Fading Memories: Alzheimer's/Dementia Caregiver Support

• Unlock Affordable Elder Care Solutions with CareYaYa

  CareYaYa: A Care Lifeline for Dementia Caregivers The elder care crisis is reaching a breaking point. Families face impossible choices: skyrocketing costs, dwindling caregiver availability, and the emotional toll of inadequate support for loved ones. Traditional solutions are failing, leaving many seniors isolated and without the compassionate care they deserve. This episode dives deep into the heart of this urgent problem, examining the systemic issues that have created this crisis. But we don't just dwell on the problem; we unveil a groundbreaking solution that's redefining in-home care. Discover how a unique model is bridging the gap between families and qualified, empathetic caregivers, offering a lifeline of affordability and quality. Learn how this innovative approach is not only addressing the immediate needs of seniors but also investing in the future of healthcare, fostering meaningful connections, and offering hope in the face of a daunting challenge. Tune in to explore a new paradigm of elder care that prioritizes dignity, affordability, and human connection. Our Guest: Neal Shah (Back left) Flipping the Script Rather than accepting the status quo, we assembled a small team to create a better way powered by technology—one that makes quality care more accessible and affordable while investing in the next generation of caregivers.CareYaya flips the traditional model on its head. We bypass profit-hungry chains to connect families directly with passionate healthcare students at top universities nearby. No middlemen, just affordable care powered by tech and delivered with heart. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Related Episodes: Happy Hearts: Music Therapy for Dementia Care The Power of Neurofeedback Therapy ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Sign Up for more Advice & Wisdom - email newsletter. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Please help us keep our show going by supporting our sponsors. Thank you. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Make Your Brain Span Match Your LifeSpan Relevate from NeuroReserve With Relevate nutritional supplement, you get science-backed nutrition to help protect your brain power today and for years to come. You deserve a brain span that lasts as long as your lifespan. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Feeling overwhelmed? HelpTexts can be your pocket therapist. Going through a tough time? HelpTexts offers confidential support delivered straight to your phone via text message. Whether you're dealing with grief, caregiving stress, or just need a mental health boost, their expert-guided texts provide personalized tips and advice. Sign up for a year of support and get: Daily or twice-weekly texts tailored to your situation Actionable strategies to cope and move forward Support for those who care about you (optional) HelpTexts makes getting help easy and convenient. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ List of the Top 20 Alzheimer’s Podcasts via FeedSpot! See where we rank. Join Fading Memories On Social Media! If you've enjoyed this episode, please share this podcast with other caregivers! You'll find us on social media at the following links. Instagram LinkedIn  Facebook Contact Jen at [email protected] Or learn more at Our Website

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• Surprise! Your Employer Has Benefits to Help with Caregiving

  Working caregivers, are you feeling overwhelmed trying to balance it all? Many don't know about the resources & benefits available to them through their employers. This week, Kathy Sikorski, an elder law attorney, and Jen Fink, your host, uncover the hidden gems in your employee benefits package that can ease your caregiving burden. Discover the benefits that can give you back precious time and energy. Are you leaving money and support on the table? Tune in to find out! Additional resources mentioned in this episode: Legal Benefits Long Term Care Insurance Financial Advisor FMLA Mental Health Benefit Physical Health Benefits Our Guest: Cathy Sikorski, Esq. a Speaker, Elder Lawyer, Author and Media Guest unravels the complex financial and legal problems in the caregiving crisis.Cathy uses her own caregiver experience and expertise to educate, entertain and elevate the conversation around work, money, aging and caregiving. In October 2021, Corner Office Books released her latest book 12 Conversations: How to Talk to Almost Anyone about Long-Term Care Planning. Click below to connect with Cathy at Facebook. Or go to her website www.cathysikorski.com   +++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Related Episodes: What Every Beneficiary & Trustee Needs To Know Money Talk: How to "Have the Talk" ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Sign Up for more Advice & Wisdom - email newsletter. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Please help us keep our show going by supporting our sponsors. Thank you. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Make Your Brain Span Match Your LifeSpan Relevate from NeuroReserve With Relevate nutritional supplement, you get science-backed nutrition to help protect your brain power today and for years to come. You deserve a brain span that lasts as long as your lifespan. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Feeling overwhelmed? HelpTexts can be your pocket therapist. Going through a tough time? HelpTexts offers confidential support delivered straight to your phone via text message. Whether you're dealing with grief, caregiving stress, or just need a mental health boost, their expert-guided texts provide personalized tips and advice. Sign up for a year of support and get: Daily or twice-weekly texts tailored to your situation Actionable strategies to cope and move forward Support for those who care about you (optional) HelpTexts makes getting help easy and convenient. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ List of the Top 20 Alzheimer’s Podcasts via FeedSpot! See where we rank. Join Fading Memories On Social Media! If you've enjoyed this episode, please share this podcast with other caregivers! You'll find us on social media at the following links. Instagram LinkedIn  Facebook Contact Jen at [email protected] Or learn more at Our Website

