Sunrise Podcast Library

The Senior Caregiver podcast, hosted by Bill Worthington, provides tips for navigating the challenges and pleasures of caring for aging loved ones. This show covers a range of senior-related topics, including practical advice for those who are caring for someone with Alzheimer’s or other forms of memory loss. These podcasts can serve as a caregiver’s one-stop destination for expert insight and constructive tips.

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Episode 1: Stages of Alzheimer's & Tips for Communications In this inaugural episode of The Senior Caregiver, we are joined by Rita Altman, senior vice president of Memory Care & Program Services at Sunrise Senior Living.

Episode 2: The Caregiver Experience We are joined again by memory care expert Rita Altman, as we delve into the world of the adult primary caregiver, someone who is often part of the “sandwich generation.”

Episode 3: Memory Loss – Our Shared Humanity This time, we touch on music’s role in caring for someone with memory loss, ways for explaining Alzheimer’s to children and just how close we are to finding a cure.

Episode 4: Seniors & Nutrition: What You Should Know Good nutrition is a key component of a healthy lifestyle, especially as we age. In this episode, we’re joined by senior nutrition experts Tim Whelan, VP of Dining, and Caitlin Rogers, National Director of Dining and Nutrition services.

Episode 5: Navigating the Journey with Alzheimer’s Rita Altman joins us again in this episode to discuss a variety of topics: younger-onset, distinguishing between normal forgetfulness and Alzheimer’s symptoms and more tips for communicating.

Episode 6: How to Find the Right Senior Living Community In this episode, Kelly Myers, SVP of Sales joins us to discuss frequently asked questions and important tips to keep in mind when beginning your search for senior living.