Saluting Caregivers

Alzheimer's Speaks host Lori La Bey joins Suzanne to talk about what caregivers need most. Lori says they need to be understood, appreciated, supported, not feel alone, and have choice and a voice in how we move forward.

This month would have marked my mother’s 95th Birthday. Although she passed away almost 9 years ago, my thoughts of being her caregiver have...

Kitty Norton, creator and producer of ''Wine, Women, and Dementia,'' joins Suzanne to talk about her caregivers documentary.

We may see our parents from time to time, but over time there becomes warning signs that things just might not be right as...

Dan White at Evergreen Washelli says that all senior caregivers must go through the last stage, which is the grief and loss of our...

There are 150 million caregivers in the United States. In this segment, Jim Koewler recommends some nationwide resources for senior caregivers: Geriatric care managers, Elder law care attorneys: National Academy of Elder Law Care Attorneys, Elder law attorneys who work with care coordinators, Nationwide web resources, Elder Care decision guides, Genworth care scout, Benjamin Rose Institute on Aging, the Alzheimer's Association, and Pro Seniors.

Alzheimer's Speaks podcast host Lori La Bey talks about her new book ''Betty the Bald Chicken: Lessons in How to Care," written for kids as a children's book, as a way for parents and grandparents to teach kids how to return empathy and learn how to better connect with people.

Lori Hutson talks about redefining ourselves while being a family caregiver — exploring hobbies that provide passion and joy, connecting with others, or even considering new careers.

Kitty Norton, creator and producer of ''Wine, Women, and Dementia,'' joins Suzanne to talk more about her caregivers documentary. She describes where you can watch the movie, shares feedback she's gotten from various screenings, and updates us on the status of the film.

Suzanne Newman talks with 14-year-old Hailey Richman from Long Island, New York. Hailey is executive director for two non-profit organizations that help seniors, giving...