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 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 ...
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206. How seniors can protect themselves against identity theft, personal data leaks, and online scams
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Dana Mantilia realized how critical it is for people to learn about cybercriminals, identity thieves, and scammers while creating her identity protection company. Criminals often prey upon seniors in particular by playing on their emotions and loneliness, creating a sense of urgency to get them to act fast. That’s why it’s important to have convers…
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205. Stroke updates: My husband's evolving recovery and how the book is changing lives
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Order my book: https://amzn.to/3Y41CxA Today, I want to share a personal update that has been close to my heart: the journey my family and I have been on since my husband, Mark, had four strokes starting on Christmas Day, 2022. This experience has taught me so much and I feel compelled to share it with you, especially if you're caring for someone c…
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204. 7 practical tips to follow when hiring a caregiver: Replay
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So, you decided your loved one needs a caregiver…what’s next? Where do you find one? How do you choose the right fit? I'm not only a senior living expert with 17+ years of experience in the industry, but I am also the primary caregiver for my husband who is a stroke survivor. I have the perspective of helping others find the right resources while n…
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203. What Is Speech Therapy, How It Benefits Memory, And How It Can Be Paid For: Replay
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What are the benefits of speech therapy to the brain? If you have a stroke or a traumatic brain injury, you might find yourself visiting a speech-language pathologist. Depending on your injury, this professional helps with different areas of cognition and executive functioning, like decision-making and problem-solving skills. Together you’ll work t…
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202: Baby Dolls and Dementia Patients: An Unexpected Match: The Grand Baby Project: Replay
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My loved one with dementia is anxious and agitated – what can I do? It’s common for those with Alzheimer’s to have challenging behaviors – maybe they’re terrified, aggressive, or not sleeping. However, when Tonja Moon’s family gave her grandma a baby doll, everything changed. Her grandma’s mood completely changed, and the baby became her purpose. S…
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201. My 7 steps to achieve a positive mindset: Replay
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How can you train yourself to have a positive mindset? Try the 7 steps to change your mindset. Your mindset can make or break a situation. If you look for the negatives, you’ll easily find negativity. If you can find the positive in it, positivity spreads. We can’t control what happens to us, but we can choose our response – and choosing to nurture…
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200. Surrounded by Love: Live Reading of my Book's First Chapter and Taking Audience Questions
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I am beyond excited to welcome you to the 200th episode of "Aging in Style." It's incredible to think that we've come this far, and I am so grateful for your ongoing support. This episode is particularly special for me because it coincides with the launch of my new book, "Surrounded by Love: One Family’s Journey Through Stroke Recovery." I launched…
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199. A Heartfelt Conversation With My Kids: Life After Stroke
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What’s the reality of life for children of stroke victims? When someone suffers a stroke, it’s common to get the perspective of a spouse or primary caregiver. But what about children who are younger adults on the cusp of life? When my husband Mark had 4 strokes that began on Christmas Day in 2022, my children Abby and Chris saw the horror unfold an…
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198. How 18 Months of Being a Caregiver To a Stroke Survivor Changed me, Plus Book Teaser
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How does caregiving change you? Since my husband Mark had four strokes on Christmas Day in 2022, the past 18 months have profoundly changed me. This journey through hospitals, rehabs, and endless challenges pushed me to a new level of toughness I never knew I had. While I never doubted my community, I’ve been pleasantly surprised at the love I’ve r…
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197. Aphasia 101: Causes, Treatment and Strategies for Caregivers
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What is aphasia and how is it treated? Discussions around aphasia have become more mainstream as celebrities like Bruce Willis, Dick Clark and Randy Travis have struggled with the condition. Aphasia is a neurological language disorder often resulting from injury to left side of the brain due to stroke, head injury, tumors, lesions, and more. It aff…
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196. The role of local Senior Placement Service and why you need one
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You may be wondering, “Why would I ever use a senior placement service? I don’t want to leave my house.” The truth is, many of us who work for senior placement services agree: We want you to stay at home as long as possible, if that’s what you want AND if it’s safe for you to do so! If you’re no longer safe or no longer wish to be at home, the good…
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195. How seniors can stay safe and hydrated during the summer heat
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Why are seniors more likely to get dehydrated? How can they stay safe in the summer heat? Summer is here, and with triple-digit heat in Texas, this means it’s a great time to revisit senior safety. Dehydration and heat stroke are big risks for older adults, so it’s important to stay informed and know how to lower your risk. First, it’s helpful to u…
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194. LGBTQ Resources for People with Dementia and their Support Circle: Replay
