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Today my guest is Rocky Goins. He has rich development and construction experience ranging from commercial/retail, mix-use and senior living development. After serving his country as a Naval Officer in the Civil Engineer Corps/Seabees, Rocky developed multiple grocery store (Publix, Winn-Dixie and Kash-n-Karry) retail centers. With the Rouse company, Rocky enjoyed master-planning town centers, retail construction, and was the senior project manager for the Faneuil Hall Marketplace (Boston) renovation.Rocky entered the Senior Living Industry in 2002, and advanced rapidly at Sunrise Senior Living until the recession stopped their entire development efforts. During the recession, Rocky worked with two major non-for-profit CCRC's with their development plans until he settled his family in Tulsa, OK with Senior Star/HCN to lead their expansion/renovation efforts.Community minded, Rocky volunteers in leadership positions in several charities effectively advancing their initiatives.Please join us today as we di

Please welcome Elizabeth Mills, PhD, a member of the ADDF's Aging and Alzheimer's Prevention program. She critically evaluates the scientific evidence regarding prospective therapies to promote brain health and/or prevent Alzheimer's disease, and contributes to CognitiveVitality.org.Dr. Mills came to the ADDF from the University of Michigan, where she served as the grant writing manager for a clinical laboratory specializing in neuroautoimmune diseases. She also completed a Postdoctoral fellowship at the University of Michigan, where she worked to uncover genes that could promote retina regeneration. She earned her doctorate in neuroscience at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, where she studied the role of glial cells in the optic nerve, and their contribution to neurodegeneration in glaucoma. She obtained her bachelor's degree in biology from the College of the Holy Cross. Dr. Mills has a strong passion for community outreach, and has served as program presenter with the Michig

Today, my guest is Michael Klatt, He was the president and CEO at The Lutheran Home Association, serving as their pastor for 30+ years.The Lutheran Home Association is a not-for-profit ministry dedicated to providing for the spiritual, physical, and emotional needs of people in its care. They offer a wide variety of health-care, housing, and spiritual outreach services with campuses and congregational programs serving seniors and individuals with intellectual developmental disabilities nationwide. Services include senior living, skilled nursing care, memory care, and disability services.He has stepped down after three decades of service, and now he has a new endeavor to impact the world.He helps family members with considerable wealth in the management of unique trusts. Michael continues to develop new senior housing, veteran housing, and programs for developmental disabilities.His team members describe him as "One you want in your foxhole with Trust, integrity, resilience, confidence, and tenacity to ov

Please welcome Steve LaForte, he has a 22-year career as a structured finance attorney, C-Suite Executive and Entrepreneur in the post-acute care and senior housing industries. Over that span he has had the privilege to assist some of the largest companies in those industries on growth and financing initiatives, having participated in over $10B of transactions in his career.Steve has also founded and grown 3 national companies in the post-acute care industry, providing care to over 1000 residents. Currently, Steve is Director of Strategic Operations and General Counsel for a growing Northwest post-acute care provider, Cascadia Healthcare, where, on a daily basis he is grateful to have the opportunity to further Cascadia’s mission to be “Force for Good” in providing care for over 1000 residents in 18 facilities across 4 states.Steve makes Boise, Idaho his home with his wife, Laura, also a healthcare professional, and they have 3 wonderful children, Isabella, Talia and Santo (and 2 labrador retrievers, Brunello

Please join us as we sit down with Colin Milner, CEO of the International Council on Active Aging and founder of the active-aging industry in North America. Milner is also a leading authority on the health and well-being of the older adult, and has been recognized by the World Economic Forum as one of "the most innovative and influential minds" in the world on aging-related topics.An award-winning writer, Milner has authored more than 300 articles. He has been published in such journals as Global Policy, and the Annual Review of Gerontology and Geriatrics. He also contributed a chapter to the World Economic Forum book Global Population Ageing: Peril or Promise?Milner's speeches have stimulated thousands of business and government leaders, industry professionals & older adults worldwide.Whether Fortune 500 companies or governmental organizations, Milner's efforts have inspired a broad spectrum of groups to seek his counsel, include amongst these:World Health OrganizationWorld Economic F

