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Get to know the new President & CEO of Messiah Lifeways, Karl Brummer, and his take on the senior living industry and challenges and opportunities we face, plus hear his perspective on the vision and future of Messiah Lifeways. Show Notes: https://www.newsweek.com/americas-best-nursing-homes-2022/pennsylvania

The national healthcare and long-term care workforce shortage is reaching a critical level. Listen as special guest, Geoffrey Roche, Senior VP of Workforce Development at Dignity Health Global Education (DHGE) discusses some of the critical issues and some of the efforts to overcome workforce challenges like DHGE's Equity Impact Scholarship and its goal to promote inclusion, diversity, and equity in healthcare. See below for the available degree and certificates the scholarship covers. Show Notes: https://dhge.org/ https://dhge.org/equity-impact-scholarship The degrees and certificates include: • University of Arizona's Eller Executive Education - Mini-MBA in Healthcare • University of Arizona's Eller Executive Education - Mini MBA in Rural Healthcare • Duke CE - Certificate in Nurse Leadership • Duke CE - Certificate in Healthcare Leadership • Arizona State University's Thunderbird School of Global Management - MGM in Healthcare Services • Arizona State University's Thunderbird School of Global Management - Certificate in Innovation in Healthcare Management • Mercy College PLUS - RN to BSN Completion • Pepperdine Graziadio Business School - Healthcare Analytics •Pepperdine Graziadio Business School - Healthcare Marketing • Northern Arizona University - MBA in Healthcare • American University - Healthcare Project Management

September is National Senior Center Month and what better time to talk about how these hubs of activity, socialization and well-being. Senior Centers are evolving across the country to meet the changing needs of older adults, especially for Baby Boomers. Learn more about these terrific community resources that are often underappreciated and underutilized with special guest, Christina Weber, Senior Director of Community Support Services at Messiah Lifeways. Show notes: www.aging.pa.gov/local-resources/Pages/Senior-Center www.messiahlifeways.org/ministries/mechanicsburg-place or call 717.591.5581 www.messiahlifeways.org/ministries/westshore or call 717.774.0409 Donate to Mechanicsburg Place and or the West Shore Senior Center, visit: https://www.messiahlifeways.org/giving/donate/ The senior centers can be found in the "donation type" drop down menu. Transportation to Cumberland County Senior Centers: www.rabbittransit.org/shared-ride/paratransit/program-information/

What Makes Memory Care Different from Personal Care? Though personal care and assisted living programs have elements of memory care, a true memory program stands apart from these traditional settings. Learn some of the important differences on the Caregivers Corner Podcast. Show Notes: https://www.dhs.pa.gov/Services/Disabilities-Aging/Pages/Personal-Care-Home-FAQ.aspx https://www.messiahlifeways.org/care-options/memory-care/

April 16 is National Healthcare Decisions Day. It's a day to focus on legal and medical directives in case of emergency. To no surprise lots of us don't want to think about death and dying. But guess what? If you ignore it, it won't simply go away. Learn about of some the different documents and directives and the importance they play in life and death for you and a loved one. For more information and to access downloadable living wills/advance directives or a healthcare power of attorney, check out the following websites: -National Healthcare Decisions Day website- nhdd.org/ -Caring Connections PA Advance Directive- caringinfo.org/files/public/ad/Pennsylvania.pdf -PA Department of Health website sample advance directive and durable healthcare power of attorney - dsf.health.state.pa.us/health/lib/health/publicnotices/Sample_Forms_for_Advance_Directives.pdf -Medicare.gov website- medicare.gov/manage-your-health/advance-directives/advance-directives-and-long-term-care.html www.legalzoom.com www.rocketlawyer.com www.upmc.com (free advance directive form) www.polst.org www.funeralwise.com For the most comprehensive and crucial decision making I would recommend consulting with an attorney, particularly an eldercare attorney.

