Life Happens

By Kim Hegwood

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Kim Hegwood has met and worked with people from all walks of life. As an Elder Law Attorney, she knows all too well that many families are not prepared when "life happens." This podcast will offer you insights into different subjects you may not have considered. With knowledge comes power. Tune in every Thursday as we discuss the information you will need when "Life Happens!"

Episode Date
From Hospital to Home- The Role of Home Care
Dec 19, 2024
Caregivers, Holidays, and Dementia - How to Survive and Thrive
Dec 12, 2024
Visiting Aging Parents? Red Flags To Be Aware of That Indicate They May Need Help
Dec 05, 2024
How Can You Advocate for an Aging Parent?
Nov 28, 2024
How to Choose a Quality Nursing Home
Nov 21, 2024
When Grandma Has Dementia - Helping Children Keep Connected
Nov 14, 2024
The Future of Senior Living: Redefining Luxury and Innovation
Nov 07, 2024
Probate, Selling a Home, Senior Transitions - What You Need to Know
Oct 31, 2024
Routine and Structure for Dementia Patients and Their Caregivers?
Oct 24, 2024
Do You Have an Aging Plan?
Oct 17, 2024
Redefining Retirement – Embracing the New Age of Retirement
Oct 10, 2024
Patient Power with Patient Advocacy
Oct 03, 2024
Understanding the Dying Process
Sep 26, 2024
Dementia Diagnosis -What now?
Sep 19, 2024
Why is Medicare So Complicated?
Sep 12, 2024
Getting Someone with Dementia to Do What You Need Them to Do?
Sep 05, 2024
Let’s Talk Dementia with Carol Howell
Aug 29, 2024
What is Care Management and why do I need it?
Aug 22, 2024
De-Mystifying Hospice
Aug 15, 2024
The Truth About Caring for A Spouse with Dementia
Aug 08, 2024
Pediatric Therapy in Your Own Home
Aug 01, 2024
Myth-Busting Medicaid
Jul 25, 2024
Transforming the Mundane into Sacred: Spirituality in Caregiving for the Elderly
Jul 18, 2024
What Families Need to Know about Hospitals and Dementia Patients
Jul 11, 2024
What is a Dementia Coach?
Jul 04, 2024
A Different Kind of Pharmacy
Jun 27, 2024
Navigating Mental Health Hospitalization for You and Your Loved Ones
Jun 20, 2024
Who Cares for the Caregiver
Jun 13, 2024
Senior Placement Services - When a Move is Necessary
Jun 06, 2024
Should I Move Mom to Memory Care?
May 30, 2024
Grief Support After a Long Dementia Journey
May 23, 2024
Resources to Help When You Are Providing Care at Home
May 16, 2024
Challenging Conversations with Seniors
May 09, 2024
The Role of Coaching in Caregiving
May 02, 2024
A Digital App to Help Seniors Stay at Home
Apr 25, 2024
Caring For Dementia Until the End- Advice from A Physician
Apr 18, 2024
Dementia Friendly Cruises- Should You Take One?
Apr 11, 2024
Tackling Dementia Challenges: Teepa Snow's Insights on Managing Personality Changes
Apr 05, 2024
Strategic Brain Maintenance with Denise Medved: Ageless Grace's 10-Minute Solution
Mar 28, 2024
Should You Hire a Nurse to Navigate the Senior Care Industry?
Mar 21, 2024
Coping with Caregiver Grief in Dementia: Insights with Elaine Messarra and Kim Hegwood
Mar 15, 2024
Helping Aging Adults Cope with Life Changes
Mar 07, 2024
The Challenges and Gratification of Being a Male Caregiver: A Son’s Journey with His Mom
Feb 29, 2024
Expert Insights on Dementia Care: Brittany Bain Shares Strategies for Families
Feb 22, 2024
Tools for the 9 Most Common Forms of Dementia
Feb 15, 2024
Benefits to Rehab Therapy & Caregiver Support
Feb 08, 2024
Dementia Caregiving for Mom When She's Also Difficult and/or Abusive
Feb 01, 2024
Learn More About the CMS GUIDE Model for Dementia Care
Jan 25, 2024
Patient Advocates for Patient Safety
Jan 18, 2024
What is a Lifestyle Home Loan?
