Katie Monahan Brooks, CDP, DCS, is a Senior Living & Resource Advisor with Oasis Senior Advisors Chicago North, where she helps older adults and their families navigate some of life's most important care decisions. As a Certified Dementia Practitioner and Dementia Connection Specialist, Katie provides compassionate, personalized guidance to families exploring senior living options, in-home care, hospice services, and community resources. Whether helping with hospital discharges, crisis placements, or long-term planning, she serves as a trusted, boots-on-the-ground resource, meeting families where they are and empowering them to make informed decisions with confidence.

In this episode, Katie shares how families can determine whether aging in place is the safest option or if a move to a senior living community may be the better choice. She also discusses the key moments when real estate professionals should involve a senior advisor, and why having the right network of resources can make an overwhelming situation much more manageable. Her practical insights help families and professionals alike understand where to turn when navigating the complexities of aging and caregiving.

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Hosts:

Shannon Johnson sjohnson@bhhschicago.com

Jasmine Shapiro jshapiro@bhhschicago.com

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

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

Website: https://shannonandjasmine.bhhschicago.com/

Links:

📞 847-401-0051

✉️ kbrooks@youroasisadvisor.com

🌐 www.oasissenioradvisors.com/chicago-north

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katiem1/

Produced by: Dave Couto with Bright Vox Audio

Edited by: Michael Collins

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#seniorliving #aginginplace #dementiacare

#caregiverresources #memorycare #seniorcare

#certifieddementiapractitioner #eldercare #realestateresources

Are online home valuations like Zillow, Homes.com, and Realtor.com costing you money? In this eye-opening episode, Shannon and Jasmine expose the hidden dangers of relying on automated home estimates—showing you exactly why Zestimates are just a starting point, not the final answer for North Shore real estate.

They break down two real-world case studies featuring comparable properties in Lincolnshire and Highland Park, Illinois. Discover how the exact same street, same builder, same model, and same square footage can yield dramatically different property values due to factors algorithms completely miss. From the condition and maintenance history to high-value location premiums (including a ranch one block from Lake Michigan), we reveal what buyers see that Zillow’s data cannot.

Learn why Zestimates feature misleading valuation ranges of $100,000–$150,000+, why "dollars per square foot" is the wrong metric for luxury and suburban homes, and why accurate pricing requires a human expert who understands local market trends. Whether you are buying or selling, this episode is essential for navigating the competitive North Shore housing market with confidence.

Tune in to learn:

• The risks of trusting AVM (Automated Valuation Models) for home selling.
• The truth behind Zillow’s valuation algorithm and its limitations.
• How location, upgrades, and maintenance impact actual home values.
• A shocking Highland Park case that flips the script on online estimates.
• Why professional home appraisals and real estate agents are vital for accurate property valuation.

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Hosts:

Shannon Johnson sjohnson@bhhschicago.com

Jasmine Shapiro jshapiro@bhhschicago.com

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

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

Website: https://shannonandjasmine.bhhschicago.com/

Dave Hiltebrand is a musician, composer, and entrepreneur who has spent more than 30 years making a living through music. Throughout his career, he has toured internationally, worked as a sought-after studio musician, written songs featured on the radio, and composed music for film and television. His lifelong passion for creating meaningful musical experiences has now evolved into a new venture that combines creativity with wellness.

Dave is the founder of Yoguitar, a music wellness platform designed to help people slow down, de-stress, and reconnect with themselves through intentionally composed music. Inspired by the peaceful atmosphere of a yoga studio, Yoguitar brings calming, restorative music into everyday life through its iPhone app. In this episode, Dave shares his journey of reinventing himself after decades in the music industry, what it takes to build a business from the ground up, and how music can become a powerful tool for improving mental wellness, reducing stress, and creating moments of peace in our busy lives.

