All Home Care Matters
All Home Care Matters is an informative podcast and YouTube show that helps viewers and listeners learn about resources, tips, & discussion on all things home care.
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Conscious Caregiving with L & L "Dementia and Denial"
11/19/2024
Conscious Caregiving with L & L "Dementia and Denial"
Conscious Caregiving with L & L is "Tackling the Tough Conversations." The topic of this episode is "Dementia & Denial" featuring hosts Lori La Bey and Lance A. Slatton. Lori La Bey: Lori La Bey is the founder of Alzheimer’s Speaks and is co-founder of Dementia Map global resource directory and the co-host of Conscious Caregiving with L & L. Lori’s mother who lived with dementia for 30 years. Her goal has always been to shift dementia care from crisis to comfort around the world. She offers a variety of free resources to educate, empower, connect, and decrease stigmas; helping families and professionals live graciously alongside dementia. Lori is an international speaker known for her multiple platforms and training programs. Lance A. Slatton - known as "The Senior Care Influencer"": Known as “The Senior Care Influencer” Lance is a Writer, Author, Influencer, and Healthcare professional with over 20 years in the healthcare industry. Lance A. Slatton is a senior case manager at Enriched Life Home Care Services in Livonia, MI. He is also host of the award winning podcast & YouTube channel All Home Care Matters and Co-Host of Conscious Caregiving with L & L with Lori La Bey along with The Care Advocates and The Caregiver's Journal. Lance's book, "The All Home Care Matters Official Family Caregivers' Guide" was the recent recipient of the 2024 International Impact Book Awards.
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"INFLAMED" with Co-Authors Anne E. Belden & Paul Gullixson
10/31/2024
"INFLAMED" with Co-Authors Anne E. Belden & Paul Gullixson
All Home Care Matters and our host, Lance A. Slatton were honored to welcome Anne Belden, Paul Gullixson, and Beth Eurotas-Steffy as guest to the show. About "Inflamed": “Inflamed” is a story about the abandonment of more than 100 senior citizens at a luxury senior living complex during a catastrophic wildfire in California’s Wine Country in 2017. The book offers an hour-by-hour account of the desperate attempts by family members and others to reach and rescue their loved ones from Villa Capri, an assisted living and memory care center, and Varenna, a massive independent living community. The book then chronicles the battle for truth and accountability against the facility’s powerful owners who tried to deny what happened and silence their critics, going as far as financing a million-dollar recall of the district attorney who investigated the botched fire evacuation. About Anne Belden: Anne Belden runs the journalism program and advises the newsroom at Santa Rosa Junior College. Before teaching, she spent 18 years as a journalist, working as a reporter and editor on the San Francisco Peninsula where her news, feature, and investigative articles were recognized by the California Newspaper Publishers Association, San Francisco Peninsula Press Club, and Parenting Publications of America. Anne holds a bachelor’s degree in mass communication from UCLA and a master’s degree in media studies from Stanford University. She lives in Sebastopol, California. About Paul Gullixson: Paul Gullixson is a seasoned journalist with more than 35 years of experience working for West Coast newspapers, including The Press Democrat, the San Francisco Chronicle and other Bay Area newspapers. As columnist and editorial writer for The Press Democrat, he played a key role in the newspaper winning the 2018 Pulitzer Prize for coverage of the October 2017 fires. Paul currently serves as Communications Manager for the County of Sonoma. He lives in Santa Rosa, California.