Staying active and healthy is important no matter your age, but it’s especially important as we get older. Regular exercise is an obvious key to staying healthy, but it can also combat depression, manage and even stave off many illnesses. Join me as I learn some 55+ focused exercise tips from Allie Perkins, Messiah Lifeways Wellness Manager. Allie will touch on programs specific to older adults with tips on how to get into the exercise groove whether you are a novice or a former fitness buff. We’ll also cover recommended exercises to help reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease, hypertension, type 2 diabetes, osteoporosis, and poor balance. For more details, rates, and membership information, please visit https://www.messiahlifeways.org/lifestyle/wellness/ Contact Info: Alessandra Perkins, Wellness Manager Call: 717.591-7222 Email: aperkins@messiahlifeways.org

Over 44 million Americans serve as caregivers for older adults and those with disabilities living in the community. Caring for a loved one, aging parent or spouse can be very stressful and overwhelming. Listen and learn how to spot and avoid caregiver burnout, practice self-care, and explore solutions and resources to alleviate the burden of caregiving. Show notes: Online Caregiving Resources - www.agingcare.com, alz.org/carefinder, medicare.gov/caregivers, www.caregiving.com, www.caregiverstress.com, www.caring.com, www.caregiver.org, www.healthinaging.org, PA Dept. of Aging: www.aging.state.pa.us

Choosing the right personal care home or assisted living can be challenging. Listen in as special guest Robyn Wertz, Director of Admissions at Messiah Village, talks about overcoming some of those challenges. We also clarify some common misconceptions about personal care and assisted living, discuss the importance of planning ahead, and more. For more information or additional guidance from Robyn, call 717-790-8201. You can also visit www.MessiahLifeways.org

We talk about the book "What to do About Mama?" Expectations & Realities of Caregiving with co-author Barb Matthews. She along with Barbara Trainin Blank open their hearts and bear their souls to share their challenging, heart wrenching, and insightful journeys as caregivers. Their personal stories, along with a host of other caregiving contributors, give detailed perspective on this physical, mental, and emotional roller coaster that caregiving entails. SHOW NOTES: To purchase a copy, visit: Sunbury Press (publisher): https://www.sunburypressstore.com/What-to-Do-About-Mama-9781620061985.htm?categoryId=-1 or Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1620061988/

As much of the country looks to get back to normal, nursing homes, personal care homes, and Continuing Care Retirement Communities (CCRCs) face a different timeline and set of rules on reopening. Therefore, long-term care communities won't follow at a pace like most other businesses and industries. We are joined by Kelli Mills, VP of Operations and Kim Valvo, Exec. Dir. of Resident Communities at Messiah Lifeways to discuss the topic and our ongoing approach to fight COVID-19. For more help and guidance on COVID-19 and older adults, visit: https://www.health.pa.gov/Pages/AlertDetails.aspx https://www.pa.gov/guides/responding-to-covid-19/#PhasedReopening https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/hcp/nursing-homes-responding.html

Snowy, icy, bitter cold conditions can be hazardous for anyone, but they can be downright dangerous for older adults. So this winter, we all have to be smart when battling winter weather. Hear some great tips to help older adults stay safe this winter. Show notes: 1. Winter Safety Tips For Older Adults from HealthInAging.org https://www.healthinaging.org/tools-and-tips/winter-safety-tips-older-adults 2. Great suggestions from the National Institute on Aging to stay safe inside the home and through the entire winter https://www.nia.nih.gov/health/cold-weather-safety-older-adults

Community HealthChoices (CHC)is Pennsylvania's new mandatory Medicaid managed care program. On today’s podcast we’re talking with Jolene Cala, Vice Pres. of Health Care Finance & Insurance for The Hospital and Healthsystem Association of Pennsylvania, about how Medicaid is changing here in Pennsylvania to the new CHC format. www.HealthChoices.pa.gov Call 1-844-824-3655 or visit www.EnrollCHC.com AmeriHealth Caritas PA Health & Wellness UPMC Community HealthChoices Jolene H. Calla, Esquire, Vice President, Health Care Finance & Insurance The Hospital and Healthsystem Association of Pennsylvania www.haponline.org

There are approx. 5.8 million Americans living with Alzheimer’s and that number to projected to jump to nearly 14 million by 2050. Thankfully voluntary health organizations like the Alzheimer's Association are leading a valiant fight against the disease. Podcast guests Barb Bingham and Katie Ensell from the Greater PA Chapter talk about Alzheimer's care, support, and details about the Walk to End Alzheimer's, Sing for the Moment Choir and dementia workshop. Alzheimer’s Association Hotline 800.272.3900 & website www.alz.org/ Alzheimer’s Walk info www.alz.org/walk Alzheimer’s Walk for Central PA info https://act.alz.org/Harrisburg2019 or call Katie Ensell at 717.651.5020 ex.1791 “Dementia Conversations” Presentation at Messiah Lifeways 11/6/19, to register visit www.messiahlifeways.org/events/ or call 717.591.7225. Sing for the Moment Choir, visit www.alz.org/ and then contact your local chapter. In Central PA, call Barb Bingham at 717.651.5020 ex.1795.

