Female caregivers oftentimes spend more time providing care to loved ones and may suffer financially because of it. Rebecca sits down with Amy Goyer, AARP Caregiving Expert to discuss how caregivers can best manage their finances as well as their loved one’s finances. Amy shares her personal caregiving journey, professional experience, and gives listeners steps to take to ease the financial burden as they care for their loved ones on this very first episode of MoneyTalks 50+.

Resources:
AARP.org/taxaide
AARP.org/caregivermoney
AARP.org/vmfcaregivermoney
SHIP or 877-839-2675
Study cited in interview

Connect with AARP ElderWatch at 1800-222-4444, stopfraudcolorado.gov or on Facebook.

Learn more about Amy: www.amygoyer.com and www.aarp.org/amygoyer or connect with her on Facebook, Twitter, Youtube, Instagram and LinkedIn.

MoneyTalks 50+

Episode 1: Financial Care for Caregivers

If you could meet up with one person in the afterworld, who would it be?

This SUPERHUMANS story takes us into the mind of a NASA astronomer as she explores a constellation of emotions that inform our perceived realities and connections to each other.

Listen, absorb, and explore how you see yourself in Michelle’s story.
Then share.

Trigger Warnings: sexuality, terminal illness
Emotional Themes: love, imperfection, grief, acceptance, belonging, abandonment, curiosity, caregiving, community

SUPERHUMANS is intended for mature audiences. Stories are raw and real. Do not consider this medical advice. Please consult with a health professional should you need medical attention.

STORYTELLER BIO: 
As a NASA astronomer and research scientist with a Ph.D. in astrophysics, Dr. Michelle Thaller sees the world through the lens of the stars and understands human connection as something greater than what we know on the surface. You can find her frequently on the History Channel and the Science Channel discussing deep universal truths. She is truly a cosmic wonder. 

CONNECT WITH SUPERHUMANS:
Dr. G and Pamela want to hear from you. 
Web: www.superhumans.health
Email: hello@wellplayed.health

HOW CAN I SUPPORT SUPERHUMANS?
Tell Your Friends & Share Online!
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Become a Sponsor: hello@wellplayed.health 

SHOW CREDITS:
Executive Producer & Show Co-Creator - Dr. Gautam Gulati
Senior Producer & Show Co-Creator - Pamela Rothenberg
Sound Design & Mixing - Rob Speight
Audio Engineer - Jay Wujun Yow
Community & Content Manager - Tara Bhikha
Original Theme Music Composition - Daniel Brunelle
Original Music Composition - Radha Mehta
Strategic Advisor - Mark Brand
Strategic Advisor - Courtney Holt
Strategic Advisor - Yarrow Kraner
Story Advisor - Cal Fussman
Health Advisor - Dr. Jordan Shlain

And special thanks to our creative collaborators, HATCH. Learn more at hatchexperience.org

02 "Reality Is Nothing We Can Understand" [Michelle's Story]

If unable to care for yourself, who would you choose as your guardian angel?

After a harrowing health scare, Alexandra Drane shares her SUPERHUMAN story showing us that angels exist on earth in the form of caregivers, and that we should celebrate them with the dignity and respect they deserve. 

Listen, absorb, and explore how you see yourself in Alexandra’s story.
Then share.

Trigger Warnings: cancer, meningioma, death, caregiving, glioblastoma, Diethylstilbestrol (DES)
Emotional Themes: love, hope, gratitude, positivity, determination, persistence, resiliency, ambition, joy, uncertainty, coping, adapting, support, loss, fear 

SUPERHUMANS is intended for mature audiences. Stories are raw and real. Do not consider this medical advice. Please consult with a health professional should you need medical attention.

STORYTELLER BIO:
Alexandra Drane is a big-hearted champion of caregivers. She's transformed her beliefs into business and charitable efforts as the co-founder and CEO of Rebel Health and ARCHANGELS, and as Wellness Expert for Prudential, as well as the co-founder of five boot-strapped companies, including Eliza Corporation (acquired by HMS Holdings Corp: HMSY) and Engage with Grace. No surprise, Alexandra is also a cashier-on-leave for Walmart because she believes retail is the front line of health. She has one hobby outside of her passion for revolutionizing health care, and her love of family and adventure…car racing.

CONNECT WITH SUPERHUMANS:
Dr. G and Pamela want to hear from you. 
Web: www.superhumans.health
Email: hello@wellplayed.health

HOW CAN I SUPPORT SUPERHUMANS?
Tell Your Friends & Share Online!
Subscribe & Review: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Stitcher | Google Podcasts
Become a Sponsor: hello@wellplayed.health 

SHOW CREDITS:
Executive Producer & Show Co-Creator - Dr. Gautam Gulati
Senior Producer & Show Co-Creator - Pamela Rothenberg
Sound Design & Mixing - Rob Speight
Audio Engineer - Jay Wujun Yow
Community & Content Manager - Tara Bhikha
Original Theme Music Composition - Daniel Brunelle
Original Music Composition - Radha Mehta
Strategic Advisor - Mark Brand
Strategic Advisor - Courtney Holt
Strategic Advisor - Yarrow Kraner
Story Advisor - Cal Fussman
Health Advisor - Dr. Jordan Shlain

And special thanks to our creative collaborators, HATCH. Learn more at hatchexperience.org

07 "Will You Be My Archangel?" [Alexandra’s Story]

EP3 Discover Your Ideal Avatar - When you know your ideal client is you can refine your marketing plans. After learning how to identify your ideal client, complete our avatar worksheet. By using this information maximize each blog post, outreach event or speaking engagement to reach your audience.  In fact, never miss an opportunity to strategically offer your services. 
 

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The Aging Expert Podcast

003 Business Reboot: Discover Your Ideal Avatar / Client

Every year about 790,000 Americans have a heart attack. Being prepared for an event such as a heart attack, which can strike at any moment, greatly increases the chances of survival and leads to an easier recovery. To prepare you, we’ve provided more information below about what a heart attack is, the warning signs, and easy-to-remember steps to take if a heart attack strikes you or your aging loved one.

Read more at https://www.caringvillage.com/2018/02/21/heart-attack.

What to Do During a Heart Attack

According to the Association of Suicidology (AAS), 30,000 Americans of all ages commit suicide each year. Last year suicide was the 10th leading cause of death in the United States, and more people died in the U.S. by suicide than from HIV or homicide combined. Did you know that the suicide rate is one of the highest among those who are 85 years and older, and it has been rising since 2008? These are sobering figures but what is suicidal behavior and what causes it? How can you spot suicidal warning signs and what can you do to help?

Read more at https://www.caringvillage.com/2017/10/13/signs-suicide-aging-adults/.

How to Spot the Early Warning Signs Of Suicide in Aging Adults

Sometimes, story is the best form of medicine.

Superhumans is a limited audio docu-series that takes you deep into the unspoken intersection of health & humanity. In each episode, real people reveal how our realities are connected through our shared stories.

Discover bits and pieces of yourself in the stories shared by others.

New tracks tagged #caregiving,