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Cheryl Beversdorf Host & Producer of Aging Matters
10/22/2024
Cheryl Beversdorf Host & Producer of Aging Matters
All Home Care Matters and our host, Lance A. Slatton welcome Cheryl Beversdorf as our guest to the show. About Cheryl Beversdorf: A Vietnam era Veteran, registered nurse, former not-for-profit association executive, and public communications specialist, Cheryl Beversdorf produces and hosts AGING MATTERS Radio, weekly radio programs and podcasts offering interviews with guests who talk about aging related topics of interest to older adults, their care partners, and families. Cheryl also produces and hosts AGING MATTERS TV Show, featuring interviews with experts about aging issues that include demonstrations of how aging related subjects benefit older adults’ lives, and stories of life of guests who talk about how their life experiences made a difference to them and to their community. Cheryl is a member of the Board of Directors of Arlington Neighborhood Village (ANV), a volunteer-driven, non-profit organization dedicated to helping older residents age in place. She chairs the ANV Communications and Marketing Committee and hosts ANV’s weekly Coffee and Conversation program. Before AGING MATTERS, Cheryl partnered with an elder mediation attorney to create Talking About the Tough Stuff, interactive dramatizations and commentary for families needing to have difficult conversations about aging issues. She also helped establish Epilogue LLC, which offered support groups to help men and women over age 50 find new jobs or reinvent themselves in retirement. About AGING MATTERS Podcast and Radio Show: The weekly radio program presents individuals with expertise about a broad array of aging related topics. The show is broadcast on podcast sites and made available for downloading on grassroots community radio stations affiliated with Pacifica Network. Produced in an interview format, guests educate and inform listeners about timely topics that impact the lives of older adults and their families. The program's focus is to help ensure longer and healthier lives for older adults. About AGING MATTERS TV Show: The TV Show offers interviews with aging experts and includes demonstrations of how aging related subjects benefit the lives of older adults and their families. A series of programs called “Stories of Life,” showcases guests who share ways their lives made a difference to them and to their community.
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Pamela Mills Associate Director of Care Management for Corewood Care
10/11/2024
Pamela Mills Associate Director of Care Management for Corewood Care
All Home Care Matters and our host, Lance A. Slatton were honored to welcome Pamela Mills as guest to the show. About Pamela Mills: Pamela Mills, Associate Director of Care Management for Corewood Care holds master’s degrees in Counselor Education and Management of Aging Services. She holds certifications as a care manager through the National Academy of Certified Care Managers and as a Certified Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia Care Trainer with the National Council of Certified Dementia Practitioners. She is also an advanced professional with the Aging Life Care Association. With over 30 years in the field of aging services, Pamela guides people living with cognitive change, through the journeys of caregiving and receiving, where each person can feel independence, comfort, joy, and achievement. In addition to spending time with family, Pamela enjoys kayaking, photography, volunteering, and tending to the flock of backyard fowl and household animal companions. About Corewood Care: Corewood Care, founded in 2016 by Mary O’Donoghue, is an expanding home care and care management agency serving older adults in Virginia, Maryland, and Washington, D.C. Mary's background as a certified nursing assistant (CNA) and her personal experience with her father's early-onset dementia have deeply influenced her approach, making Corewood a trusted partner in the community. Initially, Corewood was a one-person operation, with Mary herself providing care to the first clients. She collaborated with local schools to recruit younger adults passionate about senior care. These individuals offered light assistance and companionship, making it easier for clients to transition to more comprehensive care when needed. Corewood’s innovative approach of integrating care management services—initially seen as a risky move—proved beneficial, setting the agency apart in the industry. Mary’s collaborative attitude fostered partnerships with other care managers and home care agencies, enhancing Corewood’s reputation and credibility. As the company grew, so did its team. Her CNA training helped her build strong relationships with the care team. Additionally, the Company is committed to caregiver satisfaction, highlighted by benefits like 401k plans, contributes to a positive work environment and better care for clients. Corewood Care stands out for its personalized, relationship-driven approach, its collaborative spirit within the industry, and its proactive, forward-thinking strategies that keep it ahead of industry trends.
