ComForConnections: Aging and Home Care Podcast

As an aging services professional, staying up-to-date can be daunting, especially in the dynamic care continuum. That is why we have designed our episodes for busy professionals like you, who are deeply passionate about providing the best care possible to older adults.In our upcoming episodes, you will hear from leading experts and aging services professionals who will provide knowledge, insight and the latest best practice tips that can be used to inspire your own professional growth, your colleagues and those you serve. Visit ComForConnections.com to download tips and resources, view show notes and access our episodes. You can also subscribe and listen to our podcast on your favorite app.

ComForConnections: Aging and Home Care Podcast is a health podcast hosted by ComForCare, with 53 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

ComForCare hosts ComForConnections: Aging and Home Care Podcast, a health show with 53 episodes published.

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  Episode #53

  Aging Well the Joyspan Way with Dr. Kerry Burnight

  Sep 9, 202640 min

  While most families measure successful outcomes purely in years, gerontologist Dr. Kerry Burnight offers a refreshing perspective on a recent episode of ComForCare. Joining host Tiffany Robinson, she reveals why overall quality of life is a far better benchmark for aging well and provides practical, research-backed strategies that families and professional caregivers can use to foster joy and fulfillment, even during caregiving's most demanding moments. What you’ll learn in this episode The difference between living longer, living healthier, and living well Why a decline mindset can shape aging outcomes without anyone noticing it's happening How the joyspan framework applies to a new diagnosis or a move out of a longtime home How professional caregivers can help older adults live independently for longer What helps counter isolation for family caregivers specifically Additional resources: Dr. Kerry Burnight - UChicago – Background on Dr. Kerry's academic and clinical career. Joyspan by Dr. Kerry Burnight, Ph.D – Publisher page for Dr. Kerry's book, with details on where to buy it and what it covers. Dr. Kerry Burnight on Instagram — As @the_gerentologist on Instagram, Dr. Kerry shares ongoing content related to her joyspan philosophy and aging well. Featured Guest Dr. Kerry Burnight is a nationally-recognized gerontologist and the New York Times bestselling author of Joyspan: The Art and Science of Thriving in Life's Second Half. She spent nearly two decades teaching geriatric medicine at UC Irvine and co-founded the nation's first Elder Abuse Forensic Center. Her work focuses on the science of quality of life in aging. Joyspan has since been published in 22 languages. Stay Connected! Like what you heard? Subscribe to ComForConnections on your favorite podcast platform, and explore more caregiver resources from ComForCare. About the Host Tiffany Robinson is a passionate advocate for caregiver education. As the host of ComForConnections, she brings warmth, insight, and a deep understanding of the caregiving experience to every episode.

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  Episode #52

  What Dementia Really Looks Like at Home

  Jul 29, 202635 min

  When a family member starts to struggle, the signs can be easy to explain away. But there's a difference between the kind of forgetting that comes with a busy life and the kind that signals something more. Knowing that difference matters. In this episode of ComForConnections, host Tiffany Robison sits down with Dr. Reza Hosseini Ghomi, MD, MSE, a neuropsychiatrist and biomedical engineer with specialized training in neurodegenerative disorders including Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, and frontotemporal dementia. Dr. Hosseini Ghomi has spent his career building tools to bring expert dementia care to more patients, including those in rural and underserved communities. Together, they walk through what families and caregivers actually need to know, from the earliest signs of cognitive change to what daily life with dementia can look like when the right support is in place. What you’ll learn in this episode The difference between normal age-related memory change and early signs of dementia Health conditions that can worsen cognitive symptoms, including sleep apnea, high blood pressure, and certain common medications What the diagnostic process looks like, and why a formal diagnosis unlocks treatment options and caregiver support families may not know are available Where dementia care technology is delivering real results How to navigate difficult conversations about safety and independence, from driving to daily routines What a good day looks like for someone living with dementia at home Additional resources: Brain Minded MD — Dr. Hosseini Ghomi's educational content on brain health and cognitive longevity Frontier Psychiatry — Dr. Hosseini Ghomi's telepsychiatry practice serving rural and underserved communities MedFlow — Co-founded by Dr. Hosseini Ghomi, focused on value-based care delivery OpenHI — Co-founded by Dr. Hosseini Ghomi, an open-source platform for healthcare organization management Featured Guest Dr. Reza Hosseini Ghomi, MD, MSE is a neuropsychiatrist and biomedical engineer whose clinical work centers on neurodegenerative disorders including Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, and frontotemporal dementia. He is the founder of Frontier Psychiatry, a telepsychiatry practice serving rural and underserved communities across Montana, Idaho, Wyoming, and Alaska, and co-founder of MedFlow, a platform focused on value-based care delivery. His research and technology work spans digital cognitive testing, EHR automation, and voice-based biomarkers for early dementia detection. He came to medicine after a career in naval systems engineering and a personal experience with cancer at 22, an experience that continues to shape how he thinks about building care systems that are both clinically rigorous and practically accessible. Stay Connected! Like what you heard? Subscribe to ComForConnections on your favorite podcast platform, and explore more caregiver resources from ComForCare. About the Host Tiffany Robinson is a passionate advocate for caregiver education. As the host of ComForConnections, she brings warmth, insight, and a deep understanding of the caregiving experience to every episode.

