BIO ~ Gary Easterling
Director The American Legion
Gary is a 25 year retired Army Veteran and has 14 years’ experience in assisting veterans with VA benefits. Director of Veteran Services, manage 23 veteran service officers throughout the state.
Phone: (313) 549-8557
Email: geasterling@michiganlegion.org
Website: https://miveteranbenefits.org/
BIO ~ Matt Paxton
Matt Paxton is one of the top downsizing and decluttering experts in the country. He is the host of the 2-time Emmy nominated series Legacy List with Matt Paxton on PBS and was a featured cleaner on the hit television show HOARDERS for 15 seasons.
Matt is also the author of the best-selling book, Keep the Memories, Lose the Stuff. Paxton started cleaning out houses after his father, step-father and both grandfathers died in the same year and is the reason Matt has been working with families struggling with hoarding and downsizing for 20 years.
Matt appears regularly as a public speaker, television guest, and radio personality helping families and companies find the upside of downsizing. He lives in Atlanta, GA with his wife and 7 kids. Yes, 7 children.
Phone: paxtoniscool@gmail.com
Website: https://www.instagram.com/iammattpaxton/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/iammattpaxton/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IamMattPaxton/
BIO ~ Audrey Kingdon
Enterprise Community Liaison for Harmony Cares Home Health and Hospice
Harmony Cares has been serving communities with Home Health, Hospice, Medical and Lab services for 30 years! Audrey has recently joined their organization last year after spending 8 years in Senior Living, 2 years in Real Estate and 12 years in property management.
Expertise
- Audrey spent 8 years as the marketing and sales director for an assisted living and memory care community in the Lansing area and briefly as a senior housing specialist before coming to HarmonyCares. Audrey’s focus is to serve as a contact for the community to help educate and provide doctors, nurses, senior living facilities, hospitals and families with information regarding medical, home health and hospice services that are covered by insurance.
Interests and passion
Audrey has always had a passion to help people of all ages to find their “home” and receive the care they need to thrive. This has been a constant throughout her career, even before working with seniors and in healthcare.
About the Host ~ Dr. Deborah Moerland
Your Compassionate Host: Dr. Deborah Moerland, the driving force behind Senior Care Insights, is a seasoned educator and a passionate advocate in the realm of senior care. With a deep commitment to making a positive impact on the lives of seniors, their families, and caregivers, Deborah brings a wealth of knowledge and a compassionate spirit to her role as the podcast host.
Deborah’s extensive background as an educator has been a cornerstone of her journey into the world of senior care. Her years spent in the field of education have nurtured her natural ability to communicate complex concepts in an accessible and engaging manner. This skill is instrumental in her mission to provide clarity and understanding to her audience as they navigate the intricacies of senior health.
Recognizing the profound challenges faced by seniors and their families, Deborah transitioned her career towards healthcare, where she witnessed firsthand the complexities and nuances of elder care. Drawing from her dual expertise in education and healthcare, Deborah endeavors to empower her listeners with the information they need to navigate the often intricate landscape of senior care.
Senior Care Insights is not just a podcast; it’s a platform where Deborah leverages her educational background to break down barriers, foster understanding, and ensure that seniors receive the care and attention they deserve.
Through expert interviews, practical advice, and inspirational stories, Deborah is dedicated to illuminating the path to exceptional senior care for all who tune in. Join Deborah on this enlightening journey, and together, let’s make a positive impact on the lives of our beloved seniors and their caregivers.
(517) 230-5117 dmoerland@firstlighthomecare.com
