Age Wise
Age Wise
Silver Solutions
Conversations with experts and family caregivers to help you understand and manage the challenges as a loved one ages. We speak to experts in eldercare, senior healthcare, and people who have interesting views on dealing with the demands of caring for an aging parent.
Age Wise Episode 40: What's Good For The Disease May Not Be Good For The Patient
Listen to this episode of Age Wise featuring Dr. Mary Tinetti, Professor of Geriatrics at the Yale School of Medicine. Understand the unique complexities of geriatric care and hear why a patient-centered approach is essential for older adults. Plus, Dr. Tinetti shares her expert insights and discusses the exciting potential of Artificial Intelligence to revolutionize patient care with a personal touch. Don't miss this blend of high-tech and high-touch perspectives in healthcare!
Apr 25, 2024
15 min
Age Wise Ep. 39: Hidden Dangers of Pickleball & Finding the Best Physical Therapist
In this new episode of Age Wise, Silver Solutions explores the most common sports risks for older adults and how to combat them. Featuring an exclusive chat with Lisa Fossett, Co-Founder of Saylor Physical Therapy, we cover tips for active aging, when to seek a therapist, and choosing the right one for optimal long-term health. Whether you or someone you know is looking to navigate aging or looking to get the most out of physical therapy, this episode is your guide to staying safe and thriving!
Feb 27, 2024
14 min
Age Wise: Trends in Caregiving, A Decade of Perspective
In this special end-of-year episode of Age Wise, Silver Solutions down with Scott Greenberg, author, radio host, and CEO of ComForCare of South Florida and takes an in-depth look at the evolving landscape of caregiving and Scott’s recent decision to end his 12-year run as the host of radio’s OMG, I’m Getting Older and So is My Mom. Watch this informative and inspiring conversation about the trends transforming caregiving now . #agewise #silversolutions #danlagani #familycaregiving #comforcare #scottgreenberg
Dec 22, 2023
15 min
Senior Placement & the Business of Aging
In the latest Age Wise podcast, Silver Solutions CEO Dan Lagani speaks to Tim Evankovich, CEO & Co-Founder, Oasis Senior Advisors, about the Oasis business model and how they are helping families with one of the most challenging tasks: finding the right living situation for their aging loved one. Learn what key attributes you need to have to be a successful Oasis franchisee and grow with this “booming” business.
Aug 21, 2023
15 min
How to Live Better with Dementia: A conversation with Dr. Laura Gitlin
In this episode of Age Wise, Silver Solutions CEO Dan Lagani has an insightful conversation with Dr. Laura Gitlin, co-author of Better Living with Dementia and Drexel University Dean Emerita, College of Nursing and Health Professions. Dr. Gitlin shares the top tips for preventing dementia and discusses the impact it can have on family caregivers as well as her new dementia research project to help those family members challenged by managing dementia symptoms in a loved one.  
Jul 19, 2023
14 min
Living Longer, Healthier Lives! Part 2 of Our Conversation with Dr. Nir Barzilai.
Is a miracle drug to reverse aging in the near future? In this second part of a two-part Age Wise interview, Silver Solutions CEO Dan Lagani speaks to Dr. Nir Barzilai, the Scientific Director of AFAR (American Federation for Aging Research), about his revolutionary work to reverse the aging process. Find out about the latest anti-aging research involving Metformin as well as the top three things everyone should be doing to extend their healthspan today (hint: you might want to get out of your right chair now).
Jun 3, 2023
14 min
Lifespan vs. Healthspan: A Conversation with Dr. Nir Barzilai on Living Longer, Healthier Lives
In this captivating two-part Age Wise interview, Silver Solutions CEO Dan Lagani delves into the revolutionary thinking of Dr. Nir Barzilai, the Scientific Director of AFAR (American Federation for Aging Research) and the visionary behind the Institute for Aging Research at Albert Einstein College of Medicine. Find out about not only slowing down the aging process but actually reversing it altogether.
May 17, 2023
14 min
Interview with Dr. Barry Jacobs, clinical psychologist and AARP contributor
Top Tips for Family Caregiving – In the latest Age Wise podcast, Silver Solutions CEO Dan Lagani speaks with Dr. Barry Jacobs, a clinical psychologist and AARP contributor, about family dynamics and caregiving. Discover how you can make this essential role less stressful and more productive for everyone!
Apr 6, 2023
13 min
See how one organization is making an impact: Interview with Anika Heavener
The biggest challenges facing our aging population in 2023? In the latest episode of Age Wise, we look at some of the biggest healthcare hurdles facing our aging population including the looming caregiver crisis. Don’t miss this important conversation with Silver Solutions CEO Dan Lagani and his guest, Anika Heavener, VP, Innovation and Investments at the Scan Foundation, a non-profit that’s committing millions of dollars to solve some of America’s most troubling elder health issues.
Feb 15, 2023
15 min
Interview with Jeff Hudson, ElderLife Financial
Growing older has never been more expensive. Are you prepared? Older adults and their families are facing the perfect storm of living longer than ever while inflation continues at historically high levels. Are you prepared to live well for what might be decades post-retirement? In the latest episode of Age Wise, Dan Lagani, CEO of Silver Solutions, speaks to Jeff Hudson of ElderLife Financial about creative financial solutions for your loved ones to live better longer — whether they’re aging in place or planning a move to assisted living. Hear about the key trends in senior living in 2023 as well as the top 3 things every family should know before making these important decisions.
Jan 2, 2023
14 min
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