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LifeAudioThe Love Offering - The Gift of Aging: A Conversation with Isabel TomHave you ever caught yourself dreading a birthday… or worrying about a new wrinkle or gray hair? In our culture, aging is often something we fear, hide, or try to fix. We separate generations, invest heavily in staying young, and quietly send the message—to ourselves and others—that growing older means growing less valuable. But what if we’ve been seeing it all wrong? On this week’s episode of The Love Offering Podcast, I’m joined by Isabel Tom for a conversation that gently challenges our assumptions and tenderly reframes how we see aging...
2026-01-1327 minThe Love OfferingThe Gift of Aging: A Conversation with Isabel TomHave you ever caught yourself dreading a birthday… or worrying about a new wrinkle or gray hair? In our culture, aging is often something we fear, hide, or try to fix. We separate generations, invest heavily in staying young, and quietly send the message—to ourselves and others—that growing older means growing less valuable. But what if we’ve been seeing it all wrong? On this week’s episode of The Love Offering Podcast, I’m joined by Isabel Tom for a conversation that gently challenges our assumptions and tenderly reframes how we see aging...
2026-01-1327 min
Value of Wrinkles: Caregiving, Aging & Intergenerational ConnectionEP 98: Why this thanksgiving with your grandparents/parents really mattersShownotes: In this episode, I reflect on Thanksgiving and why it always reminds me to slow down and truly appreciate family. As I think about mortality and how limited our time together really is, I'm reminded of how precious even the smallest family moments can be. I share my own thoughts on what it means to cherish relationships while we still can and to express appreciation for the people who matter most. My hope is that this episode inspires you to be more present and thankful this season and every season. Highlights:
2025-11-1312 min
Value of Wrinkles: Caregiving, Aging & Intergenerational ConnectionEP 97: Using the Grandkid Investigator Kit in Camp: An Interview with Empowering the AgesShownotes: In this episode, I talk with Leah Bradley from Empowering the Ages about how intergenerational programs can strengthen families and communities. Leah shares inspiring stories from their community programs, including a summer camp that brings grandparents and grandchildren together for learning, laughter, and volunteer opportunities. I love how she connects this work to school readiness, workforce development, and community empowerment, showing that every generation has something valuable to give. Our conversation reminded me that when generations come together, everyone grows stronger. Leah Bradley is the Executive Director and Co-Founder has extensive experience in the...
2025-11-0720 min
Value of Wrinkles: Caregiving, Aging & Intergenerational ConnectionEP 96: Which Kids Interact Best with Older AdultsShownotes: In this episode, I share why I'm so passionate about building intergenerational connections between kids and grandparents. I introduce the GrandKid Investigator Kit, a tool I created to help families spark meaningful interactions that bring generations closer together. Drawing from my experiences in senior living communities, I talk about how youth engagement, parenting tips, and even simple community programs can strengthen family relationships and support elder care in everyday life. My hope is to inspire families to be more intentional about helping kids connect, learn from, and celebrate the older adults in their lives.
2025-10-3111 min
Value of Wrinkles: Caregiving, Aging & Intergenerational ConnectionEP 95: When They Could No Longer Speak: Lessons Learned from 2 Older Adults I've KnownShownotes: In this episode, I share my experiences working with older adults who've lost their ability to speak clearly. I talk about the emotional impact of losing one's voice and what it's taught me about listening with compassion. I also reflect on how culture, especially in Asian families, influences the way we care for and advocate for our elders. My hope is to remind us all to slow down, pay attention, and be a voice for those who can't speak for themselves. Highlights: 00:00 - Introduction to the Value of Wrinkles Podcast
2025-10-2311 min
Value of Wrinkles: Caregiving, Aging & Intergenerational ConnectionEP 94: The Best Time to Celebrate Your Aging Parent/GrandparentShownotes: In this episode, I share why I believe we should celebrate and honor our older loved ones while they're still with us. Too often, we wait until after they're gone to express how much they mean to us. I talk about simple, meaningful ways to show appreciation now and build stronger connections with the older generation. My hope is to inspire you to start celebrating your parents and grandparents today, not someday. Highlights: 00:00 - Introduction to the Value of Wrinkles Podcast 00:30 - Celebrating Older Loved Ones 00:44...
2025-10-1610 min
Value of Wrinkles: Caregiving, Aging & Intergenerational ConnectionEP 93: One Practical Step to Honoring EldersShownotes: In this episode, I share why teaching kids to honor and acknowledge their elders matters so much to me. I talk about the power of small gestures like saying hello or using someone's name and how they can build real respect across generations. I also share practical ways parents can nurture this value in their children, helping them see the worth in every older adult they meet. My hope is to inspire families to make kindness and connection part of everyday life. Highlights: 00:00 Practical Parenting Advice for Honoring Elders
2025-10-0909 min
Homeschool with Moxie Podcast328. Helping Kids Value and Connect with Grandparents - with Isabel TomIn this episode, we’re joined by Isabel Tom—author of The Value of Wrinkles and creator of the Grandkid Investigator Kit—to talk about nurturing strong bonds between kids and grandparents. Drawing from her experience in senior living and hospice care, Isabel shares practical ways parents can help children value, respect, and connect meaningfully with the older generation. Show notes are at https://www.4onemore.com/328
2025-10-0224 min
Value of Wrinkles: Caregiving, Aging & Intergenerational ConnectionEP 92: The Evolution of the Grandkid Investigator Concept: Then and NowShownotes: In this episode, I share how the Grandkid Investigator idea first began. After writing The Value of Wrinkles, I realized I wanted my own kids to connect with their grandparents now, not decades later. What started as a simple experiment at home has grown into a program designed to make intergenerational connections fun, meaningful, and lasting. Join me as I tell the story behind it all and hint at where the journey is headed next. Highlights: 00:00 - Introduction to the Grand Kid Investigator Concept 08:48 - The Evolution of t...
2025-10-0216 min
Value of Wrinkles: Caregiving, Aging & Intergenerational ConnectionEP 91: The Grandkid Investigator Concept: The Spark that Started It AllIn this episode, I share how the Grandkid Investigator concept began and why it matters to me as both a mom and a granddaughter. I talk about the challenge of helping kids connect with their grandparents in today's busy, distraction-filled world, and why it's important to make those connections fun and meaningful. You'll hear the inspiration behind the program and why I believe it can help families build stronger intergenerational bonds. Be sure to tune in to the next episode, where I'll dive into the origins and evolution of the Grandkid Investigator. Highlights: 01:09...
2025-09-2509 min
Homeschooling For Catholic Parents86 - The Value of Wrinkles: Why Catholic Homeschool Families Need Grandparents in Their Curriculum, with Isabel TomWhat if the greatest mission field for your kids isn’t across the ocean—but across the street? In this episode, Maeve talks with Isabel Tom, author of The Value of Wrinkles, about helping children discover the gift of older adults in their lives. From grandparents who live down the road to the lonely widow in the front pew, Isabel shares practical (and fun) ways families can build bridges across generations. Spoiler: you don’t need a passport, a degree, or even a driver’s license—just a kid, a smile, and maybe a slice of cake.Isabel sha...