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Introducing The Care Advocates with Lance A. Slatton & Sharon's Son, George
09/29/2024
Introducing The Care Advocates with Lance A. Slatton & Sharon's Son, George
The Care Advocates is a new YouTube & Podcast show from the All Home Care Media team that will focus on providing family caregivers and their loved ones with support, resources, and discussion on the issues facing them in the matrix of long-term care. About Lance A. Slatton: Lance A. Slatton is an author, writer, host, producer, healthcare professional for over 20 years, and renownedly known as "The Senior Care Influencer". Lance A. Slatton is the host of the Award-Winning podcast & YouTube show All Home Care Matters. He is also a senior case manager at Enriched Life Home Care Services in Livonia, MI. Lance was also named a 50 under 50 for 2023 and received the distinction as the Top Influencer for Healthcare and Advocacy for 2024. Lance is also a columnist for multiple healthcare and news websites and print. About Sharon's Son, George: Dr. George Ackerman (Sharon’s son) is from Brooklyn, N.Y. Now residing in Florida, he works in the fields of law, police, and education. George lost his mother, Sharon Riff Ackerman on 1/1/2020 due to Parkinson’s Disease. George wanted to honor his mother and continue to help in the Parkinson’s awareness cause and did not know how to bring change. We started TogetherForSharon® as a family for the purpose of keeping my mother, Sharon Riff Ackerman’s, memory alive and to share the message of Parkinson’s Awareness and hope for a cure. Today reaches thousands of individuals across the country for PD Awareness. George currently interviews individuals throughout the Parkinson’s community including various foundations, caregivers, and Parkinson’s warriors to help share their stories and causes. Connect with Lance A. Slatton: Official Website: Official Website for All Home Care Matters: Connect with Sharon's Son, George: Official Website:
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The Caregiver's Journal Lance A. Slatton with Cindy -PT & Christina -ST "Finding Care" Chapter 6
09/17/2024
The Caregiver's Journal Lance A. Slatton with Cindy -PT & Christina -ST "Finding Care" Chapter 6
The Caregiver's Journal hosted by Lance A. Slatton with Cindy (PT) & Christina (ST) Hardin-Weiss. The Caregiver's Journal is the show where we are sharing the caregiving experiences, stories, and wisdom of family caregivers. Chapter 6 - "Finding Care": In this journal entry, we welcomed Michelle Stevens who shared her caregiving journey and how she is "Finding Care". About Michelle Stevens: Michelle Stevens spent 20 years as a caregiver, with the last 13 focused on dementia care, helping elderly patients with Alzheimer’s and Lewy Body Dementia. The past three years were especially intense for her as she cared for her mom full-time during her fight with LBD, staying with her until the very end. Since 2016, she has also gained expertise in ostomy care after her mom had her bladder removed due to cancer, which added an extra layer of complexity to her dementia care. Michelle's goal is to share her experiences to guide and support others on this difficult journey. She wants to be an advocate for both patients and caregivers, bringing some ease and calm to the process. Through her work, she hopes to turn her own painful experiences into something positive, helping others navigate their way with empathy and understanding. Connect with Michelle Stevens: Instagram: @dementia_caregiver_chronilces YouTube: @dementiacaregiverchronicles Email: About Cindy (PT) & Christina (ST): Cindy graduated in 1992 with a Master’s Degree in Physical Therapy from Washington University in St Louis, MO. The majority of her career has been spent in Home Healthcare. She is passionate about helping people maintain their independence, especially when it makes a difference in their ability to remain in their homes. Christina graduated from Eastern Illinois University with a Master’s degree in Communication Disorders & Science. She spent most of her career treating patients in skilled nursing facilities. She enjoys working with individuals who have dementia and educating their families. She also likes helping people who have difficulty eating, chewing, and swallowing due to illness or disease. Cindy and Christina are the founders of Adaptive Equipment Caregiving Corner (AEC). Visit the Official Site for Adaptive Equipment Caregiving Corner(AEC): About Lance A. Slatton: Lance A. Slatton is a dedicated Writer, Author, Influencer, and seasoned Healthcare professional with a rich background spanning over 20 years in the healthcare industry. As a beacon of knowledge and support in the realm of senior care, Lance’s journey is not just a career but a calling to make a meaningful difference in the lives of families, caregivers, and their loved ones as they navigate the complexities of long-term care. Lance was named a "50 Under 50" in 2023 by the NYC Journal. Lance's show All Home Care Matters has won multiple awards for its advocacy and impact in helping caregivers and those in the long-term care space. Connect with Lance A. Slatton: Official Website: Connect with All Home Care Matters: Official Website:
