There is no manual on how to prepare for aging - where to live, medical care, enjoying life. Jacqui Clark is a Certified Senior Advisor and aging expert who guides us through the complex topics of aging. Her passion is to help people age well. She and other industry experts explore senior services, living options, and memory care. She tackles tough conversations like cognitive decline, fear of change, and mobility. Everyone has a story, and from these stories, we learn about resources as well as practical ideas for everyday living, both physically and mentally. Whether it’s for yourself or your loved ones – listen and get ready for better aging.
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Driven to Care: Why Transportation is the Missing Link in Aging at Home
Episode 13
Tuesday, June 10, 2025 • Duration 47:41
In this eye-opening episode of Get Ready for Better Aging, host Jacqui Clark welcomes Christine Lee, a Certified Senior Advisor and the CEO of Casa Companion Home Care and Transport Solutions. Together, they unpack a critical—but often ignored—pillar of aging well: transportation. Christine shares her inspiring journey from founding a culturally rooted home care company to launching a transport service that empowers seniors, veterans, and adults with disabilities to stay mobile and independent.
You’ll learn why lack of transportation is a major reason older adults enter assisted living before they’re ready—and how the right support can change everything. From hospital discharges to life events like weddings, Christine and Jacqui explore the emotional and logistical impact of getting where you need to go, with dignity.
Whether you're aging in place or supporting someone who is, this episode delivers powerful insights to help you plan ahead—before a ride becomes a crisis.
Links and Resources:
Connect with Christine Lee and Casa Companion Home Care and Transportation - https://www.casacompanionhomecare.com
Links and Resources: (Jacqui Clark)
Connect with a local Aging Parent Tribe FB Group for caregiver support near you:
Aging Parent Tribe SoCal - San Diego : An Info and Support Group | Groups | Facebook-
https://www.facebook.com/groups/1300623337892805
This Is Living Well - https://www.thisislivingwell.com
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/getreadyforbetteraging
Aging Well Magazine - https://www.thisislivingwell.com/magazine
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/GetReadyforBetterAging
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Redefining Retirement: Joy, Purpose, & New Possibilities with Dr. Harry Agress, Jr.
Episode 12
Tuesday, May 27, 2025 • Duration 44:49
What if retirement isn’t the end, but the beginning of your most meaningful chapter? In this inspiring episode, Jacqui Clark welcomes Dr. Harry Agress, Jr.—physician, photographer, author, and reinvention enthusiast—to explore how retirement can be a launching pad for creativity, curiosity, and connection. Harry shares the deeply personal story behind his book Next Years, Best Years, and how simple lists of fears, loves, and curiosities led him to improv classes, children’s book illustration, and even background acting in TV shows. Together, they unpack his framework of Purpose, Passion, and Possibility and the “Four Freedoms” that make this life phase so unique.
From turning hobbies into joy (not jobs) to embracing curiosity as a compass, this conversation offers a roadmap to vibrant, self-defined living after 60. Whether you're newly retired or just planning ahead, this episode is your reminder: you’re not winding down—you’re just getting started.
Links and Resources:
Connect with Dr. Harry Agress, Jr.
His book Next Years, Best Years is available everywhere books are sold.
See his website for his upcoming events -
https://nextyearsbestyears.com
Subscribe to get your FREE chapter, worksheets, and sample resource
Links and Resources: (Jacqui Clark)
Connect with a local Aging Parent Tribe FB Group for caregiver support near you:
Aging Parent Tribe SoCal - San Diego : An Info and Support Group | Groups | Facebook-
https://www.facebook.com/groups/1300623337892805
This Is Living Well - https://www.thisislivingwell.com
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/getreadyforbetteraging
Aging Well Magazine - https://www.thisislivingwell.com/magazine
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/GetReadyforBetterAging
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Navigating the Maze: How to Tackle Long-Term Care Insurance with Advocate Linda Jahnke
Episode 2
Tuesday, January 21, 2025 • Duration 49:52
In this episode, Jacqui sits down with Linda Jahnke, a board-certified patient advocate and founder of Jahnke Consulting, who specializes in navigating complex long-term care insurance claims. With over three decades of experience, Linda shares how a life-changing event in 2010 inspired her to transition from selling policies to advocating for high-risk patients. They discuss the intricate world of long-term care insurance, covering everything from policy misunderstandings and claim denials to ongoing management challenges.
Linda explains her step-by-step process—from reviewing policy contracts and filing claims to ensuring accurate documentation and facilitating reimbursements. Given the increasing hurdles policyholders face despite years of paying premiums, Jacqui highlights how essential Linda's services are. They explore the evolving landscape of long-term care insurance, including issues related to outdated policy language and varying state regulations.
