Keen On Aging

About Keen On Aging

The cultural story about aging is outdated — and it's causing harm. The Keen On Aging Podcast offers a grounded, research-backed alternative for adults 45–80 who are rethinking identity, purpose, and what comes next. Hosted by gerontologist and author Dr. Corinne Auman, each episode features honest conversations with experts and with people who have navigated later life with intention. You'll get real stories, practical solutions, and fresh language for owning this chapter — so you can break outdated stereotypes, take on new challenges, and build a fulfilling life on your own terms.

Publisher

Dr. Corinne Auman

Category

society & culture

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

8 Jun 2026

Latest episode

12 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

19 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   12 Oct 2026

   Dementia Caregiving: Guilt, Burnout & Feeling Like You’re Failing | DR. MACIE P. SMITH

   Download my free Well-Being Checklist and get 25 actionable steps to help you thrive in this next chapter of life. - https://bit.ly/43XCD0m If you're caring for someone living with dementia, you may feel like you're failing them and failing yourself. In this episode, I talk with Dr. Macie P. Smith, a geriatric care manager, court-appointed guardian, and award-winning dementia educator with more than 25 years of experience and three bestselling books for dementia caregivers. Macie explains what respite really means, how burnout turns into compassion fatigue, and the red flags that tell you it's time to get help. We talk about why she starts families with in-home care, why moving a loved one into assisted living doesn't end your job as a caregiver, and why Black and rural communities often get dementia information too late to act on it. My favorite piece of advice: when a loved one refuses help, you may have the right message but be the wrong messenger. She also says to call a home care agency now, before you need one. Learn more about Dr. Macie P. Smith - https://drmaciesmith.com/ Learn more about Dr. Corinne Auman - Buy the Keenagers Book - https://amzn.to/4esquWm Check out my website - https://corinneauman.com/ Subscribe to my instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drcorinneauman/ CHAPTERS 00:00 Why so many dementia caregivers feel like they're failing 02:24 Guilt, resentment, and the deadly caregiving emotions 03:45 What respite is and how to actually rest 05:39 The caregiver as the invisible patient 06:54 Why many caregivers die before their loved one 08:29 The health checkups caregivers keep skipping 10:34 When family members don't call themselves caregivers 13:24 What compassion fatigue is and how it shows up 15:08 Red flags of burnout and who to call first 18:53 Signs it's time for outside help or a move 21:00 Why to connect with in-home care before you need it 22:51 Why assisted living doesn't end your caregiving role 27:19 Dementia care gaps in underserved communities 31:58 Why there's no such thing as a touch of dementia 33:26 Why people resist help and the role of grief 34:52 Right message, wrong messenger 38:43 Aging on purpose: one final message KEYWORDS dementia caregiving caregiver burnout compassion fatigue caregiver guilt respite care what is respite care caregiver self-care invisible patient caregiver health family caregiver how to know if you are a caregiver signs of caregiver burnout Area Agency on Aging geriatric care manager geriatric care management court-appointed guardian in-home care when to get in-home care when to move to assisted living assisted living loved one refuses help resistance to dementia diagnosis early signs of Alzheimer's early stage Alzheimer's treatment dementia is not normal aging Alzheimer's in the Black community rural caregiving food deserts and dementia risk MIND diet mental health stigma aging on purpose Synergy HomeCare Dementia Speaks Dr. Macie P. Smith Keen on Aging podcast Corinne Auman Keenagers

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   5 Oct 2026

   Senior Living Explained: Every Level of Care and Who It's For | JODY CLAYTON

   Independent living, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, CCRC: most families don't learn the difference until a crisis forces a fast decision. In this episode, Corinne talks with Jody Clayton, who has spent more than a decade in senior living and now works with Kisco Senior Living in Greensboro, North Carolina. Jody explains what each level of care offers, who it's right for, and how to know when it's time for the next step. He also covers the real differences between CCRCs and month-to-month rental communities, including buy-ins, waitlists, and financial vetting. Along the way, he shares stories that challenge the idea that senior living is where people go to decline, including a resident who arrived in a wheelchair and later walked again. Download my free Well-Being Checklist and get 25 actionable steps to help you thrive in this next chapter of life. - https://bit.ly/43XCD0m Learn more about Jody Clayton and Kisco Senior Living - https://www.kiscoseniorliving.com Learn more about Dr. Corinne Auman - Buy the Keenagers Book - https://amzn.to/4esquWm Check out my website - https://corinneauman.com/ Subscribe to my instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drcorinneauman/ Chapters 00:00 Why most families don't know the levels of care 01:36 How senior living evolved into today's levels of care 07:20 What independent living is and who it's for 13:25 Signs your home no longer fits your needs 15:38 Weighing the cost of staying home 22:52 What independent living does and doesn't provide 23:39 What assisted living is and who it's for 25:32 What memory care is and who it's for 30:32 When someone with dementia actually needs memory care 34:21 What a CCRC is and how it differs from a rental community 35:45 Who a CCRC is right for 38:01 What skilled nursing is and when it's time 40:49 Planning ahead for a CCRC: buy-ins and waitlists Keywords senior living senior living options independent living assisted living memory care skilled nursing continuing care retirement community CCRC CCRC vs rental community month-to-month senior living levels of care for seniors when to move to assisted living when to move to memory care dementia care early stage dementia Virtual Dementia Tour aging in place home modifications for seniors social isolation in older adults socialization and cognitive health activities of daily living ADLs fall policies in senior living home care in senior living CCRC buy-in CCRC waitlist senior housing shortage cost of senior living resident rights senior sexual health intergenerational mentoring Kisco Senior Living Greensboro senior living Jody Clayton Keen on Aging podcast Corinne Auman Keenagers

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   28 Sept 2026

   The 4 Ms of Aging Well: What to Ask at Every Doctor's Appointment | DR. STEPHANIE ROGERS

