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Innovative Aging is a Medbridge podcast exploring bold solutions to common challenges in aging and rehabilitation. Each episode breaks down timely clinical questions and equips therapy practitioners with practical, real-world takeaways — from adaptive design to emerging technologies. To receive continuing education credit (CEUs) for each episode and access bonus resources, visit medbridge.com and complete the accompanying quiz.
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- 2 weeks ago58 min
Innovative Aging Episode 15: Complex Home Safety: How Can We Assess, Fund, and Still Stay Client-Centered?
In this episode of Innovative Aging, host Carol Chiang, OTR/L, CAPS, ECHM, CHAMP, sits down with Dr. Susan “Sue” Doyle, PhD, MSc (postprofessional), B.Occ.Thy., OTR/L, an occupational therapist, researcher, and home-accessibility expert with over 40 years of experience. Together, they explore how clinicians can bridge the gap between evidence-based fall prevention research and practical daily workflows, especially when facing high productivity demands and complex environments like hoarding behaviors. Dr. Doyle highlights actionable ways to move past static home safety checklists, emphasizing that true client-centered outcomes stem from observing person-environment-occupation fit rather than simply listing room hazards. Tune in as we demystify funding pathways—from Medicare Part B and Medicaid waivers to emerging programs—and learn how to structure sustainable, high-impact environmental assessments.Learning OutcomesAnalyze the evidence around conducting specialized home environmental assessments to reduce fall risk and improve functional performance and safetyApply evidence-based, practical strategies to actionably address individual person-environment fit, client-centered prioritization, and sustainable reimbursement pathways for home modificationsSolve patient case scenarios involving complex environmental challenges, such as home clutter or hoarding behaviors, using structured clinical decision-making frameworksTimestamps Welcome Introduction to the importance of home assessments for fall prevention Dr. Sue Doyle's background and journey in occupational therapy The gap between research evidence and clinical practice in home assessments How clinicians can approach home assessments effectively The role of observation and client priorities in assessments Treating hoarding as an occupation in the home Using technology and assessment tools in practice Reimbursement pathways and funding for home modifications Key takeaways for occupational therapists in home safety and modificationsInnovative Aging is brought to you by Medbridge. If you’d like to earn continuing education credit for listening to this episode and access bonus takeaway handouts, log in to your Medbridge account and navigate to the course where you’ll find accreditation details. If applicable, complete the post-course assessment and survey to be eligible for credit. The takeaway handout on Medbridge gives you the key points mentioned in this episode, along with additional resources you can implement into your practice right away.If you’d like to subscribe to Medbridge, visit https://www.medbridge.com/pricing/
- Sep 15, 202657 min
Innovative Aging Episode 14: Cognitive Impairment and Phones: Can Simplified Devices Prolong Connection?
Join host Carol Chiang, OTR/L, CAPS, ECHM, CHAMP, as she sits down with Robert Felgar, CEO of RAZ Mobility and former telecommunications attorney, to discuss bridging communication barriers for clients with cognitive impairment. Drawing on his extensive experience developing tailored mobile solutions for individuals with dementia, low vision, and tremors, Robert shares how simplified technology can safely extend independence and ease caregiver strain. In this episode, we unpack the cognitive demands of modern smartphones, explore adaptive options across the technology continuum, and highlight actionable remote management strategies to keep your clients connected. You will walk away with a practical framework to help families select and configure the right device before social isolation takes hold.Learning OutcomesAnalyze the evidence around cell phone use and mobile technology challenges for clients experiencing cognitive impairmentApply practical, evidence-based strategies to actionably address cell phone selection, configuration, and implementation for clients with cognitive impairmentSolve patient case scenarios involving mobile device selection and remote caregiver management for clients with cognitive impairmentTimestamps Welcome Intro Meet Robert Felgar and RAS Mobility The biggest smartphone frustrations for people with cognitive impairment How simple tasks like calling 911 become complex Low vision and hand tremor accessibility features One-touch calling and simpler incoming calls Customization and optional features Remote management for caregivers Scam blocking, allow lists, and text protection Repetitive calling, nighttime calls, and reminders Emergency calling and private dispatch Explaining phone use and dementia to caregivers Comparing options for phone technology How to know whether a phone is a good fit Funding options and pricing Key takeaways for cliniciansInnovative Aging is brought to you by Medbridge. If you’d like to earn continuing education credit for listening to this episode and access bonus takeaway handouts, log in to your Medbridge account and navigate to the course where you’ll find accreditation details. If applicable, complete the post-course assessment and survey to be eligible for credit. The takeaway handout on Medbridge gives you the key points mentioned in this episode, along with additional resources you can implement into your practice right away.If you’d like to subscribe to Medbridge, visit https://www.medbridge.com/pricing/
- Aug 14, 202651 min
Innovative Aging Episode 13: Aging in Place: How Do We Navigate the Reimbursement Gap?
