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In this heartfelt episode of The Medical Equipment World & Healthcare: Get the Scoop!, we’re honored to host Dan Cohen, MSW — Founder & CEO of Right to Music and the pioneering force behind Music & Memory.

• A global change-maker in dementia care, Dan’s work was the catalyst for the award-winning documentary Alive Inside, which won the 2014 Sundance Audience Award for its powerful storytelling of music’s emotional impact. https://youtu.be/x9IHUPamCB4?si=TEuOBPC0pwIXp85PIn 2012, Dan received the Bellagio Fellowship from the Rockefeller Foundation for his innovative approach to improving quality of life for individuals with cognitive decline. LinkedIn+4ADRC+4Sound Health Network+4Ozaukee County+5Music & Memory+5LinkedIn+5Wikipedia+9Greater Good+9Ozaukee County+9
• Music & Memory now serves over 5,800 care sites across all 50 states and is embedded in public policy in 29 states. His program has been extensively studied and shown to reduce antipsychotic use, depression, and caregiver stress in individuals with dementia and Alzheimer’s. Music & MemoryWikipediaOzaukee County

In this episode, we explore:

• How personalized music reawakens memories, mood, and connection for those with dementia and Alzheimer’s
• The origin story behind Alive Inside — and how one viral video changed perceptions worldwide LinkedIn+13Music & Memory+13Los Angeles Times+13Ozaukee County+8People.com+8Los Angeles Times+8
• Real-world outcomes: less agitation, improved communication, and measurable reductions in medication reliance and depressive symptoms Wikipedia+2Ozaukee County+2
• Caregiver-friendly tools and practical ways listeners can bring the power of music into home care and senior living environments

If you’re a caregiver, healthcare leader, or advocate for memory care, this episode offers both inspiration and actionable strategies to enhance connection and comfort for your loved ones or residents.

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Join us in this insightful episode as we sit down with Dot Boyd, a passionate Senior Safety Specialist who's transforming how seniors live with confidence and independence. Drawing from her personal experience as a caregiver and her years of advocate work—including involvement with the StopFalls Sacramento Coalition—Dot shares her journey and dedication to senior safety.dotforseniorsafety.com+3dotforseniorsafety.com+3dotforseniorsafety.com+3

We explore essential topics such as:

• How to prepare for emergency situations with practical tools and strategies
• Effective fall prevention techniques that truly make a difference
• The latest in smart safety technologies—from emergency alert pendants and GPS-enabled devices to virtual caregivers and home sensorsdotforseniorsafety.com+1
• Interactive workshops and educational resources that empower seniors and caregivers alikedotforseniorsafety.com+4dotforseniorsafety.com+4dotforseniorsafety.com+4

Contact Dot @ https://dotforseniorsafety.com/

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Giancarlo Paolillo - (CTO) Empowering Families: How Watch Our Own (APP) is Changing Safety & Care for Loved Ones"

In this episode of The Medical Equipment World & Healthcare: Get the Scoop!, we sit down with Giancarlo Paolillo, founder of Watch Our Own, the groundbreaking app designed to give families peace of mind, enhance safety, and improve communication when caring for loved ones.

We dive into:

• Why safety gaps exist for seniors, patients, and vulnerable family members.
• How Watch Our Own helps families stay connected and informed in real-time.
• Practical ways to prevent falls, emergencies, and miscommunication in caregiving.
• Data-driven insight on how families can reduce risks and improve quality of life.

If you’ve ever worried about the safety of a parent, grandparent, or loved one, you’ll want to hear this conversation. Whether you’re a caregiver, healthcare professional, or simply someone who values family, this episode offers tools and knowledge you can act on today.

👉 Learn more: https://www.watchourown.com👉 Explore products & services: https://www.cfsmedicalequipment.com

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