2025-09-2134 min
Rejection RehabHeartbreak 💔, a Broken Leg 🦴… and a Comeback: Isabel MV on Stopping Self-Rejection and Rebuilding Confidence | Rejection Rehab Ep. 11When life breaks you—literally and emotionally—how do you put yourself back together?In this Rejection Rehab episode, EMMY winner Dr. Tom sits down with Isabel MV—ex-investment banker turned VC specialist and creator of the podcast And Just Like That, We Found Therapy—who hit rock bottom after breaking her leg and a brutal breakup. She explains how self-rejection crept in (“I’m not good enough”), the moment she drew a line, and the concrete moves that rebuilt her confidence:Naming self-rejection and dropping the victim scriptSetting boundar...
2025-09-1823 min
Value of Wrinkles: Caregiving, Aging & Intergenerational ConnectionEp 90: Bringing Kids together with Assisted Living Residents – Is it a bad idea?Recently I implmenented the GKI Kit at an assisted living. It was exciting, but don't et me wrong, I had fears! Would kids want to hang out with residents? Would these residents be alert and willing to converse? Will the connection happen? Will the kids complain and be bored? Will that hour be forever? In this episode I discuss the fears that I had in implementing an intergenerational program. "With great risk comes great reward – Thomas Jefferson 🎧 Show Notes: https://www.valueofwrinkles.com/listen 📸 Connect on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/is...
2025-09-0515 min
The Greta Eskridge PodcastHelping our Kids Value, Love and Honor the Older Generation with Isabel TomEpisode 80Friends, in honor of Grandparents Day coming up next week, I am so excited about today’s episode. Today I talk with Isabel Tom, author of the book, The Value of Wrinkles: a Young Perspective on How Loving the Old Will Change Your Life.The moment I came across this book it absolutely intrigued me. It is an area in my own life where I’d like to grow, and where I’d like our family to grow. I am sure I am not alone in this, but sometimes we either don’t slow down enoug...
2025-09-0251 min
Value of Wrinkles: Caregiving, Aging & Intergenerational ConnectionEp 89: 6 Tips for Managing Kids in Intergenerational Senior Living ProgramsThis episode is designed for senior living and senior care organizations looking to create meaningful intergenerational programs. How can you keep both kids and older adults safe, engaged, and connected during activities in assisted living or long-term care? Isabel shares six practical tips for scheduling and managing intergenerational programming so it benefits children, parents, and residents alike. You'll also hear how she is currently implementing her Grandkid Investigator concept in assisted living and long-term care communities to strengthen connections across generations. Highlights: 3:08 - The best time to schedule intergenerational programming in s...
2025-08-2816 min
Value of Wrinkles: Caregiving, Aging & Intergenerational ConnectionEp 87 - Why Updating Your Older Loved One Matters: From Summer Camp to Sourdough StartersWhile my daughter's away at summer camp and my husband's camping with our boys, you'd think I'd be enjoying some rare alone time—but honestly, I just want to hear from them. In this episode, I reflect on how something as simple as a letter or a quick update can mean everything—whether you're a kid at camp or a parent later in life. I also share a fun camp letter-writing hack and my second chance with this sourdough starter that I got from an older friend. This one's all about staying connected, being remembered, and why little updates matt...
2025-07-3112 min
Value of Wrinkles: Caregiving, Aging & Intergenerational ConnectionEp 86: How Different Experiences Build Stronger Grandkid/Grandparent BondsToday we're talking about how shared experiences like family vacations can be beneficial because they allow us to spend time with family in different settings. Highlights: If you want to speed up the bond between the grandkids and the grandparents spend time together in different scenarios. How spending time together in general helps us bond with others. Our family's first cruise and how we spent it with grandma Our kids' first plane ride and how we experienced it with grandma How shared experiences help us view others in a better light Missions trips, roomates, sports teams
2025-07-2511 min
Value of Wrinkles: Caregiving, Aging & Intergenerational ConnectionEp 85: Another Side of the Story: My Cousins Jeremy Reflects on Our GrandparentsYou've heard my stories about our grandparents—now it's time to hear from my cousin Jeremy! He grew up in Canada and didn't see them as often, but his memories of Mama and Yeye (or Poh Poh and Goong Goong to him) are just as special. It's a sweet reminder that even if you live far from your grandparents, you can still have a meaningful connection. FREE MISSION: Grab a free mission from the Grandkid Investigator Kit at valueofwrinkles.com/freemission! Check out the Grandkid Investigator Kit: https://www.valueofwrinkles.com/gkif...
2025-07-1709 min
Value of Wrinkles: Caregiving, Aging & Intergenerational ConnectionEp 84: Helping Neurodivergent Kids Connect with Grandparents (Part 2 with Kim Botto)How do you explain autism or ADHD to a grandparent who just doesn't get it yet? In this episode, Isabel Tom sits down with Kim Botto—a seasoned educator, speaker, and grandmother of eleven—to talk about how to help older generations understand neurodivergence in kids. This is part 2 of our conversation. With decades of experience in trauma-informed care and family ministry, Kim shares practical tips, heartfelt stories, and gentle language that grandparents can use to better connect with their neurodivergent grandkids. You'll hear about her personal journey connecting with her autistic grandson, why ADHD is like havin...
2025-06-2623 min
Value of Wrinkles: Caregiving, Aging & Intergenerational ConnectionEp 83: Helping Neurodivergent Kids Connect with Grandparents (Part 1 with Kim Botto)Do you have a child with autism, ADHD, or sensory needs—and wonder how to help them build a real connection with their grandparents? In this powerful episode of The Value of Wrinkles, host Isabel Tom shares her personal journey of discovering ADHD as an adult and parenting children who are wired differently. She's joined by Kim Botto, a trauma-informed parenting expert and TBRI Practitioner®, to talk about how families can support neurodivergent children in forming meaningful, joy-filled relationships with their grandparents. 🎙️ You'll hear: · Why differently wired kids often struggle in social/family situations...
2025-06-2019 min
Value of Wrinkles: Caregiving, Aging & Intergenerational ConnectionEp 82: How Grandkid Investigator Missions Helped My 8-year-old Learn What Grandma Really WantsListen to a yahoo moment from doing the Grandkid Investigator Kit with my son. In this episode I share how my son learned about his grandma's routine and helped me know how to plan his grandma's next birthday celebration. Highlights: 3:35 - What happens when we teach our kids to ask questions 4:09 - The importance of helping our kids have conversation with grandparents 5:05 What my son told me that will help us celebrate his grandma's birthday better! 5:56 – How we typically celebrate birthdays for older people "When you ask the...
2025-06-1308 min
Eternal EchoesEp. 32: The Value of Intergenerational Connections with Isabel TomIn this episode of the Eternal Echoes podcast, host Katharine Rose welcomes Isabel Tom, author of “The Value of Wrinkles,” to discuss the importance of connecting younger and older generations.Isabel shares her personal journey growing up in a multi-generational household and how her experiences working in senior care have shaped her perspective. She also explains the mission behind the Grandkid Investigator Kit, a resource she created to help connect grandchildren with their grandparents.Isabel highlights the role of faith in bridging generational gaps and offers insight into the chal...
