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Hello Care Partners, Please welcome our special guest this week, Melissa Cocuzza, and her amazing compassion for other people. She is the founder of A Balanced Life, Health Expos. For 27 years, her company served thousands of employees at companies like UPS, ESPN, and LEGO. During the pandemic, Melissa pivoted to address the needs of older adults and founded Club 62+, a virtual community launched on August 1st, 2024.

In this episode, we discuss the challenges of caring for older adults, particularly the issue of loneliness. It started with Melissa's journey from corporate wellness to creating a virtual community aimed at combating loneliness among seniors. The conversation highlights innovative solutions, including the ElliQ robot companion and advanced wet incontinent pads, designed to enhance the quality of life for older adults and support their caregivers. ENJOY THE VIDEO INCLUDED IN THIS PODCAST SHOWCASING ElliQ!

Contact Melissa Cocuzza: Club 62+, Making the golden Years Golden! Melissa resides in CT with her husband Charlie, & together have 4 children, & 9 grandchildren.

S2:E35 Making Aging Fun with Melissa Cocuzza

Founder, Club 62+ - Making Aging Fun Founder,

A Balanced Life - Health Expos

Market Area Director - H7 East Coast

C: 860-620-4700

E: melissa@ablexpos.com

W: www.club62.us

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Teresa Rapp Youngstrom

Dementia Specialist

Teresa is a Seasoned Registered Nurse with more than 38 years of clinical and leadership experience. Diverse core competencies including Emergency and Trauma, Labor and Delivery, OR, ICU, Medical Surgical, Rehab, Hospice, Home Care, IV and Dementia Specialist, Private Duty Care, Marketer, Assisted Living and Memory Care Director, Staff Trainer, Speaker, Consultant and CE Provider. Her compassion for people living with Dementia is evident as soon as you meet her. She will provide your organization or family with excellent insight and care.

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