Research shows that in 2022, approximately 17.3% of the population was over the age of 65, which is an increase from the last few years. This number is expected to increase to 22% by the year 2050, which represents a significant increase from the year 1950, when only 8% of the population fell into this category. This Read More »
Our next guest on Senior Talk is Courtney Ergenbright with Senior’s Blue Book. Courtney is a seasoned media and marketing professional with experience in various roles and outlets. Courtney has a passion for creating programs and events to help and support the communities she calls home. She recently moved to Colorado Springs and joined Senior’s Read More »
Pneumonia is a very dangerous lung infection that causes more than a million hospitalizations and 50,000 deaths per year. Patients of any age can be impacted by this illness, but seniors are more susceptible because the immune system weakens with age and there are often other health complications present. Caring for a senior with pneumonia Read More »
Next up on Senior Talk, we are joined by Emily Snell, Caitlin Riccardino, and Nancy Giovanni with Front Range Medical Associates. Emily started Front Range Medical Associates after observing a gap in care that occurred after new changes in Medicare and how services would or would not be covered. Emily and her team provide wound Read More »
Tracey W. is our caregiver of the month. Tracey brought a depth of knowledge and experience to the team when she joined. Tracey has been able to help a variety of clients with differing needs. She is a positive person who can uplift anyone she comes across. Tracey goes above and beyond for her clients Read More »
Recovery care is a safe, effective alternative to an extended hospital stay or a rehabilitation center following an illness or surgery. This is one of the in-home senior care services offered by the team at Gentle Shepherd Home Care in Colorado Springs. It is often referred to as Comprehensive Care at Home. How Does Recovery Care Work? Recovery care Read More »
Our most recent guests on Senior Talk, Nora Miller and Ryan Gray join us from Enhabit Home Health and Hospice. Both Nora and Ryan bring extensive experience to the team at Enhabit. Regardless of the patients’ needs, Enhabit’s goal and focus is to provide the care needed for individuals to remain in their homes, where Read More »
On our latest Senior Talk, Dr. Erik Wallace with Oak Street Health once again. In this episode we dive into life expectancy statistics and how they differ based on the zip code one lives in. Dr. Wallace explains more about the social determinants of health and how your zip code is the greatest indicator of Read More »
On our latest Senior Talk, we met with Ginger Bailey with Springs Ranch Memory Care. Ginger shares her pathway from helping families with pediatric home health care needs to helping seniors and their families find the care they need. Springs Ranch Memory Care provides specialized dementia care in a community environment. This community provides personalized Read More »
Phil Stafford joined us most recently on Senior Talk! Phil has worked in various roles over the years serving seniors and helping them age in place safely and successfully. Phil formed Independent Home Living to assist Seniors staying in their homes, preventing falls with home modifications to guide and support them as they move throughout Read More »
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