2025-05-2821 min
Value of Wrinkles: Caregiving, Aging & Intergenerational ConnectionEp 78: 3 Tips for Celebrating (Not Dreading) Your Next BirthdayAre you afraid to say how old are you now? Here are some tips that I'm preaching to myself to we can celebrate our next birthday! Highlights: 1:02 – The Own Your Age Photobooth 3:30 – Instead of dreading my birthday, I'm going to be a life giver. 4:48 – Asian Grandmas and how they're different 5:58 – Let your age be your battle scar 8:03 – Replace "aging" with "living". 10:19 – 2 Cor 4:16 Therefore we do not lose heart, though outwardly we are wasting away, yet inwardly we are being renewed day by...
2025-05-1512 min
Front Parking Spot Podcast- Praying Moms, Raising Christian Families, in Today’s World81-Ways for Kids to Navigate Relationships with Grandparents and the Older Generation-Insights with Author, Isabel TomIn this heartfelt episode of the Front Parking Spot podcast, host Jennifer Bosma welcomes Isabel Tom, author of "The Value of Wrinkles." Together, they discuss the importance of connecting younger and older generations and provide practical tips to help children value, appreciate, and interact with their grandparents and other seniors who are present in their lives.
Isabel shares her personal journey of growing up in a multi-generational household and how her experiences caring for her grandparents and her father have shaped her mission. She offers insights into the challenges and joys of fostering relationships between children and...
2025-05-1321 min
Rocking It Grand with Chrys and Shellie - Christian Parenting, Spiritual Guidance, Godly Parenting Grandparent, Faith Based Advice, Christian EncouragementThe Value of Wrinkles with Isabel TomIsabel Tom calls herself a “retired grandchild,” and for good reason—her grandmother lived with her family, shaping her beautiful perspective on generational living. In this conversation, Isabel shares insights from her book, The Value of Wrinkles, and discusses how we can cherish and learn from our elders. She even created an investigative kit to help grandchildren connect with their grandparents in meaningful ways. With her background in senior care, Isabel brings a loving and insightful take on honoring older generations. Whether you’re a child, teen, parent, or grandparent, this episode will inspire you to embrace the wisdom and value...
2025-04-2422 min
Don't Mom Alone PodcastHelping Kids Connect with Their Grandparents :: Isabel Tom [Ep 509]Do you feel that it is hard to connect with your aging parents? Are your kids and grandparents not communicating well through the generational gap? In this episode, Isabel Tom, author of The Value of Wrinkles shares insights into her background, her work with the elderly, and her experience growing up in a multigenerational household. She gives a unique perspective of how much joy and life we can bring to the generation before us but it takes a lot of intentionality. This conversation covers practical tips for deepening these family ties and the mutual blessings they can bring. We cover a...
2025-02-1000 min
Don't Mom Alone PodcastHelping Kids Connect with Their Grandparents :: Isabel Tom [Ep 509]Do you feel that it is hard to connect with your aging parents? Are your kids and grandparents not communicating well through the generational gap?
In this episode, Isabel Tom, author of The Value of Wrinkles shares insights into her background, her work with the elderly, and her experience growing up in a multigenerational household. She gives a unique perspective of how much joy and life we can bring to the generation before us but it takes a lot of intentionality. This conversation covers practical tips for deepening these family ties and the mutual blessings they can bring.
2025-02-1041 min
Value of Wrinkles: Caregiving, Aging & Intergenerational ConnectionEp 68: My Mom's Journey, 75, A Walk in My Shoes In this special episode, we're celebrating my mom's 75th birthday by sharing her incredible story. My mom has lived through challenges, immigration, and poverty, yet her journey is one of resilience, faith, and gratitude. Hear a heartfelt recording of her sharing her story—one that reminds us all how understanding our family's past helps us appreciate our own story even more. Plus, I'm excited to share an update on the Grandkid Investigator Kit—a tool designed to spark meaningful conversations between grandparents and grandkids. Hear how families are using it to build deeper connections! If you o...
2025-02-0417 min
Beautiful MessTom Doherty: Teen parents, Pivot or Perish, and D-Suite @ Facebook.We were all born to matter and have gifts to share with the world.
That's Tom Doherty's life mission.
Listen to Isabel navigate through Tom's Beautiful Mess called life. Tom's incredible story stems from challenges and chaos of childhood as he was raised by two teenage parents, challenges and chaos from childhood. As well, how he found himself as "the fixer" and National Director for Facebook is Silicon Valley.
Power Takeaways on this episode of Beautiful Mess:
When you grow up in an environment where you don't know where you're going to be f...
2024-10-0632 min
Erasing ShameWhy's it so hard to care for the older generation, with Isabel TomIsabel Tom shares about why it's extra challenging for us as Asian Americans to care for aging parents and grandparents. Isabel has worked in the field of senior care and shares so much wisdom, expertise, and practical knowledge that helps us navigate this inevitable season of life.
Be sure to check out her book, "The Value of Wrinkles: A Young Perspective on How Loving the Old Will Change Your Life." https://www.valueofwrinkles.com/
(Recorded in November 2023 during national caregivers month.)
2024-02-0723 min
Value of Wrinkles: Caregiving, Aging & Intergenerational ConnectionEp 67: How the Grandkid Investigator Kit is Supporting NonprofitsThe Grandkid Investigator Kit is the perfect gift for grandparents and grandchildren alike! Today I'm sharing how this intergenerational activity is being used to help grandkids connect with their grandparents in a simple and FUN way! Learn what The Value of Wrinkles is doing to support nonprofits and how you bring more GOOD into the world through buying the Grandkid Investigator Kit. I'm also sharing the special perks for those who purchase the kit from Feb 1-9th! Highlights What I'm doing to support a nonprofit this month If you purchase the kit between Feb 1-9th, you'll be invited to...
2024-02-0114 min
Value of Wrinkles: Caregiving, Aging & Intergenerational ConnectionEp 66: Why You Should Visit Your Parents In JanuaryYou may visit your parent/grandparents during the holidays, but here's why visiting in January matters! Website: valueofwrinkles.com Sign up for my newsletter: valueofwrinkles.com/signup Instagram: @isabelctom
2024-01-1116 min
Value of Wrinkles: Caregiving, Aging & Intergenerational ConnectionBONUS: Welcome to 2024!It's been a few months since the last episode. That's because I've been working behind the scenes on some exciting projects. Follow along and let's connect in 2024!
