About Another Word for Living - A LeadingAge Ohio Podcast
Welcome to "Another Word for Living," because aging is just another word for living! Join LeadingAge Ohio's President and CEO, Susan Wallace, as she hosts enlightening conversations on topics that matter to the aging community. From inspiring stories of older adults to heartfelt tales from those who cherish them, and essential updates for professionals in senior living, hospice, palliative care, and long-term services and supports - this podcast is your go-to source for all things related to aging.
15.A New Approach to Dementia Care: Exploring CMS’s GUIDE Program with Amy Kotterman
How can we better support people living with dementia and the families who care for them? On this episode of Another Word for Living, host Susan Wallace welcomes Amy Kotterman of United Church Homes to discuss dementia care and the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services’ (CMS) GUIDE Model. GUIDE, which stands for Guiding an Improved Dementia Experience, is a CMS initiative designed to improve the quality of life for people living with dementia while providing meaningful support to their...
27 May 2026
14.Selling the Message of Palliative Care with Marian Grant
What happens when a former beauty industry marketer discovers a mission far more meaningful than cosmetics? In this episode of Another Word for Living, host Susan Wallace talks with Marian Grant about her journey from marketing makeup with supermodels to championing palliative care — what she calls “the best product” she’s ever sold. Together, they explore why messaging matters, how language shapes public understanding of serious illness and supportive care, and the work behind the SeriousIll...
15 Jan 2026
13.Eyes on the Windshield: A Smarter Approach to Board Governance with Lynn Daly
Lynn Daly, HJ Sims executive vice president, discusses effective board governance with host Susan Wallace, emphasizing forward-thinking leadership and resource utilization in this interview.
22 Oct 2025
12.Resident Rights in Action: A Conversation with Leilani Pelletier
Susan Wallace interviews Leilani Pelletier about Ohio's Long-Term Care Ombudsman program, reflecting on advocacy during Resident Rights Month and the newly launched Ohio Residents’ Rights Council.
8 Oct 2025
11.Keeping Up the PACE in Ohio
Marcie Campbell from Buckeye PACE describes the Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly, explaining how it supports Ohio's seniors in remaining healthy and connected within their communities in this interview with Susan Wallace.
4 Sept 2025
10.Live from the 2025 Annual Conference: A Year in Review
Host Susan Wallace interviews Kristi Strawser and Rick Marshall about LeadingAge Ohio's past year and future initiatives.
21 Aug 2025
9.Medicaid Cuts & Nursing Homes: Reality or Rumor? With Bob Applebaum
Susan Wallace interviews Bob Applebaum, a researcher from Miami University, about the real impact of Medicaid cuts on nursing homes and long-term care trends.
24 Jul 2025
8.Immigration & the Aging Services Workforce: What Providers Need to Know
Host Susan Wallace interviews Amanda Mead, Director of Workforce Policy at LeadingAge, about the intersection of immigration policy and workforce development, providing insights into resources for aging services.
17 Jun 2025
Podcast Title: Navigating the Shift: Understanding PDPM with Stephanie DeWees
Stephanie DeWees explains the transition to the Patient-Driven Payment Model for nursing facility rates in an interview with Susan Wallace, offering clarity on regulatory changes.
28 May 2025
6.Walking with Christ: The Life of Sister Pat Hayden
Host Susan Wallace interviews Sister Pat Hayden about her life of resilience and leadership, from personal tragedy to serving on the frontlines of historic moments.
21 May 2025
5.96 Years Young: Jack Scott’s Journey Through Time
At 96 years young, Jack Scott—a remarkable resident at Eastern Star Home—sits down with host Susan Wallace to reflect on a notable life shaped by war, love, and purpose, as the next episode celebrating Older Americans Month. Growing up during wartime in Mt. Vernon, Ohio, Jack shares how a twist of fate (a request to pick up his friend's recent ex-girlfriend) led him to meet his beloved wife. From his time in the Air Force to his impactful career as an industrial arts teacher, Jack’s jou...
13 May 2025
4.India to Innovation: The Journey of Rohini Mulchandini
Join host Susan Wallace as she explores the remarkable life of Rohini Mulchandini—a woman whose journey spans continents, careers, and causes. Though she now calls Friendship Village of Dublin home, Rohini’s story begins in an idyllic town in India. Her pursuit of higher education in Food Technology brought her to the U.S., where she went on to have a distinguished career at Ross Labs/Abbott Nutrition. If you've ever used Similac or Ensure, you've experienced the impact of her work firsthand....
7 May 2025
3.Polio to Pediatrics: The Remarkable Journey of Dr. Bea Lampkin
Born during the Great Depression and diagnosed with polio at just 7 years old, Dr. Bea Lampkin has never let adversity slow her down. Her unstoppable spirit led her to a groundbreaking career in medicine, where she became a renowned hematologist at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital. In this inspiring episode, hear Dr. Bea’s extraordinary story of resilience, discovery, and reinvention—and find out how you can be part of her latest passion project: making music with her band!
16 Apr 2025
2.Advanced Care Directives and Palliative Care Discussion with Kelly Ebbing
Join host Susan Wallace in conversation with Kelly Ebbing, a registered nurse with Hospice of Cincinnati and HOC Navigators, and a featured speaker at the Palliative Care Summit. Together, they’ll explore the importance of advance care planning and the many ways palliative care can support patients and families. Kelly will share helpful tips on creating effective advance care directives—and even how to earn a “gold star” from your doctor. It’s a thoughtful, informative discussion you won’t wa...
27 Mar 2025
1.Karl Ulrich, United Church Homes Board Chair
Guest: Karl Ulrich, Chair, United Church Homes Board of Directors Tune in as Karl and Susan explore the vital role of advocacy and the power of unified voices, or as Karl describes it, "adding voices to the chorus." This episode dives into the importance of engaging board members in advocacy initiatives for your organization and how United Church Homes has successfully integrated this expectation into their board culture.
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Lynn Daly
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