Previous Speaking Engagements
Dr. Mara interviewed alone by Cyndi Mariner and Cindy Gum on All Things Caregiving: Breathing Spaces
Dr. Mara Karpel spent years working in nursing homes, but nothing could truly prepare her for becoming her own mother’s advocate. In this powerful conversation, Mara shares the emotional journey of navigating a healthcare system that often left her feeling unheard and unsupported. When doctors recommended hospice care for her mother, Mara trusted her instincts and courageously pushed for additional treatment and support. Her determination to advocate, ask questions, and ensure her mother’s voice was heard ultimately changed the outcome.
Interview on: All Things Caregiving
Dr. Mara was part of a panel interview. Her topic was Advocating for Your Elderly Loved One in an Ageist Healthcare System.
My Interview on Isabel Melgarejo’s Podcast – Discussing Ageism in Healthcare
Thanks to Isabel Melgarejo for the opportunity to discuss what I'm quite passionate about...navigating ageism in the healthcare and longterm care systems while advocating for your loved one!! You can watch and listen right here at this link: A Time to Care - The...
Dr. Mara Karpel Panel Discussion with Robbie Samuels
I had the pleasure of participating in a panel discussion with Robbie Samuel! It was great! You can hear it right HERE!
Wednesday, February 28: Dr. Mara was interviewed by Marsha Joiner and You Can Hear The Podcas HERE
The job of advocating for a loved one who is immersed in the healthcare system or in long-term care is a necessary one. Without loving advocates, those who cannot speak for themselves, especially older adults, often suffer the consequences of ageism and ableism, leading to a quality of life that is less than ideal and, even, ending of the life of someone who still has more stories to tell. Advocacy is love and Dr. Mara discussed with Marsha Joiner her advocacy experiences, her recommendations based on these experiences, and more.
Christiana Egi Interviews Dr. Mara on Forever Young Podcast – Living the Passionate Life
Christiana Egi, R.N., and Cherrie, interviewed Dr. Mara Karpel this week as they talk about her book The Passionate Life: Creating Vitality and Joy at Any Age, on the Forever Young biweekly podcast about health and wellness.
Dr. Mara was interviewed by Gudjon Bergmann for his podcast
Dr. Mara was interviewed by Gudjon Bergmann for his podcast about Living a Passionate Life No Matter Your Age. And you can hear it right here!
New Book by Dane Reid/Foreword by Dr. Mara Karpel
I’m excited and honored to have written the Foreword for Dane Reid’s wonderful new book.
October 2022: Interview about “The Passionate Life” by Ottawa Book Expo
On October 17, 2022, Dr. Mara was interviewed by the Ottawa Book Expo about her book, The Passionate Life: Creating Vitality & Joy at Any Age. You can now watch the YouTube video of this interview or listen to the podcast right here!
Monday, August 29, 2022 – Dr. Mara Speaks on Uniper – The Passionate Life: Creating Vitality and Joy at Any Age
Speaking Engagements
Arrange to have Dr. Karpel speak to your organization. Many groups, communities, and companies have benefited from having insights into the process of aging and the care involved.