Caregiving can take many forms. In today’s interview we talk to a mom who has been the primary caregiver for her severely disabled daughter since she was three months old and then took on the responsibility of caring for her aging mother when s

Episode 6: When Dementia Means Anger and Aggression

Apr 4th, 2018 29m 35s

It is heartbreaking to watch a loved one slip away as dementia worsens. It is devastating when those personality changes are expressed as anger directed at the caregiver.

Episode 5: Living With Parkinsons

Mar 29th, 2018 41m 37s

Learn how one couple has thrived despite a Parkinson’s diagnosis over twenty years ago.

Episode 4: Caregiving in a Challenging Relationship

Mar 1st, 2018 23s

Lori cared for her elderly mother until she passed away a couple months ago. Theirs had always been a difficult relationship for Lori, but the act of caregiving enabled her to see it - and herself in a new light.

Episode 3: Don’t Stop Moving

Mar 1st, 2018 32s

Steve Lopes is a personal trainer who specializes in working with older adults. He offers a number of ways to make 'exercising' easier and stresses the importance of keeping your body moving - no matter your age or physical condition.

Episode 2: Living With Dementia

Mar 1st, 2018 20m 1s

In our first episode we heard from Karen who provides much assistance to her father, Wayne, who suffers from dementia. Today we are speaking with Karen and Wayne's wife, Helen, about the challenges she has faced as the spouse of someone with