The Boomer Blueprint Podcast: Actionable Tips & Strategies for Navigating Senior Life Transitions
The Boomer Blueprint is your trusted resource for empowering seniors and their families with reliable information, expert insights, and practical solutions to navigate life’s transitions. From aging in place to estate planning, downsizing, and financial management, we simplify complex topics to equip listeners with the tools they need to make informed, confident decisions. Each episode features actionable advice from industry professionals and heartfelt stories that inspire and connect. Whether you’re planning for your own future or supporting a loved one, The Boomer Blueprint delivers the guidance and clarity you need to create a brighter, more secure tomorrow. Join us to learn, grow, and build a blueprint for a better life.
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Tuesday Mar 18, 2025
Tuesday Mar 18, 2025
What’s the biggest challenge when it comes to transitioning into senior living?
If you guessed clutter, you’re not alone. This week on Boomer Blueprint, host Ryan Garrison discusses the challenges and solutions surrounding senior transitions and downsizing with guest Jayson Sweet, owner of Caring Transitions in Olympia. Jayson shares insights from his diverse background and how he became involved in the senior transition industry after retiring from the military.
He explores the emotional, logistical, and financial aspects of helping seniors relocate and downsize, highlighting a notable success story. Jayson emphasizes the importance of early preparation and decluttering to ease the transition process. He offers practical advice for families preparing for this change, from streamlining possessions to having those tough but necessary conversations in advance.
Learn valuable strategies for families navigating future transitions and discover how Caring Transitions provides comprehensive solutions for senior moving and downsizing needs.
Key Takeaways:
01:32 - Jason's Journey from Military to Senior Services
03:15 - Why so many seniors resist moving—even when they can afford it
08:42 - The different types of clutter: physical, digital, financial, and emotional
14:10 - How early decluttering can ease the transition process for everyone involved
17:00 - Advice for Families Preparing for Transitions
19:25 - The role of family dynamics and how to navigate difficult conversations
25:50 - Practical steps to start preparing now before a crisis forces change
Tune in now to learn how to prepare for the inevitable—without the stress.
Contact Jayson:
Website: Caring Transitions of Olympia
LinkedIn: Jayson Sweet
Phone: (360) 592-3821
Email: jsweet@caringtransitions.com
Contact Ryan:
Email: ryan@garrisonre.com
Website: https://www.soundtransitionteam.com
Website: https://reiryan.com
Resources Shared:
Caring Transitions Services: Comprehensive support for senior relocation, downsizing, and estate sales.
CTBIDS: An online auction platform to assist with estate liquidation.
Free Consultation: Offering personalized plans to meet individual transition needs.
Tuesday Mar 18, 2025
Tuesday Mar 18, 2025
How can serving with a servant's heart make life transitions smoother for seniors?
Approaching major life changes—like downsizing or multi-generational living—requires more than just planning; it requires compassion. In this episode of Boomer Blueprint, host Ryan Garrison explores how to approach this transition with a servant heart.
Special guest Michelle Nicely, a top-producing real estate agent, Senior Real Estate Specialist, and Senior Home Coach with over 20 years of experience, shares her expertise in guiding the 55+ community through life’s major transitions with care and confidence.
Michelle discusses the emotional and practical sides of downsizing, the importance of early planning, and how to make the process smoother for seniors and their families. She also introduces her impactful community initiative, 100 Days Serving Seniors in Fredericksburg, dedicated to providing essential support for older adults. Whether you're a senior considering your next move or a family member assisting a loved one, this episode offers invaluable guidance.
Key Takeaways:
02:50 Michelle’s journey into senior real estate and family influence on her mission
14:45 Viral stories and senior living tips
19:05 Understanding Home Equity Conversion Mortgage
21:15 Multi-generational living strategies
22:13 Downsizing and decluttering tips
23:25 Managing family dynamics in transitions
24:49 Real-life success stories of senior moves
26:15 Handling family conflicts in senior care
28:11 Real estate investment insights for seniors
33:45 Serving Seniors with a Servant Heart – Michelle’s book insights
35:56 Final advice for seniors and families
Tune in to learn how to navigate this transition with purpose and ease.
Contact Michelle:
Website: Michelle Nicely Real Estate
LinkedIn: Michelle Nicely
Facebook: Michelle Nicely Facebook
Instagram: @michelle.nicely2
Phone: (540) 604-6864
Email: michellenicely@icloud.com
Contact Ryan:
Email: ryan@garrisonre.com
Website: https://www.soundtransitionteam.com
Website: https://reiryan.com
Resources Shared:
100 Days Serving Seniors in Fredericksburg: A community-focused initiative to support seniors during transitions.
Home Modification Tips: Practical advice for aging in place.
Decluttering Guidance: Strategies to make downsizing less overwhelming.
