The Senior Zone
The Senior Zone is the DMV’s #1 weekly radio program dedicated to empowering adults 50+ to live fuller, healthier, and more informed lives — now available on demand as a podcast.
Hosted by Shawn Perry since 2012, The Senior Zone features thoughtful conversations with trusted experts, community leaders, advocates, and everyday people doing extraordinary work in aging, health, finance, caregiving, and purposeful living. From timely resources and consumer protections to inspiration, wisdom, and real talk — this is where experience meets opportunity.
Whether you’re planning your next chapter, supporting a loved one, or simply committed to thriving beyond expectations, The Senior Zone delivers insight, clarity, and encouragement — one meaningful conversation at a time.
🎙️ New episodes weekly
📍 Originally broadcast on WYCB 1340AM (Washington, DC)
The Senior Zone
Ep. 688 | Living Longer. Living Wiser. Living Well.
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This episode originally aired live on WYCB 1340AM on Monday, January 12, 2026 at 10:00am EST.
Living Longer. Living Wiser. Living Well.
On this episode of The Senior Zone with Shawn Perry, the DMV’s #1 weekly radio program for adults 50+, we kick off 2026 with two essential conversations about aging with dignity, access to services, and intentional financial planning.
In Segment One, Shawn Perry sits down with Charon P.W. Hines, Executive Director of the DC Department of Aging & Community Living (DACL), for the first quarterly update of the year. They discuss programs, protections, and community-based resources available to older adults in Washington, DC, and how seniors can stay informed, connected, and supported as they age.
In Segment Two, the focus turns to financial planning and end-of-life readiness. Ricardo Thomas, Financial Consultant and President of Thomas-Waddell & Associates, and a leader with Compassion & Choices, shares insight on asset protection, reducing stress for families, and aligning financial decisions with personal values.
Also featured:
• Birthdays of the Week
• The weekly advice segment “Dear Grave Woman” with Joel Simone
• The Later Life Lowdown, delivering senior-focused news, programs, and announcements across DC, Maryland, and Virginia
🎙️ The Senior Zone has served the 50+ community since 2012, delivering trusted conversations on aging well, senior advocacy, health, finances, caregiving, and community engagement.
📻 Live Radio: WYCB 1340AM (Mondays, 10–11am ET)
💻 Stream Live: MySpiritDC.com
🎧 Podcast: Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, & iHeartRadio.
Thank you for listening and until we meet again…keep your head high, your heart full, and always — be someone who makes someone else look forward to their tomorrow.
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