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  Episode #51

  The Healthcare Crisis No One Is Talking About

  Jul 15, 202635 min

  Every day, 10,000 people in the United States turn 65. The care system wasn't built for those numbers — and the hospitals, trained staff, and facilities needed to keep up simply don't exist yet. For families trying to find care for a parent right now, the shortage is immediate and concrete. In this episode of ComForConnections, host Tiffany Robison talks with Christopher Kunney, Managing Partner and Digital Transformation Strategist at IOTech Consulting, LLC, about what's driving the strain on the care system and what it means for the people dealing with it day to day. With nearly two decades working with care organizations on technology strategy, Kunney brings the big-picture view. As someone who has faced serious illness himself and helped his family through end-of-life decisions, he grounds his insights in real-world experience. What you’ll learn in this episode Why rural communities are getting hit first and hardest as the population ages, and what that means for access to care How AI and passive monitoring tools are being used to track chronic conditions, flag health changes, and get ahead of crises like falls before they happen What technology can offer older adults dealing with isolation and depression, and where it falls short Why the first question families should ask isn't "should we use this technology" but "what problem are we trying to solve" How care professionals can help families sort through their options before a crisis is driving the decision Why having conversations about quality of life and end-of-life wishes before a crisis matters Additional resources: Straight Outta Health IT — Christopher’s podcast offers an unfiltered dialogue of healthcare leaders and influencers covering a wide variety of issues affecting healthcare & the health tech industry. IOTech Consulting — Christopher's consulting firm, which advises healthcare organizations on technology strategy, system implementation, and digital transformation. Ask Me Your MD — A telemedicine service that connects patients directly with licensed physicians via live chat, without an appointment or insurance required. Featured Guest Christopher Kunney is Managing Partner and Digital Transformation Strategist at IOTech Consulting, LLC, where he advises healthcare organizations on technology strategy, AI adoption, and the operational challenges of delivering care in a rapidly changing environment. He has served as a strategic advisor and fractional leader across the healthcare sector for nearly two decades. About the Host Tiffany Robinson is a passionate advocate for caregiver education. As the host of ComForConnections, she brings warmth, insight, and a deep understanding of the caregiving experience to every episode.

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  Episode #50

  Food Insecurity, Senior Nutrition, and Making Every Dollar Count

  May 27, 202639 min

  By the third week of the month, many older adults are already making impossible choices. Rent or groceries. Medication or a balanced meal. Approximately 12.6 million seniors in the United States experience food insecurity, and the cost rarely stops at hunger. In this milestone 50th episode of ComForConnections, host Tiffany Robison welcomes back Dr. Joan Salge Blake, Clinical Professor of Nutrition at Boston University, host of the Spot On! podcast, and one of the most recognized voices in nutrition today. This return visit focuses on one of the most underreported challenges in senior care: food insecurity. Together, they dig into what food insecurity actually looks like for older adults receiving care, what it does to the body over time, and what caregivers and families can do about it right now. What you’ll learn in this episode Why food insecurity in older adults often goes unrecognized and unreported The difference between food insecurity and hunger, and why it matters in a care setting How inadequate nutrition compounds chronic conditions, muscle loss, and mental health Why professional caregivers are often better positioned than family to raise nutrition concerns Community programs and federal resources that can fill the gaps in a senior's food budget Practical strategies for stretching the grocery dollar: canned and frozen staples, loss leaders, coupons, and batch cooking Affordable protein sources that support senior health on a fixed income The USDA's MyPlate for Older Adults as a simple meal planning visual Additional resources: Spot On! Podcast – Dr. Salge Blake’s podcast, making evidence-based nutrition accessible and actionable. Administration for Community Living — Nutrition and Aging Resource – Includes a 10-question nutrition screening tool caregivers can use to identify risk. USDA FoodKeeper App – A reference tool for food storage and safety timelines. The Krazy Coupon Lady – A resource Dr. Salge Blake recommends for finding grocery deals and digital coupons. Featured Guest Dr. Joan Salge Blake is a Clinical Professor of Nutrition at Boston University and host of the Spot On! podcast, where she makes evidence-based nutrition advice accessible to everyday audiences. A sought-after speaker, media personality, and author, Dr. Salge Blake brings more than 40 years of experience to conversations about food, health, and how people eat in the real world. Stay Connected! Like what you heard? Subscribe to ComForConnections on your favorite podcast platform, and explore more caregiver resources from ComForCare. About the Host Tiffany Robinson is a passionate advocate for caregiver education. As the host of ComForConnections, she brings warmth, insight, and a deep understanding of the caregiving experience to every episode.

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  Episode #49

  Staying Home on Your Own Terms

  May 7, 202634 min

  For many families, the conversation about staying home as a parent ages is long overdue, and often harder than expected. In this episode, host Tiffany Robinson talks with occupational therapist and aging in place specialist Esther Kane about what it actually takes to make staying home safe, sustainable, and financially realistic. What you’ll learn in this episode Why seniors resist help, and what families tend to get wrong about it The home safety assessment: what it is, who does it, and why it comes first The rooms and habits that create the most risk, and the fixes that don't require a renovation Funding options most families haven't considered, including what reverse mortgages actually look like today Why the tools that support independence (like grab bars and walkers) are exactly that: tools Additional resources: Senior Safety Advice — Esther Kane's resource hub for seniors and family caregivers Aging in Place Directory — A directory of professionals and services supporting aging in place DementiaWise™ Training Program — ComForCare's dementia care education resource for families and professional caregivers Caregiver resources from ComForCare Featured Guest Esther C. Kane is an occupational therapist, Certified Aging in Place Specialist (CAPS), and Certified Dementia Specialist (CDS) with decades of experience assessing home safety and supporting older adults living independently. She is the founder of Senior Safety Advice, a practical resource for seniors and family caregivers navigating aging in place decisions, and the creator of the Aging in Place Directory, which connects families with qualified local professionals. Esther's work is grounded in her clinical background in geriatric rehabilitation and shaped by a consistent focus on helping families make informed, confident decisions. About the Host Tiffany Robinson is a passionate advocate for caregiver education. As the host of ComForConnections, she brings warmth, insight, and a deep understanding of the caregiving experience to every episode.

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