Over 60 million Americans are unpaid caregivers, spending an average of 15+ hours a week supporting aging parents, spouses with illness, or children with special needs — yet the system offers little support and home care agencies charge up to $82,000 a year. In this eye-opening episode, Lori sits down with Neal Shah, CEO of CareYaya, a social-impact healthcare tech startup connecting families directly with vetted, university-enrolled student caregivers at roughly half the cost of traditional agencies. Neal shares his deeply personal journey from hedge fund partner to full-time caregiver for his grandfather with Alzheimer's and his wife through a multi-year cancer battle, and how those experiences drove him to dedicate his career to fixing America's caregiving crisis. From practical tips on finding affordable direct care and running your own background checks, to the promise of AI-powered caregiver training tools and the Medicare Guide pilot program for dementia families, this conversation is packed with actionable insights for anyone navigating the challenges of aging and caregiving.

Links from this episode:

• Neal Shah: careyaya.org | Free Guide | Instagram
• Lori Carpenter: loricarpenterdesigns.com | Instagram

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In this episode of The 3rd Phase, host Lori Carpenter sits down with Emily Steedman — occupational therapist, entrepreneur, and founder of 10ElevenLife and Longevity Land — to explore what it really takes to live a longer, healthier, and more vibrant life after 60. Emily breaks down the exciting age tech innovations on the horizon from AI-powered brain training and smart home sensors to companion robots and shares the three most impactful lifestyle changes you can make right now, and reveals why grip strength is a powerful predictor of longevity. Whether you're looking to prevent falls, boost brain health through neuroplasticity, or simply take more control of your wellness journey, this conversation is packed with practical, science-backed advice to help you live vibrantly in your 3rd phase of life and beyond.

Links from this episode:

• Emily Steedman: longevity-land.com | LinkedIn
• Lori Carpenter: loricarpenterdesigns.com | Instagram

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In this episode of The 3rd Phase, host Lori Carpenter sits down with Danielle Roberts, CEO of Boomer Benefits and bestselling author of 10 Costly Medicare Mistakes You Cannot Afford to Make, to break down the confusing world of Medicare. Danielle explains the differences between Medicare Parts A, B, C, and D, what Medigap (Medicare Supplement) plans are, and why missing your enrollment window can result in costly penalties you'll pay for the rest of your life. Whether you're approaching 65 or helping a loved one navigate their options, this episode is packed with actionable advice on when to start researching, how to avoid common pitfalls, and how to choose between a Medigap plan and Medicare Advantage — so you can make confident, informed decisions about your healthcare coverage.

Links from this episode:

• Danielle Roberts: Instagram
• Lori Carpenter: loricarpenterdesigns.com | Instagram

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