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September 23, 2023
Listen in as host Steve Kuker visits with Melissa Myers, Financial Advisor with The Glenn Team at Infinitas. Melissa discusses why it’s important for business owners to have a solid financial plan, reviews some unique challenges business owners face, and shares some of the common mistakes they make. You will be very surprised to learn the average age of a small business owner! Steve discusses franchising opportunities with his firm Senior Care Consulting, and why it’s SO important to be proactive when searching for a senior care community. #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting #Franchising https://www.buzzsprout.com/1792914/13658533
September 16, 2023
Listen in as host Steve Kuker visits with Ben Souchek from Home Downsizing Solutions about working together with other related service providers to provide a turn-key solution for the families they serve. Ben also discusses the ideal candidate to own a HDS franchise and offers Senior Care Live listeners a FREE copy of his book “Home Downsizing Secrets”. Then, Steve recognizes National Assisted Living Week, defines assisted living, highlights some of the limitations at the assisted living level, and explains why the assisted living level of care is the second most difficult for most people to navigate when conducting a search. Steve also reviews the average cost of assisted living and reviews the 3 most common assisted living pricing models. #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting #AssistedLiving #NationalAssistedLivingWeek
September 9, 2023
Listen in as host Steve Kuker visits with Chris Dhooghe and James Moburg, owners of a booming company called Bath Wizard, specializing in wet-area remodeling. They discuss the challenges of using subcontractors and explain some of the major issues this can create. Spoiler alert: Bath Wizard only uses W2 employees which is a critical part of their Extreme Vertical Integration™ model. Chris and James also discuss their new showroom and invite you to drop by and see the Bath Wizard difference for yourself! Steve reviews the seasonal demand for all senior care as we now head into the Fall months and answers the question “when should we consider moving from home to a senior care community?”. Then Steve discusses the amazing franchise opportunities currently available with Senior Care Consulting, now expanding nationally! #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting #Franchise #WetAreaRemodeling
September 2, 2023: National Broadcast
National Broadcast: Listen in as host Steve Kuker provides a comprehensive review of Medicaid including comparing Medicaid to Medicare, how to qualify for Medicaid, and what it pays for. Steve explains how Medicaid coverage differs between long term care and assisted living. Then, Steve reviews what happens to your income when qualifying for Medicaid and why having a Care Contract is SO important. Steve answers the frequently asked question: “what should we do when living in a private pay Assisted Living Community and we’re running out of money”? Spoiler alert: be proactive and do not wait until the last minute! #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting
September 2, 2023: Kansas City Broadcast
Kansas City Broadcast: Listen in as host Steve Kuker visits with David Wiley, President and CEO of Kansas City Hospice and Palliative Care, and Jesse Heilman, Board Certified Music Therapist with KCHPC. David explains that Kansas City Hospice and Palliative Care uses expressive therapies, including Music Therapy, to enhance the overall quality of life of their patients. Jesse reviews her role and how she uses music to address the physical, emotional, cognitive, and social needs of hospice patients. She even demonstrates this by singing and playing guitar, in the studio! David announces their major annual fundraiser “Sunday Night Live” held at the Power and Light District Sunday October 1st at 4pm. Tickets are available at 816.363.2600 or online at KCHospice.org/SNL. Steve announces a NEW RECOGNITION PROGRAM called the Senior Care Live “Caregiver of the Month”. Then Steve visits with Patty Garrett, Director of RNS Private Duty Care, and learns about the services they offer. Steve and Patty recognize Lisa Williams as the first-ever Senior Care Live Caregiver of the Month! #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting #Hospice #HomeCare #PrivateDutyCare
August 26, 2023
Listen in as host Steve Kuker visits with Bruce Glenn, CIO and Owner of The Glenn Team at Infinitas. Bruce reviews Social Security, which is always a hot topic for seniors and their caregivers. You might be surprised by how much more your social security check could be if you delay receiving it a few years, and how that decision could impact your spouse. Bruce also explains how recent changes from the Secure Act 2.0 have affected required minimum distributions from a tax point of view and how that could impact your Medicare premiums. Steve has a Senior Care In The News report exposing government and media hype and fear mongering regarding the new “highly mutated” Covid variant BA.2.86. Spoiler alert: it is nearly nonexistent, and the symptoms in the ONE case in Michigan are about the same as any other Covid symptoms, similar to a mild cold. Don’t miss the Consumer Alert where information provided by a senior living advisor was incorrect and Steve was able to set the record straight and get the family on the right path. Steve reviews what NOT to take, as a new resident, when moving to a senior care community. #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting #Franchise #Franchising
August 19, 2023
Listen in as host Steve Kuker visits with Ben Souchek from Home Downsizing Solutions about working together with other related service providers to provide a turn-key solution for the families they serve. Ben also discusses the ideal candidate to own a HDS franchise and offers Senior Care Live listeners a FREE copy of his book “Home Downsizing Secrets”. Then, Steve visits with Chris Dhooghe and James Moburg, owners of an impressive company called Bath Wizard, setting new standards in the wet area remodeling industry! Learn about their amazing new product Forever Stone®. Bath Wizard is also producing a new superior product that will eventually replace “green board” and they call it Wet Board®. Also, learn about Engineered Plumbing® from the great guys at Bath Wizard! #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting
August 12, 2023
Listen in to a SPECIAL EPISODE of Senior Care Live celebrating the “21st ANNIVERSARY of Senior Care Consulting”! Host Steve Kuker shares the story of how it all began and how he met his very first client. Don’t miss the Consumer Alert where Steve will share current and publicly available Better Business Bureau complaints about the stunning business practices of a free referral service. Spoiler alert: this shines a bright light on everything Steve has educated you about. Then, Steve discusses the expansion of Senior Care Consulting through the franchise model, prime territories are currently available! #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting #Franchise #FranchiseOpportunity #FranchiseOpportunities
August 5, 2023: National Broadcast
Listen in as host Steve Kuker addresses the most frequently asked questions regarding hospice care. He also shares the biggest misunderstanding most people have about hospice care and the biggest mistake many people make when reaching out to a hospice provider. Steve has a Consumer Alert regarding running out of money when living in a private pay Assisted Living Community. Spoiler Alert: be proactive and don’t wait until the last minute to move! Steve also discusses franchising opportunities with his firm Senior Care Consulting. If you’re interested in owning your own business offering “a placement service with integrity” in your area, reach out today, prime territories are available! #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting #Franchising #FranchiseOpportunities
August 5, 2023: Kansas City Broadcast
Listen in as host Steve Kuker visits with David Wiley, President and CEO of Kansas City Hospice and Palliative Care, and Lisa Farmer, Community Education and Outreach Coordinator with KCHPC. When there is a death that directly affects your inner circle of family and friends, grief can be especially difficult. Learn what to say, how to say it, and when to say it. Just as important, learn what not to say and learn the best way to support them as they grieve. David announces their “Seasons of Solace” campaign and invites everyone to join in celebrating 25 years of grief support services offered through Solace House, Kansas City Hospice’s Center for Grief and Healing. Steve has a Consumer Alert regarding running out of money when living in a private pay Assisted Living Community. Spoiler Alert: be proactive and don’t wait until the last minute to move! Steve also discusses franchising opportunities with his firm Senior Care Consulting. If you’re interested in owning your own business offering “a placement service with integrity” in your area, reach out today, prime territories are available! #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting #Franchising #FranchiseOpportunities #Hospice
July 29, 2023: SCL10th Anniversary Speical
Listen in to the “10 YEAR ANNIVERSARY” SPECIAL EPISODE of Senior Care Live where host Steve Kuker reviews long term care insurance and believes, with the skyrocketing costs of senior care, this special type of insurance is no longer an option. Steve also reviews the VA Aid and Attendance benefit helping veterans and their surviving spouses pay for senior care. Don’t miss the Consumer Alert, where Steve educates listeners about a new flavor of “free” referral services and explains exactly how they work. Spoiler alert: it’s just the same old thing wrapped up in a slightly different package. Steve thanks everyone for helping Senior Care Live reach this major milestone and celebrate the 10th anniversary of the program! #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting #10YearAnniversary
July 22, 2023
