Via Voices Podcast

Via Voices Podcast - Dementia & Navigating Memory Related Diagnoses

In this episode, Via Elegante's Founder and CEO Andy (Andrew) Briefer and Executive Director Shen explore the challenges families face when navigating a dementia-related diagnosis and the support resources available along the way. They discuss the importance of early planning and intervention, as well as the valuable role local Assisted Living and Memory Care communities can play in ensuring loved ones receive the appropriate level of care. The conversation covers a wide range of topics, including early-stage resources, power of attorney, decision-making, future planning, and what families can expect throughout the placement process with Assisted Living and Memory Care providers.  Thank you for listening to Via Elegante's Via Voices Thank you for listening to Via Elegante's Via Voices

Via Voices Podcast - When is the Right Time for Assisted Living or Memory Care

In this episode, we hear from two of Via Elegante's Executive Directors as they dive into the importance of communication across all facets of Assisted Living & Memory Care. This conversation covers Via Elegante's views on the importance of timing in the decision making process when deciding to move to assisted living or memory care for you or a loved one. We delve into all the steps and decision points that lead to making this important life choice. Thank you for listening to Via Elegante's Via Voices Thank you for listening to Via Elegante's Via Voices

Arizona Long Term Care (ALTCS) with Andy Briefer & Dave Huntoon

In this episode, Via Elegante's Founder and CEO, Andy (Andrew) Briefer, & ALTCS/Medicaid expert, Dave Huntoon, discuss all the nuances navigating the Arizona Long Term Care System (ALTCS) when looking into Assisted Living and Memory Care. Covering a wide range of topics from the ALTCS application process to spend down and move in.  Thank you for listening to Via Elegante's Via Voices

Finding the Right Fit for Assisted Living or Memory Care

In this episode, two of our Executive Directors tackle one of life's most difficult discussions; when is the right time to look for Assisted Living or Memory Care. This conversation shares thoughts from Via Elegante's Executive Directors and Founder on what families should be looking for when searching for and touring care facilities for their loved ones.   Thank you for listening to Via Elegante's Via Voices

Hospice and Palliative Care

In this episode, we hear from Via Elegante's Executive Directors, Ira Branson and Amy Shuman, and founder Andy Briefer as they dive into the difficult subject of Hospice and how families can navigate this challenging part of life's journey. This discussion covers topics from initial admission into hospice, the various benefits that are impacted by hospice, and what remains covered when a person is on hospice, to the process of medication stop process.    Thank you for listening to Via Elegante's Via Voices