July is National Sandwich Generation Month as we celebrate family caregivers who are caring for two generations simultaneously – younger children and older parents or grandparents. In this episode we are focusing on how the Sandwich Generation can find self-care for...
Sherri Snelling
Season 2, Episode 10 – Show Notes and Resource Links
June is National Home Safety Month and National Alzheimer’s and Brain Health Awareness Month. Sherri talks to Ken Deering, CEO of iGuard Home Solutions about how to prevent fires in the kitchen especially for our older loved ones who may have dementia. Ken Deering -...
The Language of Dads – Bruce Willis and Aphasia
For Father’s Day Sherri reports on Bruce Willis and what is aphasia? Plus communicating with fathers and her personal dad story.
Biophilic Design On a Budget
Biophilic home design budgets don’t have to bust your piggy bank
Season 2, Episode 9 – Show Notes and Resource Links
May is both Older Americans Month and National Small Business Month where we spotlight two start-up businesses that are making shopping for caregivers and older adults easier, better and more affordable. Host Sherri Snelling talks to Bianca Padilla, CEO/Founder of...
Season 2, Episode 8 – Show Notes and Resource Links
May is Older Americans Month, Mental Health Awareness Month, Military Families Month and Mother’s Day! We talk to radio host, Shawn Perry from “The Senior Zone” about issues facing older adults and his caregiving for his mom. And as an Air Force veteran, Shawn shares...
Caregiver Shopping Trends
With 53 million family caregivers influencing or making 80% of the purchases for older adults, traditional shopping is changing to accommodate caregiver needs. Sherri writes on the trends and innovations happening to make shopping easier for caregivers. The Latest...
How a New Mental Health Issue – Solastalgia – Could be Affecting Your Older Loved One
Solastalgia is a mental health issue of older adults that family caregivers need to understand – learn more about how our environments play a key role in our health and wellness
Season 2, Episode 7 – Show Notes and Resource Links
Since April is National Stress Awareness Month and April 30 is National Pet Therapy Day, our guest interview is with Ted Fischer, Founder and CEO of Ageless Innovation and its line of “Joy for All Companion Pets.” Ted talks about the therapeutic effect of robotic pets...
Biophilic Home Design Fuses Nature and Neuroscience
Well home design includes principles of biophilic design – where nature meets neuroscience
Season 2, Episode 6 – Show Notes and Resource Links
April is National Humor Month so the perfect guest for this episode is Kelly Conway, author of a new book about growing up with and caregiving for her famous comedian father, “My Dad’s Funnier Than Your Dad – Growing Up with Tim Conway in the Funniest House in...
Creating Care Culture At Work
1 in 6 employees are also caregivers for older loved ones. Read about the trends in the workplace to support these valuable employees.