In this episode of Honestly Aging by Friends Life Care VigR®, we explore an important part of vibrant aging: staying confident on your feet. Our guest, Judith Sachs, founder of Anyone Can Move, brings decades of experience as a dancer, movement educator, and certified instructor in Dance for Parkinson's, balance and gait work, and fall-recovery training.

Judith shares how movement became her life's mission and why she believes every body, at every age and ability, can learn to move with more ease, awareness, and joy. She explains who is most at risk for falling, the surprising science behind fear of falling, and the simple strategies that can improve balance at home and in everyday life.

Listeners will learn about: • How our center of gravity shifts as we age • Why weight-shifting is essential for safe movement • Practical ways to recover after a fall and advocate for yourself • How music supports brain-body coordination • The power of community and connection in building confidence

Judith also introduces the inclusive programs she leads through Anyone Can Move, including Dance for Parkinson's, balance and gait classes, close-contact mobility training for couples, and her newest offering, Bounce Back: Mastering the Art of Falling and Recovery.

Whether you want to feel steadier walking, reduce your risk of injury, or rediscover the joy of moving freely, this conversation offers inspiration and actionable tools you can start using today.

Resources: https://anyonecanmove.com/ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61574844970363 https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdmfR6wAHqmvTIo9A1avV0g https://www.linkedin.com/in/judith-sachs-37106a2/

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In this episode of Honestly Aging by Friends Life Care VigR®, we're exploring what it really means to care for a loved one in today's world and how technology can make that journey a little lighter.

We're joined by Traci Lamb, Business Development Specialist at OdessaConnect, a platform that helps older adults stay connected through the most familiar screen in the home – the TV. Drawing from both her professional experience and personal caregiving story, Traci shares honest insights about the emotional, financial, and logistical challenges caregivers face and how accessible tech can bring comfort, connection, and peace of mind.

Listeners will learn how to:

• Navigate the emotional weight and daily realities of caregiving

• Use simple technology to reduce isolation and strengthen family connection

• Approach caregiving with more planning, balance, and self-compassion

Whether you're caring for a parent, a partner, or preparing for the road ahead, this conversation reminds us that caregiving doesn't have to be done alone and that the right tools can make the journey more connected, supported, and human.

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Resources:

https://odessaconnect.tv/

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https://www.linkedin.com/company/odessaconnect/

https://www.youtube.com/@odessaconnect

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https://www.linkedin.com/in/tracilamb/

Email: traci@odessaconnect.tv

Phone: 813-997-7503

https://adaptiveequipmentcorner.com/

https://www.youtube.com/c/AdaptiveEquipmentCorner

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Grief is a universal experience, yet each person's journey through it is deeply personal. In this episode of Honestly Aging by Friends Life Care VigR®, we're joined by George Salloom, a retired social worker and long-time bereavement support facilitator with over 30 years of experience.

George shares insights from his decades of work in hospitals, long-term care, and hospice settings, as well as from leading eight-week bereavement support groups. He discusses the many forms grief can take – personal, communal, and ambiguous – and explains the difference between grief and mourning. With compassion and wisdom, George explores how meditation, music, group connection, and even spiritual reflection can create safe spaces for healing and growth.

Listeners will hear about the challenges of moving beyond the "fixer" mindset, the myths around the stages of grief, and the powerful transformations participants often experience when they open themselves to support. Whether you are grieving a loved one, supporting someone else in their loss, or simply reflecting on your own spiritual journey, this conversation offers comfort, perspective, and hope.

Resources: georgesalloom@hotmail.com https://bereavementcenter.org/ https://www.griefshare.org/ https://www.griefcounselor.org/resources/

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#HonestlyAging #FriendsLifeCare #VigR #Podcast #GriefSupport #BereavementCare #VibrantAging #AgingWithResilience

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