Listen is as host Steve Kuker visits with Bruce Glenn, CIO and Owner of The Glenn Team at Infinitas. Bruce provides a mid-year financial update and discusses the Secure Act 2.0 changes to required minimum distributions. Bruce is one of the very few “certified behavioral financial analysts” in the country and discusses how our emotions can affect how we handle our investments, he also reviews the 3 pillars of investing. Steve provides an overview of the primary levels of senior care and their associated costs. Spoiler alert: hold on to your wallet, this is getting expensive! #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting
July 15, 2023
Listen in as host Steve Kuker visits with Ben Souchek from Home Downsizing Solutions about the benefits of selling your house “as is” for cash, specializing in working with seniors who are moving from their house to a senior care community. Ben offers his excellent book “Home Downsizing Secrets” FREE of charge to Senior Care Live listeners! Don’t miss the Consumer Alert where Steve shares a story of how his firm Senior Care Consulting helped a family avoid an unnecessary move. Steve also offers his Home Care Provider Screening Tool free of charge to Senior Care Live listeners to help them choose a quality home care provider! #SeniorCare #SeniorCareConsulting #SeniorCareLive
July 8, 2023
Listen in as host Steve Kuker visits with Chris Dhooghe and James Moburg, owners of a booming company called Bath Wizard, specializing in wet-area remodeling. Chris and James discuss Next Generation Water Management Systems™, Extreme Vertical Integration™, Extreme Specialization™, and the lack of industry standards in the wet-area remodeling business. Don’t miss the Consumer Alert about choosing the correct level of care and where you get your advice. Steve explains the seasonal demand for senior care and answers the question “is it too early to look for a senior care community if I want to move this Fall or next Spring?” #SeniorCare #SeniorCareConsulting #SeniorCareLive #BathWizard #BathroomRemodeling
July 1, 2023: National Broadcast
Listen in as host Steve Kuker addresses the common question of when to consider moving from home to a senior care community, and what to determine before beginning your search. Steve shares a story of a conversation he recently had regarding Continuing Care Retirement Communities and their entrance fees. Steve also explains why it is critically important to be proactive in your search for a senior care community. #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting
July 1, 2023: Kansas City Broadcast
Kansas City Broadcast: Listen in as host Steve Kuker visits with Caryn Hohnholt, Chief Development and Communications Officer with Kansas City Hospice & Palliative Care, and Patty Poore, Registered Nurse and Director of Clinical Services at KC Hospice. Caryn and Patty discuss Alzheimer’s Disease, differentiate Alzheimer’s from dementia, and explain that Alzheimer’s is not a normal part of the aging process. They explain the late-stage care that KC Hospice can provide for the patient and family and discuss the many grief support programs offered by KCHPC, available for our entire community. Steve shares a story of a conversation he recently had regarding Continuing Care Retirement Communities and their entrance fees. Steve also explains why it is critically important to be proactive in your search for a senior care community. #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting #Hospice
June 24, 2023
Listen in as host Steve Kuker visits with Melissa Myers, Financial Advisor with The Glenn Team at Infinitas. Melissa discusses estate planning and provides some eye-opening examples of the benefits of having an estate plan as well as the consequences of not having an estate plan. Learn what an estate plan includes and who needs one. Steve recognizes National Nursing Assistants Week for CNAs and CMAs and celebrates the hard and invaluable work they do. Steve shares a story of a phone conversation he had with a senior care community that is NOT willing to play the kickback-game with the “free” referral services. Steve also shares a post of a man that was escorted to the door by HR after helping start and build a successful company, offering him and others in this situation the opportunity to consider owning a Senior Care Consulting franchise as an alternative to corporate America. #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting
June 17, 2023
Listen in as host Steve Kuker visits with Ben Souchek from Home Downsizing Solutions about the benefits of selling your house “as is” for cash, specializing in working with seniors who are moving from their house to a senior care community. Also, Ben has a major announcement about his company’s national expansion plans! Then, Steve defines the term “memory care”, discusses where memory care is provided, and explains some specific issues that would indicate the need for memory care. #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting #HomeDownSizing
June 10, 2023
Listen in as host Steve Kuker visits with Chris Dhooghe and James Moburg, owners of a wonderful company called Bath Wizard, specializing in wet area remodeling. Chris and James discuss how Bath Wizard is now expanding and will focus on bringing their world-class brand and business model to small towns across America. Steve explains how Medicaid Pending works as a payor source when requiring a long-term care community. He also explains that, while Medicaid is similar in most States, there can be very specific differences in each State that could be to your benefit OR detriment. Steve always recommends seeking counsel from an experienced and qualified elder law attorney for Medicaid planning. #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting
June 3, 2023: National Broadcast
National Broadcast: Listen in as host Steve Kuker reviews the Medicaid Division of Assets, how it works, and what happens to the income of the spouse needing long term care. Don’t miss the “Myth vs. Fact” segment correcting some common Medicaid myths. Then Steve reviews a little-known benefit called the VA Aid and Attendance Benefit that helps veterans and their surviving spouses pay for the high cost of senior care, and introduces his new Senior Care Consulting website www.SeniorCareConsulting.com! #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting
June 3, 2023: Kansas City Broadcast
Kansas City Broadcast: Listen in as host Steve Kuker visits with David Wiley, President and CEO of Kansas City Hospice and Palliative Care, as well as Dr. Lisa Bernard. David discusses National Healthcare Decisions Month (recognized every April) and why it’s so important to have your wishes known, before a health crisis occurs. Dr. Bernard shares examples of life sustaining treatment options, explains how having your wishes known is a true gift to your family, and shares the benefits of advanced funeral and celebration of life planning. Advanced care planning information can be found at CaringInfo.org. Steve reviews a little-known benefit called the VA Aid and Attendance Benefit that helps veterans and their surviving spouses pay for the high cost of senior care, and introduces his new Senior Care Consulting website SeniorCareConsulting.com! #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting #Hospice #PaliativeCare
May 27, 2023
Listen in as host Steve Kuker visits with Bruce Glenn, CIO and Owner of The Glenn Team at Infinitas. Bruce discusses what to consider regarding retirement planning when in your 40s, 50s, 60s, and beyond. Then, Steve visits with Glen Smith, attorney and owner of Lifescape Law and Development. Glen explains what a lifecare planning law firm is and how their firm is very different from typical elder law and estate planning firms. They take a holistic approach, providing comprehensive solutions to complex situations, and consider multiple elements of the plan that all work together in harmony! #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SenorCareConsulting
May 20, 2023
Listen in as host Steve Kuker visits with Ben Souchek from Home Downsizing Solutions. Ben addresses the important question of “Should I update my house and make repairs to sell on the traditional retail market, or should I sell my house as is for cash?” Ben also discusses the term ‘novation’ and warns against signing such an agreement with a wholesaler. Steve recognizes National Skilled Nursing Care Week (formerly Nursing Home Week) and celebrates the often-difficult work performed by all of those working so hard to care for our elderly. #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting #HomeDownsizing
May 13, 2023
Listen in as host Steve Kuker visits with Chris Dhooghe and James Moburg, owners of an excellent company called Bath Wizard. They review the top 5 reasons Bath Wizard is America’s favorite bathroom remodeling brand and answer the question “should I hire a solo practitioner to remodel my bathroom?” Steve has a Consumer Alert regarding where you get your advice and discusses some of the ways Senior Care Consulting can determine which level of care is required. #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting
May 6, 2023: National Broadcast
Listen in as host Steve Kuker introduces a new Senior Care Assessment and Guidance Service available nationally. It is a virtual consultation and geriatric care assessment that will determine your best options moving forward when caring for an elderly loved one. Steve reviews how to remain independent in your own home, has a Senior Care In The News Report, and celebrates National Nurse’s Day! #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting #NursesDay
May 6, 2023: Kansas City Broadcast
Listen in as host Steve Kuker visits with David Wiley, President and CEO of Kansas City Hospice and Palliative Care, as well as Iman Williams Christians PhD, Director of Grief Programs and Grief Support with KCHPC. Dr. Iman explains her role, shares a comprehensive list of the many grief support programs offered by KC Hospice, and recognizes the importance of the grieving process. David shares information about an upcoming community event called “Circle of Lights” held on the Plaza at 8pm on Tuesday May 23, 2023. This event is open to everyone in our community. Find out how you can participate in this meaningful ceremony in remembrance of your loved one. Steve recognizes and discusses National Nurse’s Day which is May 6th! #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting #Hospice
April 29, 2023