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Conscious Caregiving with L & L - "Nutrition & Seniors"
09/12/2024
Conscious Caregiving with L & L - "Nutrition & Seniors"
Conscious Caregiving with L & L is "Tackling the Tough Conversations." The topic of this episode is "Nutrition & Seniors" and features an All-Star Panel. Dr. Helena Popovic MBBS (Australian equivalent of MD) Company - Outwitting Alzheimer’s: Dr. Helena Popovic MD is a leading authority on improving brain function, an Australian family physician, and 10-year care-partner for her father who had mixed Alzheimer’s and vascular dementia. She has written two best-selling books about their adventure with dementia, and she teaches health professionals, people living with dementia, and members of the public how to stay as sharp at age 90 as they were at age 30. Her philosophy is that education is more powerful than medication, and she believes in growing bolder rather than older. Kerry Mills Rutland, Founder, Health Coach, Advocate at Age Well Simply, LLC: Kerry Mills Rutland, MPA, is a National Board-Certified Health & Wellness Coach (NBC-HWC) with nearly 20 years of experience in dementia care. A specialist in the Bredesen Protocol, she focuses on preventing and reversing cognitive decline through personalized care. Kerry’s expertise has led to appearances on major platforms like PBS’s The News Hour with Paul Solman and CBS alongside Dr. Max Gomez, where she has shared her insights on dementia care. Her extensive background includes leadership roles in Alzheimer's care, founding Engaging Alzheimer's LLC, and contributing to groundbreaking research with the Brain Health & Research Institute. In 2021, Kerry launched Age Well Simply to integrate lifestyle medicine into cognitive health. She has authored award-winning books and continues to be a passionate advocate for transforming dementia care through education, training, and innovative strategies. Lance A. Slatton and Lori La Bey Co-Host and Produce Conscious Caregiving with L & L.
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Jonathan Hunt-Glassman CEO and Co-Founder of Oar Health
09/10/2024
Jonathan Hunt-Glassman CEO and Co-Founder of Oar Health
All Home Care Matters and our host, Lance A. Slatton were honored to welcome Jonathan Hunt-Glassman CEO and Co-Founder of Oar Health as guest to the show. About Jonathan Hunt-Glassman: Jonathan Hunt-Glassman is the CEO and co-founder of Oar Health. Jonathan founded Oar Health after struggling with alcohol misuse for more than 15 years before taking back control over alcohol with help from medication. Before founding Oar, Jonathan held healthcare strategy leadership roles at Humana, Optum and Bain & Company. About Oar Health: Oar Health is a telehealth platform that simplifies access to a daily pill to drink less. Oar has helped more than 35,000 members get started with safe, effective, FDA-approved medication that helps them drink less or quit alcohol altogether.
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An Interview with Sarah Cart Author of "On my Way back to You"
09/06/2024
An Interview with Sarah Cart Author of "On my Way back to You"
All Home Care Matters and our host, Lance A. Slatton were honored to welcome Author Sarah Cart as guest to the show. Writer Sarah Cart shares how she became one of 39 million Americans taking care of an ailing loved one in ON MY WAY BACK TO YOU, One Couple’s Journey through Catastrophic Illness to Healing and Hope (Forefront Books; April 2, 2024). “My husband, Ben, just past his mid-fifties, was irrepressibly healthy and energetic until, suddenly, he wasn’t.” In suspenseful and heart-rending detail, Cart recounts how, beginning with an incurable autoimmune disease, her husband developed one life-threatening condition after another. As each month passed, she felt her best friend, this brilliant businessman, successful entrepreneur, and energetically engaged and organized father to their four sons, slipping away, until eventually they received devastating news: Ben needed a heart transplant. But that was only the tip of the iceberg. Two weeks after the COVID-19 lockdown, they realized Ben’s body was shutting down and his only hope was to get on the list and get that transplant now—in the midst of a pandemic. About Sarah Cart: Sarah Cart was raised and educated in New York and New England and wrote for multiple local publications while she and her husband, Ben, raised four sons in northeastern Ohio. Upon becoming empty nesters, the two moved to the Florida Keys, but they returned every summer to the Pennsylvania Poconos, where each had lifelong family connections. Then came COVID-19. The pandemic, combined with Ben’s health issues, necessitated their sheltering in place in Florida for the entirety of 2020. In the wake of Ben’s undergoing miraculous lifesaving measures, they have been afforded the unanticipated gift of a future and, more than ever before, relish time spent with family and friends.
