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Navigating the journey of aging can be complex, but you're not alone. Take the next step towards a fulfilling and empowered aging experience.

Conversations on Aging, A podcast hosted by Wendy Jones, founder of Next Steps 4 Seniors, delivers insights and resources on aging, healthcare, independence and so much more, helping families navigate the journey with dignity and care. Join senior living expert Wendy Jones on the Conversations on Aging podcast, where she and her guests delve into topics that matter most to seniors and their famili

es. From understanding Medicare and exploring senior living options to addressing caregiver burnout and embracing natural wellness strategies, each episode offers practical advice and heartfelt discussions. Recent topics include:

Safeguarding income with supplemental insurance

Managing stress and avoiding burnout in dementia caregiving

Exploring natural healing through gut health and lifestyle

Embracing aging with confidence and gratitude

Whether you're planning for your own future or supporting a loved one, Wendy provides the tools and insights to help you make informed decisions with confidence and grace.

09/12/2025

🌅 Afternoons with Dementia: Understanding Sundowning 🌅
Why do dementia symptoms often worsen in the late afternoon and evening? In this episode of Conversations on Aging, Wendy Jones and guest Erica Ancel explore the realities of sundowning—from the signs caregivers should watch for to practical strategies that bring peace and comfort.

With both professional insight and heartfelt compassion, Erica reminds us that while dementia may change daily routines, it never erases the person we love. 💙

🎧 Listen here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/afternoons-with-dementia-understanding-sundowning/id1713805209?i=1000723581764

09/09/2025

💙 Grief Wears Many Faces 💙
Grief touches us all—but it doesn’t look the same for everyone. In this heartfelt episode of Conversations on Aging, Wendy Jones sits down with Jackie Janson, a master rapid transformational coach, to talk about navigating loss, family dynamics, and the importance of setting boundaries while healing.

Together, they remind us that caring for ourselves is a vital part of walking through grief—and that every journey is unique. 🌿✨

🎧 Listen here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/best-of-grief-wears-many-faces/id1713805209?i=1000724033642

09/08/2025

✨ Am I Invisible? ✨
In this powerful episode of Conversations on Aging with Wendy Jones, guest Frank Rosenbaum shines a light on the reality many seniors face—feeling unseen in today’s fast-paced, tech-driven world.

From learning new skills like using an iPhone to finding joy in volunteering and hobbies, Frank shares how seniors can stay active, engaged, and connected. 💡💬

Together, we explore how a change in mindset, intergenerational activities, and simple acts of kindness can help older adults feel valued and visible again.

🎧 Listen here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/am-i-invisible/id1713805209?i=1000725137399

08/28/2025

How do we keep hope alive as we age? Wendy Jones and Roz Burns share the keys: stay socially connected, embrace creativity, and make a difference in someone else’s life. 🌸
🎧 Hear the full conversation:
https://open.spotify.com/episode/0mMkcHaZYK7mTrR9EmTmJS?si=zlTfgEWnQPavGyj5uHGVlA

08/26/2025

🌸 The end of life can be faced with peace, dignity, and love. In this Conversations on Aging episode, Wendy Jones shares guidance on how to prepare well—medically, practically, and spiritually—so families can focus on what matters most. 💙

🎧 Listen here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/45CJ0lUqqg1dOF5UUBRzWb?si=e322dc9dd3e442dc

✨ A reminder that even in life’s hardest moments, hope and compassion can lead the way.

08/25/2025

🌿 New Episode Alert! 🌿
Anxiety doesn’t just affect the young—it’s something many seniors quietly carry too. In this episode of Conversations on Aging, Wendy Jones opens up an important discussion on how anxiety impacts older adults, and what steps can be taken to find peace, comfort, and hope in daily life. 💙

🎧 Listen here:
https://open.spotify.com/episode/5mZTW8Q2bwDV6zgNpoY3eJ?si=4b49f806973240cc

✨ If you or a loved one have ever felt overwhelmed, this conversation is for you.

08/20/2025

What’s the #1 fear most people face in their final years? 🕊️
It often comes down to not asking the right questions at the right time.
Dr. Pamela Pyle joins Wendy Jones on the Next Steps 4 Seniors: Conversations on Aging Podcast to share how families can navigate healthcare, have the tough conversations, and prepare to end well.
🎧 Tune in now → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/next-steps-4-seniors-conversations-on-aging-with-wendy/id1713805209?i=1000722645059

www.nextsteps4seniors.com

07/28/2025

In this uplifting episode of Conversations on Aging, Wendy Jones explores how to rediscover your purpose later in life. Whether you’re stepping into retirement, adjusting to a new caregiving role, or simply asking, “What’s next?”—this conversation will help you find clarity, confidence, and renewed direction.
🎧 Listen now: https: https://open.spotify.com/episode/03YNoHiGabiP43duWOHeWQ...

07/26/2025

In this episode of Conversations on Aging, Wendy Jones shares tips to simplify your move by organizing and decluttering—making the process easier, stress-free, and even enjoyable.

🎧 Listen to the full episode here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/38c0wHNaDXng3IzBaN97fm?si=60c5fd7869c54e38

06/21/2025

In this heartfelt episode of Next Steps 4 Seniors: Conversations on Aging, we explore the art of giving and receiving forgiveness—and how holding onto pain can block healing, peace, and grace.

Drawing from Hebrews 12:15 and Matthew 6:14, we unpack how:

Bitterness keeps us stuck in the past

Forgiveness opens the door to freedom

Letting go restores not only relationships—but our own hearts

✨ “Forgiveness is not just an act of kindness — it’s a divine invitation to freedom.”

🎧 Listen now and share with someone who may need to hear this message today.
👇 Who have you forgiven—or who do you need to forgive?

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/do-you-have-anyone-to-forgive/id1713805209?i=1000712263446

06/10/2025

🎙️ Best of Conversations on Aging – Back by Popular Demand!
"The Impact of Genetic Testing on Medication Management"

This episode was too impactful not to revisit. Wendy Jones is joined by Frank Dubois from GeneSight to explore how personalized genetic testing is transforming the way seniors manage medications. 💊

Frank shares a powerful real-life story of one patient’s breakthrough, and Wendy unpacks why more nurse practitioners are embracing this cutting-edge tool to improve quality of life.

If you missed it the first time, now’s your chance to tune in to a conversation that could truly change lives.

🎧 Listen now on your favorite podcast platform
📱 And follow us here and on Instagram for more inspiring content!

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-impact-of-genetic-testing-on-medication-management/id1713805209?i=1000711005533

06/09/2025

🌿 New Episode Alert! 🌿
"Embracing Change: The Evolution of Senior Living Communities" is now live!

In this 12-minute episode, Wendy Jones sits down with Erica Ancel, Director of Operations, to explore how senior living is evolving—and what that means for both seniors and caregivers. 💬 They discuss the emotional and practical aspects of transitioning to a senior community, the importance of caregiver well-being, and how intergenerational connections can bring new life to aging.

🎧 Listen now and join the conversation about embracing change as a step toward growth:
🔗 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/embracing-change-the-evolution-of-senior/id1713805209?i=1000711823078

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