   Most of us expect later life to be a slow slide downhill, but geriatrician Dr. Stephanie Rogers of UC San Francisco says the research shows the opposite. In this episode, she explains how people can build strength, protect their thinking, and grow happier in their 60s, 70s, and 80s. You'll learn the 4Ms of good care for older adults (mobility, mentation, medications, and what matters most) and how to use them at every medical appointment. Dr. Steph also covers the reversible causes of memory problems, how to prevent falls and hospital-related decline, and why most anti-aging products are a waste of money. If you're planning your own later years or caring for a parent, this conversation gives you clear questions to ask and steps to take. Download my free Well-Being Checklist and get 25 actionable steps to help you thrive in this next chapter of life. - https://bit.ly/43XCD0m Find out if your hospital is age friendly - https://www.ihi.org/partner/initiatives/age-friendly-health-systems/recognized-health-care-sites Learn More About ⁨@AgeWellwithDrSteph⁩ - https://www.instagram.com/agewellwithdrsteph/?hl=en Learn more about Dr. Corinne Auman - Buy the Keenagers Book - https://amzn.to/4esquWm Check out my website - https://corinneauman.com/ Subscribe to my instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drcorinneauman/ Chapters 00:00 Introduction 01:45 What most people get wrong about aging after 60 02:17 Building muscle and fitness at any age 03:29 How ageism shows up in health care 05:13 Overtreatment vs. undertreatment of older adults 07:11 Quantity vs. quality of life: the best case, worst case framework 09:47 Why there's a shortage of geriatricians 12:26 Why doctors often give the wrong senior living referrals 15:12 Normal memory changes vs. warning signs 16:30 Reversible causes of memory problems: medications, hearing loss, and depression 18:16 Why a UTI shouldn't be the automatic explanation for confusion 20:12 The happiness curve and how we adapt to disability 23:01 Three priorities for aging well: movement, social connection, and knowing what matters 26:34 Retiring to something, not from something 29:13 What the anti-aging industry gets wrong 31:14 Supplements, drug interactions, and very expensive urine 32:56 Fall prevention: the many causes of falls 34:18 Why falls are more dangerous as we age 35:52 Fall training and practicing getting up off the floor 37:37 How to advocate for a loved one in the hospital 38:03 Preventing hospital delirium 39:33 Preventing muscle loss and functional decline in the hospital 42:10 Age-friendly hospitals and the 4Ms 44:12 Final takeaway: how your view of aging shapes your aging Keywords Keen on Aging, Dr. Stephanie Rogers, Age Well with Dr. Steph, geriatrician, geriatrics, UCSF geriatrics, healthy aging, aging well, positive aging, ageism in health care, 4Ms of age-friendly care, age-friendly health systems, age-friendly hospitals, mobility, mentation, medication safety, what matters most, memory loss causes, reversible dementia, pseudodementia, hearing loss and memory, Benadryl and older adults, UTI confusion elderly, delirium in older adults, hospital delirium prevention, functional decline hospital, fall prevention, fall risk seniors, hip fracture recovery, strength training over 60, muscle loss aging, social isolation and loneliness, happiness and aging, U-shaped happiness curve, adapting to disability, purpose in retirement, retirement planning, anti-aging myths, supplements for seniors, supplement drug interactions, caregiving, family caregiver tips, aging parents, care management, geriatrician shortage, Being Mortal, quality of life

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   21 Sept 2026

   OLDEST NINJA WARRIOR - Fitness doesn't stop when you retire: GINNY MACCOLL

   Ginny MacColl started lifting weights in her 60s and it took her a full year of training to earn a single pull-up. Today she is 74, her best is 17 strict pull-ups, and she holds the Guinness World Record as the oldest female ninja competitor in the world. In this episode she walks through exactly how she built upper body strength from zero, why she hired a personal trainer before touching a weight, and how she rebuilds after injuries including a shoulder tear, arthritis in her hands, and a currently broken finger. She also talks honestly about falling into the water on national television and what it took to get back on the course. Listeners will come away with practical starting points they can use at home today, no equipment required. Download my free Well-Being Checklist and get 25 actionable steps to help you thrive in this next chapter of life. - https://bit.ly/43XCD0m Learn more about Ginny MacColl - https://www.instagram.com/ginnymaccoll/?hl=en Learn more about Dr. Corinne Auman - Buy the Keenagers Book - https://amzn.to/4esquWm Check out my website - https://corinneauman.com/ Subscribe to my instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drcorinneauman/ CHAPTERS 00:00 Strength is ageless 01:16 Protecting what you have versus building something new 02:50 Watching her daughter compete and deciding to get stronger 04:10 Where she actually started with no upper body strength 06:12 A full year of training to get one pull-up 08:06 Why most people quit before six months 08:30 From 17 strict pull-ups back to zero after an injury 10:27 Walking into the gym when you are the oldest person there 11:59 Attainable goals, personal bests, and finding a buddy 15:49 What American Ninja Warrior actually is 16:47 Building obstacles in a neighbor's yard to make the submission video 20:15 The fall in Daytona and the year that followed 22:41 Season 15 and clearing the first obstacle at 71 29:45 How she gets going again after a setback 32:51 Neighborhood Ninjas and ninja playgrounds for all ages 34:20 The 90-year-old study and her next goal 38:21 Training around a shoulder tear, arthritis, and old dance injuries 43:48 Learning to fall and practicing getting up off the floor 44:31 Balance at the bathroom sink and grip work with a rubber band 45:55 Eating for your family history 49:08 You cannot do that, yet KEYWORDS strength training after 60, strength training for seniors, pull-ups after 60, Ginny MacColl, oldest female ninja competitor, Guinness World Record ninja, American Ninja Warrior senior competitor, Jessie Graf, exercise for older adults, building muscle after 60, how to start lifting weights at 65, personal trainer for seniors, aging and muscle loss, sarcopenia prevention, fall prevention for seniors, how to fall safely, getting up off the floor exercise, balance exercises for older adults, grip strength exercises, resistance band exercises for seniors, exercising with arthritis, working out with a shoulder injury, rotator cuff tear exercise, returning to exercise after injury, exercise motivation over 70, aging stereotypes, ageism in fitness, independence in aging, Mediterranean diet, heart disease family history, arterial plaque reduction diet, macular degeneration, Neighborhood Ninjas, ninja playground, home exercises no equipment, fitness accountability partner, never too old to start, Keen on Aging podcast, keenagers, Corinne Auman

5. 

