VNA helps people age with dignity and independence at home. Since 1934, VNA has responded to evolving community needs with innovative client and patient services. VNA was chartered as a nonprofit agency to address the desperate need for health care in Dallas during the Depression. Founded by two tenacious women who provided care to women and children living in the tent cities, VNA is committed to providing the highest quality care to the elderly, frail, disabled and dying. VNA's programs include Meals on Wheels in Dallas County and Hospice Care, Palliative Care and Private Care in 13 North Texas counties. With 10,000 Baby Boomers turning 65 every day, our aging population is rapidly growing. VNA services and expertise are needed now more than ever. We take pride in providing quality serious illness care and serving as a resource to the aging population and make it our mission to invest our resources into providing compassionate patient care in the communities we serve. Planning for age and illness is vitally important and often ignored by families until a crisis. With our 'Aging Well with VNA' podcast series, our goal is to help you and your loved ones understand options, know where to get help and gain tools on how to communicate your wishes. Through education and proper planning, you'll be giving yourself peace of mind and your loved ones a gift. While VNA is based in North Texas, the series should provide you with relevant information no matter where you live. If you or your loved one needs help aging with dignity, or if you wish to volunteer or donate to VNA, visit www.vnatexas.org or call 1(800)CALL-VNA. Thanks for tuning in! more

Gain practical knowledge to help you create your own 'aging in place' road map plus answers and strategies for care partners trying to navigate a health crisis.  more

Breaking through mental and physical barriers to becoming your best self, living your best life.

Radio Eye is a reading service for people who are blind or have other disabilities that make it difficult to read printed material. AARP is a weekly half-hour reading of AARP Magazine and AARP Bulletin.This is produced by Radio Eye under the Chafee Amendment to the Copyright Act which states that authorized entities that are governmental or nonprofit organizations whose primary mission is to provide copyrighted works in specialized formats to blind or disabled people. By continuing to listen, you verify you have an eligible print-reading disability. more

Senior Care Live

Not Born Yesterday is a podcast examining issues of ageism and aging. We ask the experts how to deal with the challenges and opportunities facing older Americans today and give tips and advice on staying active and involved as we age.Hosted by longtime radio producers Miriam Goodman and Lynn Winter Gross.Brought to you by NEXT Village SF, a neighborhood nonprofit providing services and support that empowers members to live independently. more

Desperately Seeking Senior living is for all the sons, daughters, grandkids, spouses and ALL caregivers who suddenly find themselves tangled in the search for senior living and care. Join us for Doable Tips or our full length Family Talk episodes where Host Valerie Lynn interviews families about their experiences searching for senior living and care. Dive deeper with our Doable Download where we include full show notes, industry definitions and bonus tips from our guests. All designed to help you take a desperate situation and make it doable. Submit your questions then subscribe so you never miss an episode! more

Are you an adult with learning disabilities (LD) or dyslexia? Do you often feel invisible in your everyday life because no one understands you? Have you been told you have LD—but don't know what that means? Do you work with, teach, or live with someone who has LD? If so, these podcasts are for you! Each episode is full of practical, free tips and tricks to challenge and inspire you. We'll share laughs, stories, and ideas that you can use today in your own life. I'm a professor who has been doing research and teaching in special education for over 30 years. Let's get started on this journey together…… more

If you are helping out an aging family member, this is the place for you! Here, you will find inspiration, tools and resources that are needed to be prepared to take care of your loved one AND yourself along this caregiving journey. Michele Magner is a family caregiver, Gerontologist, Certified Dementia Practitioner, Professor and has worked in the Senior Living Industry. She knows that everything we do today, impacts our own aging outcomes so she created the Inspired Caring Family Support & Education Program. Today is the day to be inspired!www.michelemagner.commichele@michelemagner.com more

What can blind and low vision individuals achieve when given the right support and resources? Jennifer Parrish hosts Sightless Voices: Unleashing Potential , a podcast sharing real stories and adventures from the blind and low vision community. The Lighthouse of Houston provides this support, offering job training, assistive technology, and mobility training. The podcast aims to show that blindness does not define one's potential, highlighting the vibrant lives and successes of its members. Learn more at houstonlighthouse.org . more

The Soaring Through Adversity podcast delves into the lives, experiences, and perspectives of individuals with cognitive and physical disabilities, as well as their caregivers. Through candid conversations and insightful interviews, your host Renee Breazeale provides a platform to these often unheard voices to shine, while empowering our listeners to take flight with awareness, empathy and understanding the importance of independent living solutions, fostering inclusivity and respect, and truly embodying the 'Eagle Way'. more

