Desperately Seeking Senior Living – Details, episodes & analysis

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Desperately Seeking Senior Living

Valerie Lynn Borgman

Education

Frequency: 1 episode/10d. Total Eps: 171

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.

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#45
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#23

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http://www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com
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Hospice, Prayer, and Cultural Traditions with Hospice Nurse Penny - Ep 154

Episode 160

Monday, February 3, 2025 • Duration 56:37

I’m so excited to welcome Hospice Nurse Penny back to the show! In this episode we're talking about her new book Influencing Death: Reframing Dying for Better Living.

In this episode, we discuss:

11:19 Advanced Planning

15:00 Cultural Traditions & Prayer

29:05 Misconceptions About Hospice

41:53 Advocating for Hospice

44:01 Hospice & Humor

And so much more!!!

Did you miss my previous interview with Penny? Check out EP 145 for more from Hospice Nurse Penny!

Penny Hawkins Smith aka Hospice Nurse Penny is a nationally certified hospice & palliative care registered nurse with over 18 years of experience. As a social media influencer on YouTube, TikTok, Instagram and Facebook and through her new book Influencing Death, Penny is working to dispel the mysteries and myths around dying and the stigma of hospice. @hospicenursepenny

CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES

Need help finding senior living or care? BECOME A CLIENT TODAY!

We can help with your search for senior living & care wherever you live! www.clearpathsls.com

Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show?

Email us at connect@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com

www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com

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Are Assisted Living and Memory Care Communities Safe? - Ep 153

Episode 159

Monday, January 6, 2025 • Duration 24:29

All assisted living and dementia care communities have to be safe...right?

In this episode, Valerie Lynn walks you through everything you need to know about evaluating safety in senior living - from essential physical features like fall prevention and security systems to medical care and emotional well-being because senior living communities are NOT created equal. With real-life stories and practical tips, you'll learn what questions to ask, what red flags to watch for, and how to trust your instincts to make the best decision. Whether you're starting your search or actively touring communities, this episode will empower you with the tools and confidence to find a place where your loved one can not only stay safe but truly thrive. Listen in... because this episode could help you go from desperate to doable!

00:09 - SAFETY FEATURES TO LOOK FOR

06:21 - A Family Decides Their Dad Needs a Memory Care or Assisted Living

10:30 - Physical Safety

20:23 - Emotional Safety

21:43 - State Reports & Inspections

CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES

Need help finding senior living or care? BECOME A CLIENT TODAY!

We can help with your search for senior living & care wherever you live! www.clearpathsls.com

Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show?

Email us at connect@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com

When a Community Changes Its Mind About Medicaid - Ep 144

Episode 150

Monday, September 2, 2024 • Duration 15:15

You toured a few assisted living communities …you were very up front with all of them about the money situation. The community your mom chose said don’t worry! When your mom runs out of money, we’ll take Medicaid. No Problem!

Until it was a BIG problem.

I can’t believe how many times this has happened to my clients and families I’ve met over the years. How is it possible that so many families are having the same experience?

In this episode we're exploring some of these stories, discussing why it would be happening and what you can do about it.

CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES

Need help finding senior living or care? BECOME A CLIENT TODAY!

We can help with your search for senior living & care wherever you live! www.clearpathsls.com

Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show?

Email us at connect@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com

www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com

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Hit subscribe ✅ and spread the word! 📣

Listen wherever you listen to podcasts! Don’t forget to subscribe so you don’t miss an episode! THANK YOU for listening in 🎧commenting, liking 👍, telling others 📣about the show!!

www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com @desperatetodoable #desperatetodoable

Does Your Senior Living Community Accept Medicaid Later? - Ep 54

Episode 60

Monday, June 27, 2022 • Duration 07:39

What if you have some money … Enough to move into a community today… but not enough to last for years…How do you choose the right community and what happens after you move in…and then… your money runs out?

CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES

Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show?

Email us at familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com

www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com

✅ Don't forget to subscribe ✅ and spread the word! 📣

Listen wherever you listen to podcasts! Don’t forget to subscribe so you don’t miss an episode! THANK YOU for listening in 🎧commenting, liking 👍, telling others 📣about the show!!

@desperatetodoable #desperatetodoable

Has our show been helpful? Consider making a donation to help us stay on the air. Click here to donate & Thank you!

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When Someone Is Preventing the Sale of the House with Lilia Anderson - Ep 53

Episode 59

Monday, June 20, 2022 • Duration 24:21

Your mom needs more assistance and needs to sell the house to pay for it… but she doesn’t want to leave her home…or your sister doesn’t want her to sell the house…or someone else is living in the house! Over the years…we’ve heard from so many families in this situation….so what exactly are you supposed to do if someone is keeping you from selling the house?

I'm excited to welcome guest Lilia Anderson with Keller Williams Realty!

CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES

Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show?