   14 Sept 2026

   Your Beliefs About Aging Are Changing Your Body | DR. SARA MARGOLIN

   My guest this week is Dr. Sara Margolin, a psychology professor at SUNY Brockport who wrote a textbook on the psychology of aging. She explains the research showing that what we believe about getting older actually changes what happens to us, including our menopause symptoms and how well we do on a memory test. We also get practical about the changes that are real, like vision in your 40s, hearing, smell and taste, and what to do about each one. And Sara shares a list of free ways to keep your mind sharp that has nothing to do with an app. If you have ever caught yourself saying "I'm just getting old," this one is for you. Download my free Well-Being Checklist and get 25 actionable steps to help you thrive in this next chapter of life. - https://bit.ly/43XCD0m Learn more about Dr. Sara Margolin - https://www.instagram.com/drsaramargolin/?hl=en CHAPTERS 00:00 Teaser 01:45 Why so many of us are afraid of getting older 04:19 We used to need older adults as the wisdom keepers, then the internet arrived 07:29 The 75 plus soccer team and why "super seniors" are not outliers 09:41 The research: your beliefs about aging change your hot flashes and your memory scores 11:39 "It's just mom getting old" and how we hand our ageism to our kids 15:07 Witches, villains and the 100th day of school: what children absorb about age 19:20 Aging is about 30 percent genetics and 70 percent lifestyle 21:09 What actually changes: vision, and why it starts in your 40s 22:40 Uncorrected hearing loss, social isolation and dementia risk 26:12 Smell, taste and the 94 year old who only wanted cookie dough 31:10 Touch, thinner skin, and hydration when you no longer feel thirsty 35:20 How to answer an ageist joke without putting someone on the defensive 40:27 Do brain training apps actually work? 41:20 Book clubs, new languages and free ways to stretch your brain 47:36 The one belief about aging Sara would change Learn more about Dr. Corinne Auman Buy the Keenagers Book - https://amzn.to/4esquWm Check out my website - https://corinneauman.com/ Subscribe to my instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drcorinneauman/ KEYWORDS psychology of aging Dr. Sara Margolin ageism internalized ageism age bias aging stereotypes Becca Levy aging research expectations and aging brain health after 50 cognitive decline myths how the brain changes with age brain training apps do brain games work keeping your mind sharp memory and aging dementia prevention hearing loss and dementia untreated hearing loss hearing aids stigma sensory changes with age vision changes in your 40s loss of smell and taste in older adults nutrition for older adults hydration for seniors skin changes with aging healthy aging lifestyle genetics vs lifestyle aging positive aging aging well successful aging older adults on social media media portrayals of older adults Thursday Murder Club Grace and Frankie A Man on the Inside senior center activities lifelong learning free college classes for seniors book club brain benefits social isolation older adults you look great for your age aging myths debunked SUNY Brockport Keen on Aging podcast Corinne Auman keenagers

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   7 Sept 2026

   What Nobody Tells You About Caring For Mom And Dad | FRANCES HALL

   Nobody trains you for this. One day your mom or dad needs help, and suddenly you are the one handling the doctors, the money, the bad news, and the guilt that you are still not doing enough. Frances Hall has spent more than a decade with families in exactly that spot as the founder of ACAP, Adult Children of Aging Parents, which started as a small lunch group in 2012 and is now growing toward 18 chapters nationwide. In this conversation with Dr. Corinne Auman, she talks honestly about the guilt, the sibling fights, the isolation, and what to do when your parent refuses to discuss the future. You will walk away with real ways to take care of yourself in the middle of it, the exact conversations to have with your parents before a crisis hits, and the reassurance that it is okay to not know how to do this. Download my free Well-Being Checklist and get 25 actionable steps to help you thrive in this next chapter of life. - https://bit.ly/43XCD0m Learn more about ACAP! - https://acapcommunity.org/ CHAPTERS 00:00 The parts of caregiving nobody prepares you for 01:44 What thousands of caregiving families all say 04:34 What ACAP is 09:34 Why adult children need their own support 12:31 Guilt, the sandwich generation, and the hidden costs of caregiving 16:09 Real self-care for caregivers, 20:50 Why caregiving today is nothing like it was a generation ago 23:28 What caregivers are actually looking for 28:01 Sibling dynamics 33:10 Bringing in a neutral third party to break a family stalemate 35:36 There is no perfect caregiver and no crystal ball 40:03 The conversations to have with your parents before the crisis 43:56 What to do when your parent shuts the conversation down 46:25 Frances's biggest takeaway 48:18 Where to find ACAP Learn more about Dr. Corinne Auman Buy the Keenagers Book - https://amzn.to/4esquWm Check out my website - https://corinneauman.com/ Subscribe to my instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drcorinneauman/ KEYWORDS caring for aging parents, adult children of aging parents, ACAP, Frances Hall, Keen on Aging, Corinne Auman, family caregiving, caregiver support group, caregiver burnout, caregiver guilt, caregiver self-care, sandwich generation, aging parent conversations, talking to parents about aging, end of life conversations, advance directives, living will, MOST form, medical orders for scope of treatment, power of attorney, sibling conflict caregiving, family caregiving disagreements, care manager, elder care mediation, aging in place, dementia caregiving, long distance caregiving, caregiver isolation, caregiver stress, caregiver resources, senior services, aging parent safety, giving up driving, caregiving costs, chronic conditions aging, caregiver education, older adults, elder care planning, caregiver community, nonprofit caregiver support, aging well