Listen in as host Steve Kuker shares the Top 10 reasons you could be discharged from Assisted Living. Since the Assisted Living level of care is NOT a standardized model, it’s important to know some of the many reasons you could receive an unexpected and unwanted discharge. Steve also discusses how to avoid an early discharge from Assisted Living and does some myth busting with the feature Myth vs. Fact! #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting
April 22, 2023
Listen in as host Steve Kuker visits with Bruce Glenn, CIO and Owner of The Glenn Team at Infinitas. For the Glenn Team, it’s behavioral finance month so Bruce explains the concept of behavioral finance and coaches listeners to not buy the constant fear mongering from the media. Learn how to determine if your money will last throughout retirement and why the sequence of returns matters. Steve reviews the 3 most common Assisted Living pricing models and explains which one his clients like the most. #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting
April 15, 2023
Listen in as host Steve Kuker visits with Ben Souchek from Home Downsizing Solutions about the benefits of selling your house “as is” for cash, specializing in working with seniors who are moving from their house to a senior care community. Ben offers his excellent book “Home Downsizing Secrets” FREE of charge to Senior Care Live listeners! Steve has a Senior Care In The News Report and discusses his firm Senior Care Consulting. #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting
April 8, 2023
Listen in as host Steve Kuker visits with Chris Dhooghe and James Moburg, owners of an excellent company called Bath Wizard. They review the top 5 reasons that Bath Wizard is America’s favorite bathroom remodeling brand. Learn about “The Bath Wizard Way” that is creating a new standard in bathroom remodeling! Steve has a Consumer Alert regarding the ”free” referral services. Spoiler Alert: these services are free to you because they don’t work for you. Steve also discusses Senior Care Consulting franchise opportunities available all across America! #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting
April 1, 2023: National Broadcast
National Broadcast: Listen in as host Steve Kuker reviews the average cost of several types of senior care, then explains how to pay for the high cost of senior care including the VA Aid and Attendance Benefit, Medicare, and Long Term Care Insurance! #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting
April 1, 2023: Kansas City Broadcast
Kansas City Broadcast: Listen in as host Steve Kuker visits with David Wiley, President and CEO of Kansas City Hospice and Palliative Care, as well as Melissa Basgall, Manager of Volunteer Services, and Lane Foster, Volunteer Coordinator of Kansas City Hospice House. They recognize National Volunteer Month by discussing the significant impact volunteers make at KC Hospice and share some of the many ways volunteers serve patients and their families. Spoiler alert: KC Hospice exceeds the volunteer requirement by almost 100%! David congratulates Lane on winning the Missouri Hospice & Palliative Care Association’s “Heart of Hospice Award”, which is a very competitive and prestigious award to receive! April 16th is National Healthcare Decisions Day and David reminds everyone about the importance of advance care planning. Steve reviews Long Term Care Insurance and says having this special type of insurance is no longer an option due to the skyrocketing cost of senior care. #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting #Hospice #NationalHealthcareDecisionsDay
March 25, 2023
Listen in as host Steve Kuker visits with Ben Souchek from Home Downsizing Solutions about the benefits of selling your house “as is” for cash, specializing in working with seniors who are moving from their house to a senior care community. Also, Ben has a major announcement regarding his company! Then, Steve visits with Kristina Strickland, Partner and Director of Education with The Glenn Team at Infinitas. Kristina explains the recent banking collapse, why it happened, and how to know if your money in your bank is safe. She also discusses the greatest challenges facing women today when it comes to finances and the biggest difference between men and women when it comes to retirement planning. #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting
March 18, 2023
Listen in as host Steve Kuker has a MAJOR ANNOUNCEMENT regarding his firm Senior Care Consulting! Don’t miss the fanfare at the beginning of the program for this important major announcement that will change everything! #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting
March 11, 2023
Listen in as host Steve Kuker visits with Chris Dhooghe and James Moburg, owners of an excellent company called Bath Wizard. They specialize in bathroom remodeling, they manufacture custom products right here in America, and their customers enjoy a double (and transferrable) lifetime warranty on parts AND labor! No cheap foreign made or knock-off products are ever used at Bath Wizard! Learn more at Bath-Wizard.com. Steve reviews Continuing Care Retirement Communities (CCRCs), what they offer, what they cost, and explains the upfront “entrance fee” that most have when entering the community at the Independent Living level. Spoiler alert: the biggest benefit of a CCRC is that you have the peace of mind knowing you can age in place and not have to leave the community for a higher level of care. #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting #BathWizard
March 4, 2023
Listen in as host Steve Kuker visits with David Wiley, President and CEO of Kansas City Hospice and Palliative Care, and Caryn Hohnholt, Chief Development and Communications Officer with KCHPC. They set the record straight regarding an article from The New Yorker about, in their words, “how hospice became a for-profit hustle”. David shares important information about the state of nonprofit hospice care, compares nonprofit to for-profit hospice care, shares some of the unique services that KC Hospice provides as a nonprofit, and offers resources to listeners helping them choose a quality hospice provider. Caryn discusses how KC Hospice is different than many other providers and shares some of the many ways KC Hospice serves their patients and their families. Spoiler alert: the data is overwhelmingly in support of nonprofit hospice care! This discussion is focused in Kansas City, but will be helpful for everyone around the country. #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting #Hospice #Nonprofit
February 25, 2023
Listen in as host Steve Kuker visits with Bruce Glenn, CIO and Owner of The Glenn Team Wealth Planning at Infinitas. Bruce discusses ways to maximize your retirement savings, defines the term “tax harvesting”, provides ways to reduce your tax burden, and explains the difference between older and newer long term care insurance policies. Steve explains what causes a Medicaid penalty, defines what is considered a “gift” relative to the 5-year lookback, and shares a few notable exceptions allowing you to transfer title of your house and not trigger a Medicaid penalty. Steve also has a Consumer Alert regarding the need for a “Care Contract”. Spoiler alert: if you are paying a family member for care and do NOT have a Care Contract, you could be subject to steep Medicaid penalties when qualifying for Medicaid in the next 5 years! #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting
February 18, 2023
Listen in as host Steve Kuker provides a warning about the free referral services intercepting phone calls of consumers that think they’re calling the senior care community directly! Steve compares and contrasts the “free” referral services to the services offered by Senior Care Consulting. Then, Steve visits with Ben Souchek from Home Downsizing Solutions about when to consider selling your home “as is” for cash, especially when moving from home to a senior care community. Ben also offers his book “Home Downsizing Secrets” FREE of charge to Senior Care Live listeners! #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting
February 11, 2023
Listen in as host Steve Kuker visits with Chris Dhooghe and James Moburg, owners of the amazing company Bath Wizard. They specialize in bathroom remodeling, they manufacture custom products right here in America, and their customers enjoy a double (and transferrable) lifetime warranty on parts AND labor! No cheap foreign made products that use a “planned-obsolescence” approach are ever used at Bath Wizard, and no subcontractors are used either. Learn more at www.Bath-Wizard.com. Steve discusses how to maximize care at ANY senior care community you choose. #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting #BathWizard
February 4, 2023: National Broadcast
Listen in as host Steve Kuker reviews the VA Aid and Attendance benefit, defines the term “memory care”, and explains what to determine BEFORE beginning your search for a senior care community. #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting
February 4, 2023: Kansas City Broadcast
Listen in as host Steve Kuker visits with Dr. Roya Tehrani, Associate Medical Director of Kansas City Hospice and Palliative Care, and Patty Poore, Director of Clinical Services, with KCHPC. Dr. Tehrani discusses the education and training that hospice physician’s receive, explains the role of the hospice and primary care physicians once hospice support begins, and reviews the risks of heart disease in women. Patty discusses the significance of National Women Physician’s Day, recognizes National Heart Month, and explains how Kansas City Hospice and Palliative Care can help patients with advanced heart disease. Steve reviews what to determine BEFORE beginning your search for a senior care community. #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting #Hospice
January 28, 2023
Listen in as host Steve Kuker visits with Bruce Glenn, CIO and Owner of The Glenn Team Wealth Planning at Infinitas. Bruce provides a Secure Act 2.0 Update discussing many important tax changes that will affect your investments and taxes. Bruce also offers Senior Care Live listeners a FREE “Secure Act 2.0 Quick Facts” report that highlights the primary changes in this important and impactful legislation. Steve has a Senior Care In The News Report sharing his opinion of how the senior care staffing shortage can be resolved, and reviews a little known veteran’s benefit called the VA Aid and Attendance benefit. #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting
