A Graceful Life

A Graceful Life

Jeanne McCusker

Episodes 46
Avg. Duration 24m
Activity Highly Active
Since Nov 2023
Latest Episode Jun 2026

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Every 2 Weeks
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Episodic
Consistency
24%
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About This Podcast

Join Jeanne McCusker to talk about the issues we face as we age together. We’ll laugh and we’ll cry as we get better together gracefully.

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The impact of AHIP with Cory Demchak

Jun 06, 2026 24m

Cory Demchak, Executive Director of the Albemarle Housing Improvement Program (AHIP), joins Jeanne to talk about the work of his organization and how they aim to help people stay in their homes.

Celebrating Older Americans Month with Melanie Benjamin from the Center

May 23, 2026 24m

Melanie Benjamin, Executive Director of the Center, joins to talk with Jeanne about Older Americans Month and the many programs the Center has to offer for the aging population.

How to best get affordable veterinary care

May 16, 2026 24m

Jeanne talks with Kimberly Hawk of Dogs Deserve Better Blue Ridge and Dr. Sara Holland, Jeremiah Holland, and Taylor Moore of Mobile Vet Solutions about access to affordable veterinary care.

Checking in with the Blue Ridge Area Food Bank with Les Sinclair

May 08, 2026 24m

Les Sinclair, PR & Communications Manager, with the Blue Ridge Area Food Bank provides updates on the work of the food bank and the Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive.

Avoiding scams with Ron Farmer and TRIAD

May 02, 2026 24m

Ron Farmer, President of Charlottesville-Albemarle TRIAD, gives helpful tips on how to avoid being scammed and the work TRIAD does with seniors in the community.

Getting ready for the Hospice of the Piedmont 5K

Apr 25, 2026 24m

Ophelia Lenz, Development Officer and Race Manager, and Katina Ragland-Dowell of the Prolyfyck Run Crew give a preview of the 25th annual  HOP 5K Run/Walk.

The local labor market with Joyce Robbins

Apr 18, 2026 24m

Joyce Robbins of Robbins Staffing joins Jeanne McCusker to discuss the labor market around central Virginia.

Building a dementia-friendly community in Charlottesville

Apr 11, 2026 24m

Gordon Walker and Norm Dale join Jeanne McCusker to discuss how Charlottesville can create a dementia friendly community.

The work of All Blessings Flow with Liz Hart

Apr 04, 2026 24m

Jeanne McCusker talks with Liz Hart, Volunteer Coordinator, of All Blessings Flow Charlottesville that aims to provide healthcare resources and services to our neighbors in need.

Starting the New Year right with Doris Gelbman

Jan 10, 2026 24m

Doris Gelbman, Elder Law Attorney at Gelbman Law PLLC, talks with Jeanne about getting off to a good start in 2026 and managing affairs to start the year.

Handling grief during the holidays with Teresa Haase

Dec 20, 2025 24m

Teresa Haase, Director of Bereavement Services at Hospice of the Piedmont, joins to discuss ways in which people suffering from grief during the holidays can learn to deal with it.

Linking Huehuetenango to Charlottesville

Nov 08, 2025 24m

Jeanne McCusker talks with Kelly Eplee, board chair, Elias Alonzo, Development Director, and Beth Neville Evans, founder, of the GuateMaya Alliance about Jeanne's recent trip to Charlottesville's…

The mission to cure ALS with Rachael Kesler Palm

Oct 18, 2025 24m

Rachael Kesler Palm joins the show again to talk about ALS, the progress made toward a cure, and the push for more government funding to find it.

The Memory Café at the Center with Jennifer Crews and Steve Brinkley

Oct 11, 2025 24m

Jeanne talks about the Memory Café at the Center, a new program aimed at assisting those with dementia and Alzheimer's, with Jennifer Crews, Program Director at the Center, and Steve Brinkley, a…

The Women of Charlottesville with Rachael Kesler Palm

Oct 04, 2025 24m

Jeanne is joined by Rachael Kesler Palm to discuss her new book: Bada** Women of Charlottesville.

Insurance coverage and Medicare changes with Randy Rodgers

Sep 27, 2025 24m

Jeanne McCusker talks with Randy Rodgers, Manager of Insurance Counseling at Jefferson Area Board for Aging (JABA), about the ins and outs of Medicare coverage and health insurance in the wake of…

Previewing the Walk to End Alzheimer's with Sheri Owen and Matt Laird

Sep 20, 2025 24m

Jeanne McCusker discusses the work of the Alzheimer's association and the upcoming Walk to End Alzheimer's in October with Walk Manager for Charlottesville and Greater Augusta Sheri Owen and Matt…

Highlighting Hunger Action Month with Les Sinclair

Aug 30, 2025 24m

Les Sinclair of the Blue Ridge Area Food Bank joins Jeanne to discuss Hunger Action Month and the continued work of the food bank serving food insecurity in central Virginia.

The importance of mental health with Jada Edwards of the Women's Initiative

Aug 16, 2025 24m

Jada Edwards of the Women's Initiative joins Jeanne McCusker to discuss the mission of her organization and how mindfulness and mental health can help lead to more fulfilling lives.

Improving Quality and Length of Life with Dr. Neal Kassell and the Focused Ultrasound Foundation Pt. 2

Aug 13, 2025 24m

In part 2 of a two-part series, Jeanne McCusker is joined by Dr. Neal Kassell, founder and chairman of the Focused Ultrasound Foundation, to discuss the mission of the Foundation and how it…

Frequently Asked Questions

How many episodes does A Graceful Life have?

A Graceful Life has published 46 episodes since November 2023.

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A Graceful Life is currently highly active with new episodes every 2 weeks. Average episode length is 24m.

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