Jan 11, 2024
The Loneliness Crisis Among Older Adults
Jan 04, 2024
Who will care for me when I am old?
Dec 28, 2023
Nonprofit Offers Transportation Help for Seniors
Dec 21, 2023
Smart-sizing, Let's start the conversation
Dec 14, 2023
How Can the Digital World Help Someone with Dementia?
Dec 07, 2023
Strokes- What you need to know if you are the caregiver.
Nov 30, 2023
Long-Term Care: De-Myth-ified
Nov 23, 2023
What are companion services for seniors?
Nov 16, 2023
The Pace Paradigm: Tools and Tips for Family Caregivers on Life Happens
Nov 09, 2023
  Tapping into Home Equity: Unlocking Hidden Savings for Seniors to Stay in Their Homes
Nov 02, 2023
Why is oral health important in the elderly?
Oct 26, 2023
Challenges that LGBT Seniors Face
Oct 19, 2023
Do you know the different care options available in Texas?
Oct 12, 2023
Jumping into Caregiving Feet First
Oct 05, 2023
How Do You Find the Best Assisted Living in Houston?
Sep 28, 2023
Mother and Daughter Face Alzheimer’s Together
Sep 21, 2023
The Healing Power of Music: Unleashing Joy Through the Chemistry of Singing
Sep 14, 2023
Marriage and Dementia
Sep 07, 2023
Advocating for Your Elderly Parent or Spouse
Aug 31, 2023
Advocating for The Rights of Long-Term Care Residents
Aug 24, 2023
Your Retirement and Caregiving for Aging Parents
Aug 17, 2023
From Chaos To Calm- Parents Dementia Journey
Aug 10, 2023
Living Well With Dementia
Aug 04, 2023
The Magic of Elder Care Mediation
Jul 27, 2023
Peace of Mind Visits Because You Can’t Always Be There
Jul 20, 2023
Transitioning to Assisted Living- What A Coach Has to Say
Jul 13, 2023
Sharing is Caring- A Guide to Make and Keep Caregiving Personal
Jul 06, 2023
Caring for Mom- When Siblings Disagree
Jun 29, 2023
The Grandbaby Project
Jun 22, 2023
A Closure Ceremony- When a Senior Has to Leave Their Home
Jun 15, 2023
When is the “Right” Time to Ask for Help/Assistance? A Senior’s Perspective
Jun 08, 2023
Paying for Long Term Care Through Real Estate
Jun 01, 2023
3 Dementia Tips- Here is What Families Need To Know
May 25, 2023
Staying Home with Dementia
May 18, 2023
Polypharmacy and Our Elder Community- What You Need To Know
May 11, 2023
Making it work: How to successfully navigate home care with family caregiving involvement
May 04, 2023
Caring for Your Aging Parents While Earning a Living
Apr 27, 2023
Livable Home Solutions For An Aging Population
Apr 20, 2023
How to Prevent Hospital Readmissions
Apr 13, 2023
Combining Hands-On Care with Technology
Apr 06, 2023
People Don't Die Like in The Movies
Mar 30, 2023
Dementia and Sex, Let's Talk About It
Mar 23, 2023
How to Make Sure Aging Parents Are Well Cared For
Mar 16, 2023
Leaving Your Way- Planning for the End of Life
Mar 09, 2023
Laughter Yoga and Dementia
Mar 02, 2023
Helping Seniors Maintain Independence with Social Connections
Feb 16, 2023
Dancing With Dementia
Feb 09, 2023
Getting to the Heart of Your Health
Feb 02, 2023
Houses, Healthcare, Heirs & Planning for The Future
Jan 26, 2023
More Ways Tech Can Help Keep Seniors Safe
Jan 19, 2023
How to Tour a Memory Care Community Like an Expert
Jan 12, 2023
Keeping Our Loved Ones Safe and Sound in the Hospital: The Care Partner Project
Jan 05, 2023
What Solo-Agers Should Know
Dec 29, 2022
Why Choosing a Small Assisted Living May Be Your Best Option
Dec 22, 2022
Helping Seniors Create a Better Body
Dec 15, 2022
The Gap Between Loving and Supporting Someone with Alzheimer's
Dec 08, 2022
Having Those Difficult Discussions with Loved Ones
Dec 01, 2022
Traveling with a Family Member with Dementia - Am I Crazy?!