Through compelling real-life stories, Linda emphasizes the importance of having a dedicated support system and offers practical tips for those purchasing or managing long-term care insurance. Whether you're a policyholder, caregiver, or senior care professional, this insightful conversation underscores the value of perseverance, proactive advocacy, and assembling a reliable team. Tune in to learn how Linda makes a difference in a challenging industry.
Linda Jahnke, Board-Certified Patient Advocate (BCPA)
Jahnke Consulting, Inc. - www.jahnkeconsultinginc.com
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/lindajahnke
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/JahnkeConsulting
Links and Resources: (Jacqui Clark)
This Is Living Well - https://www.thisislivingwell.com
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/getreadyforbetteraging
Aging Well Magazine - https://www.thisislivingwell.com/magazine
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/GetReadyforBetterAging
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Assisted Living Options: Taking Control of Your Aging Journey
Episode 1
Tuesday, November 12, 2024 • Duration 48:37
Jacqui Clark sits down with Scott Fischer of Options For Senior Living, a seasoned nurse and thought leader with 38 years of experience in senior care and mental health. Scott’s career has
focused on supporting aging individuals, especially those with dementia. In 2000, he shifted
from nursing administration and education to becoming a leader in ethical practices in senior
living.
Scott co-founded the Professional Association of Senior Referral Specialists and, later, the
National Placement and Referral Alliance (NPRA) in 2017, advocating for best practices in
senior care. Join Jacqui and Scott as they discuss the importance of personalized guidance,
ethical practices, and building strong relationships with care communities. Scott’s compelling
stories highlight the benefits of a personalized approach over impersonal, database-driven
solutions in senior care. This episode is a must-listen for caregivers, healthcare professionals,
and anyone navigating the senior care system.
Connect with Scott Fischer, BSN:
www.optionsforseniorliving.com
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/optionsfsl
Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/OptionsForSeniorLiving
Links and Resources: (Jacqui Clark)
This Is Living Well - https://www.thisislivingwell.com
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/getreadyforbetteraging
Aging Well Magazine - https://www.thisislivingwell.com/magazine
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/GetReadyforBetterAging
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Trailer: Get Ready for Better Aging
Friday, September 13, 2024 • Duration 02:29
Jacqui Clark is a Certified Senior Advisor and aging expert who guides us through the complex topics of aging. Her passion is to help people age well. Get ready to release the dread of aging and embrace this stage of life. She and other industry experts explore senior services, living options, and memory care. She tackles tough conversations like cognitive decline, fear of change, and mobility. Everyone has a story, and from these stories, we learn about resources as well as practical ideas for everyday living, both physically and mentally. Whether it’s for yourself or your loved ones – listen and get ready for better aging. Follow so you never miss an episode.
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A Better Ending: How Death Doulas and Doctors Are Transforming End-of-Life Care
Tuesday, May 6, 2025 • Duration 49:02
What if death didn’t have to be lonely, confusing, or feared? In this powerful and deeply human episode, host Jacqui Clark welcomes Dr. Bob Uslander and death doula Lori Krause to explore a compassionate, team-based approach to dying well. Together, they reveal how the partnership between physicians and end-of-life doulas is revolutionizing care—offering emotional, spiritual, and practical support that the traditional healthcare system often misses.
From navigating dementia to honoring a loved one’s final wishes, this conversation uncovers what’s possible when people are truly seen, heard, and supported. Whether you’re a caregiver, facing loss, or simply curious, this episode offers hope, tools, and vital insights into an experience we all will face. You’ll come away with a sense of peace—and maybe even inspiration to rethink how we live and die. This is one episode you can’t afford to miss.
Links and Resources:
(Connect with Dr. Bob Uslander and Lori Krause)
https://empoweredendings.com
https://www.facebook.com/empowerendings
https://www.instagram.com/empowered_endings_
Links and Resources: (Jacqui Clark)
Connect with a local Aging Parent Tribe FB Group for caregiver support near you:
Aging Parent Tribe SoCal - San Diego : An Info and Support Group | Groups | Facebook-
https://www.facebook.com/groups/1300623337892805
This Is Living Well - https://www.thisislivingwell.com
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/getreadyforbetteraging
Aging Well Magazine - https://www.thisislivingwell.com/magazine
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/GetReadyforBetterAging
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The Long Goodbye: A Caregiver’s Love Story
Episode 10
Tuesday, April 22, 2025 • Duration 44:54
In this deeply moving episode, Jacqui Clark sits down with June, a devoted wife and caregiver, to share the emotional journey of caring for her husband, Ned, through the challenges of dementia. With raw honesty and tender humor, June recounts the heartbreak, resilience, and soul-deep love that defined their final years together. From the first forgotten memories to the last silent goodbye, her story is a powerful reminder that behind every diagnosis is a love worth honoring. This episode is a lifeline for anyone walking the path of caregiving—an intimate reflection on grief, strength, and the enduring human spirit.
