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Pretend I Know Nothing About

Central Ohio Area Agency On Aging

Pretend I Know Nothing About is a podcast about the Central Ohio Area Agency on Aging staff and programs. Each episode features staff from COAAA sharing about their role at the agency, how they got here, the committees they serve on, challenges in their work, and ideas for the future. To learn more about the inception and goal, check out the trailer episode “Welcome to Pretend I Know Nothing About.”

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44:38

S2 E5 - Screening

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2024/03/11

Thousands of calls, emails, website inquiries, and faxes come into COAAA each month. For individuals seeking information and assistance, there is a team at the agency ready to offer support. Learn how the screening team provides and educational and supportive environment from Marikate Leavens, Screening and Pre-Admission Review Manager, and Chelsee Russell, Screener.Key Takeaways1. The screening department of COAAA faces challenges in handling a large volume of waiver referrals and programs, both

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29:48

S2E3 - Title III

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2024/02/12

S2E3 - Title III The Older Americans Act mandates federal funding be used for meal, supportive, caregiving, and evidenced-based services for older adults across the U.S. With these funds come complex service specifications, billing requirements, and annual monitoring. Ann Bauman from Fiscal and Jackie Marchan-Rish from Provider Relations share how COAAA supports our amazing service providers in Central Ohio, ensuring we utilize the funding where and how it is needed, and describe the crucial impact

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38:13

S2E2 - Our Area Plan

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2024/01/15

The federal Older Americans Act mandates and governs much of the work of Area Agencies on Aging in the U.S. One of the requirements is that each State Unit on Aging must produce a state plan. Ohio’s 12 Area Agencies on Aging develop their required strategic area plans every four years, which then coordinate with and inform the Ohio Department of Aging’s state plan on aging. Tamara James, Director of Strategic Initiatives at COAAA, shares the timelines, objectives, and requirements of our Area Plan,

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45:53

S2E1 - Government and Advocacy

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2024/01/15

In this episode, we learn the history of the Older Americans Act, the Federal and State budgeting processes, and just how importantadvocacyis to ensuring aging gets in, and stays in, the budgets. Grant Ames, COAAAGovernmentand Community Relations Manager joins Beth Kowalczyk, O4A Chief Policy Officer, to discuss the role of policyin human services,advocacyopportunities, the importance of building relationships with elected officials and coalitions, and so much more.Let me know what you think of this

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42:58

S1E13 - Provider Relations

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2023/12/11

Service specifications, Ohio Revised Code, compliance, and rules, rules, rules - Provider Relations has many levels of monitoring and oversight. Hear from Teresa Shane, Provider Relations Manager, and Erika Cowles-West, Provider Relations Specialist, about how the small-but-mighty COAAA Provider Relations team is growing and protecting the provider network in Central Ohio.Let me know what you think of this podcast, as well as any ideas you have for an episode. Email me at kwhite@coaaa.org!Copyright

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40:56

S1E12 - Care Transitions Division

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2023/11/20

COAAA continues to expand our reach through new contracts, providing emerging services, and innovating through new programs. Melissa Gualtieri, Director of Clinical Innovation, and Lisa Castro, Clinical Manager, describe four contracted programs managed in their division. Slightly different from other COAAA clinical programs, this episode teaches about the short-term interventions, case management, and care transitions work we provide in our eight-county region.Let me know what you think of this

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39:25

S1E11 - CarFit and Nesterly

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2023/11/20

While all Area Agencies on Aging in the US share a central mission under the federal Older Americans Act, each agency also provides services unique to their community needs. In addition to the clinical excellence we are known for, COAAA is also forging the way with new programs aimed at prevention and stabilization. Learn from Angie Wise about our work as Ohio’s first Statewide CarFit Coordinator and what we are doing to increase the safety on Ohio’s roadways and from Frances Krumholtz about our

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40:40

S1E10 - Caregiving Services and Supports

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2023/10/16

Lynn Dobb, Community Education and Outreach Manager, and Tammy Smith, Caregiver Support Program Manager, start with an overview of COAAA’s Community Education and Outreach department. Then we do a deep dive into the services and supports we provide to caregivers through consultations, education, support groups, and funding.Let me know what you think of this podcast, as well as any ideas you have for an episode. Email me at kwhite@coaaa.org!Copyright 2024 Central Ohio Area Agency On Aging

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S1E9 - Looking Forward Our Way Podcast Featuring...