Nov 24, 2022
How to Promote Independence & Avoid Wandering Away
Nov 17, 2022
Should You Use a Funeral Negotiator?
Nov 10, 2022
Building a financial plan, critically important for caregivers
Nov 03, 2022
Caregiving & the Science of Aging Well
Oct 27, 2022
How 'AgeTech' is Revolutionizing Care Choices
Oct 20, 2022
Framework for the Sandwich Generation
Oct 13, 2022
Your Hearing and Your Brain Health
Oct 06, 2022
Open Enrollment Is Starting- Why Is This Important?
Sep 29, 2022
Caring for Aging Parents- When Siblings Disagree
Sep 22, 2022
Behavioral Health and Quality of Life
Sep 15, 2022
How Can I Keep Someone with Dementia Engaged?
Sep 08, 2022
Should I Move My Elderly Mom into My Home?
Sep 01, 2022
Assisted Living or Memory Care, which one is the right choice?
Aug 25, 2022
Elderly Fraud Abuse
Aug 18, 2022
Always access your medical records!
Aug 11, 2022
What is Recreational Therapy? How Does It Help Seniors?
Aug 04, 2022
Knowing When It’s Time to Consider Moving to a Care Community
Jul 28, 2022
No One Is Perfect; aka Perfection is Highly Overrated
Jul 21, 2022
Siblings Caring for a Parent with Dementia
Jul 14, 2022
A Budget Friendly Option For Great Senior Care
Jul 07, 2022
Navigating the Emergency Department With A Senior
Jun 30, 2022
How to Build Your Caregiving Team
Jun 23, 2022
It’s Okay to Laugh – finding connection and joy facing Alzheimer’s and other dementias
Jun 16, 2022
When Caregiving Calls
Jun 09, 2022
Adult Day Care as an Option for Dementia Care
Jun 02, 2022
Moving Caregivers from “I give up” to “I got this”!
May 26, 2022
Practicing Mindfulness When Caring for Someone with Dementia
May 19, 2022
Dementia and Scammers – How to Protect Someone You Love
May 12, 2022
Help! I wasn’t prepared to care for aging parents!
May 05, 2022
Medicare, Dementia and My Mom – What Do I Need to Know?
Apr 28, 2022
Mom has Dementia; Should I Just Let Her Eat Whatever She Wants?
Apr 21, 2022
I talk fine! Demystifying Speech Therapy for Adults
Apr 14, 2022
Strategies to Manage Heart and Brain Health Risks
Apr 07, 2022
Choosing the Best End Of Life Possible
Mar 31, 2022
Diabetes and Dementia
Mar 24, 2022
When Caregiving Calls
Mar 17, 2022
What is Music Therapy for Seniors?
Mar 10, 2022
Hospitalized, Now What?
Mar 03, 2022
Eat Until Your Heart’s Content – How to Enjoy a Heart-Healthy Diet
Feb 24, 2022
Preventing Pneumonia at Home
Feb 17, 2022
Differences between home care, home health, and provider services
Feb 10, 2022
Preparing a Family for End of Life
Feb 03, 2022
The Benefits of Music Therapy for Special Needs Children and How to Access Services
Jan 27, 2022
What is a Residential Care Home, and Should I Choose One?
Jan 20, 2022
Is It Time for A Move? Overwhelmed by Downsizing?
Jan 13, 2022
Understanding Benefits and Risks of Medications
Jan 06, 2022
Why do Caregivers Need Support?
Dec 30, 2021
Making it Through The “HOLI-DAZE”
Dec 23, 2021
Alzheimer’s Resources for The Holidays
Dec 16, 2021
Lost and Found in the Alzheimer’s Forest
Dec 09, 2021
Caregivers: Encouraged, Educated, Empowered
Dec 02, 2021
Hospital to Home – Tips for a stress-free transition
Nov 25, 2021
I'm Still Here! Come Find Me.
Nov 18, 2021
Preventing Financial Elder Abuse
Nov 11, 2021
What is Skills2Care? And How Can It Help Someone With Dementia?
Nov 04, 2021
A Stroke Survivor’s Journey and Life Lessons
Oct 28, 2021
Male Caregiving … Caring As a Man
Oct 21, 2021
There is nothing wrong with me! Dealing with Dementia and Anosognosia.
