What if the key to aging well, reducing loneliness, and creating a stronger support system wasn't found in a facility, but in a community?

In this episode of Focused Healthy Family, Gina and Don Interview with Trish Becker-Hafnor, Executive Director of the Cohousing National Alliance, to explore the growing movement of cohousing and intentional communities. Trish shares how people of all ages are discovering the benefits of living in neighborhoods designed to foster connection, collaboration, and meaningful relationships.

From combating social isolation to sharing resources, supporting one another through life's challenges, and creating a true sense of belonging, cohousing offers an innovative approach to modern living. Whether you're planning for retirement, caring for aging parents, raising a family, or simply seeking a stronger community connection, this conversation provides valuable insights into how intentional neighborhoods can improve health, happiness, and quality of life.

Join Gina, Don, and Trish as they discuss why community matters, how cohousing works, and why more people are choosing to live life together rather than alone.

Email: trish@cohousingalliance.org

Website: cohousing.org

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cohousingUSA

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cohousingusa

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/trishbeckerhafnor/

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What were you doing when you were in your early twenties? Building a revolutionary neuroscience company probably wasn't on the list.

In this inspiring episode of the Focused Healthy Family Podcast, Gina and Don sit down with Mohammed Abouelsoud, one of the youngest CEOs in the neuroscience and medical technology space. Mohammed shares his remarkable journey from studying neuroscience and physics to founding U: The Mind Company, a company dedicated to developing innovative, non-invasive neurotechnology solutions designed to improve the lives of people living with neurological conditions such as Parkinson's disease, Alzheimer's disease, and other brain-related disorders. something we create through vision, hard work, and determination. .

Website: https://uthemind.company/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/uneuroscience/

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In this eye-opening episode of Focused Healthy Family, Gina and Don sit down with Keith Slotter, retired FBI Special Agent and former Vice President of JetBlue, to discuss one of the fastest-growing threats facing families today: scams and fraud targeting seniors.

Drawing from decades of investigative experience, Keith explains how telemarketing scams have evolved from simple phone calls into sophisticated operations powered by artificial intelligence, social media, email, text messaging, and the internet. He reveals where many of these scams originate, how criminals manipulate emotions such as fear and urgency, and why older adults are often prime targets.

Keith also discusses several other common forms of fraud, such as impersonation scams, identity theft, and financial exploitation. Most importantly, he shares practical tips that seniors, caregivers, and family members can use to recognize warning signs, protect personal information, and avoid becoming victims.

Whether you're caring for an aging loved one or simply want to better protect yourself and your family, this conversation offers valuable insights that could save you from financial loss and emotional hardship.

Email: keith@slotterspeaks.com

Website: www.slotterspeaks.com

To see his Bio go to: https://www.focusedhealthyfamily.com/kslotter

Everyone should go to: www.ssa.gov (this is different that what Keith said but he confirmed go to this site instead)

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