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There are an estimated 2.7 million LGBTQ people over the age of 50. With Alzheimer’s projected to affect 13 million people by 2050, we can anticipate this impacting many members of the LGBTQ population. In honor of Pride Month, Megan Rowe joins me to explain how Alzheimer’s uniquely impacts this population. As the former Senior Program Manager for …
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193. Stroke Prevention 101 with medical experts from Medical City Lewisville
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How can strokes be prevented? Our beautiful brain hosts millions of cells, however, every minute that our brain goes without proper blood flow, 1.9 million brain cells die. This statistic is incredibly significant and brings home the importance of quick action when stroke symptoms appear. In this episode, I’m thrilled to have two exceptional guests…
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192. Grieving someone who's still alive, and 3 tips to better manage it: Replay
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How can I cope when I’m grieving someone who is still alive? You always hear about grief when someone has died – but what about if they’re still alive? This is a scenario commonly experienced when a loved one suffers an accident or stroke, or has been given a life-changing diagnosis such as Parkinson’s or Alzheimer’s. You grieve who they were and t…
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191. 6 Realistic Strategies To Help Caregivers Fight Burnout: Replay
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When talking to other caregivers, I found a striking similarity: Many of us felt ill-equipped after our loved ones were discharged from rehab. After my husband suffered a stroke on Christmas Day in 2022, I learned firsthand what many of my clients experience each day. Once he was released from rehab, I was given my husband’s medicine, told to insta…
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190. Mother's Day Gifts of Love for Moms who have Dementia
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Mother's Day is a special occasion to honor and celebrate the remarkable women in our lives who have lovingly served in the role of a mother figure. However, when your loved one is navigating the journey of dementia, finding the perfect gift that resonates with their unique needs and preferences becomes a heartfelt challenge. In this episode of Agi…
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189. Caregiving and family drama: Best strategies
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How can I avoid family drama when an elderly loved one needs care? Every family has its own conflicts and drama. This truth becomes more obvious when aging parents or loved ones need care due to dementia, Alzheimer’s, or other diagnoses where they require constant care. Old fights and hurt feelings resurface, siblings butt heads, and the stress of …
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188. CARFIT: The free program helping seniors stay safe behind the steering wheel
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How is CARFIT good for seniors? It’s important for everyone to be as safe as possible on the road, and CARFIT helps ensure you're in the best position to stay safe in your vehicle. I had the pleasure of welcoming Amanda Mills, RN, Trauma Program Manager with Medical City Lewisville’s to learn all about CARFIT events and how they can help the senior…
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187. Thoughts On Turning 60 And Aging Positively
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'What should I know to age well?' I just turned 60, and this has brought up a lot of thoughts. You might be surprised to hear none are negative, but that’s because I honestly feel blessed to be here. (Aging isn't a guarantee!) My life has been full of ups and downs, and many of my plans didn’t go exactly the way I wanted them to. Still, I can say i…
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186. Everything You Need to Know About Hospice
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What do I need to know about hospice? Hospice can be a scary word for people, but it’s important to understand. Karyl Thomas of Lori Williams Senior Services joins me to bring her 20+ years of expertise, including 3 years working in hospice herself. She shares 10 things you should know about hospice, many that correct common misconceptions around i…
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185. Dementia Friendly Nature Walks: A Guided Stroll in Nature with Persons Struggling with Memory Loss and Their Caregivers
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What’s a good local activity I can do with my loved one who has dementia? Isolation and stress are common issues for caregivers and their loved ones with dementia. One great solution to this? “Wellness in Nature” walks with Dementia Friendly in Denton County, Texas. To support this, the Denton County’s chapter offers nature walks in a program calle…
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184. Are Prices in Senior Housing Negotiable? 8 Insider Tips to Help You Get a Better Price
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Can I negotiate pricing in Senior Living? As an expert in the field of aging, I often come across common questions about senior housing and one that stands out is: 'Are prices in senior housing negotiable?' The answer is yes, in most cases! Research Comparable Communities When it comes to finding the right senior housing option, the key is to resea…
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183. Are Unlicensed Care Homes Legal? Scams, Red Flags, and How to Vet Licensed and Unlicensed Care Homes
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How can I find a reputable residential care home? It’s a horrible topic we don’t want to discuss, but it’s an important one: caregiver abuse. In Texas, there’s an investigation into alleged abuse occurring at residential care homes called Love and Caring for People. Police are now looking into the deaths of 13 people who have died in the care of a …
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182. Should grandma and grandpa move in with your family? Pros and Cons of this big decision
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Should I move an elderly family member in with me? Or should we look into senior living? This is a question I receive a lot. Before I dive in, it’s important to remember that every situation is different. Be sure to do what’s best for you and your family. But to gauge what’s right, I have a list of pros and cons for you to consider. Pros: · Living …
