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Bob Andrade shares his family's twelve-year Alzheimer's journey, reflecting on difficult care decisions, the impact of COVID, creative use of technology, and the enduring love and resilience that sustained his mother...
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Aging With Dignity
Hosted by Varsha Bhat · society · EN
About this Podcast:
Your host Varsha, with deep local roots, launched this podcast in 2025 in direct response to a need she identified across South Asian communities in Montreal. Having gained key insights into the state of health care and support services as her own parents faced end-of-life challenges, she discovered many families across Montreal are just not aware of the scope of services and support available.The goal is to unite and connect people across the community with one objective in mind - to find and understand the resources available to us in Montreal to help with Aging with Dignity. You’ll hear tips and receive guidance from a variety of guests - industry and medical professionals, community-based services, and families finding new ways of dealing with the joys and challenges of longer life spans.Interviews and commentaries on topics including elderly care at home, standard and special-need legal documents, family and societal challenges of dealing with long-term health issues, managing
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What is Aging With Dignity about?
Your host Varsha, with deep local roots, launched this podcast in 2025 in direct response to a need she identified across South Asian communities in Montreal.
Who hosts Aging With Dignity?
Aging With Dignity is hosted by Varsha Bhat. The show has published 57 episodes to date.
What has Aging With Dignity covered recently?
Recent episodes include "12 Years of Alzheimer's: Lessons from a Son's Journey - AWD Season 5 Episode 5" (27 October 2026, 46 minutes), "Protecting Your Brain: What the Science Says - AWD Season 5 Episode 4" (20 October 2026, 26 minutes), and "Who is AgeTECH Really Designing For?" (13 October 2026, 26 minutes).
How often does Aging With Dignity publish?
Aging With Dignity publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 36 minutes across 57 episodes.
How hard is it to get booked on Aging With Dignity?
Booking probability for Aging With Dignity is 33%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Aging With Dignity requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Aging With Dignity's contact route on record: verified email.
Who should pitch Aging With Dignity?
The strongest fits for Aging With Dignity are Family & Social Services. Aging With Dignity has a society audience.
About the host
Varsha Bhat hosts Aging With Dignity, a society podcast with 57 episodes published.
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- Oct 20, 202626 minS5
Can healthy habits reduce the risk of cognitive decline? Jade Crystal from Women's Brain Health Initiative shares the latest science on brain health, dementia prevention, and free evidence-based resources that empower...
Episode #3
Who is AgeTECH Really Designing For?
Oct 13, 202626 minS5What does the future of aging look like? Join Varsha Bhat at AgeTech Discovery Days at McGill and Université de Montréal as she explores emerging technologies, aging at home, independence, and one essential question...
- Oct 6, 202635 min
What if protecting your brain health starts long before symptoms appear? Dr. Ziad Nasreddine, creator of the Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA), discusses prevention, early detection, digital innovation, and how each...
- Sep 29, 202645 minS5
How do culture, language, and family values shape the dementia journey? Dr. Navjot Gill-Chawla discusses dementia in South Asian communities, culturally responsive care, and practical resources that help families...
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- Sep 15, 202635 minS4
Season 4 took Aging With Dignity beyond the podcast studio and into communities, conversations, events and new resources. Join Varsha as she reflects on the season’s memorable moments, introduces new Resources, and...
- Sep 1, 202639 minS4
Educator and founder Andrew Karesa explores his personal dementia journey and how it led to building BlueBell Village and The Dementia Collective. We discuss purpose, dignity, and how lived experience can reshape...
Episode #16
Staying Home Safely: The Hidden Economics of Aging in Place - Aging with Dignity Season 4 Ep. 9
Aug 25, 202637 minCan aging in place be safer and more affordable than assisted living? Erica Sell shares practical strategies for home safety, accessibility, and planning ahead, helping families make informed decisions that protect...
Episode #8
Can Dementia Be Prevented? What the Science Is Telling Us - Aging with Dignity Season 4 Ep. 8
Aug 18, 202635 minS4Can dementia be prevented? Research suggests many risk factors may be modifiable. Dr. Stéfanie Tremblay shares the latest science on brain health, lifestyle, social determinants, and what individuals and communities can...
- Aug 11, 202642 min
What happens when aging plans fall apart? Litigation attorney Stewart Litvack shares lessons from real-world family disputes involving powers of attorney, capacity, estate planning, caregiving, and end-of-life...
Episode #6
Aging with Dignity Season 4 Episode 6 - Loving Through Dementia: A Husband's Journey of Care
Aug 4, 202650 minS4How do you care for someone you love while helping them continue to truly live? Colin Acheson shares his deeply personal journey caring for his wife through dementia, offering heartfelt lessons on love, resilience...
Episode #5
Aging with Dignity Season 4 Episode 5: Building a Culture of Care: One Year of Aging With Dignity
Jul 28, 202616 minS4Celebrating one year of Aging With Dignity, this special anniversary episode reflects on a year of conversations, connections, and lessons about caregiving, aging, and dignity. Join Varsha Bhat as she shares highlights...
Episode #4
Aging with Dignity Season 4 Episode 4: Through a Sister's Eyes: Family, Down Syndrome, and Dementia
Jul 21, 202628 minS4Kevin lived a full and meaningful life with Down syndrome before developing Alzheimer's disease. His sister, Colleen Kelly, shares their family's caregiving journey, the importance of compassionate healthcare, and...
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Aging with Dignity Season 4 Episode 2: Beyond Retirement: A Conversation Every Family Should Have
Jul 7, 202627 minS4What happens when retirement plans meet the reality of needing care? In this episode, Raymond Lavine joins Aging With Dignity to discuss family conversations, care planning, financial preparedness, and practical steps...
- Jun 30, 202637 minS4
In this powerful Season 4 opener, Claire Webster shares her insights on dementia education, caregiver burnout, and the urgent need for stronger community and institutional support for caregivers navigating the emotional...
- Jun 16, 202621 minS3
<p>In this Season 3 finale, we join the Alzheimer Society of Montreal Walk to hear powerful stories from families, caregivers, volunteers, and community leaders. A moving reminder of the hope, resilience, and connection...
- Jun 9, 202647 minS3
<p>Avi Parmar shares his journey as an only child navigating his mother’s illness and loss, while now caring for his father living with early dementia—revealing the evolving reality of grief, responsibility, and...
- Jun 2, 202631 minS3
<p>Charlie Pechousek shares his caregiving journey supporting both parents as their needs evolve into separate living arrangements. A story of difficult decisions, cultural expectations, and carrying responsibility...
- May 26, 202652 minS3
<p>Three sisters share their family’s caregiving journey: supporting their mother through dementia until her passing, and now caring for their father in early stages. A story of love, loss, cultural expectations, and...
- May 19, 202643 minS3
<p>Jerry Godinho shares his caregiving journey as an only child supporting aging parents from a distance—navigating dementia, cultural expectations, and loss. A deeply human story about duty, family, and what care looks...
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