Friday Feb 28, 2025
Friday Feb 28, 2025
Thoughtful Gift Ideas for Seniors & Holiday Care Tips with Mindy East
The holiday season is a time of joy and togetherness, but for many seniors, it can also be a time of loneliness and stress. In this episode of the Boomer Blueprint Podcast, host Ryan Garrison sits down with Mindy East to discuss the importance of holiday check-ins, ways to support aging loved ones, and thoughtful gift ideas that truly make a difference.
Mindy shares her expertise on recognizing signs that a senior may need extra help, practical ways to ensure their well-being during the holidays, and meaningful gift suggestions that go beyond material items. She highlights how changes in routine, loss of independence, and social isolation can contribute to anxiety or depression during this time. Mindy also provides strategies for engaging seniors in holiday activities, making them feel included, and creating traditions that cater to their current needs and abilities.
Key Takeaways:
03:10 - Why holiday check-ins are essential for seniors' well-being
07:45 - Subtle signs that a loved one may need additional support
14:20 - How to start difficult conversations with aging family members
20:35 - Thoughtful and practical gift ideas for seniors
28:50 - Resources and services that can help during the holiday season
Contact Mindy:
Website: Baron Ridge Speakers Agency
LinkedIn: Mindy East
Instagram: @mindymarteney
Facebook: Mindy East Facebook
at’s the biggest challenge when it comes to transitioning into senior living?
If you guessed clutter, you’re not alone. This week on Boomer Blueprint, host Ryan Garrison discusses the challenges and solutions surrounding senior transitions and downsizing with guest Jayson Sweet, owner of Caring Transitions in Olympia. Jayson shares insights from his diverse background and how he became involved in the senior transition industry after retiring from the military.
He explores the emotional, logistical, and financial aspects of helping seniors relocate and downsize, highlighting a notable success story. Jayson emphasizes the importance of early preparation and decluttering to ease the transition process. He offers practical advice for families preparing for this change, from streamlining possessions to having those tough but necessary conversations in advance.
Learn valuable strategies for families navigating future transitions and discover how Caring Transitions provides comprehensive solutions for senior moving and downsizing needs.
Key Takeaways:
01:32 - Jason's Journey from Military to Senior Services
03:15 - Why so many seniors resist moving—even when they can afford it
08:42 - The different types of clutter: physical, digital, financial, and emotional
14:10 - How early decluttering can ease the transition process for everyone involved
17:00 - Advice for Families Preparing for Transitions
19:25 - The role of family dynamics and how to navigate difficult conversations
25:50 - Practical steps to start preparing now before a crisis forces change
Tune in now to learn how to prepare for the inevitable—without the stress.
Contact Jayson:
Website: Caring Transitions of Olympia
LinkedIn: Jayson Sweet
Phone: (360) 592-3821
Email: jsweet@caringtransitions.com
Contact Ryan:
Email: ryan@garrisonre.com
Website: https://www.soundtransitionteam.com
Website: https://reiryan.com
Resources Mentioned:
The 36-Hour Day by Nancy L. Mace and Peter V. Rabins
Being Mortal: Medicine and What Matters in the End by Atul Gawande
Aging with Grace: What the Nun Study Teaches Us About Leading Longer, Healthier, and More Meaningful Lives by David Snowdon
Friday Feb 28, 2025
Friday Feb 28, 2025
Making decisions about senior living, estate planning, and aging in place can feel overwhelming—but it doesn’t have to be. This week, host Ryan Garrison welcomes Colleen Feuling, a dedicated senior home coach and licensed real estate agent based in Carson City, Nevada, who specializes in guiding seniors and their families through life’s biggest transitions.
With a background in the medical field and over a decade of experience advocating for both pediatric and senior patients, Colleen understands the emotional and logistical challenges that come with aging-related housing decisions.
She shares how she collaborates with attorneys and financial advisors to provide seamless solutions for clients dealing with estate sales, decluttering, home improvements, downsizing with less stress, and finding the right senior living arrangements so they can focus on what truly matters.
Key Takeaways:
02:15 - Colleen’s Background in Senior Care
07:30 - Why Seniors Need a Housing Advocate
12:45 - Common Challenges Seniors Face When Downsizing
18:20 - Aging in Place vs. Moving to Assisted Living
24:50 - The Emotional Aspect of Moving Later in Life
26:16 - Exploring Senior Living Options
27:47 - Challenges of Aging in Place
30:10 - Colleen’s Personal Story with Her Parents’ Retirement
37:50 - Advice for Families of Seniors
Contact Colleen:
Email Address: colleenseniorhomecoach@gmail.com
Contact Number: (775) 580-5805
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/colleen-feuling-122242203/
Contact Ryan:
Email: ryan@garrisonre.com
Website: https://www.soundtransitionteam.com
Website: https://reiryan.com