Aging Well in KC is a community conversation about what it truly means to grow older well.
This podcast is for anyone who is aging (so… all of us), loving someone who is aging, or wanting to better support the older adults in their life.
Hosted by local in-home care leaders who believe seniors deserve more than basic care, we explore aging in place, caregiving, dementia, grief, independence, family dynamics, and planning for what comes next. We bring honest discussions, practical guidance, and real-life insight to help families approach aging with clarity, confidence, and compassion.
Around here, we lead with heart. We believe older adults deserve dignity, connection, purpose, and joy. And we believe aging well isn’t just about adding years to life — it’s about adding life to those years.
Because aging isn’t something to fear. It’s something to prepare for — together.
Aging Well Starts with Primary Care – Featuring Dr. Sarah Wiederholdt What does it really mean to age well, and how can your primary care provider help you stay healthy, active, and independent? In this episode of Aging Well in KC, we sit down with Dr. Sarah Wiederholdt, a family medicine physician, to discuss the importance of proactive healthcare as we age. From preventive screenings and managing chronic conditions to recognizing changes in our health, we explore how building a strong relat...
18 Sept 2026
More Than End-of-Life Care: Understanding Hospice
In Episode 6 of Aging Well in KC, we sit down with Calley and Remy from Gentiva Hospice to talk about a subject that can be difficult to discuss—but is so important for families to understand. We break down what hospice really is, when it may be time to consider it, and the incredible support it can provide not only to the person receiving care, but to the entire family. We also talk about some of the common misconceptions surrounding hospice and why having these conversations before a crisis...
21 Aug 2026
Quality of Life at Home: A Conversation with Dr. Lindi
In Episode 5 of Aging Well in KC, we sit down with Dr. Lindi from qualOT of life for a meaningful conversation about helping older adults stay safe, independent, and confident in the place they call home. We talk about aging in place, recognizing when a little extra support may be needed, making the home work better as needs change, and helping families navigate those changes without taking away independence. Dr. Lindi shares practical insight and a fresh perspective on what it really means t...
17 Jul 2026
Preparing for Tomorrow: A Conversation About Long-Term Care
In this episode of Aging Well in KC, we are joined by Dawn Crouch, Owner and Agent of Safe Oasis Insurance, for a conversation about the importance of planning ahead for future care needs. We discuss what long-term care insurance is, why it's often overlooked, and how having a plan in place can help provide more choices and peace of mind as we age. Dawn shares general information to help listeners better understand long-term care planning and why it's a conversation worth having before it's n...
19 Jun 2026
Aging Well Through Community Connections
In Episode 3 of Aging Well in KC, we sat down with Anne Kinney to learn more about the incredible work being done through Clay County Senior Services and the many resources available to older adults and caregivers in our community. Anne shared how Clay County Senior Services is helping seniors age safely and independently through programs that support transportation, home modifications, in-home services, caregiver support, social engagement, and so much more. We discussed the importance of pl...
15 May 2026
Different by Design: Who We Hire Matters
In this episode of Aging Well in KC, Brian and Lauren from Seniors Helping Seniors KC North and JC from Seniors Helping Seniors KC Metro South sit down with Rachel Zimmerman, Care Coordinator for KC North, to talk about one of the most important parts of quality in-home care — the people providing it. Together, they take listeners behind the scenes of the hiring process, sharing what they truly look for in a caregiver and why compassion, reliability, personality, and human connection matter f...
17 Apr 2026
Getting to Know Us!
Welcome to the very first episode of Aging Well in KC — Changing the Way Kansas City Ages. In this episode, hosts Brian and Lauren Dreis, owners of Seniors Helping Seniors KC North, and JC Pfeister, owner of Seniors Helping Seniors KC Metro South, share the heart behind what they do and why this work matters so deeply to them. You’ll get to know: Who we are — both personally and professionally How Seniors Helping Seniors came to life What makes our care model ...
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