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181. 10 Ways To Keep Your Brain Sharp to Prevent Cognitive Decline: Replay
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How can I prevent cognitive decline? Try the Alzheimer Association’s 10 ways to love your brain The new year is underway, and many have begun new goals in physical fitness. Physical health is important, but an often-overlooked part of the body is our brain. Just like a workout regimen, there are everyday activities you can do to help your brain hea…
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180. Everything you need to know about Reverse Mortgages: Replay
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What should I know about reverse mortgages? True or false: If you move to a reverse mortgage, you will have to give up title to your home. False! You keep title to your home and continue to control the property, just as you would with a different type of mortgage. There’s no impact on your income taxes or credit at all, and actually, it can be a ve…
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179. Flower Mound Senior Prom: An Intergenerational Prom benefitting the YMCA
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What is the Flower Mound senior prom? We’re diving into a fun topic that I’m asked about all the time: the Senior Prom in Flower Mound. My producer Ana joins me as we discuss this successful community event. The senior prom started more than 10 years ago and was known as the ‘second time around prom’ for those who missed prom the first time around.…
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178. Can I bring my furniture to senior housing? Ask Lori
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“Can I bring furniture to senior living?” is a common concern many seniors face when transitioning to a senior community. Each location is different, but senior apartments, independent living, and assisted living communities allow you to bring furniture. If you’re moving to memory care or residential care homes, furniture is often provided or limit…
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177. The Essential Binder: Your ultimate resource to organizing your important documents!
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Why do I need an Essential Binder? It’s a godsend when families have all their information ready in case the unthinkable happens. You might remember our guest Lynne Von Villas in episode 39, “Getting organized! Creating a Binder of Essential Documents for Aging Parents.” She returns to the podcast to continue giving amazing advice on the critical i…
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176. Help! Mom isn't happy with her senior living community - what are my options?
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You’ve taken all the necessary steps to move your loved one into senior living - only to discover they don’t like it. What do you do if your loved one wants to move? As a senior living expert, I’ve seen this situation happen a few times and have tips to help: · To reduce your odds of choosing the wrong community, I recommend working with a senior p…
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175. What you need to know about being a long-term care advocate for your loved one
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Stroke recovery is a rollercoaster. It’s easy to think there’s just the stroke itself and the recovery afterward. However, we’re going to hit speed bumps. Just when I thought things were starting to get more stable, Mark got sick with a stomach virus and had a seizure on January 3rd. He was dehydrated and had a high fever, and seeing someone have a…
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174. Ask Lori: Veterans's Aid and Attendance program most frequently asked questions
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’m a veteran, can VA help me pay for senior living? You’re in luck. Did you know the VA Aid and Attendance benefit can help pay for some types of senior living? The VA has many different programs out there, so it can be a bit complicated. VA Aid and Attendance is specifically designed to help veterans who need assistance with activities of daily li…
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173. 5 reasons to use senior placement services, plus 3 determining factors to pick one: Replay
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Why should I use a senior placement service for myself or my loved one? There are 5 reasons to work with a senior placement service, and 3 things to consider when choosing the right locator service. When you’re researching senior living for yourself or a loved one, it can be a challenging and time-consuming process. Without help, you risk wasted ti…
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172. The 4 types of families we help in our senior placement service
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After 17 years in senior living, I've witnessed thousands of families navigating the emotional rollercoaster of finding the right care for their loved ones. Through it all, I’ve come to identify the 4 types of families: the deniers, the always-yes, the dysfunctional family, and the guilt-ridden family. And believe me, just about everybody fits into…
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171. How to fast-track social security disability (SSD) benefits
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Where do I go for help when applying for social security disability (SSD) benefits? If you‘re under 65 and become disabled due to a stroke or another setback that prevents you from working, you may be eligible for Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits. Today I’m sharing my experience of applying for SSD benefits for my husband, Mark, who had a …
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170. What 2023 taught me about stroke recovery, faith, and community support
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With Christmas just a few days away, it's been nearly a year since my husband Mark’s stroke. We weren't sure he'd make it, but he’s since defied the odds. Needless to say, it’s been a wild year of recovery with no shortage of curveballs! When I think about what I’ve learned this year, 4 themes come to mind: 1. The importance of my faith. Fear becam…
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169. Replay: 5 Tips for Communicating With a Loved One Diagnosed with Dementia