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• Life Enhancements for Seniors - Echobox Innovation

  Echobox is a digital legacy platform designed to help families preserve their precious memories and stories. This user-friendly app allows families to create a secure, private account where they can upload photos, videos, and audio recordings, building a rich tapestry of their family history. Echobox is more than just a digital scrapbook; it's a tool that can help seniors combat social isolation and connect with loved ones by sharing their life experiences. With features designed to evoke emotional responses and trigger memories, Echobox can even be used by caregivers to improve communication and enhance the quality of life for those living with cognitive decline. Join the Echobox community today and start preserving your family legacy! ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Related Episodes: Happy Hearts: Music Therapy for Dementia Care The Power of Neurofeedback Therapy ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Sign Up for more Advice & Wisdom - email newsletter. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Please help us keep our show going by supporting our sponsors. Thank you. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Make Your Brain Span Match Your LifeSpan Relevate from NeuroReserve With Relevate nutritional supplement, you get science-backed nutrition to help protect your brain power today and for years to come. You deserve a brain span that lasts as long as your lifespan. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Feeling overwhelmed? HelpTexts can be your pocket therapist. Going through a tough time? HelpTexts offers confidential support delivered straight to your phone via text message. Whether you're dealing with grief, caregiving stress, or just need a mental health boost, their expert-guided texts provide personalized tips and advice. Sign up for a year of support and get: Daily or twice-weekly texts tailored to your situation Actionable strategies to cope and move forward Support for those who care about you (optional) HelpTexts makes getting help easy and convenient. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ List of the Top 20 Alzheimer’s Podcasts via FeedSpot! See where we rank. Join Fading Memories On Social Media! If you've enjoyed this episode, please share this podcast with other caregivers! You'll find us on social media at the following links. Instagram LinkedIn  Facebook Contact Jen at [email protected] Or learn more at Our Website

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• You ARE Enough - Work-Life Balance + Dementia Care

  Are you struggling to balance work and life while caring for a loved one with dementia? Feeling overwhelmed and depleted? In this episode of You ARE Enough, we explore practical strategies and self-care techniques to help you navigate the challenges of dementia care while prioritizing your well-being. Discover the importance of setting boundaries, asking for help, and cultivating inner resilience. Learn how to find that sense of balance amidst the demands of caregiving, and reclaim your time, energy, and sense of self. Join us as we dive into the world of work-life balance and dementia care, offering practical advice and insights to help you find a sense of peace and purpose on this demanding journey. Remember, you ARE enough! ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Related episodes: Essential Paperwork for Caregivers: What You Need to Know ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Sign Up for more Advice & Wisdom - email newsletter. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Please help us keep our show going by supporting our sponsors. Thank you. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Feeling overwhelmed? HelpTexts can be your pocket therapist. Going through a tough time? HelpTexts offers confidential support delivered straight to your phone via text message. Whether you're dealing with grief, caregiving stress, or just need a mental health boost, their expert-guided texts provide personalized tips and advice. Sign up for a year of support and get: Daily or twice-weekly texts tailored to your situation Actionable strategies to cope and move forward Support for those who care about you (optional) HelpTexts makes getting help easy and convenient. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Make Your Brain Span Match Your LifeSpan Relevate from NeuroReserve I've been focusing a lot on taking care of my brain health, & I've found this supplement called RELEVATE to be incredibly helpful. It provides me with 17 nutrients that support brain function & help keep me sharp. Since you're someone I care about, I wanted to share this discovery with you. You can order it with my code: FM15 & get 15% OFF your order. With Relevate nutritional supplement, you get science-backed nutrition to help protect your brain power today and for years to come. You deserve a brain span that lasts as long as your lifespan. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Join Fading Memories On Social Media! If you've enjoyed this episode, please share this podcast with other caregivers! You'll find us on social media at the following links. Instagram Twitter LinkedIn  Facebook Contact Jen at [email protected] Or learn more at Our Website