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2023/10/16

Katie joined Brett Johnson and Carol Ventresca in her first few months at COAAA. Participating in this podcast is really what sparked the idea of starting an internal podcast for our agency. Listen in to hear Katie’s early learnings and thoughts about her new role, the incredible staff, and the expansive work of the agency.Let me know what you think of this podcast, as well as any ideas you have for an episode. Email me at kwhite@coaaa.org!Copyright 2024 Central Ohio Area Agency On Aging

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37:31

S1E8 - Safe Alternatives For Everyone Committee, or...

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2023/09/18

The SAFE committee was created to provide clinical support and shared responsibility to COAAA staff that are facing health and safety concerns for the consumers we serve. This episode gives us the history of SAFE, an overview of when someone should bring a case to SAFE, and an understanding of the support and expertise offered during the meetings. Learn from Clinical Manager Sarah Hall and ADRN Division Director Linda Gillespie in this important episode.Let me know what you think of this podcast, as

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22:48

S1E7 - The Employee Recognition Committee, or “ERC”

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2023/09/18

Technically, the ERC’s goals are to support positive work morale, celebrate employee milestones, and fundraiser for the annual holiday party. But, as Tobin Shepherd and Wes Baxter share, it’s also about being fun, creative, and maybe even a little bit weird (in a good way)! Tune into this episode for a glimpse into the wild and wonderful world of ERC.Let me know what you think of this podcast, as well as any ideas you have for an episode. Email me at kwhite@coaaa.org!Copyright 2024 Central Ohio

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S1E6 - PASSPORT

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2023/08/28

Pretend I Know Nothing About PASSPORTSue Howson, Clinical Manager, shares with us the history and spirit of COAAA’s longest-standing case management program-PASSPORT. We then hear from Tobin Shepherd and Wes Baxter about their roles on the PASSPORT team as a float and an aging programs care coordinator.Let me know what you think of this podcast, as well as any ideas you have for an episode. Email me at kwhite@coaaa.org!Copyright 2024 Central Ohio Area Agency On Aging

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42:54

S1E5 - Looking Forward Our Way Podcast Featuring...

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2023/08/28

Cindy Farson directed the agency for 28 years and retired in March of 2022. Listen to her describe all the agency does and accomplishments from her tenure. This episode is a thorough overview of COAAA and one that everyone should listen to. If you didn’t know Cindy, she is one of Central Ohio’s most influential leaders in aging and just an overall great person to know.Let me know what you think of this podcast, as well as any ideas you have for an episode. Email me at kwhite@coaaa.org!Copyright

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30:41

S1E4 - Interning at COAAA

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2023/08/21

Shaumane Paulk, Supervisor in PASSPORT, and Camille Peterson, Supervisor in Senior Options both started as social work interns at COAAA. While their stories, experiences, and paths to their current leadership roles differ, they both agree: COAAA is a great place to learn how to be a compassionate, competent, and confident social worker.Let me know what you think of this podcast, as well as any ideas you have for an episode. Email me at kwhite@coaaa.org!Copyright 2024 Central Ohio Area Agency On

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S1E3 - Take Your Kids To Work Day

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2023/08/21

What a joy it is to hear from our next generation of leaders on this episode which features attendees of the 2023 Take Your Kids to Work Day at COAAA. This episode is made up of multiple mini interviews-some inspiring, some funny, and everything else in between, that are sure to make you smile.Let me know what you think of this podcast, as well as any ideas you have for an episode. Email me at kwhite@coaaa.org!Copyright 2024 Central Ohio Area Agency On Aging

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30:48

S1E2 - Senior Options

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2023/06/19

In this episode, we learn about Senior Options with Clinical Manager Andrea See and Care Coordination Assistant Tara Hunter. We cover program funding, a typical day in the life of a senior options staff member and discuss challenges and successes in this case management program.Let me know what you think of this podcast, as well as any ideas you have for an episode. Email me at kwhite@coaaa.org!Copyright 2024 Central Ohio Area Agency On Aging

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S1E1 - Welcome to Pretend I Know Nothing About

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2023/06/19

How do you build knowledge and community in an agency of 400? One idea is to start a podcast that interviews staff from across our agency so that we can hear and learn from one another! This episode is hosted by friends of COAAA (and fellow podcasters) Brett and Carol, so they can put Katie White into the “guest seat” to hear about her vision of how this podcast will work. Hosted in Katie’s office, the goal of the Pretend I Know Nothing About podcast is to learn and share all the amazing stuff we

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