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Norman McNamara Founder of the Purple Angel Foundation
08/29/2024
Norman McNamara Founder of the Purple Angel Foundation
All Home Care Matters and our host, Lance A. Slatton were honored to welcome Norman McNamara the founder of the Purple Angel Foundation as our guest to the show. About Norman McNamara & the Purple Angel Foundation: The Purple Angel was born on 12th January 2012. It was formed as a steering group to try and make Torbay the first dementia-fNorrm began by asking his local shop staff to read 2 pieces of information so that they could better support people with dementia and their carers. He wrote the “Guide to Understanding Dementia” and put that together with “What is Dementia” written by our Alzheimer’s Society. Two weeks later he returned and, if staff had read, awarded a Purple Angel Logo for their window. Through Facebook, Norrm met many who wanted to join in. The purple angel was named because Norrm fondly refers to his wife Elaine as “his angel”! On the 16th of November, 2013, the first 50 worldwide ambassadors were inaugurated in Paignton, Devon, UK. There are now well over 1000 ambassadors, all with their own teams of volunteer-friendly resorts in the country. Norman McNamara a resident of Torbay, Devon, UK was diagnosed with dementia at only 50 years of age. Whilst out shopping one day he was rudely spoken to by a shopkeeper and decided to change the way people see dementia and treat others. Many towns in the UK began raising awareness with The Purple Angel, taking the information to their local shops and businesses. On a Facebook “Dementia Aware” page many others began to form dementia-friendly communities and were inspired by the success of the project. Many Purple Angel Dementia Action Alliances now have their own steering groups and the word is spreading to other areas. It became apparent that many other organizations needed to be included such as hospitals, first responders, rescue services, schools, scouts, etc. and resources were developed to address different situations. A book was written for young school children by Max Wallack in the USA and is being translated into other languages by Purple Angel ambassadors and talks held in schools so that our young can grow up understanding dementia. In places new memory cafes were organised and events took place across the world for the new Dementia Awareness Day fundraising for dementia charities all year. Many countries across the globe joined in the campaign and Dementia Friendly Communities started up together with Memory Cafes and other initiatives. Connect with Norman McNamara and the Purple Angel Foundation: Official Website for the Purple Angel Foundation: Visit the Official Website for Lance A. Slatton: Visit the Official Website for All Home Care Matters:
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"A Kids Book About Long-Term Care" with Author Jenny Abeling & Illustrator Mary Matthews
08/16/2024
"A Kids Book About Long-Term Care" with Author Jenny Abeling & Illustrator Mary Matthews
All Home Care Matters and our host, Lance A. Slatton were honored to welcome the team behind the book "A Kids Book to Long-Term Care" Author Jenny Abeling & Illustrator Mary Mattews as guests to the show. About Jenny Abeling: Jenny Abeling brings two decades of unwavering dedication to advocacy and caring for our communities. A seasoned healthcare executive and nationally recognized force, she has relentlessly championed the rights of vulnerable communities, leaving an indelible mark on programs and communities nationwide. As a long-term care leader, she is a champion for older Americans and has earned recognition for her exceptional efforts in advocating for those often left unseen and unheard. Recently, she pioneered the Essential Worker Healthcare Program which is a first-in-the-nation effort to lift up the health and wellness of long-term care workers. In every campaign, every program, and every endeavor, Jenny continues to prove that change is not just possible -- it's inevitable under the guidance of a visionary leader. About Mary Matthews: Mary Matthews is a communications creative with expertise in television, digital arts, branding, and marketing. With over 18 years of experience creating content and running creative communications for nonprofits, advocacy campaigns, and corporate clients, Mary delivers compelling production work to every project she takes on. Her impactful storytelling, strong work ethic, and distinct sense of humor produce highly creative projects that resonate across a variety of industries and platforms. About Gal Pal Productions: Gal Pal Productions was launched by two highly creative, accomplished, and driven advocates deeply committed to lifting the voices of the often unseen and unheard through impactful visual storytelling. Co-founders and Executive Producers, Jenny Abeling and Mary Matthews, work tirelessly to prioritize and elevate intergenerational narratives into the larger cultural conversation through film, video, photography, illustration, graphic arts, and publications.