2024-01-0801 min
Value of Wrinkles: Caregiving, Aging & Intergenerational ConnectionEp 65: The Passage Pastors Need to Share About GrandparentsToday I'm breaking out the Bible and using the Discovery Bible Method to break down 1 Timothy 5:4 and why it's important to share particularly with youth groups/teens/young adults. If you're a pastor, preacher, youth pastor or ministry leader, listen to this episode to hear what the Bible instructs us to do in regard to grandparents. Shownotes available at valuefowrinkles.com/listen. Resources mentioned: Grand Monday Nights - YouTube (Subscribe, LIKE and Share these videos!) Intro done by Barb Lorenz, Host of Grand Monday Nights with The Legacy
2023-09-1517 min
Value of Wrinkles: Caregiving, Aging & Intergenerational ConnectionEp 64: Resources for Celebrating Grandparents Day in Your ChurchIn this episode, we'll explore meaningful ways to honor and celebrate Grandparents Day within your faith community. In this episode, Isabel will guide you through three simple steps you can use to create a special and heartwarming Grandparents Day celebration that truly shows your appreciation for the older generation. Prayer and gift ideas included! Highlights: We'll talk about the topic of celebrating Grandparents Day in faith communities. The lack of focus on honoring grandparents' in churches. The growing importance of honoring grandparents due to increased life expectancy. Get three simple steps on how to celebrate grandparents i...
2023-08-2416 min
Value of Wrinkles: Caregiving, Aging & Intergenerational ConnectionEp 63 (Q+A) How Do you Deal With Parents Who are Really Difficult?How do deal with aging parents who are difficult, challenging, sometimes stubborn and resistant? Dealing with elderly family members who are difficult can leave you as an adult child or grandchild stressed and frustrated. Listen to today's episode to get three tips on how to care for "difficult" family members. Highlights: 3 things to remember when you have "difficult parents" Not think of them as a "difficult person" It will take longer and more energy to care for someone who is challenging. The video I have below will help. Resources mentioned: The Silver Post (intro d...
2023-08-1714 min
The AACC PodcastGun Violence: Honoring Wrinkles with Isabel TomOn this episode of AACC Reclaimed Podcast, Isabel Tom shares her experience of growing up with her grandparents and how it changed her perspective on older adults. She discusses the difficulty of Asian American families in communicating and understanding the experiences of their aging parents, and how many Asian American parents experienced racism and hardship when they came to the US. Isabel suggests that instead of forcing parents to talk, it is important to show that you are listening by asking questions and honoring them. "It's important to remember that our parents are people too," she says. "They have...
2023-08-1737 min
Value of Wrinkles: Caregiving, Aging & Intergenerational ConnectionEp 62: Why I'm Shy About Sharing my Prepare to Care Digital CourseToday I'm sharing why I've been shy about talking about my digital course, even though I'm the most passionate about it. The Prepare to Care digital course is a course that supports caregivers and even those who are not yet caregivers but want to love and honor their elders well. Highlights: The type of Instagram posts I love reading and following Why I'm rarely share my digital course when I should be sharing it more Doctors and the type of doctors you want The bad news I bring Why you're probably fearful about talking with your ol...
2023-08-0320 min
Value of Wrinkles: Caregiving, Aging & Intergenerational ConnectionEp 61: Resources for Homeschool Families with GrandparentsToday I'm sharing a great intergenerational resource for homeschool moms who want to connect their kids with grandparents. This resource called the Family Resource Guide by Rhondalyn Richardson can be used as part of your homeschool curriculum Rhondalyn, a homeschool mom, uses her Family Worship Guides to help families study the history and Scripture behind famous hymns. She includes fun and engaging activities for the kids and the hymns are sure to be a winner with Christian grandparents. Listen to today's episode to see how this resource can be an effective way to help your children connect with their...
2023-07-2813 min
Value of Wrinkles: Caregiving, Aging & Intergenerational ConnectionEp 60: (Q+A) Did you ever have to say farewell to someone who was passing on?Have you ever wondered what it is like to be with someone who is actively dying? I'm sharing with you my experience and while the end of life is not always something we talk about, I hope that it will benefit and comfort those who listen. Listen to episode 59 to know why I'm answering questions. Also, sign up for my email list and send me questions you might like answered either in future episodes or in the database library I'm creating. Shownotes available at valuefowrinkles.com/listen. Sign up for my newsletter: valueofwrinkles.com...
2023-07-1413 min
Value of Wrinkles: Caregiving, Aging & Intergenerational ConnectionEp 59: The Q+A episode and Why I'm Doing ItI'm starting a new type of episode on The Value of Wrinkles podcast and tell you why today. Have specific questions about caring for an aging parent? Feeling completely confused or don't even know what questions you need to ask? If you're starting out this journey as a caregiver OR you're simply an adult child or grandchild who has a question and wants to support your grandparent or aging parent, get ready for these Q+A episodes! If you have a question about how to love, honor, value, care, or encourage someone as they age, send it...
2023-06-2913 min
Value of Wrinkles: Caregiving, Aging & Intergenerational ConnectionEp 58 (Behind the Scenes): Grandkid Investigator CampGiving a behind-the-scenes into why I almost cancelled grandkid investigator camp! Shownotes available at valuefowrinkles.com/listen. Resources mentioned: Fill-in-the-blanks Fun (My Childhood Home Edition), $4.97
2023-06-2216 min
Value of Wrinkles: Caregiving, Aging & Intergenerational ConnectionEp 57: Free Resources I Offer and Why You Need Them!Are you looking for FREE Resources to help you care for your aging parents? In today's episode, I'll share the resources and then tell you WHY you need it! 1. FREE PDF - 3 Things Your Aging Parent is Thinking But May Never Tell You 2. FREE VIDEO to help you talk about the difficult issues 3. Episodes from this podcast Episodes for churches Episodes for Asian Americans Episodes with practical tips Episodes about aging and dealing with birthdays The Silver Post Subscription - Get a discount by using the code "ISABEL" for an annual subscription
2023-06-1517 min
Value of Wrinkles: Caregiving, Aging & Intergenerational ConnectionEp 56: What to do When You Don't Know Where to StartIf you are trying to prepare for when your aging parent declines or you're already in the thick of caregiving, today's episode will help you know where to start when you are overwhelmed and have no idea where to start. Shownotes available at valuefowrinkles.com/listen. Book: The Value of Wrinkles Sign up for my newsletter: valueofwrinkles.com/signup Instagram: @isabelctom Today's intro: Alexis Baker from Bridgetown Music Therapy
2023-06-0823 min
Value of Wrinkles: Caregiving, Aging & Intergenerational ConnectionEp 55: Making Grandparent Time Fun This Summer with Author Roxy WileyWill your kids be spending time with grandparents this summer? Listen to this interview with author of DIY Camp Grandma, Roxy Wiley, to get tips to making grandparent time more fun! Highlights: The goal of camp is FUN! What age limits would you set on planning Camp Grandma? What happened when she had one grandson among many granddaughters? Find a theme that incorporates what you love to do! Roxy talks about how she uses her love language of gift giving to make camp fun. What advice does Roxy give now that her grandkids are older? Reso...