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Hosts:

Shannon Johnson sjohnson@bhhschicago.com

Jasmine Shapiro jshapiro@bhhschicago.com

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

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

Website: https://shannonandjasmine.bhhschicago.com/

Links:

✉️ connect@yoguitar.io

🌐 https://yoguitar.io

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

Produced by: Dave Couto with Bright Vox Audio

Edited by: Michael Collins

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#musicwellness #mentalwellness #stressrelief

#mindfulness #musician #composer

#wellnessjourney #selfcare #musicheals #entrepreneurship

Jennifer Keeney is a people leader, community advocate, and change-maker who is passionate about creating meaningful impact in both business and the communities she serves. With a diverse career spanning multiple industries, including healthcare, Jennifer has built a reputation as a versatile and creative leadership expert. She has successfully guided organizations ranging in size from 200 to 30,000 employees, partnering with business leaders to solve complex challenges and helping senior executives navigate significant change. Her deep expertise in human resources strategy across both public and privately held companies has made her a trusted advisor and catalyst for growth.

Today, Jennifer channels her leadership and passion into community advocacy, serving as an active supporter of the Alzheimer’s Association and its mission to advance research, provide support, and ultimately end Alzheimer’s disease. She joins us to discuss the importance of creating positive change, the power of community involvement, and why supporting those impacted by Alzheimer’s and other dementias is so critical. Jennifer shares how leadership extends beyond the workplace and how each of us can make a meaningful difference in the lives of others.

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Hosts:

Shannon Johnson – sjohnson@bhhschicago.com

Jasmine Shapiro – jshapiro@bhhschicago.com

Mindy Leonard – mindy@superorganizedspaces.com

Jordan Kagan – jordanthemanofsilver@gmail.com

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

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

Website: https://shannonandjasmine.bhhschicago.com/

Links:

Alzheimer’s Association: https://www.alz.org/

Walk to End Alzheimer’s: https://act.alz.org/site/TR?sid=23941&type=fr_informational&pg=informational&fr_id=19597

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifer-gooch-keeney/

Produced by: Dave Couto with Bright Vox Audio

Edited by: Michael Collins

Philip Flores Jr. is the Founder of Cremation By Water Group, a forward-thinking funeral home serving families and funeral professionals throughout Chicagoland with modern, eco-friendly end-of-life care for both people and pets. As a nationally recognized advocate for alkaline hydrolysis, commonly known as water cremation, Philip is passionate about educating families about the five legal disposition options available today. Through community outreach, guided tours, public speaking, and compassionate conversations, he helps remove fear and uncertainty from end-of-life planning while empowering individuals to make informed decisions before a crisis occurs.

Philip believes that education creates confidence and that meaningful farewells should reflect both personal values and care for future generations. He joins us today to discuss why more families are exploring water cremation, the importance of preplanning to reduce emotional and financial stress, and how adult children can begin meaningful conversations with aging parents. Philip also shares how gentler, environmentally conscious aftercare options are reshaping the way families think about honoring loved ones.

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Hosts:

Shannon Johnson – sjohnson@bhhschicago.com

Jasmine Shapiro – jshapiro@bhhschicago.com

Mindy Leonard – mindy@superorganizedspaces.com

Jordan Kagan – jordanthemanofsilver@gmail.com

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

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

Website: https://shannonandjasmine.bhhschicago.com/

Links:

📞 847.414.4414 Main | 847.414.7667 People Division

Website: https://www.cremation-by-water.com/

Website: https://www.petcremationbywater.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/philipfloresjr/

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

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

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CremationByWaterGroup

Produced by: Dave Couto with Bright Vox Audio

Edited by: Michael Collins

The whole senior resource team is back together! Shannon, Jasmine, Mindy, and Jordan catch up on what's new — and share what families navigating a senior move or estate situation need to know right now.

Mindy Leonard - Super Organized Spaces

• What's new and how her services have evolved
• Where families should start when they feel overwhelmed
• The emotional side of letting go — and how to make it easier

Jordan Kagan | The Man of Silver

• What he buys: metals, coins, watches, silver & silver plate
• Silver vs. silver plate
• why it matters for value
• What surprises people (and what disappoints them)
• How to reach Jordan and get a fair assessment

Shannon & Jasmine | Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago

• Residential real estate on Chicago's North Shore
• Specialists in senior transitions and family home sales
• SRES® — Seniors Real Estate Specialists
• ABR®️ Accredited Buyers Representative
• RENE®️ - Real Estate Negotiation Expert
• AHWD®️ - At Home With Diversity

Connect With the Team:

Mindy Leonard

https://www.facebook.com/thesuperorganizedspaces

https://www.instagram.com/superorganizedspaces

https://superorganizedspaces.com/

Mindy@superorganizedspaces.com

Jordan Kagan

https://www.facebook.com/jordan.m.kagan/

Jordanthemanofsilver@gmail.com

Hosts:

Shannon Johnson – sjohnson@bhhschicago.com

Jasmine Shapiro – jshapiro@bhhschicago.com

Mindy Leonard – mindy@superorganizedspaces.com

Jordan Kagan – jordanthemanofsilver@gmail.com

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

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

Website: https://shannonandjasmine.bhhschicago.com/

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Produced by: Dave Couto with Bright Vox Audio

Edited by: Michael Collins

Dr. Suzi Siegel is a board-certified Emergency Medicine physician and a Menopause Society Certified Practitioner who is dedicated to helping women navigate perimenopause and menopause with confidence and clarity. With more than 30 years of experience caring for patients in busy emergency rooms, Dr. Siegel has witnessed firsthand the serious health consequences that can occur when women are not properly educated or supported through this stage of life. Today, through Menopause Matters MD, she is on a mission to provide women with science-backed guidance and personalized care that empowers them to build a foundation for lifelong health and vitality.

Throughout her career, Dr. Siegel has treated countless women suffering from complications related to declining estrogen levels, including hip fractures, recurrent urinary tract infections, heart attacks, and strokes. Rather than simply treating these emergencies, she is now focused on preventing them. She joins us again today to talk about the treatments of menopause including when and why to start hormones and what that means.

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Hosts:

Shannon Johnson – sjohnson@bhhschicago.com

Jasmine Shapiro – jshapiro@bhhschicago.com

Mindy Leonard – mindy@superorganizedspaces.com

Jordan Kagan – jordanthemanofsilver@gmail.com

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

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

Website: https://shannonandjasmine.bhhschicago.com/

Links:

Website: https://menopausemattersmd.com/

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

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suzanne-donick-siegel-md-facep-mscp-4885b9283/

Produced by: Dave Couto with Bright Vox Audio

Edited by: Michael Collins

#shannonandjasminehomes #seniorresourceteam #helpnobodytoldme #bhhs_chicago

#bhhschicago_lakeforest #MoveConfidently #menopausemattersmd

#perimenopause #menopause #womenshealth

#hormonehealth #healthyaging #preventivecare

#menopausesupport #wellnessforwomen #agingwell

Dr. Suzi Siegel is a board-certified Emergency Medicine physician and a Menopause Society Certified Practitioner who is dedicated to helping women navigate perimenopause and menopause with confidence and clarity. With more than 30 years of experience caring for patients in busy emergency rooms, Dr. Siegel has witnessed firsthand the serious health consequences that can occur when women are not properly educated or supported through this stage of life. Today, through Menopause Matters MD, she is on a mission to provide women with science-backed guidance and personalized care that empowers them to build a foundation for lifelong health and vitality.

Throughout her career, Dr. Siegel has treated countless women suffering from complications related to declining estrogen levels, including hip fractures, recurrent urinary tract infections, heart attacks, and strokes. Rather than simply treating these emergencies, she is now focused on preventing them. She joins us today to discuss the realities of perimenopause and menopause, the importance of proactive healthcare, and how the choices women make today can have a profound impact on their future well-being.

Subscribe, leave a review and follow us on social media…Join us next Wednesday for another episode of Help! Nobody Told Me…

Hosts:

Shannon Johnson – sjohnson@bhhschicago.com

Jasmine Shapiro – jshapiro@bhhschicago.com

Mindy Leonard – mindy@superorganizedspaces.com

Jordan Kagan – jordanthemanofsilver@gmail.com

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

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

Website: https://shannonandjasmine.bhhschicago.com/

Links:

Website: https://menopausemattersmd.com/

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

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suzanne-donick-siegel-md-facep-mscp-4885b9283/

Produced by: Dave Couto with Bright Vox Audio

Edited by: Michael Collins

#shannonandjasminehomes #seniorresourceteam #helpnobodytoldme #bhhs_chicago

#bhhschicago_lakeforest #MoveConfidently #menopausemattersmd

#perimenopause #menopause #womenshealth

#hormonehealth #healthyaging #preventivecare

#menopausesupport #wellnessforwomen #agingwell