How's Your Boomer?

Tune in for this week's episode on community building, policy work, and social justice: An inspiring conversation with Nicole Jorwic, Chief Program Officer of Caring Across Generations the incredible organization forging a path forward to transform systems of care in this country. https://howsyourboomer.substack.com/p/care-is-a-justice-issue

Caught up with Jess Haghani founder and CEO of Lucille, a new whole food, high-protein nutrition shake for seniors. Its founding is as innovative as it is sincere — Jess named the company after her incredible grandma Lucille who, at 92, says her nineties have been the best years of her life. Tune in for the full story!https://howsyourboomer.substack.com/p/raise-a-glass-to-your-health

Does your Boomer need an advocate that isn't you? Tune in for a conversation with Connor Sweeney founder of Baba, the healthcare advocacy platform that that pairs families with a dedicated advocate to coordinate care — and it's covered by Medicare, Medicare Advantage, and Medicaid. #healthcare #caregiving #healthcareadvocacy 

Can caregiving and aging be cool, joyful, funny? Totally, according to Lisa Nahmanson and Tania Katan of dōt.age — a free, mission-driven storytelling platform supporting Gen X caregivers navigating the realities and complexities of caring for aging loved ones. Tune in!Go here for more info.

By 2030, all Boomers will be 65+ — for Gen X and Millennials that means if you haven’t done some caregiving for a parent yet, you soon. It's one of the reasons why I started How's Your Boomer? but finding my people out there has been slow going. So I was thrilled when I came across Gray Monster a smart, cheeky, free newsletter that’s geared towards supporting folks, supporting their folks as they age, founded by Kim Elliott. Drop in to learn more about Gray Monster and how we can all do better for caregivers and those they care for. 

Should your Boomer have a hospital "go bag" packed and at the ready? Probably. Older adults (average age 77) account for 70% of all ER to hospital admissions. We connected with Dr. Stephanie Mueller, MD, MPH, to talk about how to prepare for an unexpected-yet-(kindof)-expected hospital stay.https://howsyourboomer.substack.com/publish/post/191278563

Tune in for my chat with Barry Jacobs, clinical psychologist, author, healthcare consultant, and family caregiving expert. He’s also a Boomer so I tapped him for his take on how Gen X and Millennials can prepare as the caregiving baton is passed from Boomers to us (if you aren’t already in the race).https://howsyourboomer.substack.com/p/passing-the-caregiving-baton

This week’s topic is one so many folks have asked about: how to downsize and declutter with your Boomer. So I connected with Sonya Weisshappel founder and CEO of Seriatim, Inc. and author of Confessions of a Chaos Whisperer. Organizer pro tip: Drop judgement and instead approach the experience with the curiosity of an archivist, a storyteller, or a family historian.For links and more helpful info: https://howsyourboomer.substack.com/p/decluttering-with-the-chaos-whisperer

Caregiving is hard. So I was thrilled to connect with Courtney Martin author, journalist, and podcast host who keeps it real about improving care for elders, caregivers, and navigating dementia with grace and humor. For more info and helpful links on this topic and more, visit the Substack post

My favorite vet-on-speed-dial (and dear pal) Dr. Kate Wissel, DVM, believes that everyone, no matter their situation, can benefit greatly from a human-animal bond. Pets can help decrease stress and loneliness, elevate mood and provide purpose. But, there’s different criteria for older pet lovers to consider before welcoming Rover into their life. Link to the Substack blog post.

We’ve not shied away from heavy topics (finances, family dynamics, grief) on How's Your Boomer? But today's episode with Angel Grant on honoring end-of-life wishes is the weightiest one yet. True to her name, Angel, co-founder of Death Over Dinner, brought light and a gentle touch to one dense topic.https://howsyourboomer.substack.com/p/tonights-menu-discussions-on-dying

Continuing on the less-stuff theme, we're talking about making memories with your Boomer. Get vetted tips for multi-gen travel done right from Jeralyn Gerba, co-founder of the travel platform Fathom. Hint: knowing your family's points of tension and points of love is key for success.  For more info on this topic, check out the How's Your Boomer? Substack (it's free!): https://howsyourboomer.substack.com/p/road-trip-multi-gen-travel-tips-with

Are you stumped by what to gift your Boomer (or anyone!) who has everything (and probably too much of it)? This episode has you covered with 12 thoughtful ideas. Hang in until the end for a bonus present that ties it all up with a bow (and a hilarious one at that).For a full list (with links) and more tips on this topic, check out the How's Your Boomer? newsletter (it's free!): https://howsyourboomer.substack.com/p/holiday-gift-guide-less-stuff-edition

There's lots of hang time with family and friends in the coming weeks. I turned to Kate Thorman (of Keep Up, Kids) for her movie, show, podcast recs that are safe for viewing in mixed family company. What’s on your list? For more resources and other episodes, visit the HYB? Substack.

This week’s episode is a doozy: Uh Oh! My Boomer Just Asked ME for Money! Thankfully, Bola Sokunbi author, speaker, and founder of Clever Girl Finance swooped in to help with practical and compassionate advice.Visit the HYB substack for extra insight and helpful links.

We're doing some heavy lifting in Episode 4 of How's Your Boomer? with Kim Davis, LCSW. Friends were looking for guidance on navigating family relationships and grief as they care for aging and ill parents and I tapped Kim for help. Listen in for her caring advice and actionable tips.Thanks for listening to How's Your Boomer? the podcast that aims to make tackling tough but necessary topics with aging parents and loved ones a little easier.For more info, visit: https://howsyourboomer.substack.com/p/the-therapist-is-in

Drop in for a conversation with my guide to movement and aging well, Jyll Hubbard-Salk, founder of Urban Asanas Yoga Studio in Brooklyn, NY. Thanks for listening to How's Your Boomer? the podcast that aims to make tackling tough but necessary topics with aging parents and loved ones a little easier.For more info, visit: https://howsyourboomer.substack.com/p/movement-at-every-age

Tune in for an interview with Laura's finance guy, Nick Wilkins, about useful tips and approaches for taking the sting out of retirement and financial conversations with your Boomer.Thanks for listening to How's Your Boomer? the podcast that aims to make tackling tough but necessary topics with aging parents and loved ones a little easier.For more info, visit: https://howsyourboomer.substack.com/

The podcast that aims to make tackling tough but necessary topics with aging parents and loved ones a little easier.For more info, visit: https://howsyourboomer.substack.com/