Join host Carol Chiang, OTR/L, CAPS, ECHM, CHAMP, as she sits down with expert occupational therapists Dawn Heiderscheidt, OTR/L, CAPS, and Sydney Marshman, OTD, OTR/L, BCG. In this episode, our guests share their extensive experience navigating the financial realities of home modifications, blending evidence-based frameworks with creative funding strategies. You will discover how to push past traditional medical models, advocate for the innate value of therapy, and build an intentional local network to actionably overcome client coverage gaps.Learning OutcomesAnalyze the evidence around the cost-efficiency of proactive home modifications and the clinical limitations of evidence-based programs or grant-funded assistance programsApply practical, evidence-based strategies to actionably address client financial barriers across varying income levels, utilizing creative funding solutions and tiered home modificationsSolve patient case scenarios utilizing community resources to optimize client-centered aging-in-place goals while considering reimbursement gapsTimestamps Welcome Celebrating the Innovative Aging podcast The financial reality of aging in place Introducing expert guests Dawn and Sydney Research and cost-benefit analysis in home modifications Understanding the CAPABLE and HARP models Nonprofit partnerships and their challenges Navigating coverage gaps in home modifications Creative solutions for aging in place Financial planning for home modifications High-impact home modifications The real-life impact of home modifications Key takeaways and future directionsInnovative Aging is brought to you by Medbridge. If you’d like to earn continuing education credit for listening to this episode and access bonus takeaway handouts, log in to your Medbridge account and navigate to the course where you’ll find accreditation details. If applicable, complete the post-course assessment and survey to be eligible for credit. The takeaway handout on Medbridge gives you the key points mentioned in this episode, along with additional resources you can implement into your practice right away.If you’d like to subscribe to Medbridge, visit https://www.medbridge.com/pricing/
- Jul 15, 20261h 12m
Innovative Aging Episode 12: Aging in Place: Is the PEO Model the Key to Success? (Live Podcast Recording)
Pamela E. Toto, PhD, OTR/L, BCG, FAOTA, FGSA, an internationally recognized expert in gerontology and director of the University of Pittsburgh Healthy Home Laboratory, joins host Carol Chiang to explore the front lines of aging in place. Together, they discuss how a “living laboratory” is bridging the gap between clinical care and independent living by piloting smart-home technologies in real-world settings. You will discover how to apply the Person-Environment-Occupation (PEO) Model to overcome environmental barriers—like the steep stairs and cramped spaces of historic homes—while learning to intervene early to extend client autonomy. Tune in to gain actionable insights on navigating funding challenges and using modern technology solutions to optimize home safety for your older adult patients.Learning OutcomesAnalyze the evidence around the most effective solutions, including facilitators and barriers, that promote aging in placeApply evidence-based, practical strategies to actionably address aging in place through person-environment-occupation (PEO) modifications and smart-home technologySolve patient case scenarios involving common clinical, functional, and behavioral challenges to aging in placeTimestamps Welcome Background and development of guest speaker's PEO model Statistics around aging in place Flexible definition of “home“ as a productive starting point Developing the PEO model through the OT lens Collaborating to break down community silos University of Pittsburgh School of Health‘s “The Hub“ project Using the lab to educate the community Person-centered approach to technology in the home Building solutions to home hurdles, such as grabbers, chair rails, and stairs Available resources for products and services First steps with in-home strategies for clients Financial challenges with home modifications Top three takeaways Q&A on developing a toolkit for in-home smart technologyInnovative Aging is brought to you by Medbridge. If you’d like to earn continuing education credit for listening to this episode and access bonus takeaway handouts, log in to your Medbridge account and navigate to the course where you’ll find accreditation details. If applicable, complete the post-course assessment and survey to be eligible for credit. The takeaway handout on Medbridge gives you the key points mentioned in this episode, along with additional resources you can implement into your practice right away.If you’d like to subscribe to Medbridge, visit https://www.medbridge.com/pricing/
- Jun 15, 202643 min
Innovative Aging Episode 11: Tremor Management: Can Social Isolation Be Reduced With Earthquake Tech?