Please give a warm welcome to my guest Jeffrey Anderzhon, FAIA. He is Senior Planner/Design Architect for Eppstein Uhen Architects specializing in environments for the elderly. He holds a Bachelor of Architecture degree from Illinois Institute of Technology where he received the 2008 Alumni Professional Achievement Award. He is licensed as an Architect in 26 states and a member of the College of Fellows, American Institute of Architects. He is co-author of the books “Design for Aging Post Occupancy Evaluations” and “Design for Aging, International Case Studies of Building and Program,” and contributing author for the books “Managing the Long-Term Care Facility” and “In Pursuit of the Sunbeam.”Jeffrey has written numerous articles on environments for the elderly and is a frequent speaker at professional organizations, both nationally and internationally, on environments for the aging and their relationship to quality of life. He served as 2005 American Institute of Architects (AIA) Design for Aging Review Jury

Please join me today in welcoming GeroPros founder Dr. Michelle Olson, a social gerontologist and creative arts therapist. Michelle has spent over two decades working closely with older adults in eldercare settings and also with their care partners in the community. In fact, it was Michelle’s desire to empower older adults and improve their care and support those who care for them, that propelled her to obtain a PhD in gerontology leadership.As a gerontologist, Michelle recognizes that older people are all unique individuals from various walks of life with unique experiences over their lifecourse–these experiences and perceptions contribute to one’s aging process and well being.As a licensed and board-certified and registered clinician, Michelle recognizes that the emotional, mental and spiritual health needs of older adults are often not given enough attention in fast-paced, medicalized settings where daily tasks are often prioritized–and challenging conversations and emotions are pushed aside.Michelle’s min

Jeff Gronemeyer is the Director International Census Development with Meridian Senior Living. They run 23 senior living communities between US and China, one of which is in Wuhan. Jeff is here to share his experience weeks in China during the Coronavirus outbreak and how he managed to get back to his family.On Dec. 31, the government in Wuhan, China, confirmed that health authorities were treating dozens of cases. Days later, researchers in China identified a new virus that had infected dozens of people in Asia. At the time, there was no evidence that the virus was readily spread by humans.The world odometer indicates over 421,367 active cases and more than 18,810 Deaths and at least 108,388 recovered to date March 24, 2020. The World Health Organization has declared the situation a global pandemic.You can also listen to this podcast and other episodes at https://podcast.boomerliving.tv/Direct link to this audio interview: https://podcast.boomerliving.tv/insights-from-the-coronavirus-fight-in-china-with-jeff-

Scientists who study the biology of Aging agreed that we would someday be able to slow down the aging process substantially.Dr. Aubrey de Grey, Chief Science Officer at SENS Research Foundation and VP of New Technology Discovery at AgeX Therapeutics, believes that the critical biomedical technology required to eliminate aging derived debilitation and death is now within reach.In his book “Ending Aging” he and his research assistant Michael Rae described the details of this biotechnology. They explained that the aging of the human body, just like the Aging of manmade machines, results from an accumulation of various types of damage. As with manmade machines, this damage can periodically be repaired, leading to the indefinite extension of the machines fully functional lifetime just as is routinely done with classic cars.We already know what types of damage accumulate in the human body, and we are moving rapidly toward the comprehensive development of technologies to remove that damage.By demystifying aging, Dr.

