Not Ready For The Farm

When is “I’m fine” no longer fine for an aging parent or loved one? Judy and Jess sit down with aging life care manager Jennifer Szakaly and senior move manager Cindy Greer to talk frankly about when to step in, when to move, and what it really costs- emotionally and financially. They dig into caregiving crossroads, aging in place vs. assisted living, solo agers, Medicaid realities, family conflict, and downsizing a lifetime of “stuff.” If you’re caring for parents, aging solo, or finally asking “What’s my plan?,” this episode will nudge you out of denial and into action. Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode: 🩺 Care Assessments: Evaluating safety, health, and independence 💰 Financial Planning: Understanding care costs and available options 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family Dynamics: Managing sibling disagreements and caregiving roles ❤️ Emotional Support: Helping families navigate difficult transitions 🏡 Aging in Place vs. Assisted Living: Weighing the pros and cons ⚠️ Abuse & Neglect: Identifying warning signs and protecting loved ones 📦 Downsizing Decisions: Sorting through a lifetime of possessions 🎯 Practical Tips: Lessons every family can use today Episode Links: Jennifer Szakaly LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifer-szakaly Caregiving Corner: https://caregivingcorner.com Schedule a Free Consult with Caregiving Corner: https://caregivingcorner.com/about-us/contact-us/schedule-consultation/ Cindy Greer LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cindy-greer-smm Instagram: Transition with Care: https://www.instagram.com/transitionwithcare/ More Resources: Website: https://www.notreadyforthefarm.com/ Shop Not Ready For the Farm Merch: https://www.notreadyforthefarm.com/shop Follow on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@notreadyforthefarm Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Not-Ready-For-The-Farm/61590988411070/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/notreadyforthefarm_ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

When is “I’m fine” no longer fine for an aging parent or loved one? Judy and Jess sit down with aging life care manager Jennifer Szakaly and senior move manager Cindy Greer to talk frankly about when to step in, when to move, and what it really costs- emotionally and financially. They dig into caregiving crossroads, aging in place vs. assisted living, solo agers, Medicaid realities, family conflict, and downsizing a lifetime of “stuff.” If you’re caring for parents, aging solo, or finally asking “What’s my plan?,” this episode will nudge you out of denial and into action. Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode: 🩺 Care Assessments: Evaluating safety, health, and independence 💰 Financial Planning: Understanding care costs and available options 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family Dynamics: Managing sibling disagreements and caregiving roles ❤️ Emotional Support: Helping families navigate difficult transitions 🏡 Aging in Place vs. Assisted Living: Weighing the pros and cons ⚠️ Abuse & Neglect: Identifying warning signs and protecting loved ones 📦 Downsizing Decisions: Sorting through a lifetime of possessions 🎯 Practical Tips: Lessons every family can use today Episode Links: Jennifer Szakaly LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifer-szakaly Caregiving Corner: https://caregivingcorner.com Schedule a Free Consult with Caregiving Corner: https://caregivingcorner.com/about-us/contact-us/schedule-consultation/ Cindy Greer LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cindy-greer-smm Instagram: Transition with Care: https://www.instagram.com/transitionwithcare/ More Resources: Website: https://www.notreadyforthefarm.com/ Shop Not Ready For the Farm Merch: https://www.notreadyforthefarm.com/shop Follow on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@notreadyforthefarm Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Not-Ready-For-The-Farm/61590988411070/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/notreadyforthefarm_ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Scams and fraud are becoming more sophisticated every year, impacting people of all ages and backgrounds. In this episode, Judy and Jess welcome a very special guest, Russ Ferguson, U.S. Attorney for the Western District of North Carolina, to discuss the growing threat of scams and the challenges of fighting fraud in today's technology-driven world. Russ shares insights from his work, practical advice for protecting yourself, and why awareness remains one of the most powerful tools we have. Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode: ⚠️ Scam Targets: Fraud impacts every generation 🎯 Common Scams: Romance, lottery, tech support schemes 📞 Verify Calls: Use trusted contact information 🔐 Report Fast: Quick action improves recovery odds 🌍 Big Business: Scam operations mimic corporations Learn more about Russ: https://www.justice.gov/usao-wdnc/staff-profile/united-states-attorney Website: https://www.notreadyforthefarm.com/ Shop Not Ready For the Farm Merch: https://www.notreadyforthefarm.com/shop Follow on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@notreadyforthefarm Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Not-Ready-For-The-Farm/61590988411070/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/notreadyforthefarm_ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What if the secret to living a longer, healthier life has less to do with diet and supplements- and more to do with the people around you? In this episode, Judy and Jess welcome longevity expert and former NPR CEO Ken Stern, author of Healthy to 100. Drawing on research from some of the world's longest-lived countries, Ken explains how social connection, purpose, lifelong learning, and intergenerational relationships can dramatically improve both lifespan and quality of life. It's a fascinating conversation about what it really means to age well. Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode: 🌎 What the world's longest-lived countries are doing differently 🤝 Why strong social connections may be the biggest longevity advantage 💼 How meaningful work and purpose contribute to healthier aging 👵 The surprising benefits of intergenerational relationships 🏡 Why where you live can dramatically impact your quality of life Episode Links: Get your copy of Healthy to 100: https://www.amazon.com/Healthy-100-Strong-Social-Lives/dp/1541705017 The Longevity Project: https://www.longevity-project.com/about-us Where To Find Us: Website: https://www.notreadyforthefarm.com/ Shop Not Ready For the Farm Merch: https://www.notreadyforthefarm.com/shop Follow on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@notreadyforthefarm Follow on Facebook: https://bit.ly/4vnIasT Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/notreadyforthefarm_ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