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What are some best practices to talk to someone with Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia? Though many people have loved ones with dementia, they don’t always know the best way to communicate with them. I often relay tips to people whose parents have dementia – and they often realize they’re not putting them into practice. My 5 tips can help you and yo…
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168: What a season of The Golden Bachelor has taught us about love, aging, and society
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What are some lessons from the reality show, The Golden Bachelor? My social media specialist Sarah Polan rejoins me to discuss "The Golden Bachelor," a spinoff of the dating reality show where a group of women compete to become engaged to a single man. In this version, the bachelor is a 72-year-old widower named Gerry Turner, a man looking for his …
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167. Ask Lori: Emelita's Closet: an update on how you can support our senior community
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What items are needed for a senior supply closet? I'm giving you an update on Emelita's Closet, which we launched back in January. Emelita's Closet is a donation closet where people donate gently used equipment for seniors, like walkers, wheelchairs, and shower chairs. We've been overwhelmed by the generosity of the community, and we're grateful fo…
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166. Ask Lori: Stepping Stones and Dementia Friendly Denton: Stepping up Community Support to Dementia Patients
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How can my community become dementia friendly? We're back with another round of Ask Lori, where I answer questions from my listeners. If you’re curious about some community dementia resources, I have two great options to discuss. One is for businesses, while the other is for caregivers and their loved ones with dementia. First is Dementia Friendly,…
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165. Ask Lori: Adapting our home to be wheelchair accessible - what worked and what didn't
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How can you adapt your home and life to caregiving? Ever since my husband Mark had a stroke over Christmas, life has been one big learning experience. I knew about common caregiving struggles secondhand from my clients, but living it has been more impactful than I could ever imagine. My podcast producer, Ana Xavier, joins me to discuss life since M…
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164. Replay: 7 Red Flags to look for During Holiday Visits with Senior Family Members
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It’s common to go home for the holidays, reconnect with parents or older relatives, and notice some worrying changes in their lifestyle or behavior. Maybe your mother is falling more often - or maybe she’s forgetting important information. Some of your concerns may have easy fixes -like a walker- while others need a more thoughtful conversation, su…
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163. Stroke recovery: 10-month update, and my new book
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How’s Mark doing after his stroke? Christmas will be here before we know it, which will make it one year since my husband Mark’s stroke. My husband of 33 years had a stroke on Christmas Day 2022 that led to a series of strokes, 4 total. These occurred on the left side of his brain, which affects the right side and communication center. As a result,…
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162. National Caregiver Month: Data and caregiver tips from The Alzheimer's Association
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What information do I need as a caregiver? November is National Family Caregivers Month. Senior Living Expert Lori Williams and Megan Rowe of the Alzheimer’s Association discuss the impact on caregivers who are caring for loved ones with dementia, Alzheimer’s disease or other conditions. Plus, they share resources to help them along in what can oft…
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161. The Grand Baby Project: Transforming the Lives of Dementia Patients
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My loved one with dementia is anxious and agitated – what can I do? It’s common for those with Alzheimer’s to have challenging behaviors – maybe they’re terrified, aggressive, or not sleeping. However, when Tonja Moon’s family gave her grandma a baby doll, everything changed. Her grandma’s mood completely changed, and the baby became her purpose. S…
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160. How the new season of the Bachelor is changing mindsets about embracing romance in our older years
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No matter your age, love is always possible. This sentiment is more front and center now than ever thanks to the new series The Golden Bachelor. This spinoff of The Bachelor is now one of the most watched premieres ever on Hulu, with tons of great feedback. This show stars Gerry (pronounced Gary) Turner, a 72-year-old widower looking for his next g…
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159. Are you at risk of falling in your home?
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What should I know about senior fall risks? One in 4 adults aged 65 and older fall each year. Not only that, but falls are the leading cause of injury death in this age group, with 800,000 patients being hospitalized each year. The most common culprits are head injuries and hip fractures, making for a scary situation. Why do seniors fall? 1. Comorb…
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158. A behind-the-scenes of Aging in Style
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How do I create my passion project? Imagine waking up to an email from your dream organization saying they’d like to collaborate. Or receiving messages on a weekly basis from your community saying how an episode of your podcast changed their life. Finally, imagine getting recognized on the street for what you love to do! Senior Living Expert Lori W…
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157. Replay: Everything you always wanted to know about Medicare
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“Does Medicare cover assisted living?” is a common question Lori Williams gets as a senior living professional. Since Medicare functions as health insurance and doesn’t cover senior living, she welcomes an expert back to the show to share what it does cover. You’ll get a simple overview of the Medicare puzzle from June Kim, a community relations sp…
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