Sondra 'Sam' Cradduck
The Gerontologist
Sam Cradduck is a gerontologist and co-host of Aging Untold.
She is an author and founder of The Living Room – Senior Care and More Than Heart, a family and caregiver training program focused on dignity-centered care.
She created Human Always – Because Dignity Doesn’t Expire, a movement providing guidance in honoring every stage of life.
We are separating facts from fiction on "fat-free" foods to help you protect your heart and make healthier grocery choices.
Hospice doesn’t have to happen inside the family home — and knowing the alternatives can take the pressure off an already difficult decision.
Protein does more than fuel muscle — it supports strength, healing and independence as we get older. But older adults can fall short on their daily needs, especially when appetite shrinks or meals get smaller.
An older loved one saying "no" to treatment can feel alarming, but it's rarely that simple. We explore what it really means and how families can navigate that choice with compassion and support.
Walking is one of the simplest tools we have for healthy aging. We are sharing practical ways to walk smarter, improve stability and boost your stamina with every step.
For some older adults, the word “therapy” carries a stigma. We examine how moving past the stigma of therapy can promote healing at any age.
The choices surrounding feeding tubes can be complex. The Aging Untold experts explain what families should understand when they are recommended and what questions to ask.
Gerontologist Sam Cradduck opens up about her lupus diagnosis, the judgment she's faced, and what she wishes more people understood about living with an invisible illness.
We are sharing practical steps to help families manage mounting medical bills and navigate debt after a health crisis.
The emotional weight of nursing can be immense, but burnout is not caused by one factor alone. Workload, staffing shortages, safety concerns, documentation demands and the loss of meaningful connection with patients are all pushing experienced nurses away from the bedside.
We break down how to figure out if you need to revisit firearm safety with an aging loved one as abilities change and how to have the conversation.
The Aging Untold experts are breaking down the Beers Criteria list, which highlights common medications that carry increased risks after age 65.
The Aging Untold experts share what grandparents need to know when they suddenly take on full-time parenting of their grandchildren — from legal guardianship to pacing your energy.
Dementia can make eating challenging for your loved one. We are offering practical strategies to help at mealtime.
We are exploring the complex world of autoimmune conditions, what happens when the immune system turns on itself and tips for managing daily life.
Losing a child is something no parent expects to face, no matter their age. We are talking candidly about why this grief is so often overlooked in older adults and where parents and families can find meaningful support.
We are exploring the mental health benefits of spending time solo and how embracing "me time" can boost your confidence and mood.
Millions of teens and young adults stepping into caregiving roles for aging family members carry a hidden weight. We are exploring why this is happening and the resources available to help.
This is how opting for out-of-pocket medical care works and why paying cash on purpose makes sense for some patients.
We look into senior discounts to see which perks are actually worth asking for and how to maximize your savings.
We are breaking down Medicare Advantage to help you navigate coverage options, costs and hidden limits.
We are breaking down what causes involuntary tremors, how to distinguish them from conditions like Parkinson's and when to consult a physician.
The Aging Untold hosts are breaking down which vitamin deficiencies are most common in older adults, what to watch for and what to ask your doctor.
We are explaining what causes kidney stones, why they're so painful and the diet and hydration habits that can help lower your risk.
Your family health history can help doctors spot medical risks early and shape a more personalized path for your care.