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   31 Aug 2026

   PSYCHOLOGIST: Unhappy After 70? You Are Not Stuck This Way | Dr. Julie Erickson

   The Aging Psychologist Dr. Julie Erickson joins Keen on Aging to dismantle the assumption that who you are at 70 or 80 is fixed. She walks through the research showing that our capacity to change has almost nothing to do with age, that emotional well being actually improves in later life, and that the negative beliefs we absorb about aging can measurably shorten our lives. If you have ever caught yourself describing your life in the past tense, this episode gives you the evidence and the tools to stop. Learn more about Julie Erickson - https://www.instagram.com/theagingpsychologist/ Download my free Well-Being Checklist and get 25 actionable steps to help you thrive in this next chapter of life. - https://bit.ly/43XCD0m CHAPTERS 00:00 Introduction 02:15 The myth that older adults cannot change 04:57 The positivity effect: why emotions improve with age 07:52 The paradox of aging and the U curve of happiness 11:33 Intimacy and sexuality in later life 14:11 The three forms of ageism most people miss 17:36 The it is all downhill after 80 trap 19:33 How your beliefs about aging affect your health and longevity 24:29 Ageism in healthcare: missed diagnoses, overprescribing, and elderspeak 27:10 Why age discrimination at work starts at 40 31:04 Taking inventory of your own beliefs about aging 32:59 The aspirational elder exercise 36:06 Why suicide rates are highest among older men 39:47 What therapy actually looks like for older adults 44:19 How to talk with an aging loved one without an agenda 48:16 Give yourself permission to think big about your third act Learn more about Dr. Corinne Auman Buy the Keenagers Book - https://amzn.to/4esquWm Check out my website - https://corinneauman.com/ Subscribe to my instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drcorinneauman/ KEYWORDS ageism, internalized ageism, benevolent ageism, structural ageism, aging psychologist, Julie Erickson, Keen on Aging podcast, geropsychology, geriatric mental health, therapy for older adults, psychotherapy and aging, can older adults change, aging stereotypes, positivity effect, negativity bias, emotional regulation and aging, paradox of aging, U curve of happiness, life satisfaction in later life, socioemotional selectivity theory, Laura Carstensen, Becca Levy, beliefs about aging and longevity, attitudes to aging questionnaire, aspirational elder exercise, intergenerational relationships, age segregation, older adults and intimacy, sexuality in later life, elderspeak, age discrimination in the workplace, older workers, ADEA age 40, anti aging industry, older adult consumers, suicide in older men, perceived burdensomeness, mental health literacy, mental health stigma older adults, caregiver communication, talking to aging parents, assisted living conversation, retirement transition, healthy aging, third act of life, aging well, positive aging

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   24 Aug 2026

   The Home Mistake That Forces Seniors to Move | LAURA REDD

   Download my free Well-Being Checklist and get 25 actionable steps to help you thrive in this next chapter of life. - https://bit.ly/43XCD0m Getting older changes how you use your home, usually before you notice it happening. Interior designer Laura Redd joins Keen on Aging to help you see your own space differently. She makes the case for thinking about your home at 60 instead of scrambling at 80, when your options shrink and everything costs more. Along the way she covers the small upgrades that pay off, the mistakes DIYers make, and how to start downsizing without it feeling overwhelming. If you want to stay in your home as long as possible, this is a good place to start. Learn more about Laura Redd - https://www.reddinteriors.com/ CHAPTERS 00:00 Why we do not see our own homes clearly 01:42 The biggest myth about designing for older adults 03:25 Aging in place at 60: what to assess first 04:57 Why waiting costs you more money and fewer options 09:29 Two real remodels: the mobile island and the stroke 11:59 The highest impact upgrades: lighting, surfaces, and paint 14:00 Buying furniture that ages with you 18:24 The DIY mistake almost everyone makes 20:20 Narrow doorways, stairs, and the elevator option 24:16 Downsizing: where to actually start 29:34 Making a small room feel like home 31:31 Kitchen and bath cabinets that come to you 37:21 Grab bars that do not look like grab bars 41:37 The one thing not to put off Learn more about Dr. Corinne Auman Buy the Keenagers Book - https://amzn.to/4esquWm Check out my website - https://corinneauman.com/ Subscribe to my instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drcorinneauman/ KEYWORDS aging in place aging in place home modifications age friendly home design senior home renovation accessible home design universal design for seniors staying in your home as you age downsizing tips for seniors how to downsize before moving continuing care retirement community assisted living apartment decorating interior design for older adults bathroom remodel for accessibility wheelchair accessible bathroom zero entry shower stylish grab bars grab bar blocking behind walls wide doorways for walkers home lighting for aging eyes performance fabric furniture durable furniture for seniors chairs with arms for seniors pull down cabinet shelving roll out cabinet trays kitchen remodel cost for accessibility planning ahead for aging parents decluttering before downsizing home safety for older adults caregiver friendly home design Keen on Aging podcast