Join host Carol Chiang and Emile Maamary, cofounder of Steadiwear, as they discuss how structural engineering and earthquake-design technology are revolutionizing tremor management. You will discover the functional and psychological differences between Parkinson’s and essential tremor and how battery-free, adaptive stabilization can restore independence in high-stakes social activities like dining or self-care. This conversation explores moving beyond traditional weighted vests or medication to offer your patients a noninvasive “superpower” for daily function. Learn how these innovative tools can bridge the gap in the continuum of care to reduce social isolation and improve long-term quality of life.Learning OutcomesAnalyze the evidence around the efficacy of biomechanical stabilization and anti-vibration technologies in reducing the global burden and functional impact of essential tremor and Parkinson’s diseaseDetermine the situations in which noninvasive, battery-free wearable devices using tuned mass damping provide the most benefit for patients seeking to maintain independence in ADLs and social participationSolve patient case scenarios involving action tremors and associated secondary risks, such as social isolation, by integrating conservative stabilization tools into a multisystem continuum of careTimestamps Welcome Understanding the impact of tremors on daily life Guest introduction The differences between Parkinson's and essential tremor Exploring solutions for tremor management The role of technology in tremor suppression A new approach to tremor management Deciding which treatment is right for a patient Real-world applications and success stories Top three actionable takeawaysInnovative Aging is brought to you by Medbridge. If you’d like to earn continuing education credit for listening to this episode and access bonus takeaway handouts, log in to your Medbridge account and navigate to the course where you’ll find accreditation details. If applicable, complete the post-course assessment and survey to be eligible for credit. The takeaway handout on Medbridge gives you the key points mentioned in this episode, along with additional resources you can implement into your practice right away.If you’d like to subscribe to Medbridge, visit https://www.medbridge.com/pricing/
- May 15, 202652 min
Innovative Aging Episode 10: Science Friction: Can Bed Mobility Be Easier for Patients and Caregivers?
Nancy McGovern, retired physiotherapist and healthcare innovator, joins host Carol Chiang to explore a deceptively simple question: Can sheets and sleepwear be designed to make bed mobility easier? With more than 50 years of experience as a physiotherapist, injury prevention advisor, and innovator across all healthcare sectors, Nancy shares the clinically driven journey behind her development of a mobility-enhancing garment and sheet system. Together, she and Carol discuss practical challenges faced by patients and caregivers and what the science says about friction-reducing textiles. Whether you’re working with clients poststroke, managing nocturnal immobility in Parkinson’s, or simply looking for smarter ways to support aging in place, this conversation may change how you think about the bed itself.Learning OutcomesAnalyze the evidence on the effectiveness of friction-reducing assistive devices in reducing the risks associated with manual bed repositioningDetermine the situations in which a mobility-enhancing garment and sheet set provides the most benefit for clients and caregiversSolve patient case scenarios involving impaired bed mobility by applying friction-reducing systems that support safe movement and reduce caregiver burdenTimestamps Welcome The aging population and caregiver challenges Nancy McGovern’s journey and Comfort Linen Development of slider sheets and their impact Transitioning to consumer products Feedback from healthcare professionals Textile technology and its importance Innovative solutions for Parkinson’s patients Innovative solutions for bed mobility Real-life success stories Assessing patient needs Adapting to changing conditions Understanding the root causes of discomfort Key takeaways for cliniciansInnovative Aging is brought to you by Medbridge. If you’d like to earn continuing education credit for listening to this episode and access bonus takeaway handouts, log in to your Medbridge account and navigate to the course where you’ll find accreditation details. If applicable, complete the post-course assessment and survey to be eligible for credit. The takeaway handout on Medbridge gives you the key points mentioned in this episode, along with additional resources you can implement into your practice right away.If you’d like to subscribe to Medbridge, visit https://www.medbridge.com/pricing/
- Apr 15, 202655 min
Innovative Aging Episode 9: Live Virtual Travel: Can It Drive Motivation, Interest, and Engagement?
