Send us a textDr. Mary Wilson from CenterWell Senior Primary Care takes us on a compassionate journey through the often-overlooked landscape of senior heart health, revealing why this population deserves specialized attention and care.The sobering reality of heart disease emerges as Dr. Wilson explains how high blood pressure, cholesterol issues, and diabetes interact to affect the heart's structure and function. "When your blood pressure is high, it makes your heart pump harder. Your heart is a muscle – it gets bigger. But a bigger muscle, especially for your heart, is not a good thing because your heart then cannot pump efficiently." These clear explanations demystify why controlling these conditions is crucial for heart health.What sets CenterWell apart is their revolutionary approach to senior care. Unlike typical 20-minute appointments, they provide 40-minute sessions allowing providers to truly know their patients – their families, hobbies, and challenges. This extended time creates space for addressing not just medical needs but also social determinants of health that profoundly impact heart conditions.For seniors facing food deserts or transportation barriers, CenterWell employs community health workers who conduct home assessments and coordinate resources. Their comprehensive care model includes clinical pharmacists reviewing medications, high-risk nurses providing weekly check-ins, and activity centers combating isolation through stretch classes, arts and crafts, and karaoke.Perhaps most touching is Dr. Wilson's philosophy: "You're twice a child. So if you're twice a child, just like somebody took care of you when you were a child the first time, you need somebody to help take care of you when you're a child the second time." This perspective encapsulates why senior heart care requires special attention and why CenterWell's community-centered approach transforms the aging experience.Whether you're a senior navigating heart health challenges or a family member supporting a loved one, this episode offers invaluable guidance on warning signs to never ignore and practical steps for heart-healthy living. Visit centerwellseniorprimarycare.com to find one of their eleven locations across the DFW metroplex and experience care that puts seniors at the center of being well.Support the showPC Home Health:www.mypchomehealth.comInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/thejourneyoutpod?igsh=djNjbWNrc2F2czQ3&utm_source=qr Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61568597744080&mibextid=wwXIfr&rdid=38fbA21LxqTLyg99&share_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fshare%2F1EWejFfkog%2F%3Fmibextid%3DwwXIfr# TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thejourneyoutpodcast?_t=ZP-8v0jXdyHnDS&_r=1 The Journey Out Website:https://thejourneyout.buzzsprout.com/

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