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   17 Aug 2026

   Our Cities Are Failing Older Adults | MARK HENSLEY

   Is your town actually built for you to grow old in it? Probably not, and Mark Hensley of AARP North Carolina says that is exactly why so many older adults lose their independence years before they have to. He and Dr. Corinne Auman get into the small, inexpensive stuff that makes an enormous difference, things like sidewalks, better lighting, grab bars, and a free home safety guide you can download today. Mark also tells the story of the day his husband fell off a step stool and their townhouse suddenly became unlivable, which is a good reminder that most of us are one accident away from needing all of this. It is a practical, honest conversation about aging in your own home and pushing your community to catch up. Download my free Well-Being Checklist and get 25 actionable steps to help you thrive in this next chapter of life. - https://bit.ly/43XCD0m Learn more about AARP - https://www.aarp.org/ CHAPTERS 00:00 Nobody has ever done this before 02:24 The hidden cost of the town you live in 03:55 The cheapest fix almost no one talks about 07:31 The first thing to let older adults down 10:31 What Europe already figured out 15:39 The paperwork that opens every locked door 18:44 Hundreds of buses, sitting still 22:50 Small changes that keep you in your home 28:28 One fall away 33:52 We do this for kids, but not for elders 36:35 The conversation nobody wants to start 45:54 Assets, not a drain 49:04 The four kinds of people Learn more about Dr. Corinne Auman Buy the Keenagers Book - https://amzn.to/4esquWm Check out my website - https://corinneauman.com/ Subscribe to my instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drcorinneauman/ KEYWORDS age friendly communities aging in place AARP North Carolina Mark Hensley AARP walk audit guide sidewalk safety for older adults older adult transportation options rural transportation for seniors 8 80 cities dementia friendly communities family caregiving support caregiver respite programs power of attorney for aging parents advance directives living will and health care planning home modifications for seniors grab bars and fall prevention aging in place home safety assessment social isolation in older adults aging policy and advocacy intergenerational community planning affordable housing for older adults long term care planning talking to aging parents about safety adult children caregiving conversations shared decision making with older adults telehealth for older adults AARP HomeFit guide caregiver burnout Rosalynn Carter caregiving Keen On Aging podcast Dr. Corinne Auman aging with dignity and independence

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    10 Aug 2026

    If Life Changed Today, Would Your Family Know Your Wishes? | GEORGE FULLER

    In this episode, Dr. Corinne Auman sits down with George Fuller, founder of Fuller Life Navigating and author of Life Compass Living, who served as lead caregiver for all four of his and his wife's parents through the end of life and learned that most of the crises we dread are actually predictable. George calls these predictable transitions life quakes, and he shows keenagers how a plan and the right conversations can soften nearly every one of them. You will learn his simple framework of facts, power, and ability, why hope is not a plan, and how to build a family of choice you can genuinely count on. George also opens up about honoring his father's wishes through Alzheimer's, why relationships matter more than money, and how every small step toward planning leaves you better off. It is an honest, practical, and reassuring conversation about showing up for the people you love before a crisis forces the question. Download my free Well-Being Checklist and get 25 actionable steps to help you thrive in this next chapter of life. - https://bit.ly/43XCD0m Learn more about George Fuller - https://www.fullerlifenavigating.com/about Buy George's Book - https://www.amazon.com/dp/1952421098?lv=shuf&channelId=500&plpRedirect=mhFallback CHAPTERS 00:47 Meet George Fuller: caring for four parents through the end of life 03:45 Life quakes: the predictable crises we fail to prepare for 06:59 The three big life quakes: health, finances, and relationships 10:18 Facts, power, and ability: a framework for planning together 11:57 Why we avoid the conversation: growing up in a world that no longer exists 15:38 How to start when the conversation feels hard 18:30 Building a family of choice 28:36 The Life Compass: person, people, and place 35:12 What actually makes a good life 38:17 Beyond estate planning: put relationships first 42:19 Naming what you want: quality of life and a role in your own dying 47:11 Hope is not a plan: why every small step leaves you better off 51:11 Where to find George Learn more about Dr. Corinne Auman Buy the Keenagers Book - https://amzn.to/4esquWm Check out my website - https://corinneauman.com/ Subscribe to my instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drcorinneauman/ KEYWORDS aging, aging well, healthy aging, later life planning, end of life planning, advance directives, advance care planning, healthcare power of attorney, caregiving, family caregiver, caregiver support, caring for aging parents, life quakes, George Fuller, Fuller Life Navigating, Life Compass Living, family of choice, chosen family, aging in place, retirement planning, estate planning alternatives, quality of life, role in dying, Being Mortal, Atul Gawande, dementia care, Alzheimers caregiving, having the conversation, multigenerational support, purpose in later life, planning for the future, senior living, life transitions, Keen On Aging, Dr. Corinne Auman, keenagers

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    3 Aug 2026

    Why Telling the Truth Can Make Dementia Worse | TEEPA SNOW

    Dementia is far more than memory loss, and this conversation with renowned dementia care expert Teepa Snow gives keenagers a practical roadmap for moving from fear and frustration to real connection. Teepa breaks down the difference between typical aging and dementia, explains why behaviors are signals of unmet needs, and shares her signature techniques for communicating through visual cues instead of words. Whether dementia has already touched your family or you simply want to be prepared, this episode delivers tools you can put to work today. Download my free Well-Being Checklist and get 25 actionable steps to help you thrive in this next chapter of life. - https://bit.ly/43XCD0m Learn more about Teepa Snow - Teepa Snow - https://teepasnow.com/ Teepa's Podcast - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSXrEX7LkWOmfTaV6u1C7wQ CHAPTERS 00:00 From fear and frustration to real connection 02:04 Why dementia is more than memory loss 03:21 Typical aging versus dementia 05:36 The hardest stage: when nothing seems wrong yet 07:36 Raising concerns without starting a fight 11:06 The art of acceptable truth, honesty without lying 15:03 Behaviors are signals of unmet needs 21:48 Why screening and diagnosis really matter 23:15 Reconnecting with a loved one: expect less, celebrate more 27:53 The biggest misconceptions and the power of visual cues 33:18 Caregiver versus care partner 36:24 Building a backup person and asking for help 40:22 Hiring an outside caregiver: what to look for 43:26 Starting palliative support early and making room for joy 49:19 Where to learn more from Teepa Snow Learn more about Dr. Corinne Auman Buy the Keenagers Book - https://amzn.to/4esquWm Check out my website - https://corinneauman.com/ Subscribe to my instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drcorinneauman/ KEYWORDS dementia care, Teepa Snow, Positive Approach to Care, dementia caregiver support, care partner, dementia communication, visual cues for dementia, typical aging versus dementia, early stage dementia, Alzheimer's disease, types of dementia, Lewy body dementia, frontotemporal dementia, vascular dementia, mixed dementia, dementia diagnosis, dementia screening, caregiver burnout, caregiver self care, hand under hand technique, dementia behaviors, unmet needs, palliative care and dementia, aging in place, gerontology, Keen On Aging, elder care, memory loss, cognitive decline, family caregiving, dementia support for families, respite care, hiring a caregiver, dementia driving conversation