Tricia Norton, cofounder of Discover Live, joins host Carol Chiang for a dynamic conversation on the power of live virtual travel experiences. Together, they explore how this innovative platform can break down barriers to meaningful participation, especially for individuals with mobility, cognitive, or sensory challenges. You’ll hear compelling stories, practical clinical insights, and new ways to think about using virtual travel to spark motivation and support occupational engagement. Are you curious how live guided tours offer more than prerecorded alternatives? Let’s find out together.Learning OutcomesAnalyze the evidence around the impact of virtual travel experiences on social participation, cognitive performance, and occupational engagement among individuals with mobility or sensory limitationsDetermine the situations in which live, guided virtual travel provides the most benefit compared to asynchronous or prerecorded alternatives, especially in the context of intergenerational engagement, dementia care, or sensory-based interventionsSolve patient case scenarios involving occupational isolation due to physical, cognitive, or contextual barriers by integrating virtual travel into individualized care plans to promote meaningful participation and life satisfactionTimestamps Welcome Transforming travel for all The power of virtual experiences The value of travel in later life The future of travel: accessibility and engagement Intergenerational connections through travel Heritage travel and ancestry tours Hybrid travel experiences Addressing budget concerns in travel Unexpected outcomes of virtual travel Cultural awareness through exploration Engagement and curiosity in virtual travel Interactive learning and memory enhancement Integrating culinary experiences in travel Choosing the right travel experience for patients Sensory diet and tailored experiences Key takeaways for cliniciansInnovative Aging is brought to you by Medbridge. If you’d like to earn continuing education credit for listening to this episode and access bonus takeaway handouts, log in to your Medbridge account and navigate to the course where you’ll find accreditation details. If applicable, complete the post-course assessment and survey to be eligible for credit. The takeaway handout on Medbridge gives you the key points mentioned in this episode, along with additional resources you can implement into your practice right away.If you’d like to subscribe to Medbridge, visit https://www.medbridge.com/pricing/
- Mar 13, 202652 min
Innovative Aging Episode 8: Simple Fall Prevention: What Interventions Work Without Wi-Fi or Apps?
Dhaval Patel, former Apple engineer and founder of Lotus, joins host Carol Chiang to explore fall prevention strategies that don’t rely on apps, Wi-Fi, or complex installations. Carol and Dhaval dig into why tech doesn’t always equal accessibility—and how simple, portable tools can still make a powerful impact on safety and independence. Together, they uncover which interventions are a fit for real-life aging adults, whether you're working in the home, clinic, or community. Tune in to learn how you can match the right tech to the right patient—without adding frustration or hassle.Learning OutcomesAnalyze the evidence around the limitations of Wi-Fi-dependent smart home technology in fall prevention and independence supportDetermine the situations in which simple, portable, and privacy-respecting assistive technologies provide the most benefit for individuals at risk of fallsSolve patient case scenarios involving fall risk reduction by applying human-centered, behavior-conserving interventions that increase environmental control and reduce caregiver burdenTimestamps Welcome The promise and pitfalls of smart home technology Introducing lotus: a solution for independence User feedback: the emotional need for independence The importance of energy conservation Tech readiness: understanding the user's perspective Finding the right balance: high-tech vs. low-tech solutions The simplicity of lotus: a user-friendly approach The future of smart home technology Innovative control: the ring technology Expanding use cases: from adults to children Breaking barriers: accessibility for all Old tech, new solutions: the universal use of infrared Choosing the right solution: tailoring technology to users Top three takeaways for practitionersInnovative Aging is brought to you by Medbridge. If you’d like to earn continuing education credit for listening to this episode and access bonus takeaway handouts, log in to your Medbridge account and navigate to the course where you’ll find accreditation details. If applicable, complete the post-course assessment and survey to be eligible for credit. The takeaway handout on Medbridge gives you the key points mentioned in this episode, along with additional resources you can implement into your practice right away.If you’d like to subscribe to Medbridge, visit https://www.medbridge.com/pricing/
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