2023-06-0133 min
Value of Wrinkles: Caregiving, Aging & Intergenerational ConnectionUpdate May 2023Taking a break this week! See you for episode 55 next week! Other episodes: https://valueofwrinkles.com/listen Website: valueofwrinkles.com Sign up for my newsletter: valueofwrinkles.com/signup Instagram: @isabelctom
2023-05-2501 min
Value of Wrinkles: Caregiving, Aging & Intergenerational ConnectionEp 54: How to Celebrate Your 40th BirthdayToday's episode I'm sharing how I celebrated my birthday and four things I intentionally focused on that have helped me be grateful for my age! God has been faithful and I'm so thankful! Full shownotes at https://valueofwrinkles.com/listen Website: valueofwrinkles.com Sign up for my newsletter: valueofwrinkles.com/signup Instagram: @isabelctom
2023-05-2228 min
Value of Wrinkles: Caregiving, Aging & Intergenerational ConnectionEp 53: Erasing Shame as an Asian American with DJ ChuangToday DJ Chuang tells how he was diagnosed with bipolar disorder and openly shares about his mental health journey as an Asian American male. DJ Chuang works as a digital strategy consultant and is Director of Christian Asian Mental Health (camh.network) to advance compassion and care in Asian American churches for everyone. He co-hosts the Erasing Shame podcast (erasingshame.com and graduated from Virginia Tech. He blogs at djchuang.com and lives in Orange County, California. . Introduction done by : Felicia Gunawan (Check out Episode 51 to hear from her) A special thanks to...
2023-05-1143 min
Value of Wrinkles: Caregiving, Aging & Intergenerational ConnectionEp 52: What Seniorcare Resources are out there for Asian American families?May is AANHPI Heritage Month! In this episode I'm going to help you find more support as you care for your Asian elder. Imagine going to a foreign country and trying to get around. Why I was intimidated to do this episode. Two reasons why it's hard to find senior services for Asian elders What's Asian speaking vs. Asian owned senior care services What's an ABC? American-born Chinese 3 places to find senior care services/resources for your Asian elder FULL SHOWNOTES at valueofwrinkles.com/listen Grab a copy of my book! Wondering how you...
2023-05-0421 min
Value of Wrinkles: Caregiving, Aging & Intergenerational ConnectionEp 51: Caring for Our Asian Elders through Food w/ Felicia Gunawan, Functional Nutrition AdvisorCaring for parents or grandparents is different in Asian culture. Today I chat with Felicia Gunawan, who is an Indonesian Functional Nutritional Advisor. We talk about how food can be used to care for our elders as they age, when they're sick, or simply need some comfort. If you are an Asian adult child or caregiver, be sure to tune in for insight, encouragement, and inspiration. This podcast is sponsored by AARP. For full shownotes go to valueofwrinkles.com/listen and click on Episode 51. Resources mentioned: AARP Resources for Asian American families Get FREE ac...
2023-04-2730 min
Value of Wrinkles: Caregiving, Aging & Intergenerational ConnectionEp 50: Three (or Four) Things to Remember When Caring for an Asian ElderToday I'm beginning a series that is specifically for Asian Americans caring for their older loved ones. Asian elders have different needs and our families also have different dynamic than other cultures. Isabel Tom explores the challenges of caring for our Asian elders while also offering three (or four) reminders for the Asian caregiver. Resources mentioned: AARP Resources: (coming soon!) FREE video to help you start conversations with your older loved one: valueofwrinkles.com/talk Book: The Value of Wrinkles: A Young Perspective on How Loving the Old Will Change Your Life, get it from Moody Publishers for 50% off for thei...
2023-04-2020 min
Value of Wrinkles: Caregiving, Aging & Intergenerational ConnectionEp 49: How to Bring Your Grandparent on an Outdoor AdventureToday I discussed with Brad and Grandma Joy how we can help older adults have more opportunities to experience and enjoy nature. Learn from this pair how you can bring your grandparent or older family member on an outdoor adventure! Brad and Grandma Joy have now visited 62 out of 63 national parks and in this episode share tips on how old and young can enjoy the outdoors together. Resources mentioned: Book: The Value of Wrinkles: A Young Perspective on How Loving the Old Will Change Your Life, get it from Moody Publishers for 50% off for their...
2023-04-1325 min
Value of Wrinkles: Caregiving, Aging & Intergenerational ConnectionEp 48: A New Intergenerational Activity that is TRULY FunI have had a ton of parents ask me how they can get their child to connect with the grandparents. In today's episode, I'm introducing a fun, educational, and meaningful intergenerational activity that grandchildren can do with their grandparents or that can be used just to build better relationships between the old and young. Highlights: Madlibs with a twist Three reasons why you'll love Fill-in-the-blanks Fun Where you can get it Resources mentioned: Get Fill-in-the-Blanks Fun for $3.97 at https://www.valueofwrinkles.com/store. Get an annual Silver Post subscription to connect with grandparents who...
2023-04-0612 min
Value of Wrinkles: Caregiving, Aging & Intergenerational ConnectionEp 47: What's the ideal age to talk with your parents about senior care?Highlights from today's episode: - Doctors are also asking this same question - How weddings and end of life are quite similar - Learn the ideal age when you should talk to your parents about senior care - Get a resource that will help you start talking about the future with your older loved ones Resources mentioned: Prepare to Care digital course, enroll NOW at https://www.valueofwrinkles.com/prep-to-care American Association of Family Physicians article on Discussing End-of-Life Care with Your Patients Grab this FREE resource to...
2023-03-3016 min
Value of Wrinkles: Caregiving, Aging & Intergenerational ConnectionEp 46: Betty Mills, Speaking Up Even When Your Name (or Someone Else's) is on the LineEver been in a situation where you feel like something was wrong and you didn't know whether you should speak up? Having courage to speak up is no easy thing. Betty was a nurse anesthetist in the army. As I took some time to reflect on Betty's life, particularly in her younger years, I found her story insightful, entertaining, and also inspiring. Listen and learn from Betty Mills share about situations in her life where she chose to speak up. Resources mentioned: Episode 21 - Betty Mills, 79, Clean During Commercials Today's intro was brought...
2023-03-2411 min
Value of Wrinkles: Caregiving, Aging & Intergenerational ConnectionEp 45: Careers in Aging, What are the Benefits of Working in the Aging Field?Have you ever wondered what it might be like to serve old people professionally? There are so many benefits and reason to consider serving seniors. Listen to today's episode to find out. In celebration of the upcoming Career in Aging Week on March 26-April 1, 2023, I'm dedicating episode 45 to this topic! Highlights: - Intro by Carolyn Dalle-Molle, Co-founder of The Silver Post (listen to episode 44 to get a discount code for The Silver Post and to hear all about it!) - Benefits of working and serving older adults - Types of jobs yo...
2023-03-1618 min
Value of Wrinkles: Caregiving, Aging & Intergenerational ConnectionEp 44: 4 Ways to Connect Children with Long Distance GrandparentsYou're a busy parent, yet you want your kids to know and connect with their grandparents more. You also know your parents are blessed and excited anytime they get to interact with their grandchildren. That interaction, however, can be awkward or unnatural. How can you help your kids to connect with their grandparents who are long distance? Resources mentioned: Blog post - What do you talk to the grandparents about? The Silver Post coupon code for $5 off the annual subscription - Go to hello.silverpost.com and use this code on an annual subscription. This is a s...
2023-03-0914 min
Value of Wrinkles: Caregiving, Aging & Intergenerational ConnectionEp 43: Upcoming Changes to The Value of Wrinkles podcastGoing forward there will be some changes to my podcast that I want you to know about. Listen in!