Parkinson’s disease is a condition of the nervous system that affects a person’s movements. Symptoms generally develop gradually but can worsen as your condition progresses. West Shore Martial Arts Academy offers Rock Steady Boxing classes to help fight back against Parkinson's. Show Notes: https://www.westshoreacademy.com/ https://www.westshoreacademy.com/programs/rock-steady-boxing/ https://www.westshoreacademy.com/about-us/vince-vergara/ Telephone: 717-761-3527 Email: westshoreacademy@aol.com Location: 3548 Gettysburg Road, Camp Hill, PA 17011

Choosing to move to a retirement community is big decision. So knowing some of the right questions and considerations is crucial to making this life altering choice. There are lots of checklists out there to help you shop for the right one, but the Coach’s Corner podcast will focus on some particular areas of interest that you might not think to ask. If you’d like more information or advice on shopping for a CCRC, please contact Messiah Lifeways Coaching at 717.591.7225 or email coach@messiahlifeways.org. We will also share several online links to helpful articles and sites in the show notes to help you ask the right questions. http://www.55living.com/blog/5-most-important-considerations-when-choosing-a-ccrc.html https://www.forbes.com/sites/nextavenue/2014/07/23/sizing-up-a-continuing-care-retirement-community/#3440ff8315b0 https://cornwallmanor.org/not-for-profit/

Music has been a longstanding part of enrichment activity, particularly in care settings like nursing homes. But learn how a music therapy program takes this activity to the next level, especially for those with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementia diagnoses with special guest Kristyn Beeman, MT-BC, CDP from WB Music Therapy Kristyn Beeman, MT-BC Co-Manager of WBMT/Music Therapist 717.514.8160 kdwbmt@gmail.com www.wbmusictherapy.com To register for May 22 “The Power of Music Therapy,” call the Coaching office at 717.591.7225 or visit www.MessiahLifeways.org/events/ This event is open to families, team members, and other healthcare professionals. A light dinner will be served.

Knowing when and if it’s time for a loved one to move to a personal care home or assisted living residence is not easy. We’ll explore some key indicators that can help you determine if a move may be necessary, especially if you’re the primary caregiver. Plus, I’ll cover additional factors to consider to help make this choice a bit easier. Ep. 2- Personal Care Home vs. Assisted Living Residence inPA https://soundcloud.com/lifewayscoach/coachs-corner-episode-2 For more info and advice call 717.591.7225 or email coach@messiahlifeways.org.

Downsizing and getting organized can be challenge for most of us. Especially as we grow older and frailer and accumulate decades of treasures and sometimes trash. Getting help from family and friends is helpful, but sometimes calling in a professional to get the job done is necessary. Thankfully there are people like Laura Souders from Healthier Spaces Organizing. Learn more on helping older loved ones downsize, organize and purge and relocate. Show notes: www.healthierspaces.com www.healthierspacesorganizing.com Or call 717-329-9450 Buy “Organizing Her Life” on Amazon https://www.amazon.com/Organizing-Her-Life-Journey-Declutter/dp/1726661636

Talking about and pre-planning for one’s funeral, burial and death are not easy topics to discuss. But in this episode we talk with Bob Buhrig, owner and operator of Buhrig Funeral Home & Crematory, as he answers questions with grace and compassion, and offers his expert advice and insight to help understand, embrace and plan for these touchy subjects. Learn about the five critical questions your survivors want you to answer before your death, along with insight into cremation, pre-funding and veterans benefits. http://www.nfda.org (National Funeral Directors Association) https://www.buhrig.com/5-critical-questions 37 East Main Street Mechanicsburg, PA 17055 Tel: (717) 766-3421 www.buhrig.com

October is National Breast Cancer Awareness month and this podcast will focus on the Cheryl Kay Foundation, which provides care grants to those in need of non-medical home care services, in particular for those who are diagnosed with or battling breast cancer. https://www.cherylkayfoundation.org/ https://www.nationalbreastcancer.org/breast-cancer-awareness-month https://www.messiahlifeways.org/athome