Kitty Russell was caregiver for her mother who moved to a senior living community. The experience got her thinking about what she wanted for herself in the future. She drafted up an idea, and AARP featured it on their website which created an interesting discussion. Join us to meet Kitty, discuss her idea and talk about all of our dreams for the future.
Steve, When , What date was article in AARP? Thanks
"""Milton lived on back porch?""The Yard man, Gardener? Was there a room on back porch of Mother's House or was the back porch enclosed four seasons back porch? You said, Gardner moved on to your mother's back porch. This was a little confusing. Thank you." "Things in life happen so unexpectedly and quickly, such as falling, breaking a hip? Your visions and planning are being so inspiration.
Wait List, you do not know how long on waitlist. Can the community members look at and brainstorm think about possibilities in addition to wait list housing strategy."
Which community had the excellent memory care where your mother stayed?
Kitty, your visions, inspirations and willingness to share, your ideas are bringing so much inspiration. And thank you Steve.
"Steve, The Alzheimers and Dementia Health Care Proxy Living Will. You had a community discussion on this Steve, and about a healthcare proxy for covid. What kinds of details can you include for your wishes for yourself, especially since so many of us like Kitty, have cared for so many family members."
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12:06:06 From Elizabeth Singleton : Hi, Everyone. It's ELizabeth Singleton with Samson Properties.
12:06:22 From Patricia C : I’m proud to say I’m retired!
12:06:56 From Courtney Nalty : Good morning! Courtney from Generational Support.
12:13:58 From veda vazquez : old is a state of mind, okay your body too
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A Reader Sent Us Her Idea for a Dream Home and Community for Aging. You Can, Too! https://www.aarp.org/livable-communities/housing/info-2023/converting-motels-into-age-friendly-housing.html
12:15:25 From Patricia C : I think we need to be more positive about being older. We have so much to offer as "old" people. Old is not a dirty word.
12:16:07 From veda vazquez : especially in other counties, we are invisible
12:16:28 From c donley to Hosts and panelists : lost visual--screen is black.
12:21:09 From c donley to Hosts and panelists : lost visual again--screen is black.
12:21:43 From Judith Dinitz to Hosts and panelists : I do not see the link to the article -thank you
12:27:51 From Linda Meluski : This idea is basically a planned community. I know that there is one in North Carolina that I believe has medical/dental practices right within their community-it is not a 55+.
12:28:18 From c donley to Hosts and panelists : still no visual. guess it's just me?
12:31:55 From Steve Gurney - ProAging Community : A Reader Sent Us Her Idea for a Dream Home and Community for Aging. You Can, Too! https://www.aarp.org/livable-communities/housing/info-2023/converting-motels-into-age-friendly-housing.html
12:32:14 From Steve Gurney - ProAging Community : Readers Sent Us Their Ideas for Creating Age-Friendly Homes and Communities https://www.aarp.org/livable-communities/housing/info-2023/age-friendly-housing-ideas-from-readers.html
12:32:55 From Steve Gurney - ProAging Community : AARP Livable Communities https://www.aarp.org/livable-communities/
12:37:10 From Karen Friedman to Hosts and panelists : I think there are some continuing care - life care communities that are actually fabulous! I know many people that have made this choice are and very happy!
12:38:12 From Karen Friedman to Hosts and panelists : Why is living in a senior community that meets the needs of older people a bad thing?
12:38:17 From sharon sirkis : How much is your deposit to be on the waiting list? Is it refundable if you decide against it?
12:39:52 From Roslyn Schmidt to Hosts and panelists : I spoke to many builders years ago re one level homes w garage in a neighborhood of varied ages. I spent years trying to find my dream home in Fairfax, within 5-10 miles of medical care. All the builders said they need to construct vertically due to land availability & expense. I found some alternatives in other counties further away. Eventually, I needed to sell my 3 level house & move to condo. I love my condo, but do not like the isolation of a Senior building. Condo Community is completely different from a house community. I still wish, however reality defines what’s available.
12:42:14 From Steve Gurney - ProAging Community : AARP Livable Communities https://www.aarp.org/livable-communities/
12:43:32 From Linda Meluski : This would be a great round table discussion with a builder who does communities that are close to cities.
12:44:21 From Roslyn Schmidt to Hosts and panelists : Additionally, solo aging, independence, & Covid comes in to play. I upgraded my condo to ADA standards.
12:48:21 From Roslyn Schmidt to Hosts and panelists : I’m older now & life is safer on one level.
12:50:39 From Roslyn Schmidt to Hosts and panelists : Steve, I am very proactive, however, reality determines what’s possible at this point in time.
12:51:40 From Roslyn Schmidt to Hosts and panelists : This is also true at hospitals. Innumerable errors & other issues.
12:53:23 From Roslyn Schmidt to Hosts and panelists : I’m my own caregiver & move forward as best I can thru ups & down to stay alive!
12:53:38 From sharon sirkis : Helpful tip from Joyce Meyer, Change your mind about the change!
12:53:50 From Roslyn Schmidt to Hosts and panelists : “Resilient Roz”
12:54:11 From Elva Roy : How can I contact Kitty to invite her to speak via Zoom to my Ambassadors For Aging Well group?