2023-03-0205 min
Value of Wrinkles: Caregiving, Aging & Intergenerational ConnectionEp 42: The Benefits of Starting a Caregiving Ministry FirstToday's episode is the last in this series. Check out episodes 39, 40, and 41 to hear the first three episodes specifically made for church who want to focus more on serving the older generation. Highlights: What is a caregiving ministry? In this episode, caregiving ministry refers to ministries that serve those are caring for older loved ones. What are the benefits of starting a caregiving ministry first? Greater impact and teaching people how to love their own family Building connections and stronger community Supporting a wide range of people Resources mentioned: Other episodes in this chu...
2023-02-2315 min
Counsel for LifeHow to love the older generation, featuring Isabel TomThis episode features Isabel Tom, author of The Value of Wrinkles. Isabel talks with us about what she has learned from growing up in a multigenerational home, as well as wisdom for how to engage in relationship with elderly people. To learn more about Isabel's work, visit valueofwrinkles.com.Click HERE to become a friend of the podcast by subscribing!Subscribers receive a bonus episode each month with exclusive content not featured elsewhere on the podcast. The bonus episodes are released directly to you on the third week of e...
2023-02-2229 min
Value of Wrinkles: Caregiving, Aging & Intergenerational ConnectionEp 41: Is your Church Segmented?On the podcast today, we are asking the question.. Is your church segmented? Highlights: - How can you tell if your church is segmented? - My thoughts on youth services based on experience - How many kids were in my Sunday School growing up? - Will there be pushback when you try to bridge the young and the old? Articles mentioned: Interview with Kara Powell https://www.christianitytoday.com/pastors/2009/summer/istheeraofagesegmentationover.html Missio article https://www.missioalliance.org/how-loving-the-old-will-strengthen-your-church/
2023-02-1612 min
Value of Wrinkles: Caregiving, Aging & Intergenerational ConnectionEp 40: 3 Resources Available to Help Your Church Create a Culture of Care for the Older GenerationIf you are looking to serve senior adults in your church, there are number of ways to do this! In this episode, we'll discuss three resources you should utilize to help expand and improve the ways you reach out to churches. Here are 3 resources to start using now to help your church create a culture of care for the older generation: 1. Legacy Coalition– Offers support for grandparents to have a greater spiritual impact on their families Sign up for their newsletter to find out about their Grand Monday nights, Summits and resources They reach 10,000+ grandparents through their Grand Monday night mini...
2023-02-0914 min
Value of Wrinkles: Caregiving, Aging & Intergenerational ConnectionEp 39: Is Your Church Isolating Older Adults Without Knowing It?Today's episode and the next three is for faith communities that are looking to honor the older generation more intentionally. Resources mentioned in today's podcast: Prepare to Care video training course (for churches) - https://www.valueofwrinkles.com/prepare-to-care-church Website: valueofwrinkles.com Sign up for my newsletter: valueofwrinkles.com/signup Instagram: @isabelctom
2023-02-0216 min
Value of Wrinkles: Caregiving, Aging & Intergenerational ConnectionBonus Episode: Announcing our February seriesToday I'm announcing the next four episodes of The Value of Wrinkles podcast. This is a series just for churches/faith communities that are hoping to honor hte older generation. Share this series with your church or any church that is looking to honor and serve the older generation. Listen in! Website: valueofwrinkles.com Sign up for my newsletter: valueofwrinkles.com/signup Instagram: @isabelctom
2023-02-0101 min
Value of Wrinkles: Caregiving, Aging & Intergenerational ConnectionEp 38: Your Parents are Getting Older...Now What?Your Parents are Getting Older. Now What? What are you supposed to do now? In today's episode, we'll talk about that scary topic of what to do when you realize your parents are getting older with each year. Highlights: Instead of simply worrying about the future, this is what you can do. How we need training for all sorts of jobs. What wiping out on the ski slopes has to do with caregiving How you can prepare so you don't experience the trauma of caregiving Resources mentioned: - The Prepare to Care digital course, valueofwrinkles.com. Click on ENROLL (the pr...
2023-01-2612 min
Value of Wrinkles: Caregiving, Aging & Intergenerational ConnectionEp 37: Why Serving Older Adults and Their Families is my PassionWhy is serving older adults and their families my passion? Why is it still my passion? There are so many reasons. Check out today's episode to know why I do what I do. Highlights: How do you have the energy to record a podcast after a long day… even when your son is still not in bed at 10:50pm? Why I do what Id o How my experience living in a multigenerational home helped me understand the older person and the adult child/caregiver Resources mentioned: Book - The Value of Wrinkles FREE resource...
2023-01-1911 min
Value of Wrinkles: Caregiving, Aging & Intergenerational ConnectionEp 36: Why Every Church Needs to Serve the Older GenerationThere are so many ways that churches serve the needs of its congregation. Why is it so important that every church serve the older generation? In today's episode, I'll delve into that and give you some thoughts that you may never have considered. Highlights: What message it sends when you have (or don't have) a ministry serving the older generation Valuing older adults is not just something the church should do because it's the right or good thing to do. Valuing older adults is something the church should do because God wants us to and in th...
2023-01-1215 min
The Value of WrinklesEp 36: Why Every Church Needs to Serve the Older GenerationThere are so many ways that churches serve the needs of its congregation. Why is it so important that every church serve the older generation? In today's episode, I'll delve into that and give you some thoughts that you may never have considered.
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What message it sends when you have (or don't have) a ministry serving the older generation
Valuing older adults is not just something the church should do because it’s the right or good thing to do. Valuing older adults is something the church should do because God wants us to and in t...
2023-01-1215 min
Value of Wrinkles: Caregiving, Aging & Intergenerational ConnectionEp 35: The Type of Support I'm Offering Adult Children/Grandchildren in 2023I'm dedicating this first episode of 2023 to sharing with you the services and products I have available to support adult children and grandchildren in 2023. There will be more, but I wanted to be sure you know what's already available to you RIGHT NOW. Highlights: FREE content My love for FREE things The Value of Wrinkles podcast, every Thursday at valueofwrinkles.com/listen My newsletter where I'll share all updates and valuable tips and content to help 30s and 40 somethings who need support as they care for older loved ones. Sign up for it at val...
2023-01-0519 min
Value of Wrinkles: Caregiving, Aging & Intergenerational ConnectionEp 34: 2022 Wrapup & Behind-the-Scenes Fun FactsToday's episode I'm coming unfiltered to wrap up the year and reflect on what I enjoyed and want to do more of in 2022. A huge thank you to all my listeners! Episodes mentioned: Most listened to episode in 2022 was Episode 22: Kay Lam, 78, + my 5-yr-old, A New Friend Through Sign Language Interviewed with my daughter by my side on Episode 24, 26, and 28 Connect: Website: isabeltom.com
2022-12-3112 min
Value of Wrinkles: Caregiving, Aging & Intergenerational ConnectionEp 33: How to Connect with Your Asian Grandparent Even When You Can't Speak The Same LanguageHow can you connect with your Asian grandparent especially when you don't speak the same language? In Asian American families, there is not just a generation gap that makes it hard to build strong relationships with our elders, the language gap also is a huge issue too. In today's episode I share 5 ways to develop a stronger relationship with your Asian grandparent that can be done now. Whether they speak Chinese, Korean, Japanese, Vietnamese, Tagalog or another Asian speaking language, you can still interact and get to know your grandparent better. Website: valueofwrinkles.com ...