January 21, 2023
Listen in as host Steve Kuker introduces Chris Dhooghe and James Moburg, owners of the amazing company Bath Wizard. They specialize in bathroom remodels and are a vertically integrated company making their own quality custom products, installing them, and they back up their work in a major way. Learn about their “double lifetime warranty”, this is unheard of, and it’s transferrable! Then, Steve visits with Ben Souchek from Home Downsizing Solutions about the benefits of selling your home “as is”. #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting
January 14, 2023: National Broadcast
Listen in as host Steve Kuker reviews Continuing Care Retirement Communities (CCRCs) including what they provide, average costs, and the primary pricing models and contracts associated with this type of senior care community. Also, don’t miss the Senior Care In The News Report! #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting
January 14, 2023: Kansas City Broadcast
Listen in as host Steve Kuker visits with David Wiley, President and CEO of Kansas City Hospice and Palliative Care, about setting goals for the new year. Caring for the Caregiver is the focus of the discussion with an emphasis on the caregiver’s health and wellbeing. David also provides resources that are vital to the caregiver and explains how KCHPC supports patients, caregivers, and their families. Then, Steve has a Senior Care In The News Report. #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting #Hospice
January 7, 2023
Listen in as host Steve Kuker acknowledges that this is the time of year representing the peak demand for all senior care communities, and right about now, there are tens of thousands of people flooding the market and taking all of the spaces available. Because of this tremendous seasonal demand, Steve reviews when to consider moving from home to a senior care community as well as what to determine before beginning your search for Assisted Living, Memory Care, or Long Term Care. #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting
December 31, 2022
Listen in as host Steve Kuker explains what Assisted Living provides and does not provide, shares the top 10 reasons you could be discharged from the Assisted Living level of care, and how to avoid an unwanted or premature discharge and extend your stay in an Assisted Living Community. Then, Steve gives a shout-out to listeners in all of the States that Senior Care Live is broadcast and wishes everyone a Happy and Prosperous New Year! #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting
December 24, 2022
Listen in as host Steve Kuker visits with Bruce Glenn, CIO and owner of The Glenn Team Wealth Planning at Infinitas, about what should be done before the end of the year and how to get off to a great start financially in 2023. Steve does some myth busting in “Myth vs. Fact” and shares the average monthly cost for senior care. #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting
December 17, 2022
Listen in as host Steve Kuker visits with Ben Souchek from Home Downsizing Solutions about selling your house “as is” for cash and why now is a great time to sell. Did you know that with Home Downsizing Solutions you can stay in your house, even after closing… with cash in hand, while waiting for your space to become available in a senior care community? Steve has a Consumer Alert and explains the income calculation when qualifying for Medicaid. #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting
December 10, 2022
Listen in as host Steve Kuker reviews some of the most common mistakes made when searching for a senior care community, and what you can do to avoid these mistakes! #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting
December 3, 2022: National Broadcast
Listen in as host Steve Kuker shares the story of how he began his firm Senior Care Consulting. Then, Steve explains what you should know BEFORE searching for a senior care community and when to consider moving there. #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting
December 3, 2022: Kansas City Broadcast
Listen in as host Steve Kuker visits with David Wiley, President and CEO of Kansas City Hospice and Palliative Care, as well as Pam Puppe and David Moore, KCH supporters and family members of past patients. Pam and David share their very personal stories of their experience at the Kansas City Hospice House and how they were inspired to give back by installing gardens at the KC Hospice House, creating a scholarship fund for hospice workers, creating a Random Act of Kindness celebration day, and including KC Hospice in estate planning trusts. David Wiley shares information on a year end fund raising campaign and a generous $40,000 matching offer from a KCH supporter! Steve reviews issues that should trigger the conversation of moving from home a senior care community. #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting #Hospice
November 26, 2022
Listen in as host Steve Kuker visits with Bruce Glenn, CIO and owner of The Glenn Team Wealth Planning at Infinitas, about the importance of conducting a year-end financial checkup and review. Bruce explains tax loss harvesting and shares a little known way to make a charitable contribution without paying taxes on the money donated. Each year at this time, families gather in person and many realize the need to provide care for an aging loved one. Steve explains the care options available, their associated costs, and offers a FREE Home Care Provider Screening Tool. Steve also reviews the cyclical and seasonal demand for senior care and shares the two driving factors causing peak demand every January and February. #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting
November 19, 2022
Listen in as host Steve Kuker visits with Ben Souchek from Home Downsizing Solutions about when to consider selling your house “as is” for cash. Did you know that Ben will allow you to stay in your house, even after closing… with cash in hand, while waiting for your space to become available in a senior care community? This takes ALL of the stress out of timing the sale of your house and puts cash in your hands! Steve shares the story of how he began Senior Care Consulting and answers the important question of when to consider moving from home to a senior care community. #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting #Realestate #homedownsizing
November 12, 2022
Listen in as host Steve Kuker visits with The Medicare Whisperer, Mark Squires, about all things Medicare. Learn about traditional Medicare policies and why you need a MediGap or Supplement policy to protect your assets and reduce financial risk. Mark explains the reason the Part B deductible for 2023 is decreasing (yes I said decreasing!). Steve and Mark also discuss Medicare Advantage plans and when they are an appropriate fit. Don’t miss the Consumer Alert regarding some shady tactics that some are using to get you to buy a particular type of policy. Can you change from a traditional Medicare policy to an Advantage plan, and vice versa? Listen in to learn about this and so much more! #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting #MedicareWhisperer #Medicare
November 5, 2022 (National Broadcast)
National Broadcast: Listen in as host Steve Kuker discusses Assisted Living and defines that level of care. In honor of the upcoming Veteran’s Day, Steve reviews the VA Aid and Attendance Benefit that helps veterans and their surviving spouses pay for the high cost of senior care. #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting #Veterans
November 5, 2022 (KC Broadcast)
KC Broadcast: Listen in as host Steve Kuker visits with Patty Poore, Director of Clinical Services with Kansas City Hospice and Palliative Care, and Kristin Dow, KCH Chaplain and chair of the We Honor Veterans committee. Patty discusses the significance of National Hospice and Palliative Care Month, which is every November, and explains the difference between hospice and palliative care. Kristin explains how KC Hospice addresses the specific needs of veterans at the end of life, provides an overview of the state of veterans in our country, and reviews the We Honor Veterans program. Steve provides an overview of the VA Aid and Attendance Program that helps veterans and their surviving spouses pay for the high cost of senior care. #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting #Hospice #Veterans
October 29, 2022
Listen in as host Steve Kuker visits with America’s Healthcare Advocate, Cary Hall, about all things Medicare. It’s always a lively and informative conversation with Cary in studio so don’t miss this program! #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting #Medicare
October 22, 2022
Listen in as host Steve Kuker visits with Bruce Glenn, CIO and owner of The Glenn Team Wealth Planning at Infinitas, about the tax risk of earning income while receiving social security before full retirement age. Bruce also explains the advantages of a Roth conversion and reviews tricks and treats of Required Minimum Distributions (RMD). Steve has a Senior Care In The News report, reviews the term “memory care”, and explains that memory care is NOT a level of care but is a type of care that can be found at several levels of care. #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting
October 15, 2022
Listen in as host Steve Kuker visits with Ben Souchek from Home Downsizing Solutions about when to consider selling your home “as is” for cash, especially when moving from home to a senior care community. Ben also offers his book “Home Downsizing Secrets” FREE of charge to Senior Care Live listeners! Steve reviews the top-10 reasons you could be discharged from Assisted Living, how to avoid discharge, and how to extend your stay at the Assisted Living level of care. #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting
October 8, 2022
Listen in as host Steve Kuker discusses when to consider moving from home to a senior care community and then breaks down what you need to determine before beginning your search. Steve also has a Senior Care In the News Report! #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting
October 1, 2022 (National Broadcast)