Email us at familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com

www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com

✅ Don't forget to subscribe ✅ and spread the word! 📣

Listen wherever you listen to podcasts! Don’t forget to subscribe so you don’t miss an episode! THANK YOU for listening in 🎧commenting, liking 👍, telling others 📣about the show!!

@desperatetodoable #desperatetodoable

Has our show been helpful? Consider making a donation to help us stay on the air. Click here to donate & Thank you!

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What If You Can’t Afford Senior Living? - Ep 52

Episode 58

Monday, June 13, 2022 • Duration 10:56

Many of the families we work with are facing this exact issue! Their loved one may only be getting social security or a very small pension and neither are enough for that senior living community down the street. In this episode, we're looking at possible programs, assistance and ideas that may help.

CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES

Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show?

Email us at familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com

www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com

✅ Don't forget to subscribe ✅ and spread the word! 📣

Listen wherever you listen to podcasts! Don’t forget to subscribe so you don’t miss an episode! THANK YOU for listening in 🎧commenting, liking 👍, telling others 📣about the show!!

@desperatetodoable #desperatetodoable

Has our show been helpful? Consider making a donation to help us stay on the air. Click here to donate & Thank you!

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Overmedication, Care Transitions, and Becoming the Caregiver with Dr. DeLon Canterbury - Ep 51

Episode 57

Monday, June 6, 2022 • Duration 24:31

A couple of weeks ago we talked with Dr. DeLon Canterbury about over medication in seniors… I was really taken by Dr. DeLon’s personal story so I asked him to come back on the show…. today he shares the story of his grandmother who was over medicated in a care setting causing a very difficult journey for her and their entire family…. Listen in as Dr. DeLon Shares the inspiration for his company GeriatRX…his grandma.

CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES

Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show?

Email us at familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com

www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com

✅ Don't forget to subscribe ✅ and spread the word! 📣

Listen wherever you listen to podcasts! Don’t forget to subscribe so you don’t miss an episode! THANK YOU for listening in 🎧commenting, liking 👍, telling others 📣about the show!!

@desperatetodoable #desperatetodoable

Has our show been helpful? Consider making a donation to help us stay on the air. Click here to donate & Thank you!

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From Pets to Pot, What Not to Bring to Senior Living - EP 50

Episode 56

Monday, May 30, 2022 • Duration 11:09

Your parents really need more assistance but getting them to leave their home…their two huge dogs…cats and birds? Well that’s going to be a challenge! Sometimes the obstacles to moving into a senior living community or an adult family home....weren’t what you were expecting!

CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES

Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show?

Email us at familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com

www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com

✅ Don't forget to subscribe ✅ and spread the word! 📣

Listen wherever you listen to podcasts! Don’t forget to subscribe so you don’t miss an episode! THANK YOU for listening in 🎧commenting, liking 👍, telling others 📣about the show!!

@desperatetodoable #desperatetodoable

Has our show been helpful? Consider making a donation to help us stay on the air. Click here to donate & Thank you!

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Is Your Loved One Overmedicated? with Dr. DeLon Canterbury - Ep 49

Episode 55

Monday, May 23, 2022 • Duration 29:31

How many medications is your loved one on? 10, 20, 30? If it's more than 5 it may be too many!!! Are they experiencing new confusion? Falls? Are med reviews a quick 5 minute..."Are you still taking these meds?" If you answered yes to any of these, DON'T MISS this episode! We're talking with Dr. DeLon Canterbury with GeriatRx, a company dedicated to helping seniors reduce medications they don't need!

CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES

Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show?

Email us at familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com

www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com

✅ Don't forget to subscribe ✅ and spread the word! 📣

Listen wherever you listen to podcasts! Don’t forget to subscribe so you don’t miss an episode! THANK YOU for listening in 🎧commenting, liking 👍, telling others 📣about the show!!

@desperatetodoable #desperatetodoable

Has our show been helpful? Consider making a donation to help us stay on the air. Click here to donate & Thank you!

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Asked to Move Out of Assisted Living Due to Memory Loss - Now What? - Ep 48

Episode 54

Monday, May 16, 2022 • Duration 11:51

No one wants to get that phone call from their Assisted Living. The one where they say....."We need to talk about your Mom." Many times those living in Assisted Living may develop memory loss making it impossible to continue living in that environment. Moving is a big deal!! What can you do to help buy some time while you look for Memory Care?

CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES

Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show?

Email us at familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com

www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com

✅ Don't forget to subscribe ✅ and spread the word! 📣

Listen wherever you listen to podcasts! Don’t forget to subscribe so you don’t miss an episode! THANK YOU for listening in 🎧commenting, liking 👍, telling others 📣about the show!!

@desperatetodoable #desperatetodoable

Has our show been helpful? Consider making a donation to help us stay on the air. Click here to donate & Thank you!

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