You never know when the Grief Train may stop at your station. When it does, author Marinda Freeman believes the answer isn't to avoid grief, but to honor it, learn from it, and eventually discover the gratitude and love that remain. In this heartfelt conversation, Marinda shares the story behind her book "The Grief Train" and the sudden loss of her husband that inspired it. Together, Judy, Jess, and Marinda explore grief, aging, friendship, remembrance, and the idea that all of life is an event worth acknowledging with intention, appreciation, and love. Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode: 🚂 Grief doesn't follow a timeline 🕯️ How rituals and personal altars can help healing 💭 The importance of feeling grief instead of avoiding it 👥 The role of community and human connection during loss 🌱 Why aging itself can sometimes create feelings of grief ✨ Learning to celebrate life while honoring loss Episode Links: Marinda Freeman Event Consulting: https://marindafreeman.com/ Get your copy of The Grief Train: https://www.amazon.com/Grief-Train-Healing-Journey-Renewal/dp/1684335361 Get your copy of Everything is an Event: https://bit.ly/4ednOLY Where To Find Us: Website: https://www.notreadyforthefarm.com/ Follow on Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@notreadyforthefarm Follow on Facebook: https://bit.ly/4vnIasT Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/notreadyforthefarm_ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What if one of the biggest secrets to aging well isn't found in a supplement, exercise program, or medical breakthrough? What if it's simply… staying engaged? In this episode, Judy introduces two groups of remarkable people who are proving that growing older doesn't mean slowing down. First, you'll meet members of the Orange County Lockdown Band, musicians who found friendship, purpose, and creative expression through music. Then you'll hear from participants in the Chatham County Senior Games, where competition, community, and personal growth continue well beyond retirement age. Their stories offer a powerful reminder that meaningful connections, lifelong learning, and a willingness to try new things can make the years ahead some of the most rewarding of our lives. Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode: 🎸 Music & Purpose: Finding community through creativity 🎤 Orange County Lockdown Band: Passion that spans generations 🤝 Cross-Generational Friendships: Learning from one another 🏅 Senior Games: Competition, connection, and confidence 🌱 Staying Engaged: Refusing to sit on the sidelines ❤️ Meaningful Aging: Building a life filled with purpose Episode Links: Orange County Lockdown Band: https://orangecountylockdown.com/ Chatham County Senior Games: https://www.ncseniorgames.org/chatham Pittsboro Center for Active Living: https://www.chathamartscouncil.org/venue/pittsboro-center-for-active-living/ Where To Find Us: Website: https://www.notreadyforthefarm.com/ Follow on Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@notreadyforthefarm Follow on Facebook: https://bit.ly/4vnIasT Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/notreadyforthefarm_ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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Scammers are getting smarter and increasingly targeting older adults — but you can stay one step ahead. In this episode, we sit down with Amy Nofziger from the AARP Fraud Watch Network, who brings 20+ years of experience helping victims and tracking emerging scams. She breaks down the most common schemes hitting seniors today, how criminals use emotional manipulation (and even AI-generated voices!), and how you can spot a scam before it happens. You’ll also learn exactly what to do if you or a loved one falls victim, plus the free resources available to help protect your family. This is an essential conversation to share with anyone at risk. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Our guest this week is palliative care physician Dr. Kathy Zhang — a woman who has witnessed more “departures” than LaGuardia. After Covid burnout and years of hearing countless deathbed regrets, she now advises others on how to live life to the fullest, including three questions you must ask yourself before you kick the bucket. THE FARM CAN WAIT Not Ready for the Farm navigates our universal journey of aging — consciously, realistically, and with a great attitude. Through candid conversations with professionals, authors, and everyday people, Judy Miller and her sidekick, Jess Anderson, with humor and compassion, deep dive into the issues we confront as we grow older. No holds barred as we explore money, relationships, living life to the fullest, family dynamics, finding our purpose, third acts, retirement, health and health care, longevity, activities, travel, community, loneliness, quality of life and dying. Often painfully honest. Empowering and inspirational. With laughter and tears. How do we make every moment count? What’s your journey? What’s your plan? JUDY MILLER HOST, WRITER, PRODUCER, CREATOR Judy has had many lives, Lawyer, Entertainment Producer, Real Estate Developer, College Instructor, Inventor, Strategic Business Consultant, Corporate CEO, and now Podcast Host. She's curious, irreverent and incapable of slowing down. When her doctor at Duke said, "Judy, I'll be with you til the end" — a startled Judy said, “What end? What do you know that I don’t? There’s no end!” That jarring little moment was an awakening. She hadn't ever thought about retirement, where she'd live if she couldn't live alone, or dying — none of it… and that she was actually now a senior! That wake-up call became the inspiration for Not Ready for the Farm — a Podcast to intimately share insights, as we learn together navigating Judy's personal journey of aging...a journey we're all on. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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