Senior Care Made Simple: An ElderCare Podcast

Sex and intimacy don’t have an expiration date—but they do change over time. In this candid and educational conversation, Dr. Maureen Whelihan joins Senior Care Made Simple to break down the myths surrounding sex after 70, explain what’s normal, and offer practical advice for seniors, caregivers, and adult children navigating this often-unspoken topic.

Whether you’re a senior yourself, caring for aging parents, or sim...

Sex and intimacy don’t have an expiration date—but they do change over time. In this candid and educational conversation, Dr. Maureen Whelihan joins Senior Care Made Simple to break down the myths surrounding sex after 70, explain what’s normal, and offer practical advice for seniors, caregivers, and adult children navigating this often-unspoken topic.

Whether you’re a senior yourself, caring for aging parents, or ...

Many families wait until a crisis forces action. This episode helps listeners recognize the warning signs sooner and take proactive, informed steps—protecting both their loved ones and themselves from unnecessary stress and risk.

Noticing changes in a parent’s memory, behavior, or physical health can be overwhelming—and knowing what to do next isn’t always clear. In this episode of Senior Care Made Simple, we break down the top fiv...

Guest: James A. Cioffi, Esq.

In this important episode of Senior Care Made Simple, we sit down with James A. Cioffi, Esq., one of South Florida’s leading elder law and estate attorneys, to uncover the growing and often hidden issue of caregiver fraud. Whether it involves financial exploitation, misuse of personal information, or manipulation of vulnerable seniors, caregiver fraud is on the rise—and families need to know the warning...

In a revealing episode of the Senior Care Made Simple podcast, Andrea Albertini and guest co-host Lucy Torres delve into the often-overlooked issue of hidden fees in Assisted Living Facilities. This episode uncovers how seemingly minor costs—such as laundry services, medication administration, and transportation—can quickly add up, blindsiding families who thought they had a clear understanding of monthly expenses. The podcast shed...

In this heartfelt episode of Senior Care Made Simple, we welcome Dr. Priscilla Marotta, a distinguished psychologist and expert in senior emotional wellness. Together, we explore why the holiday season—often seen as joyful—can instead be a time of grief, loneliness, and emotional stress for many older adults. Dr. Marotta offers compassionate insights along with practical strategies to help seniors, families, and caregivers navigate...

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In this episode of Senior Care Made Simple, we’re joined by the expert team from Vital Care of West Palm Beach to explore a rapidly growing option in modern healthcare: receiving infusions in the comfort of your own home. Howard Singer and Joshua Vinson break down how home infusion therapy works, what conditions it can support, and why it’s becoming such a valuable solution for seniors who want high-quality car...

In this eye-opening episode of Senior Care Made Simple, hosts Andrea Albertini and Doris Muscarella uncover the serious risks of hiring unlicensed caregivers in senior living and retirement communities. What starts as a routine day at a Florida retirement community turns into a shocking accident — when an unlicensed caregiver, driving with a medical boot on their foot, loses control of their car and crashes into the building, nearl...

Episode Title: Reasons to Believe: Inspiration from NFL Star Gary Reasons

Description: In this uplifting episode of Senior Care Made Simple, hosts Andrea Albertini and Doris Muscarella welcome special guest Gary Reasons, former NFL linebacker and two-time Super Bowl champion with the New York Giants. Gary shares how his experiences on and off the field have shaped his mission to inspire others—especially seniors—to live with purpos...

Episode Summary: In this episode of Senior Care Made Simple, Andrea and Doris sit down with Sharonda McClendon, founder of Three Angels, an elder care planning company dedicated to helping families prepare for the realities of aging. Together, they dive into why planning early is one of the greatest gifts you can give yourself and your loved ones — emotionally, financially, and logistically.

Sharonda shares her expertise in helping...

In this episode, Andrea and Doris dive into the importance of making wellness checks with seniors, and what kinds of simple clues might lead to bigger issues.

Peter V. Keiley is a visionary leader with over 35 years of experience in telecommunications and healthcare technology. As a National Health and Wellness Guide at Big Red Barn Retreat, he drives innovation in healthcare mobility and connectivity, helping organizations exten...

In this episode of Senior Care Made Simple, host Andrea Albertini and co-host Doris Muscarella shine a light on a topic that too often gets overlooked—senior mental health. From loneliness and depression to anxiety and the emotional impact of aging, mental health challenges can be just as important as physical ones. Yet, many families and even healthcare providers avoid talking about it.

Joining the conversation is special guest Al...

Join Andrea Albertini and co-host Doris Muscarella welcome Rebecca Stravakas, COO of the Horizon Care Services brand as they discuss the Top 5 things you need to know about hiring a caregiver:

1. Understand Your Needs

• Clearly define what kind of care is required: companionship, help with daily activities (bathing, dressing, meals), specialized medical support, or dementia care.
• This determines whether you need a non-me...

What happens when you or your loved one hasn’t planned financially for the realities of aging—and the bills for care start piling up? In this eye-opening episode of Senior Care Made Simple, host Andrea Albertini, co-host Doris Muscarella and special guest financial planner Genevieve George explore the tough conversations and urgent decisions families face when financial planning for aging didn’t happen soon enough.

Genevieve takes ...

It's Suicide Prevention Month. Suicide among older adults is one of the most under-discussed public health issues today. While it rarely makes headlines, seniors face one of the highest suicide rates of any age group—and too often, the warning signs go unnoticed or unspoken.

In this episode of Senior Care Made Simple, host Andrea Albertini sheds light on this difficult but urgent topic with a retired volunteer guardian advocate for...

Good nutrition isn’t just about eating well—it’s about living well, especially as we age. In this episode of Senior Care Made Simple, host Andrea Albertini, alongside co-host Doris Muscarella, welcomes Christina Raphael, Registered Dietitian and founder of CSR Nutrition. Christina shares expert insights on how nutrition impacts energy, independence, and overall quality of life for seniors.

We’ll cover:

• Why nutritional needs c...

As we grow older, life’s challenges don’t disappear—they often become more complex. In this episode of Senior Care Made Simple, host Andrea Albertini and co-host Doris Muscarella sit down with licensed mental health therapist Mindy Staum to discuss why mental health concerns can intensify with age and what families can do to support their loved ones.

From anxiety and depression to the impact of isolation, loss, and physical decline...

In this eye-opening episode of Senior Care Made Simple, host Andrea Albertini and co-host Doris Muscarella sit down with seasoned financial planner Genevieve George of Pelican Financial Planning & Wealth to tackle a question many people avoid until it’s too late: Will you have enough money to get old?

Genevieve shares candid insights on the true costs of long-term care, from home health aides to assisted living and skilled nurs...

Managing multiple medications doesn’t have to feel overwhelming. In this episode of Senior Care Made Simple, Andrea and guest co-host Doris Muscarella share 10 smart, practical medication hacks to make pill-taking safer, easier, and less stressful for seniors and caregivers alike. From clever organization tricks to storage tips that prevent mistakes, we’ll help you streamline your daily routine and avoid missed doses.

And guess wha...