How Brendie Barnes Is Transforming Patient Engagement and Aging in Place

Episode Summary:In this episode of Healthcare Algorhythm, Dr. William Strimel sits down with Brendie Barnes, RN, BSN, Health and Wellness Expert and CEO/co-founder of Aging Well in Mount Eagle, Tennessee, to explore patient engagement, functional exercise, and strategies for helping older adults remain independent in their homes.Brendie shares insights from her career in startups, telehealth, and remote patient monitoring, explaining why technology alone isn’t enough to engage patients—especially Medicare-aged clients. She discusses how combining in-home visits, personalized clinical support, and functional exercise plans improves outcomes, prevents hospitalizations, and empowers patients to feel better while staying active.The conversation also highlights caregiver support, tools for maintaining independence, and innovative scoring systems for evaluating facilities and resources. Brendie emphasizes the importance of trust, human intervention, and personalized care alongside technology, showing how Aging Well is creating meaningful impact for both patients and families.Key Takeaways:How combining technology and in-home clinical support boosts patient engagementThe role of functional exercise in maintaining independence and delaying higher levels of careTools and strategies to support caregivers and monitor patients effectivelyInnovative approaches for families to select the right facilities and resourcesGolden Nugget:“Independence is powerful, and with the right tools and support, people can stay in their homes longer and healthier.”Connect with Brendie:LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/brendiekeane Website: wellbybarnes.comListen Now & Subscribe:Available on Captive, Spotify Link, iHeart Podcast, ApplePodcast, Amazon Music, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts.Healthcare Algorhythm breaks down the systems, strategies, and technologies shaping modern medicine, turning complexity into clarity, one conversation at a time.