode of Next Steps 4 Seniors, host Wendy Jones discusses the challenges faced by seniors as they navigate aging and the importance of addressing both physical and spiritual needs. She emphasizes the significance of...
S9 E174 - Probate: The Hidden Pitfalls of Not Planning Ahead
Jan. 6, 2026

S9 E174 - Probate: The Hidden Pitfalls of Not Planning Ahead

In this episode of Next Steps 4 Seniors: Conversations on Aging, host Wendy Jones and estate planning attorney Mallory Kallabat discuss probate, estate planning, and strategies to avoid probate. They explain what probate is, ...
S9 E173 - Best Of: How to Turn Caregiving Challenges into Cherished Moments
Jan. 2, 2026

S9 E173 - Best Of: How to Turn Caregiving Challenges into Cherished Moments

This week, we’re bringing back one of our most powerful conversations. In this Best Of episode of Next Steps 4 Seniors: Conversations on Aging , host Wendy Jones sits down with caregiver and advocate Deirdre Mercer for an hon...
S9 E172 - A Season of Giving
Dec. 30, 2025

S9 E172 - A Season of Giving

In this episode of "Next Steps 4 Seniors: Conversation on Aging," host Wendy Jones and guest Pastor Lorenzo Sewell from 180 Church in Detroit discuss the emotional complexities of aging during the holiday season. They emphasi...
S9 E171 - Facing Fear With Hope
Dec. 26, 2025

S9 E171 - Facing Fear With Hope

In this episode of Next Steps 4 Seniors: Conversations on Aging, host Wendy Jones and Father Brian from Saint Andrew’s Church discuss how seniors can face fears related to aging, loss, and uncertainty with hope. They explore ...
S9 E168 - The Best Gift
Dec. 19, 2025

S9 E168 - The Best Gift

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S9 E168 - The Best Strategies for Achieving Financial Peace of Mind in Retirement
Dec. 16, 2025

S9 E168 - The Best Strategies for Achieving Financial Peace of Mind in Retirement

In this episode of "Next Steps 4 Seniors: Conversations on Aging," host Wendy Jones is joined by Bill Feldmaier and Mike Lasky from Greenleaf Trust to discuss achieving financial peace of mind in retirement. They highlight th...
S9 E167 - Don't Wait Until It's Too Late
Dec. 12, 2025

S9 E167 - Don't Wait Until It's Too Late

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