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The Caregiver's Journal Lance A. Slatton with Cindy (PT) & Christina (ST): Chapter 5 "Finding Support"
08/14/2024
The Caregiver's Journal Lance A. Slatton with Cindy (PT) & Christina (ST): Chapter 5 "Finding Support"
The Caregiver's Journal hosted by Lance A. Slatton with Cindy (PT) & Christina (ST) Hardin-Weiss. The Caregiver's Journal is the show where we are sharing the caregiving experiences, stories, and wisdom of family caregivers. Chapter 5 - "Finding Support": In this journal entry, we welcomed Laurette Klier who shared her caregiving journey and how she is "Finding Support". About Laurette Klier: Laurette Klier is the founder of NANA’S BOOKS, a treasury of art and literature pairings in approachable, adaptive formats, mindfully designed to meet the needs of people living with brain change and their communities of care. A career educator, Laurette saw that her mother-in-law, ‘Nana Mary’, who was living with Lewy body dementia had entirely abandoned her daily newspapers and large print books, and decided to try her hand at creating books that Nana could read and enjoy once again. Because NANA’S book was such a hit, Laurette kept making more books, with topics requested by neighbors and friends who were also living with cognitive change. Based in nostalgia, the resonant themes struck such a chord with elders in life review, a common thread began to appear: books that honor identity and give elders the visual and auditory cues they need empower them to reminisce and converse with ease. Now with 40 books in print and digital libraries, Laurette is focused on getting the word out to families, communities, and libraries seeking to re-ignite lifespan reading and unite generations. Laurette holds master’s and undergraduate degrees from Boston College, in education and speech communications. She is a Certified Dementia Practitioner (CDP) certified senior advisor (CSA), certified in individual Cognitive Stimulation Therapy (iCST) and Habilitation Therapy, and is finishing up her Engagement Leader Certification with Teepa Snow’s Positive Approach to Care. NANA’S BOOKS have received a 2021 Maude’s Award for Innovation in Making Connections, a 2023 National Service to Seniors Award from CSA, and a 2023 National Mature Media Award for Innovation in Digital Resources for Caregivers. About Cindy (PT) & Christina (ST): Cindy graduated in 1992 with a Master’s Degree in Physical Therapy from Washington University in St Louis, MO. The majority of her career has been spent in Home Healthcare. She is passionate about helping people maintain their independence, especially when it makes a difference in their ability to remain in their homes. Christina graduated from Eastern Illinois University with a Master’s degree in Communication Disorders & Science. She spent most of her career treating patients in skilled nursing facilities. She enjoys working with individuals who have dementia and educating their families. She also likes helping people who have difficulty eating, chewing, and swallowing due to illness or disease. Cindy and Christina are the founders of Adaptive Equipment Caregiving Corner (AEC). Visit the Official Site for Adaptive Equipment Caregiving Corner (AEC): About Lance A. Slatton: Lance A. Slatton is a dedicated Writer, Author, Influencer, and seasoned Healthcare professional with a rich background spanning over 20 years in the healthcare industry. As a beacon of knowledge and support in the realm of senior care, Lance’s journey is not just a career but a calling to make a meaningful difference in the lives of families, caregivers, and their loved ones as they navigate the complexities of long-term care. Lance was named a "50 Under 50" in 2023 by the NYC Journal. Lance's show All Home Care Matters has won multiple awards for its advocacy and impact in helping caregivers and those in the long-term care space. Connect with Lance A. Slatton: Official Website:
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Conscious Caregiving with L & L - "Myths, Stigmas, Lies, & Seniors"
08/09/2024
Conscious Caregiving with L & L - "Myths, Stigmas, Lies, & Seniors"
