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Aging in the Willamette Valley
Aging in the Willamette Valley
25 MAR 2023 · This week, Jerry Norton talks about the benefits & uses of hemp & CBD. Jerry started his wellness business to spread the healing power of hemp & to celebrate all the cannabinoids found within this amazing plant. CBD reduces inflammation, and CBD oil used with massage therapy is even more effective. CBD treatment can replace expensive medications with no negative side effects. As a hemp farmer and founder of the Oregon Industrial Hemp Farmer’s Association, he has first-hand knowledge of a rapidly growing health field. Don’t miss this show!
25 FEB 2023 · This week we talked with Julie Mendez, a Family Caregiver Support Specialist at NorthWest Senior and Disability Services. Julie discussed the Family Caregiver Support Program of NWSDS. Taking care of a family member or friend is an important job. It can also be a stressful, full-time job. The Family Caregiver Support Program is for unpaid caregivers & provides several services: caregiver training & support groups, individual counseling, access to respite care, help with finding services, and funds for minor home repairs or equipment. Julie is a wealth of information, so don’t miss this show to learn more about this great program!
18 FEB 2023 · This week we talked with Julie Mendez, a Family Caregiver Support Specialist at NorthWest Senior and Disability Services. Julie discussed the Family Caregiver Support Program of NWSDS. Taking care of a family member or friend is an important job. It can also be a stressful, full-time job. The Family Caregiver Support Program is for unpaid caregivers & provides several services: caregiver training & support groups, individual counseling, access to respite care, help with finding services, and funds for minor home repairs or equipment. Julie is a wealth of information, so don’t miss this show to learn more about this great program!
4 FEB 2023 · In this episode, Presley Reader talks with John Hughes, CSA, CAEd about medications used to treat Alzheimer’s Disease and other forms of dementia. John talks about the traditional treatments used for treating symptoms of dementia and how they don’t change the progression of the disease. He also spoke about the new medications that came to market in 2021 and early 2023. The new medications help with the severity or progression of the disease, preserving cognition for a longer period of time. Don’t miss this exciting show!
28 JAN 2023 · In this episode, Presley Reader talks with John Hughes, CSA, CAEd about medications used to treat Alzheimer’s Disease and other forms of dementia. John talks about the traditional treatments used for treating symptoms of dementia and how they don’t change the progression of the disease. He also spoke about the new medications that came to market in 2021 and early 2023. The new medications help with the severity or progression of the disease, preserving cognition for a longer period of time. Don’t miss this exciting show!
23 JAN 2023 · n this episode, Presley Reader talks with John Hughes, CSA, CAEd about Five Things Learned About Dementia in 2023. Using a list created by the Alzheimer’s Association, they delve into each item and discuss each in detail and add their own information. Topics covered include better treatments for Alzheimer's & other dementias, daily multivitamins that may help maintain cognitive abilities, American diets, racism, and hearing aids. It’s all about dementia in this show, so don't miss it!
14 JAN 2023 · In this episode, Presley Reader talks with John Hughes, CSA, CAEd about Five Things Learned About Dementia in 2022. Using a list created by the Alzheimer’s Association, they delve into each item and discuss each in detail as well as adding their own information. Topics covered include better treatments for Alzheimer's & other dementias, daily multivitamins that may help maintain cognitive abilities, American diets, racism, and hearing aids. It’s all about dementia in this show, so don't miss it!
7 JAN 2023 · This week’s guest is a Psychotherapist and Podcaster from Zestful Aging Podcast. Nicole Christina joins us to talk about eating disorders in older women. Did you know that a consistent national trend shows that eating disorders in post-menopausal women are increasing? Nicole speaks with us about this new trend and how we can address this destructive phenomenon by giving examples of people experiencing eating disorders and how they worm their way into someone’s life. She also gives tips on discussing this issue with your loved one. Don’t miss this show!
31 DEC 2022 · This week’s guest is a Psychotherapist and Podcaster from Zestful Aging Podcast. Nicole Christina joins us to talk about eating disorders in older women. Did you know that a consistent national trend shows that eating disorders in post-menopausal women are increasing? Nicole speaks with us about this new trend and how we can address this destructive phenomenon by giving examples of people experiencing eating disorders and how they worm their way into someone’s life. She also gives tips on discussing this issue with your loved one. Don’t miss this show!
25 DEC 2022 · This week, Dr. Gilbert Simas, Medical Director, and Crystal Lacey, Program Director from Willamette Valley Medical Center, discussed the Senior Behavioral Health Services. For many older adults, declining physical and mental capabilities and complicated medical problems coupled with loss and adjustment in lifestyle can be overwhelming. Geropsychiatry is a specialized area of medicine that focuses on unique physical and emotional needs. Don’t miss this show and the great information shared!
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