Listen in as host Steve Kuker discusses the Medicaid Division of Assets, how it works, and when to use it as an asset protection strategy. This information is critically important to protect assets as to not impoverish the at-home community spouse due to the high cost of care for the institutionalized spouse requiring a care community. Steve also reviews the VA Aid and Attendance Benefit that helps veterans pay for expensive senior care. #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting
October 1, 2022 (KC Broadcast)
Listen in as host Steve Kuker visits with David Wiley, President and CEO of Kansas City Hospice and Palliative Care, and Mary Zahner Bauer, Director of Donor Relations with KCHPC. Mary discusses the basics of estate planning and ways to donate that impact the mission of KC Hospice. David discusses their signature fundraising event, Sunday Night Live, which will be in-person this year at the Power & Light District on Sunday October 2nd at 5pm. Steve reviews the VA Aid and Attendance Benefit that helps veterans pay for expensive senior care. #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting #Hospice
September 24, 2022
Listen in as host Steve Kuker visits with Bruce Glenn, CIO and owner of The Glenn Team Wealth Planning at Infinitas, about important financial milestones at different points throughout your life. At age 50, “retirement” changes from a down-the-road concept to a real event that is coming up quickly! What is significant about age 59 ½ and age 72? Bruce shares how to double your social security income, and much more! Steve has a Senior Care In The News Report and explains why the Assisted Living level of care is the 2nd most difficult level to navigate. #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting
September 17, 2022
Listen in as host Steve Kuker visits with Ben Souchek from Home Downsizing Solutions about the current market, how inflation is impacting interest rates and home sales, and discusses when to consider selling your home “as is” for cash. Ben also offers his book Home Downsizing Secrets FREE of charge to Senior Care Live listeners! Steve has a Consumer Alert about the “free” referral services and addresses the issue of “when to consider moving from home to a Senior Care Community”. #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting
September 10, 2022
Listen in as host Steve Kuker visits with Long Term Insurance expert Steve Johnson regarding everything you need to know about Long Term Care Insurance (LTCi). Steve reviews what LTCi covers and does not cover, the main elements in a LTCi policy, and why your policy needs to be a State Partnership plan. Don’t miss “Myth vs. Fact” where Steve sets the record straight and also addresses the question “what if I pay for a LTCi plan and don’t use it?”. #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting #LongTermCareInsurance
September 3, 2022 (National Broadcast)
Listen in as host Steve Kuker Steve discusses “memory care” and explains that it is not a place, but a type of care, offered at multiple levels of care. It is a term that is frequently misused, sometimes intentionally. Then, Steve reviews Medicaid, how to qualify, and what it pays for. Steve also reviews the long term care (nursing home) level of care and the daily and monthly average cost. #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting
September 3, 2022 (KC Broadcast)
Listen in as host Steve Kuker visits with Caryn Hohnholt, Chief Development & Communications Officer, with Kansas City Hospice and Palliative Care and Dr. Iman Williams Christians, Director of Grief Programs, at KCHPC. Dr. Iman discusses resources for those grieving the loss of a loved one and what you should watch for if you suspect someone needs help coping with their grief. Caryn explains that KC Hospice grief support is available to KC Hospice families as well as others throughout the community. Caryn also discusses Sunday Night Live, the premier annual fundraising event for KC Hospice. Steve reviews the long term care (nursing home) level of care and provides the daily and monthly average costs. #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting #Hospice
August 27, 2022
Listen in as host Steve Kuker visits with Bruce Glenn, CIO and owner of The Glenn Team Wealth Planning at Infinitas, about protecting seniors from fraud. Bruce explains how some financial institutions are stepping up their efforts to prevent fraud and provides other helpful information to lower the risk of elder financial abuse and fraud. Steve reviews the cost of Independent Living and Assisted Living. #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting
August 20, 2022
Listen in as host Steve Kuker visits with Ben Souchek from Home Downsizing Solutions about selling your house for cash “as is” without the hassle of showings, having strangers in your house, or paying for costly repairs or updates. Steve has a Senior Care In The News update about the CDC relaxing Covid19 guidelines and explains the CCRC (continuing care retirement community) model of senior living. #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting
August 13, 2022
Listen in to a SPECIAL EPISODE of Senior Care Live as host Steve Kuker recognizes and celebrates the 20th anniversary of his firm Senior Care Consulting! Steve shares the story of how it all began and reviews the 3 most common pricing models for the assisted living level of care. Don’t miss the “Consumer Alert” regarding how the free referral services actually work and their embedded conflict of interest. Spoiler alert: they’re free to you because they don’t work for you. Then, Steve offers an alternative… Senior Care Consulting: a placement service with integrity. Stay tuned for a MAJOR announcement coming this Fall! #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting #20thAnniversary
August 6, 2022
Listen in as host Steve Kuker visits with David Wiley, President and CEO of Kansas City Hospice and Palliative Care, and Ralph Testerman, Chaplain Team Lead with KCHPC. Ralph shares moving and powerful stories of being in the sacred intimate space of patient and family when providing comfort, counseling, and spiritual guidance at the end of life. David shares a beautiful letter of appreciation from a patient’s family member. Learn about Story Boutique and Heart and Soul resale boutiques and how these businesses support KCHPC patients and their families. Steve provides information on how you can find a quality local hospice provider in your area and answers the question of when to consider moving from home to a senior care community. #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting #Hospice
July 30, 2022
Listen in as host Steve Kuker visits with Dr. Jeffrey Burns, co-director of the KU Alzheimer’s Research Center, about all things Alzheimer’s. Dr. Burns defines Alzheimer’s disease and explains the difference between Alzheimer’s and dementia. He also discusses how to reduce your risk of cognitive impairment, signs and symptoms of Alzheimer’s, what you should do if you suspect you may have Alzheimer’s, current treatments, and exciting new treatments that will be available soon. Steve also has a call to action: The KU Alzheimer’s Research Center and the other 32 certified Alzheimer’s research centers across the country need volunteers to participate in clinical trials. The first person cured of Alzheimer’s disease will be a participant in one of these trials. And who knows, you could be saving someone you love from this catastrophic disease. Listen to the program to learn about how you can participate in clinical trials in your area. #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting #Alzheimers #KUALZ #KUADRC
July 23, 2022
Listen in as host Steve Kuker visits with Bruce Glenn, CIO and owner of the Glenn Team Wealth Planning at Infinitas. Bruce provides a current market update. Bruce also discusses the various types of life insurance available, who needs life insurance, and addresses the commercials regarding selling your life insurance policy. Steve does some Medicare myth busting with “Myth vs. Fact” and provides an overview of Long Term Care Insurance. #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting
July 16, 2022
Listen in as host Steve Kuker celebrates the 9th anniversary of his program! Also, a MAJOR announcement: Senior Care Live is now a NATIONALLY SYNDICATED RADIO PROGRAM that will be heard across America! Steve introduces himself to the national audience and shares information about the Assisted Living level of care. Don’t miss the Senior Care In The News report that involves stunning government hypocrisy and double standards. Spoiler alert: Did you know that government inspectors are NOT required to be vaccinated, take a Covid test, or wear a mask when entering a nursing home… while performing their job of inspecting that community for their vaccination status, Covid testing protocol, proper use of PPE, and the effectiveness of their infection control program? Steve provides a follow up and shares more information on his Home Care Provider Screening Tool and offers it FREE of charge to Senior Care Live listeners! #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting
July 9, 2022
Listen in as host Steve Kuker visits with Ben Souchek from Home Downsizing Solutions about current market conditions and offers his informative book “Home Downsizing Secrets” FREE to Senior Care Live listeners! Steve shares the story of what inspired him to start his firm Senior Care Consulting and describes the services offered as a “placement service with integrity”. #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting
July 2, 2022
Listen in as host Steve Kuker visits with David Wiley, President and CEO of Kansas City Hospice and Palliative Care. David defines Hospice Care and explains the importance of patient choice. David also discusses the Kansas City Hospice House and the NorthCare Hospice House, the higher level of inpatient care that is provided there, and when a Hospice House would be the appropriate care setting for a hospice patient. Steve explains the difference between Home Health Care and Home Care, and provides a FREE Home Care Provider Screening Tool that is very helpful when choosing a home care provider. #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting #Hospice #HomeCare
June 25, 2022
Listen in as host Steve Kuker visits with Bruce Glenn, CIO and owner of the Glenn Team Wealth Planning at Infinitas. Bruce addresses the timely question of “will my money last through retirement?”. Steve provides a review of Continuing Care Retirement Communities, what they offer, and what they cost.