Sarah Hoit is a social entrepreneur whose career has focused on strategies that impact significant issues affecting families and their communities.She co-founded Connected Living in 2007 to create a private social network that bridges the “digital divide” for millions of seniors. Connected Living provides a “high tech and high touch” way for families to connect privately, access goods and services, and enhance their quality of life.Sarah was previously Founder and CEO of Explore, Inc. It is an education company that operated programs that met the academic and social needs of every student.Sarah also served as the Director of Business Planning in the White House Office of National Service, and then as Deputy Director of “AmeriCorps.”Sarah holds a BA with Honors from Dartmouth College and an MBA from Harvard Business School (HBS), where she was awarded a public service fellowship.You can also listen to this podcast at podcast.boomerliving.tv using the link https://podcast.boomerliving.tv/connected-living-for-ba

Laurie Gunter Mantz, OTR, CADDCT, is an occupational Therapist, Educator, and Advocate who has worked in the dementia specialty of assisted living for 15+ years. She is a certified Alzheimer's Dementia Care Trainer for the last 7 years. She is Founder and CEO of Dementia Training for Life, Occupational Therapist and certified Dementia Care Practitioner, Instructor and Care Manager. By providing specialized training to healthcare providers, first responders, home care organizations and family members, individuals with dementia will lead more productive, rewarding, independent and individual centered lives.Laurie is a member of the executive board for the revision of the Rhode Island State Plan for Alzheimer's and related dementia's and is certified by the National Council of Certified Dementia Practitioners and is a member of the Leadership Council for The National Consumer Voice for Quality Long Term Care.Laurie has developed a nonprofit organization called the Rhode Island Memory Cafes; she is

Please join me today as I talk with Patricia Faust MGS, CAt, Director of Initiatives for Successful Senior Aging at Wellness Wishes Incorporated. She is a Gerontologist/Brain Health Specialist; her focus is on the health and function of the brain. As a gerontologist she understands the impact of the Baby Boomer Generation and economic and medical landscape.She has a master’s degree in gerontology and a nursing home administrators license, which allows her to understand the needs of the residents, the state and federal regulations for Long-term Care / Memory Care units. Patricia offers solutions to out-of-the-box problems and believes ultimately, it all comes back to the brain.You can also listen to this podcast on Podcast.BoomerLiving.tv at https://podcast.boomerliving.tv/indiana-town-making-changes-to-accommodate-baby-boomers-with-patricia-faust-mgs-cat/Patricia's Links:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/patricia-faust-4358037/Company website: https://www.myboomerbrain.com/Twitter: https://twitter.co

Ron Armin is a senior living real estate developer. He came to Vietnam 10 years ago and he fell in love with the country, culture, the people, and the real estate. Ron is now Managing Partner at Silvercrane Holdings. He's developing family oriented luxury senior living solutions in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City. The projects are intended for high level professionals seeking an aspirational urban lifestyle, accessible to family and friends. His project team is comprised of leading real estate professionals in Vietnam and globally over now senior residence planning expert and atop financial and legal teams in Vietnam. Ron's global experience paired with local knowledge is a key to his successful implementation of this groundbreaking concept for a luxury senior lifestyle community in Vietnam.You can also listen to this podcast episode on Podcast.BoomerLiving.tv https://podcast.boomerliving.tv/vietnam-senior-living,-senior-care,-and-healthcare-for-baby-boomers-with-ron-armon/Ron's Links:LinkedIn Profi

Bromme Hampton Cole 柯 博 明 was Vice President of Deutsche Bank, then later President of Hampton Hoerter Healthcare, a technology company focused on providing digital solutions for senior health care management.He was also the President of Care Expo - 董事长, China’s largest multinational aged-care B2B conference and trade show. Most recently he was Director of Special Programs for Chun Xuan Mao (Senior Living L'Amore), one of the largest senior health care companies in China. He migrated Quality Assessment to an online platform which allows for greater Quality Assessment efficiency tracking.He’s very committed to finding better solutions and discovering overlooked opportunities in supply chains. He wants to implement disruptive technologies to leverage advantages in eliminating systems.Please join me and Bromme, and hear him share his experiences in Southeast Asian senior living.This podcast is also available at https://podcast.boomerliving.tv/chinas-senior-care-and-senior-living-with-bromme-hampton-cole-%E6