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    27 Jul 2026

    It's Never Too Late to Take Control of Your Money | DEBRA MORRISON

    Download my free Well-Being Checklist and get 25 actionable steps to help you thrive in this next chapter of life. - https://bit.ly/43XCD0m Most of us were raised to let someone else handle the money, and then one day we have to figure it out ourselves, usually with no training and a lot of fear. Debra Morrison spent 42 years as a financial planner, and her big message is simple: money is just a tool, and you are absolutely capable of using it. She and Dr. Corinne Auman talk through the stuff that quietly costs women over a lifetime, like the pink tax, the pay gap, and stepping away from work to caregive. Debra is also a grief coach, so she shares smart advice on not making big money decisions while you are still in the fog of loss. The best part is her reminder that it is never too late to start, and the next right step is always something you can do this week. Learn more about Debra Morrison - https://www.wecandoitwomen.com/ CHAPTERS 00:00 Why mature women are the most financially vulnerable 01:57 The biggest money myth to let go: money is a tool, not a threat 03:10 Getting past the fear and taking the first step 06:28 The pink tax and the gender pay gap that compound over a lifetime 10:22 How caregiving and career pauses quietly derail retirement 14:15 Planning ahead for aging parents without raiding your own future 15:00 Debra's reinvention: from planner to coach for mature women 20:22 The invisible older woman, and how women can amplify each other 23:44 The overlooked essential: manage risk before you invest 26:18 Why umbrella liability insurance matters more than you think 28:19 It is never too late: longevity and the time value of money 31:08 Making your money last as the safe withdrawal rate shrinks 33:13 Becoming a grief coach and why grief and money intersect 40:36 The six month no decision zone and an annuity cautionary tale 44:39 Grief support do's and don'ts: put your own mask on first 47:21 Where to find Debra and her book Learn more about Dr. Corinne Auman Buy the Keenagers Book - https://amzn.to/4esquWm Check out my website - https://corinneauman.com/ Subscribe to my instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drcorinneauman/ KEYWORDS women and money, financial planning for women, retirement planning, financial coaching, mature women finances, money over 60, widow finances, grief coaching, grief recovery, certified financial planner, pink tax, gender pay gap, caregiving and retirement, Social Security, 401k, umbrella liability insurance, risk management, life insurance, time value of money, compound interest, safe withdrawal rate, fiduciary advisor, annuity warning, no decision zone, aging in place, longevity planning, financial confidence, women investing, retirement for women, later life reinvention, Debra Morrison, We Can Do It Women, My Husband Died Now What, Keen On Aging, Dr. Corinne Auman, aging podcast, financial literacy for women, estate planning, financial independence

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    20 Jul 2026

    It Is Not "Normal" For Older Adults To Forget Things | JENNIFER SZAKALY

    In this episode, aging life care manager Jennifer Szakaly explains why the hardest conversations about aging tend to go better when families start them early, long before a crisis forces the issue. She shows how to reframe the dreaded "you need some help" talk so it invites compromise instead of triggering a fight over independence, and why safety and freedom are not actually opposites. Listeners learn what an aging life care manager really does, how solo agers and long distance families can build a support system before they need one, and how to notice cognitive changes without slipping into either fear or denial. Jennifer also walks through what it takes to make a home truly age friendly, how to navigate the maze of senior living options, and how to protect purpose and connection as a person's world gets smaller. It is a practical and reassuring roadmap for anyone who wants more options and less panic when the time comes to make decisions. Download my free Well-Being Checklist and get 25 actionable steps to help you thrive in this next chapter of life. - https://bit.ly/43XCD0m Learn more about Jennifer Szakaly - https://caregivingcorner.com/ Helpful Links - Aging Life Care Association - AgingLifeCare.org CHAPTERS 00:00 The conversations you have now do matter 02:08 Why "you need some help" sounds like losing independence 03:06 Reframing the conversation so it opens up compromise 05:04 Safety and freedom are not opposite ends of a spectrum 07:07 What an aging life care manager actually does 10:17 Solo agers and planning ahead without a traditional support system 13:18 Long distance caregiving and the care manager as quarterback 16:01 Noticing cognitive changes before a diagnosis 18:15 Why memory loss is not a normal part of aging 21:17 Empowerment and the power of an objective third party 24:40 Why earlier conversations give you more options later 26:57 Making a home age friendly before a crisis hits 34:16 The Art of Purpose and finding meaning as the world gets smaller 37:20 Navigating the maze of senior living options 44:55 The one takeaway: start talking now Learn more about Dr. Corinne Auman Buy the Keenagers Book - https://amzn.to/4esquWm Check out my website - https://corinneauman.com/ Subscribe to my instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drcorinneauman/ KEYWORDS aging life care manager aging life care management geriatric care manager family caregiving caregiver support aging well aging in place age friendly home home safety assessment CAPS certified aging in place specialist solo aging solo agers long distance caregiving dementia early signs of dementia cognitive decline memory changes brain health senior living options assisted living independent living continuing care retirement community 55 plus community downsizing senior housing aging parents talking to aging parents elder care planning care coordination Jennifer Szakaly Caregiving Corner Charlotte North Carolina Keen On Aging podcast