2022-12-2214 min
Value of Wrinkles: Caregiving, Aging & Intergenerational ConnectionEp 32: How You as a Grandkid Can Be a Mood BoosterHow can you support your parent who is a caregiver for your grandparent? As a grandkid, you may feel like you can't do anything but standby and watch, but there's actually SO MUCH you can do! In today's episode, I'll try with you some ideas on how you can improve the quality of life for your entire family, both parent and grandparent. Shownotes at valueofwrinkles.com/listen Website: valueofwrinkle.com Instagram: @isabelctom
2022-12-1511 min
Value of Wrinkles: Caregiving, Aging & Intergenerational ConnectionEp 31 – 4 Qualities that Make a Good Gift for Your Parent/GrandparentLooking for good gifts ideas for your older loved ones? Do you want to get a gift, but maybe you are short on ideas? In this episode, I outline four qualities of a good gift for an older person in your life AND I even share an actual gift that you can use this holiday season! Listen in! Resources mentioned: Peach & Paperie - https://peachandpaperie.com The Silver Post - Grab the coupon code for $5 off annual subscription using "ISABEL" Silverts - www.silverts.com Celebrate Age printables - $6.97 fo...
2022-12-0820 min
Value of Wrinkles: Caregiving, Aging & Intergenerational ConnectionEp 30: Why Older Adults Have a Hard Time Giving During the HolidaysIt's a question you may have never asked or considered but one that we should consider. When it is a season of giving, why is it hard for our aging parents, grandparents, older neighbors and friends to give? I'm sharing 3 reasons they may not be giving and what you and I can do about it! Resources mentioned: - Get 3 Things Your Aging Parent is Thinking But May Never Tell You at www.valueofwrinkles.com/3things
2022-12-0117 min
Value of Wrinkles: Caregiving, Aging & Intergenerational ConnectionEp 29 (Thanksgiving Edition): 4 Ways to Make Thanksgiving Memorable for an Older AdultGet 4 tips on how to make Thanksgiving super duper special for the older adult in your life. If you're going to see family then be sure to listen to this episode beforehand! Resources mentioned: 3 Things Your Aging Parent is Thinking But May Never Tell You (FREE) Website: www.valueofwrinkles.,com
2022-11-2313 min
Value of Wrinkles: Caregiving, Aging & Intergenerational ConnectionEp 28: Steve Roberts, 79, Remembering Cokie + How Adult Children Can Support A Newly Widowed ParentHave you ever wondered how you can support an aging parent who is newly widowed? I had the chance to interview Steve Roberts about the loss of his wife, Cokie Roberts, who was an American journalist who just led the way for female leaders not just in journalism but in many other career paths. It really is a special conversation I have to share with you today. Highlights: - How Steve's two children have supported him as he grieves their mother's death - Two main points. Be there in ordinary life, not just sp...
2022-11-1715 min
Value of Wrinkles: Caregiving, Aging & Intergenerational ConnectionEp 27: How Counselors Help Us Become Older and KinderCounselors help us with our mental health, but have you ever thought about how they can help us age well. That's right, they help us to become nicer older people! Highlights: How counseling has been worth the money How the stereotype of the grumpy old person has come about Why your older loved one may be extremely difficult or "grumpy" What counseling can do for you as you age Get the FREE resource that can help you understand your aging parent. Resources: Grab the FREE resource "Three Things Your Aging Parent is Thinking...But May...
2022-11-1007 min
Value of Wrinkles: Caregiving, Aging & Intergenerational ConnectionEp 26: Steve Roberts, 79, Maintaining Connections with Both Sides of the Political SpectrumToday's episode is a continuation of my conversation with Steve Roberts. Steve Roberts has been a journalist for over 50 years, has saved as the Shapiro Professor of Media and Public Affairs at the George Washington University, where he has taught for over 30 years. Currently, he serves as the chief political analyst for ABC Radio and writes a nationally-syndicated newspaper column. In 2021, he published a book to remember his wife called Cokie: A Life Well-Lived. Major media coverage included NPR, ABC, CNN and PBS. The Washington Post called it 'encouraging and enlightening' and the New York Times recommended the audio version...
2022-11-0316 min
Value of Wrinkles: Caregiving, Aging & Intergenerational ConnectionEp 25: How Hard Will Caregiving Be?In today's episode, I'm going give you an idea of what caregiving will be like for you. This episode is for those of you who have parents, grandparents, or aging relatives or friends that are healthy for the most part but let's say you're realizing that they're getting up there in age. Outline: One truth you need to know before you get into caregiving (3:21) A short exercise to help you know what your caregiving experience will be like (6:34) Score your exercise so you can get an idea what you're up against. (10:14) Learn what to do next a...
2022-10-2714 min
Value of Wrinkles: Caregiving, Aging & Intergenerational ConnectionEp 24: Steve Roberts, 79, Why Grandparent?In today's episode I interview Steve Roberts, American journalist and author of Cokie: A Live Well Lived. Why is being a grandparent so important? Steve's present for his daughter when she moved back to the area His message to grandparents Thoughts on what happens when the grandkids get older How he drives his grandchildren to school Did they teach them how to drive? My advice to any grandparents Things mentioned: Steve's NEW book about Cokie - Cokie: A Life Well Lived Article by Steve - The Gift of Grandparents featuring Isabel in the Bethesda Magazine Gift a...
2022-10-2015 min
Value of Wrinkles: Caregiving, Aging & Intergenerational ConnectionEp 23: How Loving the Old Can Strengthen Your ChurchSociety says that older adults are a burden, does the church believe that too? Shownotes available at isabeltom.com/listen. For the full article, visit https://www.missioalliance.org/how-loving-the-old-will-strengthen-your-church/. Start a support group in your faith community to support caregivers: https://isabel-tom.mykajabi.com/prepare-to-care-church
2022-10-0621 min
Value of Wrinkles: Caregiving, Aging & Intergenerational ConnectionPODCAST UPDATE Fall 2022Great news to tell you - after five month break, The Value of Wrinkles podcast is back! Stay tuned for new episodes every other Thursday. Follow the podcast or go to isabeltom.com/listen to get the newest and latest episode.
2022-10-0401 min
Navigating the World with Your Aging Loved OneThe Importance of Cultivating Relationships with Isabel Tom, Author of The Value of Wrinkles: A Young Perspective on How Loving the Old will Change Your LifeHow will we know what's possible as we age if we do not have a relationship with older adults? When we truly listen- we become more compassionate and realize the rich blessings of those relationships. My guest this week is Isabel Tom, author of The Value of Wrinkles: A Young Perspective on How Loving the Old will Change Your Life. Isabel has been a featured guest sharing her story of what it is like growing up in a multi-generational home while caring for her grandparents who lived to the age of 98 and 102. Professionally, Isabel has worked in t...
