The podcast dedicated to exploring the many facets of assisted living and memory care. In Each episode we delve into a range of educational topics, featuring expert guests, real-life stories, and practical tips and guidance to empower seniors and their families. Via Voices is your trusted resource for making informed decisions when it comes to your loved ones.
Via Voices Podcast - Dementia & Navigating Memory Related Diagnoses
In this episode, Via Elegante's Founder and CEO Andy (Andrew) Briefer and Executive Director Shen explore the challenges families face when navigating a dementia-related diagnosis and the support resources available along the way. They discuss the importance of early planning and intervention, as well as the valuable role local Assisted Living and Memory Care communities can play in ensuring loved ones receive the appropriate level of care. The conversation covers a wide range of topics, incl...
19 May 2026
Via Voices Podcast - When is the Right Time for Assisted Living or Memory Care
In this episode, we hear from two of Via Elegante's Executive Directors as they dive into the importance of communication across all facets of Assisted Living & Memory Care. This conversation covers Via Elegante's views on the importance of timing in the decision making process when deciding to move to assisted living or memory care for you or a loved one. We delve into all the steps and decision points that lead to making this important life choice. Thank you for listening to Via Elegan...
19 Aug 2025
Arizona Long Term Care (ALTCS) with Andy Briefer & Dave Huntoon
In this episode, Via Elegante's Founder and CEO, Andy (Andrew) Briefer, & ALTCS/Medicaid expert, Dave Huntoon, discuss all the nuances navigating the Arizona Long Term Care System (ALTCS) when looking into Assisted Living and Memory Care. Covering a wide range of topics from the ALTCS application process to spend down and move in. Thank you for listening to Via Elegante's Via Voices
19 Aug 2025
Safety in Assisted Living & Memory Care Facilities
In this episode, we hear from Via Elegante Partner, Chris Pendelton, retired fire chief and lifelong safety expert, and founder Andy Briefer as they dive into the importance of safety across all areas of Assisted Living & Memory Care. This conversation covers Via Elegante's focus on safety from fire protocols and training to engagement with first responders and how we strengthen those relationships to support safety. Thank you for listening to Via Elegante's Via Voices
19 Aug 2025
Meet the Chefs!
In this episode, we hear from Via Elegante's Directors of Culinary and Facilities, Crystal Vargas and Jeremy Montoya, and founder Andy Briefer as they dive into the importance of food and the overall culinary experience as it relates to the enjoyment of a resident's experience in Assisted Living & Memory Care. This conversation covers Via Elegante's passion for providing a premiere experience when it comes to the meals that our residents enjoy from the normal meal options to specialty hol...
19 Aug 2025
Hospice and Palliative Care
In this episode, we hear from Via Elegante's Executive Directors, Ira Branson and Amy Shuman, and founder Andy Briefer as they dive into the difficult subject of Hospice and how families can navigate this challenging part of life's journey. This discussion covers topics from initial admission into hospice, the various benefits that are impacted by hospice, and what remains covered when a person is on hospice, to the process of medication stop process. Thank you for listening to V...
19 Aug 2025
Finding the Right Fit for Assisted Living or Memory Care
In this episode, two of our Executive Directors tackle one of life's most difficult discussions; when is the right time to look for Assisted Living or Memory Care. This conversation shares thoughts from Via Elegante's Executive Directors and Founder on what families should be looking for when searching for and touring care facilities for their loved ones. Thank you for listening to Via Elegante's Via Voices
19 Aug 2025
Community Communications in Assisted Living & Memory Care
In this episode, we hear from two of Via Elegante's Executive Directors as they dive into the importance of communication across all facets of Assisted Living & Memory Care. This conversation covers Via Elegante's views on communication, from the importance of the day one connection to families as they begin engaging with a care provider, to the consistent regular communications that a care provider should share to with the families to remain intouch and engaged in the life of their loved...
Contact Via Voices Podcast
Guest appearances
Books guests
Based on episode analysis; this does not confirm that the show is currently accepting guests.
Host of Via Voices Podcast?
Claim your podcast to manage its listing and keep your show details accurate.
Pod Engine is an independent podcast discovery and analytics service and is not affiliated with or endorsed by this podcast. Artwork and show content belong to their owners. Full legal notice.
Explore this show Podcast research with Pod Engine