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    13 Jul 2026

    65 Is A Starting Line, Not A Finish Line | Ande Lyons

    Ande Lyons, lifelong entrepreneur and host of the Don't Be Caged By Your Age podcast, joins Dr. Corinne Auman to make the case that 65 is a starting line, not a finish line. She dismantles the tired stereotype that older adults are tech challenged, reminding listeners that boomers built the very technology everyone now takes for granted. Ande shares how she launched three businesses between the ages of 50 and 66, why getting comfortable as a beginner again is a strength rather than a weakness, and how a positive outlook measurably changes the way you age. She also lays out a practical roadmap for the twenty or more years many people have after retirement, from managing your energy to building real community. If you have ever told yourself it is too late to start something new, this conversation will change your mind. Learn more about Ande Lyons - https://www.dontbecagedbyyourage.com/ Download my free Well-Being Checklist and get 25 actionable steps to help you thrive in this next chapter of life. - https://bit.ly/43XCD0m CHAPTERS 00:00 Why it is never too late to begin 02:57 Boomers are tech legends, not tech challenged 07:32 The story behind Don't Be Caged By Your Age 09:55 Dissolving the ageism you tell yourself 14:35 Redefining success and managing your energy portfolio 19:16 Getting comfortable being a beginner again 22:44 Why learning something new protects your brain 25:18 How your outlook shapes how you age 26:02 Making a real plan for your third act 28:32 Staying adaptable through health challenges 35:51 Finding community as an older podcaster 40:10 Fear loves parked cars Learn more about Dr. Corinne Auman Buy the Keenagers Book - https://amzn.to/4esquWm Check out my website - https://corinneauman.com/ Subscribe to my instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drcorinneauman/ KEYWORDS positive aging, pro aging, internalized ageism, ageism, Ande Lyons, Don't Be Caged By Your Age, Keen On Aging podcast, Dr. Corinne Auman, starting a business after 60, entrepreneurship over 50, older entrepreneurs, beginner's mind, lifelong learning, brain health and aging, Becca Levy, positive outlook on aging, third act, purpose in retirement, rewire don't retire, reinvention after 60, podcasting for older adults, New England Podcasters, senior games, inspired elders, boomers and technology, tech legends, never too late to start, aging with purpose, managing your energy, healthy aging mindset

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    6 Jul 2026

    Everything you need to know about Estate Planning

    Estate planning attorney Sue Hunt of Focus Estate Solutions joins the show to demystify one of the most avoided topics in later life: wills, trusts, and powers of attorney. Drawing on three decades of experience, Sue reframes estate planning as an act of protection and choice, not a conversation about death, and explains why the real risk is what happens to you while you are still living. You will learn the true difference between a will and a trust, how to choose the right people to make decisions on your behalf, and why waiting for the perfect moment is the most costly mistake of all. Sue also covers what happens if you do nothing, why online and AI generated documents fall short, and how to protect your home and assets from an unexpected crisis. If you have been putting this off, this conversation gives you both the clarity and the motivation to finally get it done. Download my free Well-Being Checklist and get 25 actionable steps to help you thrive in this next chapter of life. - ⁠https://bit.ly/43XCD0m⁠ (https://bit.ly/43XCD0m) Learn more about Sue Hunt - https://www.focusestatesolutions.com/your-team (https://www.focusestatesolutions.com/your-team) CHAPTERS 00:00 The plan the state already made for you 01:45 Meet Sue Hunt 02:46 What happens if you die without a will 04:03 The worst case scenario 06:12 Health care versus financial power of attorney 07:51 Guardianship as a last resort 08:17 Why you need these documents at 18 10:30 Will versus trust explained 17:04 How to choose the right people 25:04 Starting the family conversation 29:20 This is empowerment not an exit plan 31:22 Where to keep your documents 39:30 What estate planning actually costs 43:19 Why AI and online forms fall short 47:49 Treat your plan as a living document 49:37 Protecting your home and your assets 53:23 Closing the knowing doing gap 01:00:57 The one thing to remember 01:01:49 Where to find Sue Learn more about Dr. Corinne Auman Buy the Keenagers Book - https://amzn.to/4esquWm (https://amzn.to/4esquWm) Check out my website - https://corinneauman.com/ (https://corinneauman.com/) Subscribe to my instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drcorinneauman/ (https://www.instagram.com/drcorinneauman/) KEYWORDS estate planning, wills and trusts, power of attorney, health care power of attorney, financial power of attorney, durable power of attorney, estate planning attorney, probate, avoiding probate, intestate succession, dying without a will, guardianship, revocable living trust, Medicaid asset protection trust, Medicaid planning, elder law, incapacity planning, advance directive, springing power of attorney, choosing an executor, successor trustee, protecting your home, family protection, wealth preservation, end of life planning, later life planning, estate planning for seniors, dementia and estate planning, DIY will risks, family conversations about estate planning, Focus Estate Solutions, Sue Hunt, Greensboro North Carolina estate planning, Keen on Aging podcast

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    29 Jun 2026

    Are You Taking Too Many Medications? A Pharmacist Explains

    Some older adults are taking 18, 20, or even 26 medications a day, and many have no idea that the very pills meant to help them could be the cause of their fog, falls, or trips to the emergency room. In this episode, Dr. Corinne Auman sits down with Dr. DeLon Canterbury, a pharmacist and deprescribing expert who built his practice around a question most people never think to ask: do I still need all of these? They unpack why prescriptions quietly pile up over a lifetime, how aging changes the way the body processes medication, and why the over-the-counter products in your cabinet matter far more than most people assume. You will also learn the specific red flags that signal a symptom may be medication related rather than just a sign of getting older, and what to do if you suspect a loved one is overmedicated. If you or someone you love is managing a long list of prescriptions, this is an episode worth hearing all the way through. Download my free Well-Being Checklist and get 25 actionable steps to help you thrive in this next chapter of life. - https://bit.ly/43XCD0m (https://bit.ly/43XCD0m) Learn more about Dr. DeLon Canterbury - https://www.geriatrx.org/about CHAPTERS 00:52 The number that stops you cold 02:12 What to know if you take five or more meds 04:10 How prescriptions pile up 07:11 Why aging changes how meds work 09:04 When a loved one's meds are the problem 12:26 The over-the-counter blind spot 14:47 What a deprescribing practice does 15:42 Real success stories 19:11 Caregiver red flags 22:06 Why these drugs were never studied in older adult s29:01 The one message to walk away with Learn more about Dr. Corinne Auman Buy the Keenagers Book - https://amzn.to/4esquWm (https://amzn.to/4esquWm) Check out my website - https://corinneauman.com/ (https://corinneauman.com/) Subscribe to my instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drcorinneauman/ (https://www.instagram.com/drcorinneauman/) KEYWORDS deprescribing polypharmacy medication management for older adults prescription overload aging and medication over-the-counter medication risks medication side effects in seniors caregiver tips medication pharmacist deprescribing falls and medication cognitive fog medication medication review senior health geriatric pharmacy Keen on Aging podcast Dr. DeLon Canterbury Dr. Corinne Auman

