Home Designs For Life: Remodeling Ideas To Increase Safety, Function, And Accessibility In The Home.
My podcasts offers solutions to help older adults stay in their homes for as long as possible.
We explore creative home modification solutions and talk to experts in the building and healthcare industry to help older adults and their caregivers navigate how to create safer, more attractive, and comfortable spaces while simultaneously increasing their home value.
Let us educate you on creating a home that changes with you, so you can live your best life at any age!
Episodes
107 episodes
Fall Detection: A New Approach to the Personal Emergency Response System (PERS)
SummaryIn this conversation, Janet Engel interviews Cathy Minter, co-founder and CEO of Wisdom, a smart device designed to support agin...
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Season 8
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Episode 108
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50:21
The Intersection of Technology and Accessibility
SummaryIn this conversation, Janet Engel interviews Deval Patel, CEO and founder of the Lotus Ring, a wearable device that allows users to control various devices by pointing. The discussion covers the product's launc...
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Season 8
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Episode 107
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29:16
What do Baby Boomers Really Want in a Senior Living Community? The Answer Could Surprise You
SummaryIn this conversation, Janet Engel and Jeff Weiss, President & CEO of Age of Majority, discuss the evolving expe...
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Season 8
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Episode 106
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47:43
A Lift for a Toilet? Learn How a Toilet Lift Can Help You Age In Place
SummaryIn this conversation, Janet Engel interviews Tom Nardone, founder of Dignity Lifts, about his innovative products designed ...
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Season 7
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Episode 105
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40:38
Zing: A Mission-Driven Approach to Aging
SummaryIn this conversation, Janet Engel interviews Sally Duplantier, a gerontologist and founder of Zing, a mission-driven company ...
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Season 7
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Episode 104
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39:48
Learn How a Real Estate Professional Can Help You Navigate The Biggest Transitions in Life: Moving!
SummaryIn this conversation, Janet Engel interviews Cathi Coridan, a senior real estate specialist, who shares her insights on helping seniors navigate the complexities of life transitions, particularly in real estate. Ca...
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Season 7
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Episode 103
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46:40
Universal Design Is the Key to Aging In Place
SummaryIn this conversation, Janet Engel interviews Scott and Sarah Pruitt, co-founders of the UD Project, focusing on the importance of universal design in creating accessible homes. They discuss their mission to increas...
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Season 7
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Episode 102
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53:49
The Impact of Ageism on Older Adults and the Importance of Home Modifications for Aging In Place.
SummaryIn this conversation, Janet Engel interviews Eve Hill, an aging in place specialist realtor, and founder of Customized Aging
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Season 7
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Episode 101
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52:25
Making Homes Accessible for Everyone
SummaryIn this conversation, Janet Engel interviews Jamal Stevenson, the key sales officer at We Hear You,...
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Season 7
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Episode 100
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35:26
Transforming Bathrooms for Independence with Occupational Therapist and Toilet Expert Maria Lindbergh
SummaryIn this conversation, Janet Engel and Maria Lindberg, OTR/L, discuss the importance of home modifications, particularly in the bathroom, for older adults. ...
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Season 7
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Episode 99
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51:22
Comfort Meets Safety: The SENSTEC Showerpan
SummaryIn this conversation, Janet Engel interviews Mark Conacher, Managing Director of SENSTEC USA, about his extensive career in the...
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Season 7
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Episode 98
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54:16
Multi-Generation Living & Home Design
SummaryIn this conversation, Daniel Fuchs shares his insights on multi-generational living, drawing from his personal experiences as a caregiver for his father with Alzheime...
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Season 7
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Episode 97
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49:44
Planning for Aging In Place with Nancy Griffin
In this conversation, Janet Engel interviews Nancy Griffin, CEO and founder of Glowing Older, about her journey in the
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Season 7
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Episode 96
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48:49
Navigating the Reverse Mortgage Landscape with Michael Pankow, CEO of Veterans Mortgage of America
SummaryIn this conversation, Janet Engel interviews Michael Pankow, a retail mortgage executive and CEO of Veterans Mortgage o...
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Season 7
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Episode 95
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49:06
Educating Homeowners About the Benefits of Modifications with Top Podcaster & General Contractor Chris Lalmolia
Chris Lalomia, CEO of The Trusted Toolbox, discusses his business and the challenges and benefits of home renovations for older adults and peop...
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Season 7
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Episode 94
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47:37
A Conversation with Katherine Ambrose: Founder of Senior Home Coach & Senior Industry Influencer
SummaryKatherine Ambrose, founder of America's Senior Home Coach, shares her journey...
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Season 6
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Episode 93
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46:35
Curbless showers provide accessibility and aesthetic benefits compared to traditional showers with curbs.
SummaryJoseph Erlbach, co-owner of Rapid Recess Systems, discusses the benefits and installation process of curbless shower systems. He explains that the idea for t...
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Season 6
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Episode 92
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37:25
Navigating Insurance and Financing for Aging in Place Modifications
Ali Sultani, owner of Handy Pro Services, and Melissa Bresler, outreach coordinator and occupational therapist, discuss their business and the services they provide for people with disabilities and those who want to age in place. They o...
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Season 6
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Episode 91
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51:34
Enhancing Senior Safety and Peace of Mind with Caregiver Smart Solutions
Ryan Herd, CEO of Caregiver Smart Solutions, shares his journey from the tech industry to founding his company, and discusses the develop...
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Season 6
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Episode 90
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41:32
Author, Scott Fulton on his New Book WhealthSpan: More Years, More Moments, More Money
Scott Fulton, an expert in health and housing, discusses his book 'WealthSpan' and the key factors for aging well. He emphasizes the importance of asking the right quest...
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Season 6
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Episode 89
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55:14
The Story of the Lotus Ring: A Revolution in Smart Home Technology
SummaryDeval Patel, CEO of Lotus, shares the story of developing the Lotus ring, a wearable device that controls home appliances. The ring eliminates the need for ...
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Season 6
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Episode 88
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46:01
Home Modifications for Aging in Place Can Be A Lucrative Business With the Right Partnerships
SummaryNick Middleton, a general contractor and certified Aging in Place specialist, discusses Knoxville Aging in Place and their partnership with Habitat for Humanity.
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24:45
Melissa Hladek, Expert on Hoarding Disorders Talks About Addressing Hazards In the Home & Aging In Place
Melissa Hladek, a hoarding remediation expert, shares her career journey and insights into hoarding disorder. She explains that hoarding is a result of one decision at a time and a lack of follow-through. Hoarding disorder is a ...
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Season 6
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Episode 87
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39:14