Conscious Caregiving with L & L is "Tackling the Tough Conversations." The topic of this episode is "Myths, Stigmas, Lies, & Seniors" and features an All-Star Panel. Samuel A. Simon, known as the "The Dementia Man" is a Playwright, Producer, and Actor: Samuel A. (Sam) Simon started his career in Washington, DC as a lawyer for Ralph Nader’s first advocacy group in 1970. He then spent 25 years as head of a public affairs firm. In that work, he was often in the news, appearing on Face The Nation, Phil Donahue Show, Oprah Winfrey Show, Good Morning America, and many more. Sam calls his playwriting and theatre work is 4th Age. His first play, The Actual Dance, Love’s Ultimate Journey Through Breast Cancer, toured from 2013 to the present. In 2021 The Actual Dance was turned into an award-winning biography. In 2018, Sam was diagnosed with mild cognitive impairment or MCI. In 2022, he was diagnosed with early-stage Alzheimer’s disease. He began documenting his journey with Alzheimer’s in 2023 by writing a new play, Dementia Man, An Existential Journey, which debuted with a performance at the Capitol Fringe Festival that same year. Sam lives in Mclean, Virginia, with his wife Susan. They have two adult children and four grandchildren. Sam’s work in law and theatre has been recognized by his inclusion in Who’s Who in American Law and, in 2023, Who’s Who in America. Tracy Cram Perkins, Author: Tracy Cram Perkins, is a four-time dementia caregiving survivor with sixteen-years of experience caring for four family members with dementia. She is the author of Dementia Home Care: How to Prepare Before, During, and After. Dementia Home Care. She teaches hands-on solutions for reducing repetitive questions, melt downs, and wandering. She includes tips using simple, inexpensive fixes found at hardware and office supply stores. Lance A. Slatton and Lori La Bey Co-Host and Produce Conscious Caregiving with L & L.
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Lance A. Slatton Author of "The All Home Care Matters Official Family Caregivers' Guide"
07/31/2024
Lance A. Slatton Author of "The All Home Care Matters Official Family Caregivers' Guide"
All Home Care Matters host, Lance A. Slatton speaks with Marianne Sciucco & Christy Byrne Yates from AlzAuthors about his book "The All Home Care Matters Official Family Caregivers' Guide" and the motivation behind the book. About the Book: At the heart of every family is the profound bond shared with our aging parents, a bond that becomes both clearer and more delicate as the sunset of their lives approaches. "The All Home Care Matters Official Family Caregivers' Guide" is a beacon of wisdom, meant to guide you through the complexities and emotional tides of becoming a caregiver. This pivotal guide is your ally, from witnessing the early signs of your parents needing assistance to managing the crescendo of their medical and emotional needs. About Lance A. Slatton: Lance A. Slatton is a dedicated Writer, Author, Influencer, and seasoned Healthcare professional with a rich background spanning over 20 years in the healthcare industry. As a beacon of knowledge and support in the realm of senior care, Lance’s journey is not just a career but a calling to make a meaningful difference in the lives of families, caregivers, and their loved ones as they navigate the complexities of long-term care. Lance’s passion for helping others was the guiding light that led him to become a Senior Case Manager at Enriched Life Home Care Services, where he has been instrumental in providing care and support to those in need. His dedication to the field extends beyond his day job, as Lance has taken his commitment to a global audience through his award-winning podcast and YouTube channel, All Home Care Matters, as well as co-hosting The Caregivers Journal with Cindy and Christina of AECorner, as well as Conscious Caregiving with L&L alongside Lori La Bey. Beyond the accolades, Lance’s work is fueled by a genuine desire to empower individuals and families facing long-term care challenges. He leverages his platform to share crucial information, resources, and support, ensuring no one feels alone in their journey. His involvement with the Board of Directors for a senior center in Monroe County, Michigan, further illustrates his commitment to community engagement and support at the grassroots level. Connect with Lance A. Slatton: Official Website:
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Bruce McIntyre, CEO of the Oklahoma Parkinson's Alliance & Kristin Rossi, CEO of the Michigan Parkinson Foundation
07/25/2024
Bruce McIntyre, CEO of the Oklahoma Parkinson's Alliance & Kristin Rossi, CEO of the Michigan Parkinson Foundation