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    22 Jun 2026

    We Need An Honest Conversation About Retirement

    Most of us picture retirement as the finish line, the reward after decades of work where everything finally falls into place. In this episode, financial life planner and author Michael F. Kay challenges that idea, explaining why retirement is actually one of the most complicated transitions we ever face. Drawing on his work with more than 4,000 people and his Chapter X framework, he reveals why so many retirees feel blindsided and why the real work is emotional, not just financial. Dr. Corinne Auman and Michael dig into the link between purpose and staying mentally sharp, the surprising relationship strain that retirement can create, and what it actually takes to prepare for who you become after work. Whether you are approaching this chapter or love someone who is, this conversation will reshape how you think about life after work. Learn more about Michael F. Kay - https://michaelfkay.com/ Download my free Well-Being Checklist and get 25 actionable steps to help you thrive in this next chapter of life. - https://bit.ly/43XCD0m CHAPTERS 01:57 Welcome and introducing Michael F. Kay 04:00 What Chapter X is and how it differs from traditional retirement 05:39 Why retirement is far more complicated than we are sold 10:03 The two big questions: who are you now and what is next 13:04 Why Michael hesitated to write the book 15:23 How to actually prepare emotionally, not just financially 22:02 Embracing aging: the senior games story 23:57 The truth about early retirement 26:34 Purpose, feeling needed, and avoiding cognitive decline 30:07 Renegotiating your relationship with a spouse or partner 31:55 A real story of two people not on the same page 36:12 Final thoughts and where to find Michael Learn more about Dr. Corinne Auman Buy the Keenagers Book - https://amzn.to/4esquWm Check out my website - https://corinneauman.com/ Subscribe to my instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drcorinneauman/ KEYWORDS retirement transition Chapter X framework Michael F. Kay financial life planning emotional preparation for retirement purpose in retirement cognitive decline and retirement use it or lose it brain health aging with purpose early retirement retirement identity who am I after work retirement and relationships spouse retirement adjustment senior games positive aging Keen on Aging podcast Dr. Corinne Auman life after work retirement planning beyond money

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    15 Jun 2026

    What Doctors Don't Know About Assisted Living

    Most people assume the doctor referring their loved one to assisted living or skilled nursing actually knows what those places are like, but they usually don't. In this episode, Bob Cain of Piedmont Home Care shares why he personally drives doctors and medical students through senior care facilities so they can see them from the inside, and he and host Dr. Corinne Auman explain what families need to watch for, from who owns the building to why planning early makes all the difference. Download my free Well-Being Checklist and get 25 actionable steps to help you thrive in this next chapter of life. - https://bit.ly/43XCD0m (https://bit.ly/43XCD0m) Learn more about Bob Cain - https://piedmonthomecare.com/about-us/meet-our-team/bob-cain-bio/ CHAPTERS 00:00 Introduction 02:23 What surprises doctors most about senior living 06:18 Why most of us avoid senior care until a crisis forces the decision 15:00 The insider directory that bypasses the phone-tree runaround 22:50 What every family should know before a loved one needs care 26:21 How hospital consolidation is shrinking outside referrals 37:59 Who owns the building matters: private equity versus nonprofit 41:49 The placement crisis for higher-need patients 44:53 Hope is not a plan 45:25 Continuing Care Retirement Communities explained 51:38 Moving in while you are still independent 56:14 Closing advice: care planning is an ongoing conversation Learn more about Dr. Corinne Auman Buy the Keenagers Book - https://amzn.to/4esquWm Check out my website - https://corinneauman.com/ Subscribe to my instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drcorinneauman/ KEYWORDS senior care, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, adult day programs, continuing care retirement community, CCRC, care navigation, geriatric care management, elder care planning, long-term care planning, aging parents, caregiver support, caregiver resources, choosing assisted living, senior living tours, senior living waitlists, private equity nursing homes, who owns assisted living facilities, Medicare and senior care, aging in place, planning for aging parents, doctor referrals senior care, Piedmont Home Care, Bob Cain, Keen on Aging podcast, Keenagers, Dr. Corinne Auman

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    8 Jun 2026

    TRAILER: The Keen On Aging Podcast

    If you're somewhere between 45 and 80 and sensing that the cultural script for aging doesn't fit who you are or who you're becoming, this show is for you. The Keen On Aging Podcast is built on a simple idea: aging is a universal human experience, and the story we tell about it shapes the way we live it. The dominant cultural narrative — one of decline, fear, and invisibility — is outdated, and it's causing real harm. Hosted by Dr. Corinne Auman, gerontologist, care manager, author, and activist, this show offers a grounded, research-backed, and deeply human alternative: a story rooted in purpose, planning, and possibility. Each episode, Dr. Auman sits down with experts and with everyday "keenagers" — people who have navigated later life with intention and found meaning on the other side of midlife transitions. Through honest, practical conversations, you'll hear real stories and real solutions to the questions so many of us face but rarely talk about out loud. Tune in to: Learn how to embrace and make the most of your later years Get inspired to take on new challenges and push back against outdated stereotypes of aging Discover how to build a fulfilling life, even as circumstances change Explore the stories of Keenagers and gain a deeper understanding of the aging process itself Whether you're rethinking your career, redefining your relationships, planning for what's next, or simply looking for permission and language to own this chapter of your life, The Keen On Aging Podcast is your invitation to imagine aging differently — and to live it that way too.

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