June 18, 2022
Listen in as host Steve Kuker visits with Ben Souchek from Home Downsizing Solutions about their service of buying houses “as is” for cash, with the owner able to stay in the house even after closing, while waiting for their next home to become available. Steve provides a Senior Care In The News Report on a disturbing story about very poor care at a local nursing home, explains what a Special Focus Facility is, and how you can learn more about measurable performance indicators and history of long term care communities. #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting
June 11,
Listen in as host Steve Kuker answers the difficult question “when is the right time to consider moving from home to a senior care community?”. Then, Steve has a Consumer Alert regarding the “free” referral services and explains there are many quality providers in the market that are not willing to pay to play. Steve presents an ethical “placement service with integrity” as an alternative to the free referral services. #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting
June 4, 2022
Listen in as host Steve Kuker visits with David Wiley, President and CEO of Kansas City Hospice and Palliative Care, about recognizing and celebrating National Nursing Assistants week. David discusses ways to honor a CNA and how KC Hospice recognizes CNAs and the important work they do. Steve provides an overview of the valuable VA Aid and Attendance benefit, a little known benefit that helps veterans and their surviving spouses pay for expensive senior care. #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting #Hospice #VAAidAndAttendance
May 28, 2022
Listen in as host Steve Kuker visits with Bruce Glenn, CIO and owner of the Glenn Team Wealth Planning at Infinitas. Bruce discusses how seniors and their caregivers can stress test their investments and explains how to do that. This is especially important today, given our current economic turbulence. Steve has a Senior Care In The News report and breaks down the primary elements of Long Term Care Insurance. #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting
May 21, 2022
Listen in as host Steve Kuker visits with Ben Souchek from Home Downsizing Solutions about their service of buying houses “as is” for cash, and how the rising interest rates are affecting home sales. And, what if your loved one qualifies for both Assisted Living as well as Long Term Care? Steve addresses what to consider and how to make the best choice for your loved one. #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting
May 14, 2022
Listen in as host Steve Kuker answers the important question “When is the right time to consider moving from home to a senior care community?” and reviews what you must determine BEFORE beginning your search. #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting
May 7, 2022
Listen in as host Steve Kuker visits with David Wiley, President and CEO of Kansas City Hospice and Palliative Care, and Sherry Ainsworth, KC Hospice Foundation Board Member and a KCH Solace House Ambassador. David discusses National Nurse’s Month and recognizes their significant contribution to our healthcare system. Sherry discusses National Children’s Mental Health Awareness Week, highlighting the need for better mental and emotional healthcare for children and how the KCH Solace House supports kids as young as 3 years old for those who are struggling with concerning symptoms of grief. David invites everyone to the annual community ceremony called “Circle of Lights” which offers individuals and families a powerful way to remember their loved ones. For more information, visit KCHospice.org/WeRemember. Steve explains Continuing Care Retirement Communities (CCRC), their up-front and monthly costs, and explains how difficult it is to determine which one is best for your needs. #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting #Hospice
April 30, 2022
Listen in as host Steve Kuker reviews the levels of senior care available in the market today as well as their average cost per month. Steve also discusses memory care and explains that it is NOT a place but a “type of care” that can be found in 4 different “levels of care”. Don’t miss this informative episode! #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting
April 23, 2022
Listen in as host Steve Kuker explains how to remain independent at home and safely age in place. Then, Steve addresses the very difficult question “When is the right time to consider moving from home to a senior care community?” #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting
April 16, 2022
Listen in as host Steve Kuker visits with Ben Souchek from Home Downsizing Solutions about how you can sell your home “as is” for cash and walk away, and not worry about making repairs, improvements, and updates. Ben offers Senior Care Live listeners a copy of his new book “Home Downsizing Secrets” FREE OF CHARGE at HomeDownsizingSecrets.com. Steve informs listeners on how to maximize the care provided at ANY senior care community you choose. #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting
April 9, 2022
Listen in as host Steve Kuker visits with artists Marn Jensen and Andy Newcom about their new exhibit “The Art of the Wish” open now through May 28th at the Leedy-Voulkos art center in Kansas City. This is an art exhibit like no other, that everyone can understand and appreciate, you must see this! They interviewed elderly individuals and asked them if they had a wish. The response from each and every person was simple, impactful, and profound. Once the wish was stated, Marn and Andy created a piece of art that captures and represents the wish. Walk around the room, read the many stories, and then prepare to be moved to realization, reflection, and action… maybe even shed a few tears. Tune in to hear from the artists themselves, and learn about the fundraising event benefiting the Center for Practical Bioethics. #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting
April 2, 2022
Listen in as host Steve Kuker visits with David Wiley, President and CEO of Kansas City Hospice and Palliative Care, and Melissa Basgall, Volunteer Services Manager at KC Hospice. David discusses National Healthcare Decisions Day and explains why it’s so important having an advance healthcare directive to make your wishes known as early as 18 years of age. Melissa explains the important role volunteers play in our community and recognizes the excellent work they do at KC Hospice as April is National Volunteer Month. Did you know that KC Hospice provided almost 11,000 hours of volunteer services in 2021, which is nearly twice the required amount? Tune in to learn more about volunteer opportunities available with KC Hospice! April is National Minority Health Month and David explains how to get involved to make a difference in our community. Steve shares a story of how a Senior Care Consulting client avoided making a huge mistake and how his firm was able to help them identify the right fit and choose the best place available for their mother. #SeniorCare #SeniorCareConsulting #SeniorCareLive #Hospice https://www.buzzsprout.com/1792914/10377362
March 26, 2022
Listen in as host Steve Kuker visits with Mr. Cary Hall, America’s Healthcare Advocate. They have a lively discussion about Medicare, Covid-19, and a relatively new Alzheimer’s drug. Don’t miss the Senior Care In The News Report about the new subvariant of Omicron (BA.2). Also, the Senior Care Live Question of the Week reveals and little known Medicare penalty that you will definitely want to learn about and try to avoid! #SenorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting #AmericasHelathcareAdvocate #Medicare @AHARadioShow
March 19, 2022
Listen in as host Steve Kuker visits with Ben Souchek from Home Downsizing Solutions about how to identify a LEGITIMATE cash home-buying company. Ben announces his new website StopLowBallOffers.com, created to inform everyone on how to avoid engaging with these unscrupulous wholesalers and to prevent a low-ball offer on your house. Ben also offers the “Secret Insider’s Guide” at NO COST to Senior Care Live listeners! Steve recognizes and celebrates National Social Work Month and has a Senior Care In The News Report regarding involuntary discharges from Assisted Living. Then, Steve explains how to avoid choosing the wrong Senior Care Community. #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting
March 12, 2022
Listen in as host Steve Kuker visits with David Wiley, President and CEO of Kansas City Hospice and Palliative Care, and Renee Valdovino, Social Workers Team Lead with KCHPC. David recognizes National Social Workers Month, explains the difference between Hospice and Palliative Care, and what types of professionals provide patients with care. Renee explains the important role Social Workers have when caring for Hospice and Palliative Care patients and provides examples of some of the many ways they can help patients and their families. David shares powerful stories of how KC Hospice social workers and community assistance resources can make a huge difference for people facing serious life limiting illness. Steve reviews Long Term Care Insurance. #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting #Hospice
March 5, 2022
Listen in as host Steve Kuker has a Senior Care In The News Report regarding the CDC release of Covid19 related statistics. Spoiler alert: the numbers are falling quickly! Steve shares some dementia-related statistics that will shock you, then defines memory care, who it’s for, and how it is delivered in a senior care community… including the 2 triggers that would require a move to the memory care neighborhood within the care community. #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting
February 26, 2022
Listen in to SPECIAL EPISODE of Senior Care Live as host Steve Kuker recognizes and celebrates the 450th episode of the program! Steve reviews the top issues that could result in a discharge from the Assisted Living level of care and how to avoid an unwanted discharge. Don’t miss the “giggle of the week”, some pretty funny stuff! Then, Steve has a Consumer Alert regarding a client being deliberately misled, and how Senior Care Consulting was able to help this gentleman and his wife. #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting
February 19, 2022
Listen in as host Steve Kuker visits with Ben Souchek from Home Downsizing Solutions about the benefits of selling your house “as is” and speaks with a client on-air about her experience working with Ben. Then, Steve reviews when to consider moving from home to a senior care community. And, since he is seeing so many waiting lists in the market today, Steve discusses a 2-step process when proactively planning your move. #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting
February 12, 2022
Listen in as host Steve Kuker explains the many ways to pay for the high cost of senior care including Private Pay, Medicare, Long Term Care Insurance, and the VA Aid and Attendance Benefit. Then, Steve has a Senior Care In The New Report that may surprise you regarding the vaccination status of local hospitalized patients and a stunning report from Johns Hopkins University regarding the effectiveness of the lockdowns relative to decreasing patient deaths. #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting
February 5, 2022
Listen in as host Steve Kuker visits with David Wiley, President and CEO of Kansas City Hospice and Palliative Care, and Dr. Pamela Harris, Medical Director of Kansas City Hospice. February is American Heart Month and Dr. Harris discusses options for people struggling with distressing symptoms of advanced heart disease and how hospice and palliative care can fit into caring for people with diseases such as congestive heart failure. Then, Dr. Harris discusses specific information about heart disease in women and how the symptoms may be different from those affecting men. David discusses National Caregivers Day (February 18), who this day recognizes, suggests ways to show appreciation to your favorite caregiver, and how Kansas City Hospice recognizes their amazing professional caregivers. Steve shares a story of how a Senior Care Consulting client was misled in the marketplace. Then Steve discusses Medicaid, how to qualify for Medicaid, and how that program can pay for long term care. #SeniorCare # SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting #Hospice
January 29, 2022
Listen in as host Steve Kuker visits with Patty Garrett from RNS Private Duty Care about home care services, the difference between home health care and home care, and some of today’s biggest challenges when providing home care. Steve has a Consumer Alert about the “free” referral services and shares some Better Business Bureau complaints from real customers. Spoiler Alert: you may be shocked to learn what is reported! Then Steve has a Senior Care In The News Report with updates regarding the Omicron variant, a new sub-version recently discovered, and the use of IV Monoclonal Antibody therapy to treat symptoms. #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting #HomeCare
January 22, 2022
