Missed the program?  It was great and you can hear the podcast right here!

And you can ALSO listen on Apple podcasts right HERE! 

Iowa Long-Term Care Ombudsman and former Iowa Congressional Candidate, Kim Weaver-Fritzche, returned to the show!  This time, Kim discussed the importance of advocating for our elderly loved-ones in Long-Term Care.  Kim and Dr. Mara had a discussion about the resources for family members and powerful ways to advocate.

Looking for the right Nursing home?  Kim advises to check out CMS Nursing Home Compare.  Specifically, look for turn-over (less is better) and number of agency staff (less is still better.).   

Is your loved one in long-term care?  Every state has a long term ombudsman program.  Contact your local ombudsman!  They can be a confidential resource to guide you in your advocacy and/or step in and advocate for your loved one for you.  AARP has a guide for: How to Find the Long-Term Care Ombudsman in Every State.

Kim Weaver-Fritzche

And Dr. Mara with more about living with passion no matter our age, in an uncertain world… and the start of “lessons from my mom.”

The Passionate Life
NOW available on Audible

Listen to the podcast right HERE!  And on Apple podcasts right HERE!

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Dr. Mara Karpel Clinical Psychologist, Author, Podcaster

Dr. Mara Karpel has been a practicing clinical psychologist for over thirty years, specializing in working with older adults and caregivers, as well as adults of all ages who are dealing with issues of anxiety, depression–or desiring to create more joy in their lives. She also specializes in working with veterans. Dr. Mara is the host of the Blog Talk Radio Show, "Dr. Mara Karpel & Your Golden Years," a program about the social, emotional, and health issues of older adults, caregivers, Boomers, and all who want to grow older with greater health and more joy. She is a regular contributor to Medium and has contributed to Huffington Post, Thrive Global, and Sivana East.

Dr. Mara’s Internationally Best-Selling Book, "The Passionate Life: Creating Vitality & Joy at Any Age," is a guide for all who want to live a more vital, joyful life! After all, Passion, Joy, and Vitality are not just for the young! They are meant for the young at heart no matter what our age.