Most of us want to age at home. But few of us understand what that really requires — or how complicated the home-care world can be.

Palliative care isn’t “giving up”—it’s teaming up. Nurse practitioner Minnie Sabin pulls back the curtain on this often-misunderstood specialty, showing how symptom relief, clear communication, and family support can begin on day one of a serious diagnosis—not just at the end.

I’ve worked with older adults for a long time, and if there’s one thing I’ve learned, it’s this: the hardest conversations are often the most necessary. We plan for weddings, retirements, even vacations—but not for how we want to be cared for when we can’t speak for ourselves. That’s why I invited Kate DeBartolo, Senior Director at the Institute for Healthcare Improvement, to join me for a powerful, practical conversation about how to talk with your loved ones about your wishes for care through the end of life. Spoiler alert: it's not really about dying—it's about how you want to live. 🕰 Timestamps    0:00 – Why we avoid the conversation (and why we shouldn’t)    2:00 – What is The Conversation Project?    4:45 – Why it’s so hard to talk about this stuff    8:20 – Making it personal: creative ways to start the conversation    11:00 – Choosing your decision-maker (and making sure they know)    14:00 – “Just pull the plug” and other myths    18:00 – What really matters: values over medical procedures    22:00 – Free tools to help, including My Health Checklist    26:00 – How this work has changed Kate’s own family conversations 🔜 What’s NextWant to be sure your voice is heard—no matter what happens? Head to theconversationproject.org and download their free guides. They’ll help you prepare, talk, and plan for the care you want, on your terms. 📬 Stay ConnectedIf this episode sparked something for you, send it to someone you love. The best time to talk is now. Subscribe and leave a review wherever you listen to podcasts, visit seniorityauthority.org, or reach out anytime at [email protected].

How targeted sunlight therapy could calm inflammation, support your immune system, and change the future of autoimmune care.

I didn’t know what to expect when I showed up to my first Death Over Drinks event. The name alone was enough to stop me in my tracks—equal parts playful and provocative. But what I found that night was something I didn’t even realize I was looking for: real, meaningful connection. We laughed. We cried. We reflected. And we built something that’s in short supply these days—community.In this episode, I sit down with Laura Cleminson, the visionary behind the Pre Dead Social Club, to talk about why she created this movement, how it’s grown, and why conversations about death are actually conversations about life. 🕰 Timestamps0:00 - How the Pre Dead Social Club began5:41 - Death cafés, mailing lists, and casting a wide net8:49 - What talking about death really means12:05 – How events are structured—and why that matters15:00 - Attracting all ages and backgrounds22:00 - Meeting people where they are28:30 - How to get involved, wherever you are 🔜 What’s NextIf you're curious about your own relationship with mortality—or just want to meet new people in a surprisingly joyful setting—head to predeadsocialclub.com to sign up for the newsletter and get involved. 📬 Stay ConnectedIf this episode moved you, share it with someone you care about. Let’s keep these conversations going, because the more we talk about death, the more alive we all feel. Subscribe and leave a review wherever you listen to podcasts, visit seniorityauthority.org, or get in touch at [email protected].

Drawn from her years as a caregiver and Certified Dementia Support Group Facilitator, as well as her writing, Carol shares effective strategies for caregivers.

What if retirement isn’t the finish line, but a new beginning you haven’t trained for?In this powerful episode, host Cathleen Toomey sits down with Harvard Business School professor emerita Dr. Teresa Amabile to explore the surprising truths behind retirement. Based on a decade of research and 200+ interviews, Dr. Amabile challenges the myth that money and health are all you need for a satisfying life post-career. Make sure not to miss this one—we reframe retirement as a phase requiring intention and reflection (and yes… a little work!)Dr. Teresa Amabile is the Edsel Bryant Ford Professor of Business Administration, Emerita, at Harvard Business School. With a Ph.D. in Psychology from Stanford and over 40 years of research into creativity, motivation, and inner work life, she brings a deep, evidence-based lens to one of life’s biggest transitions: retirement. Her latest book, Retiring: Creating a Life That Works for You, is the result of a decade-long collaborative study with colleagues from MIT, Bentley, and Boston University.From redefining identity to rebuilding purpose, this conversation is filled with practical insights—and moving personal stories—that reframe retirement as a phase requiring intention and reflection (and yes… a little work!). 💬
 What's Next?Check out the book Retiring: Creating a Life That Works for You and start exploring what your next chapter could look like. Try journaling about what purpose and identity mean to you—without your current job title. 🤝
Stay ConnectedSubscribe to Seniority Authority wherever you get your podcasts: https://pod.link/1556496158Follow Cathleen Toomey on LinkedIn Learn more at http://seniorityauthority.org

Is Your Financial Plan Missing Something Big?What if your retirement plan has a blind spot you didn't know existed?In this enlightening episode, host Cathleen Toomey welcomes wealth management experts Tom Sedoric and Casey Snyder of Clove Hitch Advisors to break down the real secrets of retirement success. With decades of experience and national recognition from Forbes, these two know exactly what can derail even the most prepared retiree---and how to fix it.Tom and Casey dive into the psychology of financial planning, including the dangers of optimism bias and recency bias. They discuss why collaboration with estate planners and accountants is essential, and how to create tax flexibility for a more secure future.You'll learn:Why your plan might not be as resilient as you thinkHow to start the financial conversation with your familyThe critical importance of having a written planAnd how financial advisors themselves can future-proof their businesses🔗 Links and Resources:The Optimism Bias by Tali SharotHumble DollarThe EconomistBloombergFinancial TimesThe New York Times ❓ What's Next?What are your views, comments or questions on financial planning for retirement? Share them with us at [email protected]! 🤝🏻 Stay ConnectedConnect with host Cathleen Toomey on LinkedInFind out more on the Seniority Authority website, and follow us on Facebook and InstagramSubscribe to Seniority Authority on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. 🤝🏻 Timestamps00:00 - Intro 02:12 - Common blind spots in financial planning and the importance of anticipating change04:04 - The role of optimism bias and recency bias in retirement planning06:16 - Why collaboration with accountants and estate planners is critical08:22 - Tax flexibility and long-term strategy in light of changing laws13:18 - The increasing gap between capability and need as we age—and why early conversations matter17:12 - Exercises to test financial resilience and the dangers of only planning for best-case scenarios20:11 - How to answer the "How much do I need for retirement?" question22:14 - The importance of team diversity, continuity, and future-proofing a financial firm23:00 - Recommended financial media  2023 | 2024 Source: Forbes.com — Forbes Best-in-State Wealth Advisors ranking was developed by SHOOK Research and is based on in-person, virtual, and telephone due diligence meetings to evaluate each advisor qualitatively, a major component of a ranking algorithm that includes: client retention, industry experience, review of compliance records, and firm nominations; as well as quantitative criteria including assets under management and revenue generated for their firms. Investment performance is not a criterion because client objectives and risk tolerances vary, and advisors rarely have audited performance reports. Rankings are based on the opinions of SHOOK Research, LLC and are not indicative of future performance or representative of any one client's experience. Neither Steward Partners Investment Solutions, LLC nor its Wealth Managers pay a fee to Forbes or SHOOK Research in exchange for the ranking. For more information, visit www.SHOOKresearch.com.

Former SEC leader and Head of Elder Fraud Prevention at Wells Fargo, Ron Long has important tips to share on the latest scams focused on older adults

Bestselling author Ann Leary shares her journey from people-pleasing to reclaiming authenticity, how she navigates post-menopausal prime time and learn why she believes it's never too late to start living for yourself.