Listen in as host Steve Kuker visits with Ben Souchek from Home Downsizing Solutions about the many reasons you could benefit from selling your home quickly “as is” for cash. They also discuss some of the “too good to be true” advertisements from some of the many cash home-buying companies that seem to be popping up everywhere. Steve has a Senior Care In The News report you don’t want to miss. Then, Steve reviews the 3 pricing models of the Assisted Living level of care. #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting
January 15, 2022
Listen in as host Steve Kuker explains the primary levels of care and their associated monthly costs, as we enter the peak demand of the entire year for senior care. Don’t miss the “Myth vs. Fact” segment as Steve dispels several myths regarding the “free” referral services. Then, Steve reviews how his firm Senior Care Consulting conducts a thorough geriatric care assessment (with their proprietary assessment tool) to help his clients determine exactly what they need, finding the right fit and best place available, when searching for Assisted Living, Memory Care, or Long Term Care. #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting
January 8, 2022
Listen in as host Steve Kuker visits with David Wiley, President and CEO of Kansas City Hospice and Palliative Care, about optimistically looking ahead to the new year. David provides several ideas on how caregivers can do this, even under the pressure of being a caregiver. Some of the ideas include becoming empowered with knowledge, getting organized, accepting help, taking a break, and providing self-care… just to name a few! David also discusses how Kansas City Hospice and Palliative Care supports families and caregivers with the many programs and services they offer. Steve reviews the Assisted Living level of care and explains how it is NOT a standardized model, allowing for a wide range of available support… making it the second most difficult level of care to navigate when searching for Assisted Living. #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting #Hospice
January 1, 2022
Listen in as host Steve Kuker visits with Gary Mehalic, owner of Bath Innovations Walk-in Bathtubs and Remodeling. They discuss the dangers that exist in a typical bathroom, fall prevention, the therapeutic benefits of a walk-in bathtub, and what makes Bath Innovations tubs better than the competition. No high-pressure sales tactics, quality craftsmanship, a superior tub at a lower price… contact Gary for a free consultation! Steve warns of the dramatic increase in positive Covid rates in the area, recommends looking for a Senior Care Community NOW before the seasonal peak demand arrives, and wishes his listening audience a Happy New Year! #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting #WalkinBathTub
December 25, 2021
Listen in as host Steve Kuker reviews the primary levels of care available in senior care communities, what they offer, and their monthly costs. Don’t miss the Senior Care In The News report! Steve sets the record straight with Myth vs. Fact regarding the “free” referral services and compares them to the services offered by Senior Care Consulting. Finally, Steve discusses his personal health journey and wishes his listening audience a very Merry Christmas! #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting
December 18, 2021
Listen in as host Steve Kuker visits with Ben Souchek from Home Downsizing Solutions about the many benefits of selling your house “as is” versus selling on the traditional retail market. If you need to sell your house while waiting for an opening in a senior care community, you can stay in the house until you need to move, even AFTER closing with cash in hand! Don’t miss the Senior Care Live Giggle of the Week. Steve sounds the alarm, as many senior care communities are being inundated with referrals at this time, it appears the annual cycle of peak demand may be starting a little early this year! If you’re not happy with your current assisted living, long term care, or memory care provider, Steve explains how to address your concerns with them and when you should consider moving to another community. He reviews how his firm Senior Care Consulting can help you explore other options that may be a better fit, and answers the important question “can I move to another long term care community if I’m currently qualified for Medicaid?” #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting
December 11, 2021
Listen in as host Steve Kuker visits with Dr. Heather Savedra, Medical Director, and Lori Doonan, Community Relations Specialist with ArchWell Health, Kansas City. Learn about this new and exciting “senior focused” health service, how they are different than other primary care practices, and the many benefits offered by ArchWell Health for seniors in our community. Spoiler alert: Does your doctor offer to arrange transportation to get you to and from your appointment? Is there a community center and activities offered to socially connect with other seniors in a deep and meaningful way? If not, tune in to learn more and see if ArchWell Health is right for you! Steve shares the story of how he started Senior Care Consulting and explains why it is important to search for a senior care community NOW, before we experience the annual peak demand of January and February! #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting #ArchWellHealth
December 4, 2021
Listen in as host Steve Kuker visits with David Wiley, President and CEO of Kansas City Hospice and Palliative Care, and Melissa Basgall, Volunteer Services Manager with KCHPC. David discusses the many programs and services offered by Kansas City Hospice. Being a non-profit mission-driven organization, KC Hospice goes over and above what is required by a hospice provider. David and Melissa share stories of how staff, volunteers, and donors positively impact patients and their families this holiday season and throughout the year. David shares an end-of-the-year fund raising campaign where donations are matched up to $35,000! Steve explains the seasonal demand for all senior care communities and why you should ACT NOW, when choosing a senior care community, before the peak demand of January and February! #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting #Hospice
November 27, 2021
Listen in as host Steve Kuker discusses how families come together over the Thanksgiving holiday, realize their elderly loved one needs care, then decide to look for a care community after the first of the year. Steve reviews when to consider moving to a care community and what you should determine before beginning your search. Steve also has a warning about delaying your search and explains why you should take action NOW to ensure availability at your preferred senior care community. #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting
November 20, 2021
Listen in as host Steve Kuker visits with Ben Souchek from Home Downsizing Solutions about how his company buys houses “as is” and the owner can walk away without worrying about making costly repairs and updates. Ben also warns listeners of wholesalers disguised as cash buyers (with no intention or ability to buy your house for cash), this is information you will want to learn about! Steve discusses Medicaid and how this program helps pay for the cost of long term care. #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting #DownSize #RealEstate
November 13, 2021
Listen in as host Steve Kuker visits with Ron Cherry, Associate Director of National Veteran Services with the VFW National Headquarters. They recognize Veterans Day and discuss the little-known VA Aid and Attendance benefit that helps senior veterans and their surviving spouses pay for the high cost of senior care. They discuss what it is, what services it will pay for, how to qualify, and how much money is available per month. Ron also shares a major success story of how he was able to help a veteran receive six figure back-dated compensation, it’s an amazing story you do not want to miss! #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting #VFW #AidAndAttendance
November 6, 2021
Listen in as host Steve Kuker visits with David Wiley, President and CEO of Kansas City Hospice and Palliative Care, and Patty Poore, Director of Clinical Services with KCHPC. They discuss the significance of National Hospice and Palliative Care month, the difference between the two levels of service, and who is eligible for the services. David and Patty address some common misconceptions about Hospice care and also discuss Medicare and private insurance coverage of Hospice care. Steve defines the primary levels of care available in the market place along with their monthly cost. #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting #Hospice
October 30, 2021
Listen in as host Steve Kuker visits with Mark Squires, “The Medicare Whisperer” regarding all things Medicare! They discuss the annual election period, Medicare insurance coverage including Part A, B, D and the various supplemental plans. What is a Medicare Advantage Plan and who should have one? Don’t miss the Consumer Alert regarding all of the Medicare commercials that are flooding the airwaves. Mark discusses the Medicare Insulin program where you can get your insulin for only $35/month and informs listeners of the Medicare “Extra Help” program for people with limited resources. #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting #MedicareWhisperer #Medicare
October 23, 2021
Listen in as host Steve Kuker has a homecare market update and explains when to consider moving from home to a senior care community. Then Steve reviews Continuing Care Retirement Communities (CCRC) as a popular choice for many of his clients and provides an overview of how to pay for senior care, focusing on private pay and Long Term Care Insurance. #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting
October 16, 2021
Listen in as host Steve Kuker visits with Ben Souchek from Home Downsizing Solutions about how to identify a LEGITIMATE cash home-buying company. Ben announces a new website StopLowBallOffers.com created to inform everyone on how to avoid engaging with these unscrupulous wholesalers and to prevent a low-ball offer on your house. Ben also offers the Secret Insider’s Guide at NO COST to Senior Care Live listeners! Steve discusses Caring for the Caregiver, has a perfect analogy of why that is important, and provides an update on his health journey! #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting
October 9, 2021
Listen in as host Steve Kuker defines Assisted Living, reviews the 3 pricing models for Assisted Living, and has a warning about the potential of “over promise under deliver”. Then Steve discusses the Top 10 most common reasons a resident could be discharged from the Assisted Living level of care explains what you can do to avoid an unexpected discharge and extend your length of stay at your chosen Assisted Living community! #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting #AssistedLiving
October 2, 2021
Listen in as host Steve Kuker visits with David Wiley, President and CEO of Kansas City Hospice and Palliative Care, and Mary Zahner Bauer, Director of Donor Relations with KCHPC. Mary explains the components of an estate plan, who should have one, the importance of having a complete estate plan, and ensuring your legacy of giving. David shares beautiful stories of how families of KC Hospice patients have donated in the name of their loved one to help continue the KC Hospice mission. David and Steve announce the KC Hospice fund raising event SNL: Sunday Night Live and how you can contribute and participate! Steve shares the average monthly cost of the primary levels of senior care offered in the Kansas City region. #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting #Hospice
September 25, 2021
Listen in as host Steve Kuker recognizes Alzheimer’s Awareness Month, World Alzheimer’s Day, and reviews the warning signs of dementia. Don’t miss the Senior Care In The News report regarding declining CV19 vaccine efficacy. Steve has a Consumer Alert regarding more incorrect information in the marketplace. Then, Steve explains how “memory care” is NOT a place, but a specific TYPE of care for cognitively impaired residents that can be found at 4 different LEVELS of care. #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting
September 18, 2021
Listen in as host Steve Kuker visits with Ben Souchek from Home Downsizing Solutions about how to identify a REAL cash home-buying company and the 4 key questions you should ask prior to engaging with them, to prevent a low-ball offer on your house! Steve shares a senior care market update and answers the most commonly asked question “when should we consider moving from home to a senior care community?”. #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting
September 11, 2021
Listen in as host Steve Kuker visits with David Wiley, President and CEO of Kansas City Hospice and Palliative Care, and Todd Steinbrecher, Director of Patient Support Services with KCHPC. This program is in recognition of the 20th anniversary of 911. Todd, a veteran himself, explains his role at KCHPC and the work he does on behalf of Kansas City Hospice serving veterans in our community. He also discusses the state of veterans in our country and how service members are being honored on this anniversary of 911. David discusses how our local community can get involved in 911 remembrances and memorial ceremonies. Steve shares his personal story of that tragic day.