Oct 14, 2021
Your Medicare Questions Answered
Oct 07, 2021
The Most Underutilized Service Paid for By Medicare
Sep 30, 2021
Caring For Our Caregivers
Sep 23, 2021
Senior Housing Roadmap
Sep 16, 2021
Post Pandemic Senior Care
Sep 09, 2021
Elderly Parent Calling Multiple Times a Day? 5 Expert Tips
Sep 02, 2021
Life Happens. Death Happens. A Conversation with an End of Life Doula
Aug 26, 2021
Learn To Be Heart Smart
Aug 19, 2021
Speech Therapy – Could This Be The Solution For Your Child?
Aug 12, 2021
Solutions When You Can No Longer Drive
Aug 05, 2021
Keeping Seniors Active
Jul 29, 2021
When Is It Time To Move Someone to Memory Care?
Jul 22, 2021
Ignite Creativity with Creative Neurology
Jul 15, 2021
Parkinson’s Resources in Houston
Jul 08, 2021
Beyond Driving, with Dignity
Jul 01, 2021
Pathways to Adulthood for Youth with Disabilities
Jun 24, 2021
Should LTC Facilities Be Required to Have a Back Up Generator?
Jun 17, 2021
The Alzheimer's Association - Opening Up Post Pandemic
Jun 10, 2021
Apps To Support People With Special Needs
Jun 03, 2021
Creating Success for Your Child with a Disability
May 27, 2021
What Can A Senior Move Manager Do For Me?
May 20, 2021
A Special Plan for a Special Need
May 13, 2021
The SECURE ACT, Do You Know How it Affected You?
May 06, 2021
D-Care The Dementia Care Study
Apr 29, 2021
Protecting Your Digital Assets
Apr 22, 2021
When Do You Need To Hire A Life Care Manager?
Apr 15, 2021
Finding Joy
Apr 08, 2021
The Five Proven Ways to Help Your Brain
Apr 01, 2021
When You Need Professional Dementia Guidance
Mar 25, 2021
Is a small memory care home right for my loved one?
Mar 18, 2021
Activity and Communication for People With Dementia
Mar 11, 2021
Balancing Life, Work and Caring for Dementia
Mar 04, 2021
Tips for Managing the Guilt That Often Accompanies Caregiving
Feb 25, 2021
The 3 Different Types of Grief and Coping During This Pandemic
Feb 18, 2021
Simple Time Habits to Get More Out of Your Day
Feb 11, 2021
For This I Am Grateful, Living with Dementia
Feb 04, 2021
How Fitness Leads to Independence and Healthy Aging!
Jan 28, 2021
Food After 50: Adjusting Your Eating Habits as You Age
Jan 21, 2021
Mental Health Challenges and Solutions During this Pandemic
Jan 14, 2021
When Grandma Has Dementia- How To Talk To Kids
Jan 07, 2021
End of Life Care and COVID-19 Restrictions
Dec 31, 2020
The Dementia Roadmap- Think Differently Dementia
Dec 24, 2020
The Alzheimer's Association Continues To Provide Services During a Pandemic
Dec 17, 2020
Is Your Home Ready To Live In Forever?
Dec 10, 2020
Become an Informed Caregiver
Dec 03, 2020
Use Your Home To Stay At Home
Nov 26, 2020
Caregiving And The Holidays
Nov 19, 2020
When the Holidays reveal your aging parents need help
Nov 12, 2020
How can we raise dementia awareness in our communities?
Nov 05, 2020
CarePartners: A Free Senior Resource
Oct 29, 2020
The Power of Purpose and Planned Giving
Oct 22, 2020
Getting to Know the Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program
Oct 15, 2020
Physical and Mental Health Concerns for People Over 50
Oct 08, 2020
How coaching can help prepare for downsizing
Oct 01, 2020
Developing Caregiver Resiliency: strategies for anxiety, patience, and hope.
Sep 24, 2020
Better Brain, Better Life: Getting off the road to Alzheimer's
Sep 17, 2020
How Home Health Can Keep Seniors Safe During The COVID-19 Pandemic
Sep 10, 2020
Funerals- The Cost of Not Planning
Sep 03, 2020
Senior Scams During COVID-19 Pandemic
Aug 27, 2020
Preparing Seniors With Dementia For A Hurricane
Aug 20, 2020