Links and Resources: (Jacqui Clark)
Connect with a local Aging Parent Tribe FB Group for caregiver support near you:
Aging Parent Tribe SoCal - San Diego : An Info and Support Group | Groups | Facebook-
https://www.facebook.com/groups/1300623337892805
This Is Living Well - https://www.thisislivingwell.com
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/getreadyforbetteraging
Aging Well Magazine - https://www.thisislivingwell.com/magazine
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/GetReadyforBetterAging
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Home Rich, Cash Poor? The Truth About Reverse Mortgages
Episode 9
Tuesday, April 8, 2025 • Duration 51:34
Think reverse mortgages are a last resort or a financial trap? Think again. In this eye-opening
episode, Jacqui Clark sits down with Shanne Sleder—a Certified Reverse Mortgage
Professional and Certified Liability Advisor—to debunk the myths and break down the real deal
on one of the most misunderstood financial tools out there. From panicked adult children to
confused homeowners, misinformation runs wild. But with the right knowledge, reverse
mortgages can be a lifeline—not a loss. Learn how seniors can tap into home equity safely, use
it as a long-term retirement strategy, and even protect themselves in a disaster. Shanne shares
real-life examples, red flags to watch for, and key questions to ask before signing anything.
Whether you're planning your own retirement or helping a loved one, this conversation will
change how you think about homeownership, legacy, and financial freedom.
Because sometimes, the smartest move… is in reverse.
Connect with Shanne Sleder, Mortgage Advisor, CRMP
NMLS# 239958 / DRE# 01346265
www.SanDiegoMortgageNews.com
Facebook – www.facebook.com/ShanneSleder
LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/in/shannesleder
Links and Resources: (Jacqui Clark)
This Is Living Well - https://www.thisislivingwell.com
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/getreadyforbetteraging
Aging Well Magazine - https://www.thisislivingwell.com/magazine
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/GetReadyforBetterAging
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The Heart of Hospice & Palliative Care Work
Episode 8
Tuesday, March 18, 2025 • Duration 51:04
In this episode, host Jacqui Clark sits down with Greg Hahn of Lightbridge Hospice, a dedicated
hospice and palliative care nurse with decades of experience. As the hospice chair for the San
Diego Regional Home Care Council and a San Diego Coalition for Compassionate Care member,
Greg illuminates the crucial distinctions between hospice and palliative care, addressing
common misconceptions and fears.
Together, they discuss what hospice truly means, the role of hospice workers, and how families
can confidently navigate these services. Greg shares powerful patient stories, including a
touching tribute to veterans and hospice's impact on patients and their loved ones. He also
provides practical insights on Medicare coverage, choosing the right hospice provider, and the
importance of early intervention.
Join us for an eye-opening conversation about compassionate end-of-life care and the
incredible people who make it possible.
Connect with Greg Hahn, RN and LightBridge Hospice & Palliative Care -
https://lightbridgehospice.com/
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/LightBridgeHospice
Links and Resources: (Jacqui Clark)
This Is Living Well - https://www.thisislivingwell.com
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/getreadyforbetteraging
Aging Well Magazine - https://www.thisislivingwell.com/magazine
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/GetReadyforBetterAging
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From Farm to Fame: Molé Mama’s Flavorful Second Act
Episode 6
Tuesday, March 4, 2025 • Duration 46:21
In this episode, Jacqui Clark sits down with Diana Silva, aka Molé Mama, to explore her incredible journey from a dairy farm childhood to becoming a Silicon Valley executive, Food Network competitor, and passionate advocate for culinary storytelling. Diana shares her rich Mexican-Portuguese heritage, the deep connections created through cooking, and the importance of preserving family recipes. They dive into bold aging, embracing gray hair, navigating health challenges like AFib, and the resilience needed to reinvent oneself at any age. Diana’s story is an inspiring testament to following your passions, staying vibrant, and building a meaningful second act. Tune in for a conversation full of heart, humor, and a dash of spice!
You can find Diana at molemama.com
Diana will be at the Tucson Festival of Books on March 15th and 16th and the Los Angeles Times Festival of Books on April 26th and 27th.
Upcoming Book Events: https://www.molemama.com/events
Coming soon… You can find a YouTube video covering her whole AFib journey.
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/molemama
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mole_mama/
YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC84wlsY9xuVhRd_CkNdVdqg
Links and Resources: (Jacqui Clark)
This Is Living Well - https://www.thisislivingwell.com
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/getreadyforbetteraging
Aging Well Magazine - https://www.thisislivingwell.com/magazine
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/GetReadyforBetterAging
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