September 4, 2021
Listen in as host Steve Kuker has some final thoughts from his program last week with Dr. Herrick, provides a Senior Care In The News Report from CMS and the AP regarding a new emergency mandate for nursing homes, and discusses the severe staffing shortage in senior-related healthcare and how it is affecting businesses and consumers. Steve also has a Giggle of the Week and a Consumer Alert regarding home care providers.
August 28, 2021
Listen in as host Steve Kuker visits with Dr. Patrick Herrick M.D., Ph.D., Board Certified in Family Medicine and Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering, about all things Covid-19 and the vaccines. Steve asks Dr. Herrick about the Delta variant, vaccine efficacy, booster shots, inpatient and outpatient therapies, and SO much more. THIS is an information-filled program you will definitely want to hear!
August 21, 2021
Listen in as host Steve Kuker visits with Ben Souchek from Home Downsizing Solutions. They break down the project-cost and amount of time it would take to make common home repairs and upgrades, in an effort to list your house on the retail market. Then, they offer an alternative, selling the house “as is” for cash and walking away. It’s not for everyone, but it makes a whole lot of sense for SO many! Then, Steve has a follow-up on last week’s program and addresses a common concern in the marketplace regarding Covid19 and senior care communities. Steve also provides an update on his health journey and how he was able to reach a significant milestone last week! #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting
August 14, 2021
Listen in to a SPECIAL EPISODE of Senior Care Live as host Steve Kuker celebrates the 19th ANNIVERSARY of his firm Senior Care Consulting! Steve shares the story of how it all began, does some Myth busting in Myth vs. Fact, and provides a Consumer Alert! Steve also has an overview of the services offered by his firm Senior Care Consulting. #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting
August 7, 2021
Listen in as host Steve Kuker visits with Lisa Farmer, Director of Grief Programs at Kansas City Hospice and Palliative Care, about resources for people who are grieving the loss of a loved one as well as grieving other non-death related losses. Lisa shares some great ideas regarding what to say to someone who is grieving and discusses all of the many resources available at KC Hospice. Steve and Lisa inform listeners of where you can find quality unbiased information regarding CV19 vaccination. #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting #Hospice #Covid19Vaccine
July 31, 2021
Listen in as host Steve Kuker begins the program by discussing the “Risk and Liability of Hiring an Individual” vs. a Homecare Company. Don’t miss the Senior Care In The News segment about the Delta Variant and employee vaccination mandates. The Consumer Alert is about homecare companies and the staffing shortage, and Steve elaborates on the Risk of Recommendation for healthcare professionals. #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive .
July 24, 2021
Listen in as host Steve Kuker reviews what to determine BEFORE beginning a search for a senior care community. Don’t miss the SCL Giggle of the Week! Then, Steve discusses the “Risk of Recommendation”. #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive
July 17, 2021 Podcast
Listen in as host Steve Kuker visits with Ben Souchek from Home Downsizing Solutions about the benefits of selling your house “as is” and speaks with a client on-air about her excellent experience working with Ben. Steve provides a Consumer Alert about a disturbing event that does not have a happy ending and explains how to avoid a situation like this altogether. Then, Steve answers the important question “When should you consider moving from your home to a senior care community?”. #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #Downsize
July 10, 2021
Listen in to a SPECIAL EPISODE of Senior Care Live, as host Steve Kuker Celebrates the 8th ANNIVERSARY of the program! Steve explains what a “Care Contract” is, who should have one, why it’s critically important to have one, and what happens if you don’t have a Care Contract. Steve discusses a couple of key strategies to protect your assets while spending down to qualify for Medicaid. Don’t miss the Consumer Alert with a story about a difficult situation that has a good ending! #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive
July 3, 2021
Listen in as host Steve Kuker visits with David Wiley, President and CEO of Kansas City Hospice and Palliative Care, and Dr. Pam Harris, Director of Medical Programs with KCHPC. They discuss the Kansas City Hospice House, review the services offered, and recognize the 15th anniversary of the Hospice House. David explains the role the Hospice House has in our community and how he sees its role in the future. There are many volunteer opportunities at the Kansas City Hospice House, find out how you can get involved! Steve has a review of some specific Elder Law issues, as an extension of last week’s program. #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #Hospice #ElderLaw
June 26, 2021
Listen in as host Steve Kuker visits with Amber Thailing, J.D./M.S.W., from KC Elder Law. They discuss the difference between Estate Planning and Elder Law, explain Power of Attorney documents, and review the difference between a Will and a Trust. They also set the record straight with “Myth vs. Fact” and provide a “Consumer Alert”! Amber reviews some specific Medicaid planning and asset protection strategies that could help you and your family. Don’t miss this very informative episode of Senior Care Live! #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #ElderLaw #EstatePlanning
June 19, 2021
Listen in as host Steve Kuker visits with Ben Souchek from Home Downsizing Solutions. They break down the project-cost and amount of time it would take to make common home repairs and upgrades, in an effort to list your house on the retail market. Then, they offer an alternative, selling the house “as is” for cash, and walking away. It’s not for everyone, but it makes a whole lot of sense for SO many! Steve recognizes World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, defines elder abuse and neglect, and explains how to report it. #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive
June 12, 2021
Listen in as host Steve Kuker visits with David Wiley, President and CEO of Kansas City Hospice and Palliative Care, and Patty Poore, Director of Clinical Services at KCHPC. They discuss National Nurse Assistants Week that is celebrated June 17-24, recognize their tremendous contribution to our healthcare system, and explain the critical role they play in providing hospice care. David discusses the KC Hospice “Employee Excellence Award”, shares a powerful story about the 2021 winner, and announces a new employee recognition program called the “Halo Award”. Steve shares a Giggle of the Week and a Consumer Alert. #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #Hospice
June 5, 2021
Listen in as host Steve Kuker visits with Dan Chik and Jill Lamb from a new senior care community called Maggie’s Place. This is a new and unique concept offering memory care, located in Overland Park, Kansas. Maggie’s Place serves residents with cognitive impairment, including Alzheimer’s and dementia, in a home-like setting with only 12 residents per household. Each resident has their own master bedroom and full bathroom. Staff is specifically trained in memory care, following the “Positive Approach to Care” (PAC) program from dementia expert Teepa Snow. With care provided in a beautiful small village setting, Maggie’s Place is an excellent option for families to consider when searching for memory care in the Kansas City area. #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive
May 29, 2021
Listen in as host Steve Kuker visits with Ron Cherry, Associate Director - National Veteran Service Office with the VFW National Headquarters, to discuss the VA Aid and Attendance Benefit. This is a little known benefit that will help pay for the high cost of senior care. They will explain what it is, how to qualify for it, and how much it will pay per month. Ron shares an incredible story about how the VFW helped a veteran, making a profound difference in his life. #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #VFW
May 22, 2021
Listen in as host Steve Kuker does some myth busting in “Myth vs. Fact” and shares a Giggle of the Week. Steve also provides a Consumer Alert about Assisted Living vs. Memory Care. Spoiler Alert: “Memory Care” doesn’t have a licensure! #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive
May 15, 2021
Listen in as host Steve Kuker visits with Ben Souchek from Home Downsizing Solutions about the benefits of selling your house “as is” and speaks with a client on-air about her experience working with Ben. Steve recognizes National Nurses Month, has a “giggle of the week”, and explains the “2021 Great Rush to Senior Care”. #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive
May 8, 2021
Listen in as host Steve Kuker provides a Senior Care In The News report and follows up with additional information regarding Long Term Care Insurance policies. Then in a Consumer Alert, Steve explains that “memory care” is not a place, it’s a special type of care provided wherever you call home. Steve also discusses the “entrance fee” model in a CCRC and explains how Senior Care Consulting can help you choose the right fit. #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive
May 1, 2021
Listen in as host Steve Kuker visits with David Wiley, President and CEO of Kansas City Hospice and Palliative Care, and Susan Wurtenberger, Team Lead and Grief Support Specialist with KCHPC. David recognizes National Nurse’s Month and Susan discusses grief support and the many programs KC Hospice offers to address the grieving and coping process. Steve and David discuss the KC Hospice “Circle of Lights” event which offers individuals and families a powerful way to remember their loved ones, to be held on Tuesday May 25th at 8pm. Steve reviews Long Term Care Insurance and provides advice on several policy details. #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #Hospice #LTCinsurance