Aging in Style with Lori Williams is about finding the silver lining no matter what life throws at you. Whether you're a caregiver or an older adult, you can count on author and multi-award-winning senior living expert Lori Williams to provide you with education and resources on all aspects of aging. The podcast will introduce you to aging experts and inspirational seniors.Lori pulls from her experience as the caregiver for her husband Mark who is a stroke survivor, and shares how to pay for care, navigate senior housing options, advocate for your loved one's care, and most importantly, learn to thrive not just survive as you age.loriwilliams-seniorservices.com more

A podcast about resilience and perseverance, sharing untold stories of hope and rebuilding while dealing with major life interruption. This podcast is made by and for people in the process of changing their lives due to major medical issues. We'll share resources, individual stories and recommendations from professionals who work with reimaginers. This is about empowering those who often suffer in silence while living with chronic pain and/or disability. more

Welcome to Parenting Impossible, the podcast dedicated to empowering and supporting the disability community. Hosted by Annette Hines, this podcast was born out of a mission to combat the scattered and sometimes inaccurate information that parents and caregivers of disabled adult children often face.In each episode, we delve into the pressing questions and concerns that weigh on the minds of the entire special needs community including those with autism, intellectual disabilities, physical disabilities, mental health issues and more. From navigating the complexities of special needs trusts and planning for the future to addressing the fundamental question of 'How will my child be okay when I cannot do this anymore?'—we leave no stone unturned.Attorney Annette Hines is a special needs mom, author of the best-selling book Butterflies and Second Chances, national expert speaker, writer and contributor to publications, and founder of the Special Needs Law Group based In Massachusetts. She shares personal insights and her guests (parents, siblings, and experts and sometimes parents who are experts!) discuss many issues facing the special needs community including raising children with different abilities, transitioning into adulthood, sibling challenges and how to effectively navigate the complex systems in our world. We're not just here to talk; we're here to make a difference.In a society where the disabled and their caregivers are often devalued, Parenting Impossible stands as a beacon of advocacy and support dedicated to giving compassionate advice for all stages of life. Join us as we tackle the challenges, break down barriers, and strive to create a more informed and compassionate world for the disability community. Because when it comes to parenting in the face of impossibility, you're not alone—we're here with you. more

Redefining 'aging' and addressing issues that we face everyday as we get older.

In this podcast, you will get a 'real life' glimpse of my personal journey 'as it happens', including challenges, success stories, and everything in between.Therefore, my podcast is purposely recorded on my phone to capture the moment and my thoughts as it happens.My goal is to help others not endure the same mistakes I have and give light to the world of people that may only see darkness. I believe there is good in everyone and something positive in every situation. It all depends on your perspective. Enjoy… am a single mother of 5 children. 3 are biological and I adopted my niece and nephew. My nephew is special needs so he will probably be the topic of many podcasts. I have been in the restaurant industry for over 20 years and within this last year, recently got promoted to a manager.We are never too young to follow our dreams and I dont plan on stopping now. more

A podcast created by Marissa Nissley, a legally blind recent college graduate with albinism, that will change the way you think about blindness. Episodes discuss interdependence, accessibility, and disability justice. more

EPAGA U is hosted by Inga Lake and Julie Brubaker, two farm-loving, girl-moms who have been serving families with seniors and individuals with disabilities their entire lives. Tune in each week as they discuss all things caregiving, senior care, and more! more

Welcome to Always Aging Ahead, the official Aging Ahead podcast to discover and discuss topics on aging independently and safely. Our mission is to support individuals through the journey of aging, and we couldn't be more thrilled to dive into topics that may help you with your journey! more

There is a lot of talk out there about the housing affordability crisis. Often lost or forgotten in those dialogues is that for people with disabilities, most of the housing in the country is not accessible. For people with disabilities, and their families, finding suitable housing can often be one of THE major sources of anxiety and stress in their lives. And this subject is, for the most part, ignored by the mainstream media.This podcast is designed to raise awareness about all matters in the intersection of housing and accessibility. We will speak with knowledgeable experts about the challenges and issues associated with accessible housing. We will hear some success stories. We will share insights and knowledge. We will raise the level of awareness about the importance of accessibility in housing. Our goal? To share and spark new insights into creative ways to solve housing problems. And to improve the quality of the debate about housing in this country. more