Into the Pines
Into the Pines is a podcast that opens up the world of senior living through real stories, honest conversations, and practical insights. Hosted by Joe Hessley, the CEO of Pines Senior Living, the show explores the people, operations, and experiences that shape senior care — offering clarity, connection, and a behind-the-scenes look at an industry that touches every family.
Episodes
7 episodes
Aging Strong: Rehab, Wellness & The Future of Senior Living
In Episode 7 of Into the Pines, Joe sits down with Will Davis, physical therapist and senior living director at LHC Group, to discuss the evolving role of rehabilitation and wellness inside senior living communities. From falls prevention and p...
Smarter Senior Living: How Data & Analytics Are Transforming Care
In this episode of Into the Pines, Joe talks with Luke Stillson of SeniorLytics about how data is transforming senior living. They break down the key metrics that matter, common gaps in how communities use data, and real examples of be...
When the Unexpected Happens: Emergency Preparedness in Senior Living
Emergency preparedness can make all the difference when the unexpected happens. In this episode, Joe Hessley is joined by Lynn Moore, Vice President of Clinical at Pines Senior Living, to explore the key differences between senior living commun...
Love in Senior Living: Romance, Friendship & Fresh Starts
In the month of love, host Joe Hessley explores what love and relationships truly look like in senior living. From new friendships and second-chance romances to family bonds and fresh starts, this episode reflects on how connection shapes life ...
Innovation in Senior Living: Safety Tech, AI, and Connected Care
This episode of Into the Pines features Dushyanth Biyyala, Head of Growth at Sage, in a conversation with host Joe Hessley about the growing role of safety technology in senior living. They discuss how fall detection and AI-driven tool...
Inside Senior Living: What Works, What Connects, What Matters
What does it really take to create a senior living community that goes beyond day-to-day functionality and fosters genuine connection?In this episode of Into the Pines, host Joseph Hessley sits down with RJ Flowers, President of...
Welcome to Into the Pines — Why We’re Here and Where We’re Going
In the first episode of Into the Pines, host Joe Hessley, CEO of Pines Senior Living, shares how he went from passing out in a pre-med lab to becoming the CEO of Pines Senior Living. Joe reflects on discovering his passion for senior c...