2022-05-2545 min
Value of Wrinkles: Caregiving, Aging & Intergenerational ConnectionEp 22: Kay Lam, 78, + My 5-yr-old, A New Friend Through Sign LanguageA full transcript is included for today's podcast episode at isabeltom.com/listen. Click on Episode 22 to get the full transcript. A special thanks to Kay Lam for sharing her story with The Value of Wrinkles podcast. In today's episode you'll get to meet Kay Lam, who is an Asian American 78-year-old who is also deaf. She has become a source of courage for this mom and my little guy. In fact because of sign language, my son has made friends with Kay. Sign language brought us together and I am so thankful! . E...
2022-05-2513 min
Value of Wrinkles: Caregiving, Aging & Intergenerational ConnectionEp 21 - Betty Mills, 79, Clean During CommercialsIn today's episode: You get to meet Betty Mills and learn about the things she enjoys doing Betty tell us she doesn't really care about housekeeping anymore. Hear how Betty's family ended up getting a TV (it has to do with royalty!) Get two practical tips about cleaning (1. Clean during the commercials + 2. Learn to clean thoroughly.) Resources mentioned: Prepare to Care Digital Course (Introductory Rate still available) The Value of Wrinkles episode 2 - How to Amplify the Voice of an Older Person in Your Life What you can do: Ask your parents and grandparents questions. Jog their memories. When you...
2022-03-3113 min
Zestful AgingIsabel Tom -- "The Value of Wrinkles"Having grown up in a multigenerational home, aging expert Isabel Tom wants us to consider how our attitudes toward aging affect our elders. She's passionate about helping us develop better relationships with elders, both for their sake and ours. She believes it's a great loss for both young and old to experience life separately. A writer, speaker and educator, Isabel Tom wants to teach us the value of elders and elder care. Find out more about her at IsabelTom.com. Check out https://copenotes.com/zestful for an innovative app that supports mental health. Find out more about the Zestful...
2022-03-2646 min
Value of Wrinkles: Caregiving, Aging & Intergenerational ConnectionEp 20 - How to Ensure Your Aging Parent Gets The BestYou're noticing that things are not as easy as they once were for your parent or older loved one. Are you starting to think about how you will care for them as they age? This episode is short and sweet and shares two ways you can ensure your loved one gets the best. How can you ensure your aging parents gets the best? 1. Don't leave it for last minute – When you leave anything to last minute, it doesn't usually turn out well. 2. Don't depend on a service - Sending your loved one to an assisted living facility is not the answer...
2022-03-0810 min
Value of Wrinkles: Caregiving, Aging & Intergenerational ConnectionEp 19: Dick Miller, 86, Friendship Through RunningToday, I'm announcing a practical resources. This online course for caregivers is something I'll be launching in the coming month! Sign up for my email list at isabeltom.com to find out RIGHT when it comes out! For this first episode of 2022, it's all about running. And if you've read my book... at least up to Chapter 8, Old is Healthy, you know, you know that I tell running stories and I love running stories. Sharing Dick Miller and his presidential race story on today's episode in hopes of inspiring you to develop a habit of exercise this y...
2022-01-0711 min
Value of Wrinkles: Caregiving, Aging & Intergenerational ConnectionEp 18 - Loving our grandparents and parents with FOODJust say FOOD and the people will come. I think we all know that there are actually SIX love languages out there and the 6th one…it cannot be forgotten. If perhaps your parent or grandparent isn't fazed by the gifts or the compliments you've been giving.. well, then I'm glad you're here because today you may have found your secret weapon. FOOD my friends is the way to warm your grandparent or parent up.. it will be the way to reach their heart and get the message through that you CARE. OKAY.. episode 18 is one to remember. Highlights: Today I...
2021-12-0918 min
Value of Wrinkles: Caregiving, Aging & Intergenerational ConnectionEp 12 - The 5 Love Languages + Receiving Gifts"What is one gift you will never forget? A special thanks to the attendees at WinterGrowth Adult Day Program sent in some great responses. Today we chat about gifts and how they can be a powerful way to love an older person. Gifts can be especially helpful in four situations: When you have a difficult relationship/baggage When you don't know the older person that well When you're not in a good spot emotionally or mentally to have meaningful conversations (medical school, motherhood, health issues of your own) When you don't speak the same language (maybe our grandparent s...
2021-09-0215 min
Just Isabel ThingsThe HIGHLY REQUESTED Tom Holland Episode!Today I talk about Tom holland, my favorite tom movies, the future of tom holland and more! Be sure to check out the brothers trust (his charity): https://www.thebrotherstrust.org and be sure to follow me on instagram @just.isabel.things.podcast
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2021-04-2522 min
Global Glory ChasersWalk Run Soar, Season 2, Ep. 11 - Interview with Isabel TomWalk Run Soar is a podcast about the intersection of faith and running. We help runners and walkers who lack purpose with their exercise routine (or lack of routine) and long to experience God in a more meaningful way while they walk or run. We are here to run with you, to pace you, and to inspire you with weekly devotionals, scripture, interviews with Christian runners and walkers, and quick coaching tips..Shawn is a marathon and triathlete coach, as well as a 6-time Ironman. Dorina is an avid mommy runner, Track & Field Coach, and published author. Connect...
2021-03-2438 min
Global Glory Chasers: Food, Books & TravelWalk Run Soar, Season 2, Ep. 11 - Interview with Isabel TomWalk Run Soar is a podcast about the intersection of faith and running. We help runners and walkers who lack purpose with their exercise routine (or lack of routine) and long to experience God in a more meaningful way while they walk or run. We are here to run with you, to pace you, and to inspire you with weekly devotionals, scripture, interviews with Christian runners and walkers, and quick coaching tips.
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Shawn is a marathon and triathlete coach, as well as a 6-time Ironman. Dorina is an avid mommy runner, Track & Field Coach, and published author. Connect with us...
2021-03-2438 min
The Happy Home Podcast with Arlene PellicaneGrandparents Matter with Isabel TomVisit donate.accessmore.com and give today to help fund more episodes and shows like this. Family life is richer with grandparents! How can you get along better? What if you are exhausted - between caring for your kids and your parents? Isabel Tom, author of The Value of Wrinkles, talks about why grandparents matter and what you can do to leverage the strength and wisdom of an older generation in your home. Learn more about Isabel Tom and her book The Value of Wrinkles. Learn more abou...
2020-10-1925 min
Friends of a Featherep. 144: Isabel Tom: The Value of Wrinkles: Growing Up in An Intergenerational HomeToday's guest is Isabel Tom. Isabel is a wife, mom to three and enjoyed the gift of growing up in a intergenerational Chinese American household. She was able to spend her life growing up with her other two sisters, her parents, and her grandparents under the same roof. Her grandparents lived to the ages of 98 and 102. Professionally Isabel has over 13 years of experience working at reputable healthcare organizations in the senior living and hospice care field. She holds a Master in Public Health from the University of Maryland, College Park. She is the author of “The Value of...
2020-09-1128 min