The Let's Get Comfy Podcast

Edward Estes, Regional Account Executive at Pruitt Health, shares his journey with the healthcare organization and explains their comprehensive services across multiple states. His passion for healthcare stems from personal experience and a desire to help others, demonstrating how Pruitt Health embodies their family-oriented approach to patient care.

• Pruitt Health began as a pharmacy over 50 years ago and now provides co...

Wound care expert Matt Smith from Gentel reveals how they're transforming senior care through comprehensive staff education and innovative products like collagen-based dressings and honey-based solutions from their new acquisition, ManukaMed.

• Gentel is the leading wound care company in the US and globally, manufacturing and distributing their own complete line of advanced wound care supplies
• Collagen-based pro...

Analytics expert Dov Greenberg, founder of Boosted Analytical, reveals how data management transforms skilled nursing facility operations and improves patient care. Specializing in Payroll-Based Journal (PBJ) compliance, Greenberg demonstrates how proper data handling directly impacts star ratings, reimbursement, and ultimately the quality of care provided to residents.

• Processing millions of rows of data to track staffi...

Joy McMillan transforms healthcare compliance from a reactive scramble to a proactive partnership through her firm, JAD Infection Control Experts. As she explains during our engaging conversation at the Florida Healthcare 2025 Annual Conference, her approach helps organizations address regulatory requirements while genuinely improving patient safety and quality outcomes.

With credentials that would make most professionals&...

CHE Behavioral Health Services provides mental health support to seniors in skilled nursing facilities through a holistic, client-centered approach that addresses past trauma and current challenges. Their 31-year expertise helps facilities meet compliance requirements while delivering compassionate care through psychiatry and psychology services.

• Dr. Phyllis Kennedy Howell (National Clinical Director of Psychiatry) and H...

Julie Morris, President of the Florida Healthcare Association Board of Directors and Vice President of Operations for Aston Health, shares her 30-year journey in long-term care and her vision for improving senior care in Florida through advocacy, innovation, and mentorship.

• Worked in long-term care for 30 years with extensive experience in multi-site operations
• Served on the Florida Healthcare Association board for...

Traci Lamb shares her powerful personal journey as a caregiver while introducing Odessa Connect, an innovative technology that transforms any TV into a simple two-way communication platform for seniors. Her five-year caregiving experience provides valuable insights on balancing personal wellbeing with the responsibilities of caring for aging parents.

• From award-winning recruiter to caregiving entrepreneur, Traci's d...

What drives a military logistics specialist to become a champion for veteran suicide prevention? For Brianne Brown, it wasn't just career evolution—it was a calling born from personal experience.

In this powerful conversation, Air Force veteran Brianne Brown pulls back the curtain on her journey from military service to her vital work as Central Florida Regional Program Director for The Fire Watch. With raw honesty, s...

Norman Harris welcomes Michelle Hogan, Associate Director of Community Donations at Metropolitan Ministries, for a conversation about finding purpose through service and making an impact on homelessness.

• Michelle's childhood experiences with racism sparked her passion for advocacy and social justice
• Metropolitan Ministries serves the homeless through services that alleviate suffering, promote dignity, and inst...

Dr. Rainey Semia shares her journey from healthcare to real estate, demonstrating how to build multiple successful businesses through systems, processes, and a servant's heart. Her path from occupational therapist to nursing home administrator to real estate entrepreneur offers valuable insights for professionals seeking to diversify their careers and income streams.

• Moving from occupational therapy to nursing home ...

Miranda Johnson's entrepreneurial intuition first sparked in middle school when a teacher suggested she'd make a good secretary. Her response? "No, I'm going to be Miranda Queen instead of Burger King." That early confidence blossomed into a remarkable business journey spanning construction, transportation, and now leadership development.

From her earliest days selling candy in school hallways and ...

What happens to mental health when independence is lost? Steve Lamonaco, President and CEO of Thrive Behavioral Science, pulls back the curtain on the often-overlooked psychological challenges facing nursing home residents and their families.

Drawing from his remarkable journey spanning four decades in elder care—from nursing assistant to CEO—Steve shares how his firsthand experiences shaped Thrive's innovative approa...

Caitlyn Whitmoyer shares her journey from burnout as an educational consultant to becoming a wellness coach and entrepreneur helping educators find freedom and balance through holistic health practices.

• Owner of Hand in Health Wellness, helping educators find their pathway to freedom
• Co-founder of Thread Education, bringing well-being into schools to strengthen culture
• Defines holistic health as multidimensio...

Arlene Grasso’s inspiring journey reveals the importance of creating accessible living spaces for seniors wishing to age in place. Through her work with Access and Design, she empowers individuals and their families to prepare proactive modifications that ensure safety and independence at home.

• Aging in place as a desire for over 95% of seniors 
• Importance of home modifications to maintain independence 
• AARP’...

Caregiving can be both a rewarding and overwhelming experience, but there is power in community support and self-care. Jazmar Bennett shares her journey of resilience and motivation as a caregiver and offers valuable insights on the importance of prioritizing mental health and utilizing available resources. The conversation emphasizes that every caregiver has the potential to make a significant comeback, urging listeners to embrace...

Dr. Thomas Edwards shares his extensive journey through healthcare, highlighting the importance of personalized and compassionate patient care. The episode discusses challenges in communication, the role of technology, and memorable experiences that shape a physician's approach to healthcare. 
• Dr. Edwards' background and early influences in medicine 
• The evolution of his career from paramedic to physician 

Join us as we welcome the dynamic Dr. Yvette Guzman, CEO of Olive Health, who reveals her passionate mission to transform healthcare for the elderly and those with disabilities in Central Florida. Inspired by volunteering with the Special Olympics, Dr. Guzman's journey shows how early experiences can ignite a lifelong commitment to removing healthcare barriers and advocating for those in need. Her captivating story of entrepre...

Join us for an enlightening conversation with Karen Northover, a trailblazing healthcare administrator renowned for her transformative impact on the Florida chapter of the American College of Healthcare Administrators. Discover the remarkable journey from just three members to an astounding 385, and gain insider knowledge on evaluating skilled nursing facilities with practical tips like weekend visits and the importance of survey b...