Get Ready for Better Aging

By: Mind Body Spirit.fm
  • Summary

  • There is no manual on how to prepare for aging - where to live, medical care, enjoying life. Jacqui Clark is a Certified Senior Advisor and aging expert who guides us through the complex topics of aging. Her passion is to help people age well. She and other industry experts explore senior services, living options, and memory care. She tackles tough conversations like cognitive decline, fear of change, and mobility. Everyone has a story, and from these stories, we learn about resources as well as practical ideas for everyday living, both physically and mentally. Whether it’s for yourself or your loved ones – listen and get ready for better aging.
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Episodes
  • From Farm to Fame: Molé Mama’s Flavorful Second Act
    Mar 4 2025
    In this episode, Jacqui Clark sits down with Diana Silva, aka Molé Mama, to explore her incredible journey from a dairy farm childhood to becoming a Silicon Valley executive, Food Network competitor, and passionate advocate for culinary storytelling. Diana shares her rich Mexican-Portuguese heritage, the deep connections created through cooking, and the importance of preserving family recipes. They dive into bold aging, embracing gray hair, navigating health challenges like AFib, and the resilience needed to reinvent oneself at any age. Diana’s story is an inspiring testament to following your passions, staying vibrant, and building a meaningful second act. Tune in for a conversation full of heart, humor, and a dash of spice! You can find Diana at molemama.com Diana will be at the Tucson Festival of Books on March 15th and 16th and the Los Angeles Times Festival of Books on April 26th and 27th. Upcoming Book Events: https://www.molemama.com/events Coming soon… You can find a YouTube video covering her whole AFib journey. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/molemama Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mole_mama/ YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC84wlsY9xuVhRd_CkNdVdqg Links and Resources: (Jacqui Clark) This Is Living Well - https://www.thisislivingwell.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/getreadyforbetteraging Aging Well Magazine - https://www.thisislivingwell.com/magazine Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/GetReadyforBetterAging Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    46 mins
  • The Critical Role of Speech-Language Pathology in Neurological Care
    Feb 25 2025
    In this episode of Get Ready for Better Aging, host Jacqui Clark welcomes Lindsey Ann Unger, a certified medical speech-language pathologist, to discuss the vital yet often overlooked role of SLPs in neurological diseases like Parkinson’s, ALS, MS, and dementia. With cases of Parkinson’s rising by 50% in a decade, early intervention is more critical than ever—yet only 3–5% of patients see an SLP. Lindsey shares how therapy improves speech, swallowing, cognition, and breath control, ultimately enhancing quality of life. She also dives into the challenges of insurance coverage, the impact of therapy disruptions, and the importance of voice exercises in aging. Tune in to learn practical vocal health tips, the power of neuroplasticity, and how programs like Speak Out! help Parkinson’s patients maintain their voices. Don’t miss this eye-opening conversation! Connect with Lindsey Ann Unger, MS CCC-SLP www.conversewithconfidence.com LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/lindsey-unger-26a4ba21b Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/conversewithconfidence Links and Resources: (Jacqui Clark) This Is Living Well - https://www.thisislivingwell.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/getreadyforbetteraging Aging Well Magazine - https://www.thisislivingwell.com/magazine Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/GetReadyforBetterAging Links to the organization mentioned in the show: Stroke Support: https://www.heart.org/en/stroke-groups/stroke--aphasia-zoom-chats Parkinson Voice Project: https://parkinsonvoiceproject.org/program/find-a-provider/ Parkinsons Support Groups: https://www.parkinson.org/resources-support/find-your-chapter ALS Support Groups: https://www.als.org/support/support-groups Tremble Clefs Singing Groups: https://www.trembleclefs.com Glennar Foundation: https://glenner.org/services/caregiver-support-groups/ Multiple Sclerosis Support Groups: https://www.nationalmssociety.org/resources/get- connected/online-communities Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    50 mins
  • Finding Your Tribe: Support, Solutions & Community for Caregivers
    Feb 11 2025
    Caring for an aging loved one can be overwhelming, but you don’t have to do it alone. In this episode, Jacqui welcomes Cameron Crawford, founder of the Aging Parent Tribe Facebook group and Next Steps Senior Placement. Inspired by her mother’s Alzheimer’s diagnosis, Cameron created a judgment-free, supportive community where caregivers can share experiences, ask questions, and find local resources. Jacqui and Cameron discuss the emotional toll of caregiving, the power of shared experiences, and how the group helps members navigate everything from legal documents to daily frustrations. They also explore the importance of local connections, expert advice, and real-life support beyond the internet. Whether you're a hands-on caregiver or managing care from a distance, this episode offers insight, hope, and practical solutions. Tune in to learn how Aging Parent Tribe is making a difference and how you can be part of this growing community. Listen now and find your tribe. Connect with Cameron Crawford, CSA, MBA: Website - www.NextStepsSenior.com LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/in/cameron-crawford-mba-csa-78154943 Facebook - www.facebook.com/nextstepssenior Aging Parent Tribe Colorado - www.facebook.com/groups/agingparenttribesouthdenver Links and Resources: (Jacqui Clark) This Is Living Well - https://www.thisislivingwell.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/getreadyforbetteraging Aging Well Magazine - https://www.thisislivingwell.com/magazine Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/GetReadyforBetterAging Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    45 mins

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