Saluting Caregivers
From Shocked to “We Don’t Have Time for Parkinson’s”
Lianna Marie, founder of AllAboutParkinsons.com, describes what it was like when her mom was diagnosed with Parkinson's: "I was in my mid teens at the time, and I had not noticed anything "wrong" with my mom, so when she told us she had Parkinson's disease, it was an absolute, complete shock."
Diagnosed with Parkinson’s? Learn about The Parkinson’s Path
AllAboutParkinsons.com founder Lianna Marie has written a book about the emotional journey for those living with a chronic illness like Parkinson's. People share similar frustrations, sadness, and loss. Lianna's book presents the 30 most common emotions that they went through together, how they worked through them, and what they did about them. She then offers some practical ways to get through each of the challenges.
Kid Caregivers, Part 4
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...
Kid Caregivers, Part 3
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.
In this...
Kid Caregivers, Part 2
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.
In this...
Kid Caregivers, Part 1
When Hailey Richman was 4 years old, her grandmother was diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease. Her grandmother was her best friend, and Hailey felt isolated....
Caregiver Resources, with Jim Koewler
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.
Family Caregiving, Part 4: Financial Concerns with Daphne Davis
What is the job description of a family caregiver? In this segment, Daphne Davis at Pinnacle Senior Placements focuses on changes in financial management...
Family Caregiving, Part 3: Legal Concerns with Daphne Davis
What is the job description of a family caregiver? In this segment, Daphne Davis at Pinnacle Senior Placements focuses on the legal side of...
Family Caregiving, Part 2: Healthcare Concerns with Daphne Davis
What is the job description of a family caregiver? Often a caregiver is overwhelmed by medical terminology. In this segment, Daphne Davis at Pinnacle...