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• Essential Travel Hacks for Dementia Caregivers

  Travel Hacks for Dementia Caregivers: Unlock the Secrets to Stress-Free Adventures Ever dreamed of taking that family vacation, but worried about how to manage your loved one's dementia away from home? Traveling with dementia can feel daunting, but it doesn't have to mean the end of your adventures. Join us as we chat with travel expert Adriane Berg and uncover practical travel hacks specifically for dementia caregivers. We'll discuss: Planning strategies: Choosing dementia-friendly destinations and accommodations. Packing essentials: Must-have items for comfort and safety. On-the-go tips: Managing challenges during flights, car rides, and excursions. Communication techniques: Navigating potentially stressful situations with ease. Get ready to rediscover the joy of travel with your loved one! Use code agelesstraveler for a 50% Discount Speakout Communication: a 5 Minute Recipe to Move Touch and Inspire Anyone, Anywhere at Anytime Luxury Travel for Less eBook Our Guest: Adriane Berg Adriane Berg is the host of The Ageless Traveler podcast. She is a travel addict who has been to 110 countries and is passionate about helping others overcome barriers to travel. Adriane is also a United Nations representative from the International Federation on Aging and a member of the NGO Committee on Aging. The Ageless Traveler Your #1 Resource for Life Long Travel, a show dedicated to knocking down barriers to travel and providing resources and guidance for both armchair and active travelers. Adriane is author of the free eBook Caregiver's Travel Guide available free to all at https//caregiverstravelguide.com Ageless Travel Website Adriane Berg Website ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Related episodes: Caregiver Founders: Building Resources for Support Caregiver Struggles – A Supportive Alzheimer’s Novel ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Sign Up for more Advice & Wisdom - email newsletter. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Please help us keep our show going by supporting our sponsors. Thank you. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Feeling overwhelmed? HelpTexts can be your pocket therapist. Going through a tough time? HelpTexts offers confidential support delivered straight to your phone via text message. Whether you're dealing with grief, caregiving stress, or just need a mental health boost, their expert-guided texts provide personalized tips and advice. Sign up for a year of support and get: Daily or twice-weekly texts tailored to your situation Actionable strategies to cope and move forward Support for those who care about you (optional) HelpTexts makes getting help easy and convenient. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Make Your Brain Span Match Your LifeSpan Relevate from NeuroReserve I've been focusing a lot on taking care of my brain health, & I've found this supplement called RELEVATE to be incredibly helpful. It provides me with 17 nutrients that support brain function & help keep me sharp. Since you're someone I care about, I wanted to share this discovery with you. You can order it with my code: FM15 & get 15% OFF your order. With Relevate nutritional supplement, you get science-backed nutrition to help protect your brain power today and for years to come. You deserve a brain span that lasts as long as your lifespan. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ List of the Top 20 Alzheimer’s Podcasts via FeedSpot! See where we rank. Join Fading Memories On Social Media! If you've enjoyed this episode, please share this podcast with other caregivers! You'll find us on social media at the following links. Instagram Twitter LinkedIn  Facebook Contact Jen at [email protected] Or learn more at Our Website

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