Thriving to the Finish Line
Conversations About Aging, Caregiving, Elder Law & Living Well
Thriving to the Finish Line is a podcast from The Miller Elder Law Firm in Gainesville, Florida, featuring practical conversations about aging well, caregiving, elder law, estate planning, healthcare, end-of-life decisions, and living fully through every stage of life.
Explore episodes with attorneys, healthcare professionals, advocates, caregivers, and community leaders who share real-world insight to help older adults and their families make informed decisions with greater confidence.
SEPTEMBER 2026
What Blue Zones Can Teach Us About Aging Well
Genna Fasullo LaPeer sits down with University of Florida professors and registered dietitians Dr. Karla Shelnutt and Dr. Anne E. Mathews to explore what Blue Zones can teach us about aging well. They discuss nutrition, everyday movement, purpose, social connection, stress, and practical ways older adults and families can support a longer, healthier and more connected life.
AUGUST 2026
Serving Those Who Served: Hospice, Honor & Legacy
Shannon Miller talks with Michael Maloney and Jodie Goodman of Haven Hospice about honoring veterans and preserving personal legacies at the end of life. They explore Haven’s We Honor Veterans program, meaningful recognition ceremonies, volunteer support, storytelling, and ways families can create connection, dignity and closure during a difficult season.
JULY 2026
End-of-Life Planning: The Conversations Every Family Needs to Have
Shannon Miller is joined by The Miller Elder Law Firm Elder Care Coordinator Laura Monday for a compassionate conversation about preparing for the end of life before a crisis occurs. They discuss hospice and palliative care, changes families may encounter during the dying process, honoring a loved one’s wishes, and how thoughtful planning can preserve comfort, dignity and peace.
JUNE 2026
Creating Space to Thrive: Aging Well Through Life’s Transitions
Elder Care Coordinator Laura Monday talks with Angela Dragon, founder of Simplify Home Organizing, about how our living spaces can support safety, independence and peace of mind as we age. They share practical ideas for decluttering, downsizing, aging in place, and navigating the emotional side of helping a parent or loved one through a major life transition.
MAY 2026
Caregiving That Helps Families Thrive
Shannon Miller sits down with Christina Ramos, Executive Director and Administrator of Touching Hearts at Home, to talk about the realities families face when caring for an aging loved one. Their conversation covers dementia, aging in place, caregiver burnout, technology and support resources, with an emphasis on preserving dignity, independence and meaningful family connection.
APRIL 2026
Legacy in Action: Supporting Families, Strengthening Communities
Genna Fasullo LaPeer talks with Sherry Houston, Vice President for Advancement and Chief Philanthropy Officer at Santa Fe College, about the role community and purpose play throughout life. Drawing on Sherry’s work in mental health, family support and education, they explore isolation, lifelong learning, volunteering, and simple ways to show up for people before a crisis occurs.
MARCH 2026
Menopause, Hormones, and Taking Your Health Back
Shannon Miller talks with Dr. Rachel Coleman and Dr. Anamaria Yeung of Empower Lifestyle Medicine about women’s health through menopause and beyond. They discuss lifestyle medicine, hormone therapy, movement, metabolic health, and why individualized, informed conversations with a healthcare professional matter when making decisions about long-term health.
FEBRUARY 2026
Breaking Boxes Around Aging, Caregiving, and Living Fully
Shannon Miller talks with Betsy Pepine about challenging assumptions around aging, caregiving and what later life is supposed to look like. They discuss family caregiving roles, boundaries, anticipatory grief, planning for death, and how preserving purpose and relationships can help families navigate difficult seasons with greater intention.
JANUARY 2026
The Parkinson Plan
Shannon Miller sits down with neurologist and movement disorder specialist Dr. Michael Okun to rethink what coordinated care can look like for people living with Parkinson’s and other chronic conditions. They discuss caregivers, multidisciplinary support, stigma, technology, and the universe model behind The Parkinson Plan, with a focus on building care around the whole person.
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