All Home Care Matters and our host, Lance A. Slatton were honored to welcome Bruce McIntyre, CEO of the Oklahoma Parkinson's Alliance and Kristin Rossi the CEO of the Michigan Parkinson Foundation as guests to the show. About Bruce McIntyre: Bruce McIntyre serves as the CEO of the Oklahoma Parkinson’s Alliance. He is the author of five books: Receiving Peace, Thrive Anyway, Parkinson Positive, Graceful Transitions, and Resilient Life. Bruce shares his expert guidance and warm humor with thousands of people each year. He has keynoted such events as the 2016 National Caregiving Conference in Chicago, the 2019 Regional Caregiver Conference SW, as well as over 100 disease conferences, caregiving gatherings, and church events. As a caregiver for his wife since 2004, Bruce understands the world of chronic illness and caregiving. He earned a Master of Divinity in 2002 and has led the Caregiver Fundamentals Project in Oklahoma City and served family caregivers as a church, business, and nonprofit leader. You can learn more about him at BruceMcIntyre.com. The Oklahoma Parkinson’s Alliance works to inspire hope and transform life for people with Parkinson’s in Oklahoma. With offices in OKC, Tulsa and Lawton, the Alliance offers almost 90 support, exercise and voice groups across the state as well as free family consultations, education events and research opportunities. . About Kristin Rossi: Kristin Rossi is the Chief Executive Officer of the Michigan Parkinson Foundation. Kristin has spent the last 16 years in nonprofit leadership. She earned her Masters of Public Administration with a focus on nonprofit management from Western Michigan University and has worked with various areas of the nonprofit sector from university foundations to the social sector to arts and culture and currently a statewide voluntary health foundation. Prior to taking the helm at the Michigan Parkinson Foundation, Kristin worked for many years at the Alzheimer’s Association where she developed a passion for neurodegenerative diseases, the effect they have on families, and the importance of ensuring that families and caregivers connect with community resources and support so that no one feels isolated or alone. She loves working with and learning from older adults and is committed to supporting healthy aging initiatives across the state of Michigan and beyond. Kristin believes that the nonprofit sector truly has an opportunity to make a difference in people’s lives and has dedicated her career to making in impact in this arena. In her free time, Kristin enjoys reading, all things Italian, traveling and spending as much time as possible with her husband and two small children.
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Exploring Geri-Gadgets with Founder Angela Fairhurst
07/23/2024
Exploring Geri-Gadgets with Founder Angela Fairhurst
All Home Care Matters and our host, Lance A. Slatton were honored to welcome Angela Fairhurst the Founder & CEO of Geri-Gadgets as guest to the show. About Angela Fairhurst: Angela Fairhurst is a seasoned entrepreneur with a passion for innovation. As the CEO and Founder of Geri-Gadgets®, Angela has carved out a niche in the realm of senior care with her groundbreaking patented products. Angela's expertise spans multiple domains; She’s a seasoned television and event producer, and an Executive in Charge of Production at Fairhurst Productions, Inc, and former Executive Director of the Chambers Group, a consumer products marketing firm. Now she's bringing her wealth of experience and creativity to the forefront of dementia care. About Geri-Gadgets®: Geri-Gadgets® leads the way in providing safe, sensory, and sustainable silicone products tailored for individuals with Alzheimer's, dementia, and cognitive issues. Our innovative solutions redefine caregiving by enhancing engagement, minimizing fall risks, providing caregiver relief and improving behaviors. These groundbreaking solutions come in three distinct patented buckets, each tailored to address the unique needs of these adults. From the hands-on stimulation of the manipulatives in the Fidget Gidget Bucket to the sustainable and stimulating pieces of the Shapes Bucket, and the therapeutic sensory colorful flowers, leaves and vase of the Flower Bucket, Geri-Gadgets® offers a comprehensive approach to enhancing well-being. With a commitment to non-pharmacological methods, Geri-Gadgets® offers transformative options to support individuals and their caregivers, bringing joy and improving quality of life for all concerned. Connect with Lance A. Slatton: Official Website: Connect with All Home Care Matters: Official Website:
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The Association for Frontotemporal Degeneration (AFTD) with Esther Kane & Debbie Elkins
07/16/2024
The Association for Frontotemporal Degeneration (AFTD) with Esther Kane & Debbie Elkins
All Home Care Matters and our host, Lance A. Slatton were honored to welcome Esther Kane and Debbie Elkins from The Association for Frontotemporal Degeneration (AFTD). About The Association for Frontotemporal Degeneration (AFTD): Online at theaftd.org, AFTD is the largest national nonprofit devoted to providing resources to help families affected by FTD today, and advancing research to foster accurate diagnosis, treatments, and a cure. