Episode #37
Home Sharing Made Easy in MoCo
Guests:
Michele Higgs and Mary Hunter with HIP’s Montgomery County Home Sharing Program is supported by Montgomery County’s Department of Health & Human Services, and offers free access to the Silvernest platform, which provides background checks, lease creators and home sharing insurance. No rental subsidies will be offered as part of this pilot program.
Original broadcast on Engage@HOME | Episode #38
Helping our Community Stay Engaged
Guests:
Shawn Brennan and Lylie with the County's Aging and Disability Services. This episode features short introductions to online County-endorsed activities that provide stimulating opportunities to stay engaged. We present a range of options that are available virtually and offered low cost or free. Click here to view the presentation document.
Orignally broadcast on Engage@HOME
| RESOURCES
For caregiver support contract: Montgomery County's Aging and Disability Services
Call 240-777-3000
We now have a YouTube channel: Engage@HOME, that helps caregivers to stay engaged!
To learn more about::
HIP’s Montgomery County Home Sharing Program
Call- Michele Higgs at 301-85-SHARE (301-857-4273)
Email- homeshare@HIPhomes.org
Go to- www.HIPhomes.org/home-sharing |
Episode #35
Soporte con solo una Llamada
Guest:
Briggitte McLean con los Servicios para Personas Mayores y Discapacitados del Condado. Aprenda a obtener apoyo para usted, un ser querido o un vecino. El condado ayuda a las personas que llaman a encontrar asistencia con vivienda, comida, transporte, cuidado de ancianos, apoyo para el cuidado y mucho más.
Llamada : 240-777-3000 | Episode #36
Support Just A Call Away
Guest:
Briggitte McLean with the County's Aging and Disability Services. Learn how to gain support for yourself, a loved one or neighbor. The County helps callers find assistance with housing, food, transportation, eldercare, caregiving support and much more.
Call : 240-777-3000 | RESOURCES
For caregiver support contract: Montgomery County's Aging and Disability Services
Call 240-777-3000
We now have a YouTube channel: Engage@HOME, that helps caregivers to stay engaged!
To learn more about our two featured interviews visit:
Montgomery County's bi-lingual Resources:
Language Assistance
Transportation
Seniors & Person's with Disabilities
and many more |
Episode #33
A BREAK FOR CAREGIVERS
Guest:
Julia Abate with The Arc, Montgomery County. If you reside in Montgomery County and are an unpaid, primary caregiver for an older adult, living in the same household, the County's Respite program can provide short-term relief for a few hours, a day, a weekend, or sometimes longer. | Episode #34
UNWIND WITH MEDITATION
Guest:
Lylie Fisher with the County's Caregiver Support Program offers an extended Guided Meditation so you can treat yourself to a little bit of calm over the holidays. Find a comfortable chair and enjoy some easygoing relaxation. | RESOURCES
For caregiver support contract: Montgomery County's Aging and Disability Services
We now have a YouTube channel: Engage@HOME, that helps caregivers to stay engaged!
To learn more about our two featured interviews visit:
Respite Care with The Arc Montgomery County
and
Montgomery County's Caregiver Support Program |
Episode #29
INDEPENDENT LIVING FOR ALL
Originally recorded for Engage@HOME
Guests:
Sarah Basehart and Shannon Minnick
with Independence Now share extensive independent living resources and equal access supports for people with disabilities residing in Montgomery and Prince George's Counties.
Click to view Engage@HOME interview | Episode #30
KEEPING ACTIVE AND ENGAGED
Originally recorded for Engage@HOME
Guest:
Robin Riley, director of Montgomery County's Recreation provides an extensive overview of the virtual and in-person resources that are available for older adults and all ages. During the changes associated with Covid-19 County residents continue to have access to quality recreation programs. The Recreation team are constantly developing enhanced virtual and now in-person experiences.
Click to view Engage@HOME interview | RESOURCES
For caregiver support contract: Montgomery County's Aging and Disability Services
Montgomery County's Engage@HOME that supports engaging well!
To learn more about our two featured interviews visit:
Montgomery County Recreation
or call Recreation Customer Service: 240-777-6840
County's senior meal program - please call: 240-460-2236
and
Independence Now
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Episode #27
PROTECTING VULNERABLE ELDERS
Originally recorded for Engage@HOME
Guest:
Sydney Palinkas with the Charles E Smith's ElderSafe Center shares information about this most critical program, its services and supports. Additionally we learn about ElderSafe's Community Resource Guide and other ElderSafe materials.
Click to view Engage@HOME interview | Episode #28
THE BEACON: KEEPING IT LOCAL
Originally recorded for Engage@HOME
Guest:
Stewart Rosenthal shares how for more than 30 years, the Beacon has been the Greater Washington area's premier monthly publication for readers 50+. Features on health, money, technology, law, housing, travel and the arts. Nearly 100,000 copies distributed free of charge through more than 1500 sites; also available online at the BeaconNewspapers.com and by subscription.
Click to view Engage@HOME interview | RESOURCES
For caregiver support contract: Montgomery County's Aging and Disability Services
Montgomery County's Engage@HOME that supports engaging well!
To learn more about our two featured interviews visit:
ElderSafe Center
and
The Beacon Newspapers
and their 2020 virtual 50+ Expo
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Episode #25
HOW TO MAINTAIN WELL BEING
Originally recorded for Engage@HOME
Guests:
Shanze Lewis and Blanca Cuevo discuss information about the Primary Care Coalition and its upcoming Compassion Fatigue Training. The Primary Care Coalition (PCC) makes health happen. PCC works with clinics, hospitals, health care providers, and other community partners to coordinate health care and related services for people experiencing vulnerability.These virtual workshops welcome unpaid caregivers so they can gain support and learn new approaches to maintaining their health.
Click to view Engage@HOME interview |
Episode #26
INTER-GENERATIONAL ENGAGEMENT
Originally recorded for Engage@HOME
Guest:
Leah Bradley shares how Empowering the Ages (ETA) transforms lives through facilitating and nurturing relationships across all generations. ETA connects people to each other and their communities to share, learn and feel valued. Communities where people from all generations contribute to each other’s well-being, feel connected and are valued for their unique skills and perspectives.
Click to view Engage@HOME interview |
RESOURCES
For caregiver support contract: Montgomery County's Aging and Disability Services
Montgomery County's Engage@HOME that supports engaging well!
To register and learn more about our two featured interviews visit:
Primary Care Coalition
and
Empowering the Ages
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Episode #23
JUST US at the National Gallery of Art
Originally recorded for Engage@HOME
Guest:
Lorena Bradford shares information about the Just Us program that provides interactive, discussion-based experiences for people with memory loss and their care partners. Participants explore two works of art during virtual sessions on Zoom, meeting weekly on Mondays. No knowledge about art, art history, or museums is required
Click to view Engage@HOME interview | Episode #24
SEE ME at the SMITHSONIAN
Originally recorded for Engage@HOME
Guests:
Amy Castine and Robin Marquis discuss the Smithsonian's interactive online program for adults with dementia and their care partners. On the first and third Wednesdays of the month, pre-registered participants explore some of the Smithsonian's most beloved objects via Zoom in small group discussion and multi-sensory activities. See Me provides intellectual engagement, opportunities for socialization, and the ability for loved ones to spend time together in a relaxed setting.
Click to view Engage@HOME interview | RESOURCES
For caregiver support contract: Montgomery County's Aging and Disability Services
Montgomery County's Engage@HOME that supports engaging well!
To register and learn more about our two featured interviews visit:
National Gallery of Art's - Just Us
The Smithsonian's See Me program |
Episode #19
THE ART OF JOURNALING
Originally recorded for Engage@HOME
Guest:
Lori Ann Roth, Ph.D. A specialist in human development and "reflective growth", Lori lives in Florida and shares a life time of insights and benefits associated with journaling
Click to view Engage@HOME interview |
Episode #20
MONTGOMERY COUNTY'S AMSS SUPPORTS MUSLIM COMMUNITY
Originally recorded for Engage@HOME
Guest:
Mona Negm, President and Founder of The American Muslim Senior Society (AMSS). AMSS mission is to empower diverse, under-served older adults and family caregivers through access to tools and resources that can assist them to live with dignity in the communities.
Click to view Engage@HOME interview |
RESOURCES
For caregiver support contract: Montgomery County's Aging and Disability Services
Montgomery County's Engage@HOME for Caregivers
American Muslim Senior Society Visit the American Muslim Senior Society's website |
Episode #11
A LAYERED APPROACH TO CAREGIVING
County Police supporting vulnerable residents to remain safe
Guest:
Officer Laurie Reyes, the County's Autism, Intellectual, Developmental Disabilities (IDD) and Alzheimer's Outreach Program |
Episode #12
BE PREPARED FOR AN EMERGENCY
County services to help residents plan for the unexpected
Guest:
Joe Corona, Montgomery County Office of Emergency Management and Homeland Security
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Episode #9
MONTGOMERY'S COUNTY'S VILLAGES
Supporting neighborhood connections, resource sharing and community based programs
Guest:
Pazit Aviv, Program Coordinator with the County's HHS Area Agency on Aging. | Episode #10
END OF LIFE CARE with CaringMatters
Non profit based in Montgomery County that provides community hospice supports through its volunteer programs
Guests:
Allison Stearns, Executive Director
Penny Gladhill, Director of CaringMatters, Volunteer Helping Hands | RESOURCES
Montgomery County's Aging and Disability Services
Montgomery County's Village Program
CaringMatters |
Episode #3
MONTGOMERY COUNTY’S DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES (Area Agency on Aging)
Mobility, Transportation, Home Care Services, Aging and Disability Resource Unit (ADRU).
Guests:
Shawn Brennan,Transportation and Mobility Manager
Dr Kimberly Johnson, Supervisory Social Worker, Acting Assistant Administrator, Assessment APS + Care Management Services
Briggitte McLean, Client Assistant Specialist (ADRU) (English and in Spanish at minute 21:21 - en español al minuto 21:21) |
Episode #4
ALZHEIMER’S ASSOCIATION (National Capital Area Chapter)
Support Groups, Memory Café’s, Caregiver Education and Care Consultations
Guests:
Sheila Griffith, Program Manager
Diane Vance, Program Manager and Care Consultations |
RESOURCES
Montgomery County's Senior Transportation and Mobility
Montgomery County’s Department of Transportation
Montgomery County's Aging and Disability Services
Alzheimer’s Association
Alzheimer’s Association – National Capital Area Chapter |
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The MoCo Caregiver Podcast series is published by Montgomery County Department of Health and Human Services, Aging and Disability Services - Caregiver Support Program.
