In this News for the Ages episode we discussed the issue of older adults being lured into unlicensed adult family homes also known as small group care homes in Maryland, where they are charged significantly less but receive substandard care. Despite hundreds of complaints since 2023, only one referral for prosecution has been made. The conversation covered why enforcement of regulations is difficult.Ray Gordon reported on advancements in osteoarthritis research, including early detection methods and potential treatments to prevent or delay the need for surgery. The importance of maintaining joint health through exercise and physical therapy was also highlighted.Presented by Benjamin Surmi, Social Gerontologist and Senior Living Expert Yahoo Finance 11-30-25 Seniors Being Trafficked Unlicensed Care by Jessica Wonghttps://finance.yahoo.com/news/seniors-being-trafficked-unlicensed-care-110000098.htmlBenjamin briefly mentioned this interview:https://foxbaltimore.com/spotlight-on-maryland/senior-trafficking-persists-as-maryland-fails-to-act-on-illegal-care-homesPresented by Ray Gordon, Architect, Urban Planner, Futurist and Former Pratt Institute Grad School Professor BBC Science Focus 11-16-25 We're on the Brink of Curing Arthritis. Here's Howby Helen Pilcher https://www.sciencefocus.com/the-human-body/brink-curing-arthritis-osteoarthritisKauai world class orthopedic surgeons that Ray referred to David RovinskyAnd Derek JohnsonDiscussion hosted by: Linda Sherman and Ray GordonBoomerTechTalk.com episode page 12-2-25 LinkedIn Show PostWe continue to record new News for the Ages podcasts live on Tuesdays. How to join live.Please follow both of our podcasts including Rethinking Aging Club Podcast.Nickie’s Tune written and performed by Richard Sherman

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