Better Health While Aging

Dr. K explains mild cognitive impairment (MCI) and discusses scientifically tested approaches to treating this memory condition, including the role of medications, supplements, hearing support, Leqembi and more.

Dr. Kernisan covers the best ways to promote brain health and prevent cognitive decline in aging. Learn which approaches geriatricians find most effective, plus which vitamins and supplements are likely to help. Dr. K also covers emotional well-being in aging, and how this affects cognitive health.

Dr. Kernisan & Michelle Allen, LCSW, explain how Aging Life Care Professionals (also known as geriatric care managers) help older adults and their families.

Dr. K explains 8 things health providers should check after an older person falls, to prevent future dangerous falls in aging.

Michelle Allen, a licensed clinical social worker and certified geriatric care manager, offers insights on financing elder care. Discover the importance of understanding costs for various care types, from aging in place to memory care facilities. Learn about how Continuing Care Retirement Communities adapt to changing needs and the challenges family caregivers face with rising expenses. Michelle clears up misconceptions around Medicare, highlights long-term care insurance complexities, and underscores the value of financial planning for enhancing seniors' quality of life.