If you are caring for a loved one with dementia (or the hundreds of forms of dementia), it is important to understand how the brain works. What is the purpose of your brain? The brain controls and coordinates actions and reactions that allow us to think and feel and enables us to have memories and feelings—all the things that make us human.Today's episode is with Dr. Paul Nussbaum Ph.D.,ABPP, President and Founder of the Brain Health Center, Inc., Clinical Neuropsychologist, and Adjunct Professor of Neurological Surgery University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. He is board certified in Clinical Psychology and Geropsychology with specialization in Neuropsychology, aging, brain health and brain health lifestyle. He maintains a private practice in Pittsburgh where he conducts independent neuropsychological exams, record reviews, depositions, and courtroom testimony.He maintains an active consulting business in Naples, Florida, which consists of serving as a face, an identity of brain health for companies

Dementia is a disease / condition that is characterized by a decline in memory, language, problem-solving, and other thinking skills. This condition will affect a person's ability to perform everyday activities such as memory loss. Is Alzheimer's the most common cause of dementia? Dementia is a very broad word and all it means is having a cognitive problem that makes one unable to carry out previous activities that can be difficulty with doing finances or calculating a tip, missing appointments, unable to drive without getting lost. Anything that changes you cognitively could do that. That could be a traumatic brain injury or a stroke could make one demented, so the word is so broad, it's almost vacuous. What most people are talking about when they talk about dementing diseases is Alzheimer's disease, so Alzheimer's disease is this specific kind of dementia like a Rose is a kind of flower. Alzheimer's is a kind of dementia. It accounts for about 80% of all dementias and we can ma

Today my guest is Nestor Eligio, AAHA, CDAL, a senior living operator for 28 years. A successful Executive Director for various Senior Living communities including Sunrise Senior living, MBK Senior living, Silverado, brook dale, and he was senior commissioner of Pasadena Summerville Senior living.Nestor has devoted his life in the senior living industry working in partnership with health care, Sales, Physician Relations, Business Management, Financial management, and Healthcare Management. We are blessed to have Nestor in thus industry with a hear to serve the elderly. Hey Nestor, Welcome and thank you for being here!

Senior housing properties are in high demand as the number of Baby Boomers entering retirement is growing daily. As the largest demographic of Americans, these Baby Boomers will be in need of care and housing supply in the decades to come. The number of Americans 65 and older will hit 79.2 million by 2035 as the Baby Boomer generation ages.This massive demographic continues to drive great demand for senior real estate properties.With Boone Nerren.

The number of Americans 65 and older will increase from 47.8 million in 2015 to 79.2 million by 2035, due to the emergence of Baby Boomers into the age of retirement. Such a vast increase only creates a greater demand for Senior Living Facilities.Please join me and Mark Myers as we talk about Baby Boomers and Senior Living Facilities from a broker's point of view.

Born in Glasgow Scotland, resides in Toronto, Ian Jones MRICS, President of BGI Group, https://bgigroup.ca/projects-1, comes with 50 Years of Real Estate Development and has Survived 5 Recessions.Now, Ian is focusing on the "Forgotten Middle" and is building Senior Living for a nonprofit."Real Estate Development is a bit like War Planning."With Ian Jones MRICSYou can follow Ian on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/ianjonesmrics/His website: https://bgigroup.ca/Ian has 50+ years in Construction and Development of large scale RE Projects - Canada and USASpecialties: Development of large scale Real Estate projects from concept to completion1) Land; 2) Planning & Design; 3) Sales & Marketing; 4) Legal & Financial; 5) Construction; 6) Asset ManagementBGI are Developers, Development Managers, Development Advisors, Project Managers, Construction Managers. https://bgigroup.ca/PODCAST appearance on BoomerLiving.tv at https://podcast.boomerliving.tv/real-estate-development-is-a-bit