Aging Together
TL;DR: for adult children of aging parents; for the sandwiched generation
Key themes: aging, caregiving, mental health, caregiver resources, long-term care
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The Aging Together Podcast explores the challenges and opportunities of caring for aging loved ones. In this podcast, I interview guests who are experts in their fields or can share their experiences with caregiving. Together with the guest speakers, I dive into a wide range of topics including health and wellness, care planning, caregiving, and more. The Aging Together Podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, and YouTube. This podcast is a product of Aging Together LLC, a private care coaching practice for family caregivers.
This podcast is hosted by Dr. Pooja A. Patel, an occupational therapist with board certification in gerontology and additional advanced certifications in dementia, fall prevention, and geriatric care. She has had the privilege of working with older adults and their families for many years and has seen first-hand the unique challenges that aging can bring. From navigating physical changes and managing chronic conditions to addressing social isolation and planning for the future, aging can be a complex and oftentimes an overwhelming process.
Together with the guest speakers, she dives into a wide range of topics including senior health and wellness, senior care planning, caregiving, and more.
This podcast is for everyone: whether you are an older adult looking to age in place, a caregiver seeking support and guidance, or simply someone interested in learning more about the aging process. Let’s navigate aging, together.
- Update frequency
- every 8 days
- Average duration
- 32 minutes
- Episodes
- 84
- Years Active
- 2023 - 2025
S3E03: Navigating Grief throughout the Caregiving Journey | Sarah Boss (Caregiver Story 2/5)
Sarah Boss is a Healer who combines Astrology with different Holistic Healing modalities to help people successfully navigate and transform through major life transitions, activate thei…
S3E02: Overcoming Family Trauma for Unexpected Caregiving | Dana Kaplan
In this episode, Dana Kaplan shares her journey through an unexpected caregiving journey and how she navigated family trauma.
About the Guest:
As a retired classroom educator, certified …
S3E01: One Daughter's Journey through Hospice & Beyond | Courtney Moore (Caregiver Story 1/5)
In this episode, Courtney Moore shares her journey through hospice in caring for her father with pancreatic cancer.
This episode is the first of ten episodes in the 2025 Caregiver Storie…
Season 3 Trailer
This trailer reflects on Season 2 and provides a sneak peek into Season 3.
S2E10: Dementia Coaching vs Skilled Therapy: How to Involve the Right Professionals for Your Family
Before we move into today’s episode, I want to express my sincere gratitude as I wrap up Season 2. This podcast show has come a long way since I first started it in January of 2023. All…
S2E09: Family Caregivers Need Care Too: A Trauma-Sensitive Guide on How to Incorporate Movement Into Your Days
If you are or will be a family caregiver, this episode is for you! Did you know that over 53 million Americans provide unpaid care to a family member, often neglecting their own health …
S2E08: Personal Finance & Long-Term Care: How & When to Open the Conversation
Did you know that 70% of Americans over 65 will need some form of long-term care? Yet, only 16% of adults have discussed long-term care with their loved ones. Money talks, but when it c…
S2E07: Planner or Procrastinator? A Guide for When to Start Preparing Your Home for Aging in Place
Are you a planner or a procrastinator when it comes to preparing your home for aging in place? Did you know that nearly 90% of seniors want to stay in their own homes as they age, but o…
S2E06: Digital Literacy & Older Adults: Navigating Social Media & Online Care Platforms
Did you know that only 60% of seniors aged 65 and older use the internet, with many struggling to navigate the complexities of social media and online care platforms? In today's hyper-c…
S2E05: Understanding Long-Term Care Options: Assisted Living vs Skilled Nursing Facilities
In this episode, Dr. Regina Asihene & I talk about assisted and skilled nursing facilities.
Dr. Asihene, MD is a highly accomplished specialist in internal medicine with a distinguished …
S2E04: Caring for Dementia: How to Navigate Health Issues & Hospitalizations
In this episode, Rachel & I talk about navigating health challenges and hospitalizations with persons living with dementia.
Rachel Wiley, MS, OTR/L, CDP is an occupational therapist and …
S2E03: Fall Recovery: A Journey from Caregiver to Entrepreneur
Steve Powell is the founder of IndeeLift, the leading manufacturer of human floor lifts that are designed to safely and comfortably lift seniors or others with mobility issues off the f…
S2E02: Hospitalizations & Self-Advocacy: How to Plan Ahead for an Unfortunate Emergency
This month we’re hearing from Dr. Monique Nugent, a practicing hospitalist and an associate director for the Division of Hospital Medicine at South Shore Hospital in Weymouth, Massachus…
S2E01: Kickstart Your 2024 Health & Wellness Goals with Dr. Maria Cristina
Dr. Maria Cristina is a health and wellness coach for women 50 years and older. She is the founder and owner of Sheehan Health & Wellness.
Her journey began at age 69 when she found her…
EP050: We did It! Season Finale: Reflections & Gratitude for Season 1
Wow, what a year! This episode is the last episode of Season 1, 2023. In this episode, I provide a broad overview of the year/season, share my gratitude, and introduce the upcoming chan…
EP049: Aging with HIV/AIDS: Insights into Health, Stigma, & Support (World AIDS Awareness Month)
December is World AIDS Awareness Month. While the face of the AIDS epidemic has evolved over the years, the challenges faced by older adults living with this condition remain significan…
EP048: How to Navigate the Holidays with Aging Relatives: Managing Culture & Tradition
December is full of holidays in our melting pot of cultures, religions, and traditions. From Thanksgiving to New Year’s Day, approximately 30 different holidays are celebrated across th…
EP047: 75 Years of Universal Human Rights: Application to Aging Communities
December is Universal Human Rights Month. Universal Human Rights Month commemorates the adoption of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) by the United Nations General Assemb…
EP046: Online Safety for Older Adults: Q&A with Sagar Pandya (National Identity Theft Prevention & Awareness Month)
December is National Identity Theft Prevention & Awareness Month. As more older adults integrate their lives into the modern online world, they’ve become easier targets for online dange…
EP045: Alzheimer's in America: The Projected Burden on Family Caregivers & Long-Term Care
“Dementia is one of the nation’s most expensive old-age health conditions and the most
time consuming for family caregivers.” - Population Reference Bureau (PRB)
November is full of celeb…