The Age-Friendly Rhode Island Radio Hour

WPRV Programming

The Age-Friendly Rhode Island Radio Hour is a weekly show hosted by The Village Common of RI focusing on issues relevant to older adults. From housing to healthcare to transportation, we hope to build a community that enables Rhode Islanders to live an independent and meaningful life as we age.

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Age-Friendly RI Radio Hour (2-23-22)
23-02-2022
Age-Friendly RI Radio Hour (2-23-22)
Leanna Moran of Blue Cross Blue Shield RI joins to discuss Medicare, Medicaid, and Blue RI for Duals. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Episodes

Age-Friendly RI Radio Hour (2-23-22)
23-02-2022
Age-Friendly RI Radio Hour (2-23-22)
Leanna Moran of Blue Cross Blue Shield RI joins to discuss Medicare, Medicaid, and Blue RI for Duals. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Age-Friendly RI Radio Hour (2-16-22)
16-02-2022
Age-Friendly RI Radio Hour (2-16-22)
Aldersbridge Communities board members Jason Preciphs and Dr. Jodi Glass join to discuss the group's many LGBTQIA inclusion efforts and initiatives. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Age-Friendly RI Radio Hour (2-2-22)
02-02-2022
Age-Friendly RI Radio Hour (2-2-22)
Mark Kravatz of Habitat for Humanity Greater Providence joins to discuss aging in place, volunteering, and the many programs available through Habitat for Humanity. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Age-Friendly RI Radio Hour (1-26-22)
26-01-2022
Age-Friendly RI Radio Hour (1-26-22)
Village Common RI 'Village Leaders' Laurie Meisner (Westerly), Susan McCalmont (Barrington), and John Harkey (Providence), join to discuss their experiences, and what motivated them to participate with Village Common RI. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Age-Friendly RI Radio Hour (1-19-22)
19-01-2022
Age-Friendly RI Radio Hour (1-19-22)
CareLink RI's Dr. Chris Gadbois and Robin Early join to discuss caring for adults with complex health issues. Including a recent grant they received focusing on treatment and care for those with Alzheimer's and dementia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Age-Friendly RI Radio Hour (1-12-22)
12-01-2022
Age-Friendly RI Radio Hour (1-12-22)
Ben Lescault of Grace Barker Health joins to discuss his unique experience in the nursing home industry, and how technology has helped them adapt during these challenging times. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Age-Friendly RI Radio Hour (1-5-22)
05-01-2022
Age-Friendly RI Radio Hour (1-5-22)
Deb Burton of RI Elder Info joins the show to discuss resources for older adults, and trends in the elder care community. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Age-Friendly RI Radio Hour (12-15-21)
15-12-2021
Age-Friendly RI Radio Hour (12-15-21)
Amy Cunningham and Ruben Rivera-Jackman from the University of Washington's Goldsen Institute join to discuss 'Aging with Pride' within the LGBTQ community. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Age-Friendly RI Radio Hour (12-08-21)
08-12-2021
Age-Friendly RI Radio Hour (12-08-21)
Meals on Wheels of RI's Meghan Grady joins to discuss the programs latest upgrades and upcoming events. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Age-Friendly RI Radio Hour (12-01-21)
01-12-2021
Age-Friendly RI Radio Hour (12-01-21)
Certified financial planner Kara Museler of the UBS Hilton Group joins to discuss the most common financial mistakes made in retirement. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Age-Friendly RI Radio Hour (11-24-21)
24-11-2021
Age-Friendly RI Radio Hour (11-24-21)
Rhode Island Organizing Project's (RIOP) Raymond Gagne and Marjorie Waters join to discuss home and community based services. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Age-Friendly RI Radio Hour (11-17-21)
17-11-2021
Age-Friendly RI Radio Hour (11-17-21)
RAMP CEO and founder Tina Pedersen joins to discuss accessibility and inclusivity.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Age-Friendly RI Radio Hour (11-10-21)
10-11-2021
Age-Friendly RI Radio Hour (11-10-21)
Newbury PR + Marketing president Betty Galligan joins to discuss her experience caring for an aging parent. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Age-Friendly RI Radio Hour (11-3-21)
03-11-2021
Age-Friendly RI Radio Hour (11-3-21)
Volunteering is discussed with Deb and Lindsay Tanner of the Southern Rhode Island Volunteers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Age-Friendly RI Radio Hour (10-27-21)
27-10-2021
Age-Friendly RI Radio Hour (10-27-21)
'Healthy Aging' is discussed with consultant and advocate, Maureen Maigret. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Age-Friendly RI Radio Hour (10-20-21)
20-10-2021
Age-Friendly RI Radio Hour (10-20-21)
AARP's Lorna Oinonen joins the show to discuss driver safety, and the programs available to help older drivers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Age-Friendly RI Radio Hour (9-22-21)
22-09-2021
Age-Friendly RI Radio Hour (9-22-21)
Healthy eating, nutrition, and food insecurity are discussed with URI's Sarah Amin and Kathleen Gorman. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Age-Friendly RI Radio Hour (9-15-21)
15-09-2021
Age-Friendly RI Radio Hour (9-15-21)
Caregiver suport groups are discussed with Pat Mattingly, Kathy McKeon, and Judith Slane of The Village Common. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Age-Friendly RI Radio Hour (9-8-21)
08-09-2021
Age-Friendly RI Radio Hour (9-8-21)
Guest is Jen Hawkins, the executive director of ONE Neighborhood Builders. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Age-Friendly RI Radio Hour (9-1-21)
01-09-2021
Age-Friendly RI Radio Hour (9-1-21)
Butler Hospital's 'Memory in Aging' program is discussed with Tara Tang and Lulu Saraiva. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.