Value of Wrinkles: Caregiving, Aging & Intergenerational Connection

Value of Wrinkles: Caregiving, Aging & Intergenerational Connection

Isabel Tom

Episodes 109
Avg. Duration 14m
Activity Declining
Since May 2021
Latest Episode Mar 2026

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Schedule
Every 2 Weeks
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Episodic
Consistency
57%
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rss.libsyn.com

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About This Podcast

Welcome to Value of Wrinkles. A heartfelt podcast hosted by Isabel Tom, author, speaker, and forever grandchild. Inspired by her book The Value of Wrinkle: A Young Perspective on How Loving the Old Will Change Your Life, this show celebrates the beauty of aging, the power of intergenerational relationships, and the transformative role of caregiving. Each episode explores how to connect more deeply with the older generation, offering practical advice, tender stories, and honest conversations on topics like elder care, aging parents, and legacy. Whether you're a caregiver, grandchild, or someone simply curious about growing older with grace, this podcast will help you love the older generation and yourself a little more.

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Recent Episodes

EP 109: Careers in Aging Month: Interview with Erin Pickrell

Mar 12, 2026 23m

Shownotes: In this insightful interview, Erin Pickrell, owner and director of Griswold Home Care in Chevy Chase, shares her journey into the home care industry, the importance of compassionate…

EP 109: Careers in Aging Month: Interview with Erin Pickrell

Mar 12, 2026 23m

Shownotes: In this insightful interview, Erin Pickrell, owner and director of Griswold Home Care in Chevy Chase, shares her journey into the home care industry, the importance of compassionate…

EP 108: Careers in Aging: How Helping Older Adults Can Change Your Life

Mar 06, 2026 7m

Shownotes: Celebrating Careers and Aging Month, I explored various career options in aging services, shared personal insights, and highlighted the rewarding nature of working with older adults. …

EP 108: Careers in Aging: How Helping Older Adults Can Change Your Life

Mar 06, 2026 7m

Shownotes: Celebrating Careers and Aging Month, I explored various career options in aging services, shared personal insights, and highlighted the rewarding nature of working with older adults. …

EP 107: Navigating Life as a Young Caregiver - with Beka Dowhy

Feb 26, 2026 12m

Shownotes: In this conversation, Beka shared about the unique experiences of child caregivers, drawing from her personal story of caring for her mother who has multiple sclerosis. Together, we…

EP 107: Navigating Life as a Young Caregiver - with Beka Dowhy

Feb 26, 2026 12m

Shownotes: In this conversation, Beka shared about the unique experiences of child caregivers, drawing from her personal story of caring for her mother who has multiple sclerosis. Together, we…

EP 106: You're Already Watching the Olympics: 4 Ways Adult Children in the Sandwich Generation Can Turn it into Connection

Feb 05, 2026 20m

Shownotes: In this episode of the Value of Wrinkles podcast, I share four practical and heartfelt ways we can use the upcoming Winter Olympics as a meaningful way to connect with our aging parents…

EP 106: You're Already Watching the Olympics: 4 Ways Adult Children in the Sandwich Generation Can Turn it into Connection

Feb 05, 2026 20m

Shownotes: In this episode of the Value of Wrinkles podcast, I share four practical and heartfelt ways we can use the upcoming Winter Olympics as a meaningful way to connect with our aging parents…

EP 105: Building Connection: How LEGO® Helps People Living with Dementia – with Loretta Veney (Part 2)

Jan 22, 2026 25m

Shownotes: In this episode, we continue our conversation with Loretta Veney and reflect on how Legos became an unexpected source of emotional support and communication during her mother's long…

EP 105: Building Connection: How LEGO® Helps People Living with Dementia – with Loretta Veney (Part 2)

Jan 22, 2026 25m

Shownotes: In this episode, we continue our conversation with Loretta Veney and reflect on how Legos became an unexpected source of emotional support and communication during her mother's long…

EP 104: Building Connection: How LEGO® Helps People Living with Dementia – with Loretta Veney (Part 1)

Jan 15, 2026 16m

Shownotes: In this episode, I sit down with Loretta Veney and listen to the beautiful way Legos became a bridge for communication during her mother's journey with dementia. She shares how something…

EP 104: Building Connection: How LEGO® Helps People Living with Dementia – with Loretta Veney (Part 1)

Jan 15, 2026 16m

Shownotes: In this episode, I sit down with Loretta Veney and listen to the beautiful way Legos became a bridge for communication during her mother's journey with dementia. She shares how something…

EP 103: Love Doesn't End in December: Why January Visits Matter and How the Grandkid Investigator Kit Helps

Jan 08, 2026 11m

Shownotes: In this episode, I talk about why January visits can be some of the most meaningful moments for our aging parents and loved ones in senior living. After the holidays pass and the noise…

EP 103: Love Doesn't End in December: Why January Visits Matter and How the Grandkid Investigator Kit Helps

Jan 08, 2026 11m

Shownotes: In this episode, I talk about why January visits can be some of the most meaningful moments for our aging parents and loved ones in senior living. After the holidays pass and the noise…

EP 102: When Kids are Afraid of Visiting Senior Living Communities

Dec 19, 2025 14m

Shownotes: In this episode, I share why caregiving and aging have taught me so much about the power of intergenerational connection, especially during the holidays. I talk about what I've learned…

EP 102: When Kids are Afraid of Visiting Senior Living Communities

Dec 19, 2025 14m

Shownotes: In this episode, I share why caregiving and aging have taught me so much about the power of intergenerational connection, especially during the holidays. I talk about what I've learned…

EP 101: Why Connection Is the Greatest Gift for Grandparents

Dec 05, 2025 10m

Shownotes: In this episode, I share why the greatest gift you can give a grandparent this Christmas isn't something you buy but it's genuine connection. I talk about how older adults often feel…

EP 101: Why Connection Is the Greatest Gift for Grandparents

Dec 05, 2025 10m

Shownotes: In this episode, I share why the greatest gift you can give a grandparent this Christmas isn't something you buy but it's genuine connection. I talk about how older adults often feel…

EP 100: Celebrating 100 Episodes: My Honest Reflection on Podcasting, Perseverance & Purpose

Nov 27, 2025 17m

Shownotes: In this special milestone episode, I'm celebrating something that still feels surreal: 100 episodes of the Value of Wrinkles podcast. Join me as I take you behind the scenes of this…

EP 100: Celebrating 100 Episodes: My Honest Reflection on Podcasting, Perseverance & Purpose

Nov 27, 2025 17m

Shownotes: In this special milestone episode, I'm celebrating something that still feels surreal: 100 episodes of the Value of Wrinkles podcast. Join me as I take you behind the scenes of this…

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Value of Wrinkles: Caregiving, Aging & Intergenerational Connection has published 109 episodes since May 2021, covering topics in Society & Culture.

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Value of Wrinkles: Caregiving, Aging & Intergenerational Connection is currently declining with new episodes every 2 weeks. Average episode length is 14m.

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