Senior Radio Buffalo episode #474- 05/27/23
Segment 1 (3:57): We start the show with local discrimination attorney Lindy Korn and her client Gary Ostrum, who filed a lawsuit in April against his employer for terminating him due to his age after working there for 28 years. First hear about his successes at G.A. Braun Inc. and then the event that led to him being fired because of a clip of a film in a presentation. We go into detail about the 8 minute clip and how it was shown before at company events with no complaints. He then explained how the suspension and termination happened without warning or a formal write up. Lindy then tells us why age discrimination is an uphill battle to prove in a court case. She even gives us specific examples with this with Gary’s case and how age discrimination is never goes away. Finally, we discuss how these discrimination cases can affect you mentally, physically, and emotionally, how discrimination is a health issue, and how counseling can help. To learn more on how Lindy can help you, please call 716-856-KORN or visit HERE!
Segment 2 (20:28): Next we welcome Michelle, the Regional Medicare Consultant with Univera Healthcare. Last week we talked about Medicare Part A and Part B, but today we are talking about other Medicare Options and begin with talking about Medicare Part C. Michelle tells us the differences and how it is an umbrella of everything. We also get into Medicare Part D and discuss prescription drug coverage. Michelle also goes into detail of the advantages of choosing a Medicare Advantage Plan. Finally, hear about the plans that have no additional cost. Medicare can be confusing, but Univera can help! To learn more, please visit HERE!
Segment 3 (32:54): Then we are joined by Dr. Steven Novelli, a Chiropractic Physician at, and owner of, Novelli Wellness Center. First we discuss his Thursday night seminars and how they can help alleviate your pain! We are also joined by his patient Rhonda who just finished up a 7 week treatment. Rhonda shares with us her knee pain, what it kept her from doing, how she went to one of the free seminars, and how Dr. Novelli and the Novelli Wellness Center has helped. Be sure to listen to the major improvements Rhonda has had in her life due to the Novelli Wellness Center. Finally, Dr. Novelli tells us the things and technologies they have now that can alleviate your pain, erase your pain, keep you out of surgery, and keep you out of a wheelchair. To learn more about the Novelli Wellness Center and everything Dr. Novelli can do for you, please call 716-45-SPINE or visit HERE!
Segment 4 (48:17): We wrap up the first half of our show with Lisa Giancarlo, Owner, Vice-President and Licensed Sales Representative of Clarity Group. First we discuss how even though it is Open Enrollment, you can still go see Clarity Group for Medicare help. Next Lisa tells us why it is so important for veterans to stop in and see them. Veterans may be missing out on coverage! She also suggests for anyone to give a call to their Clarity Group Rep to be sure the coverage is right for summertime so you can enjoy the summer covered. Then Lisa gives some advice on Urgent Care and the Emergency Room. Finally, hear what needs to happen if you are going out of town. To learn more about their free services or to contact them, please call or visit HERE!
Segment 5 (1:05:26): We start the second half of our show with Julianne Lepo, CDFA, President and owner of Turning Tides Financial. First hear her experience and how she specializes in women’s wealth and divorce financial planning strategies by empowering her clients during difficult times. She believes an emotional crisis does not need to be a financial crisis. Next Julianne tells us her history and what led her to create Turning Tides Financial. Then hear why it is that women come to her for help with their financial obstacles or transitions. Julianne then tells us what makes her different from a divorce attorney and how she can help you in different ways. Finally, hear how she is seeing women unprepared in certain situations, but how she can understand it for you! To learn more about how she can help you, please call 716-800-4290 or visit HERE!
Segment 6 (1:20:04): Next we are joined by Sandy Beach and Barbara Hughes, the General Manager of AAA Group Travel. Today we are talking about an upcoming trip, which are Christmas Markets in Europe. First we discuss some traveling Sandy and Barbara did together. Then we talk about how great group travel is and everything a group trip provides for you. Barbara then tell us how the trip will see Christmas Markets, but also some historic sites. Finally, hear how the trip is from November 25- December 5, prices, and where you depart from. If you’re interested, there is an event about the trip on Tuesday, May 30th at 6pm at the AAA Office at 100 International Drive. You can register for the event on our Senior Radio Buffalo website HERE! or call 716-243-6284.
Segment 7 (1:32:50): Dr. Lee Guterman, Medical Director of Neuroscience Services at Catholic Health and Endovascular Neurosurgeon at Mercy Hospital Comprehensive Stroke Center, a Catholic Medical Partners Member Physician is our next guest. Today we are discussing strokes. First Dr. Guterman tells us who can have strokes. Next we talk about the two different types of strokes and what makes them different from one another. Then Linda asks what the signs are of a stroke. Be sure to tune in to hear what one of the biggest signs are and what to look out for. Finally find out why it is so important to get to the ER if you are experiencing signs or symptoms of a stroke. To learn more about strokes, please visit HERE! To find a CMP member physician, visit HERE! and click on “Provider & Facility Locator” at the top of the page.
Segment 8 (1:48:38): We end the show discussing strokes with Dr. Andrew Sanflippio, a Neurohospitalist from Mercy Hospital, and a Catholic Medical Partners Member Physician. First we discuss what to do immediately if you suspect a stroke. He then tells us some of the most common stroke symptoms. Next Dr. Sanflippio tells us what happens after a stroke and how you enter rehabilitation. He goes into detail of who a patient will see and how they determine the best place to go to for rehabilitation. Then we discuss the most common stroke complications that can affect recovery from a stroke. Finally, we discuss the differences in rehabilitation if you get to the hospital as soon as you have stroke symptoms. To learn more about stroke rehabilitation, please call 716-447-6205. To find a CMP member physician, visit HERE! and click on “Provider & Facility Locator” at the top of the page.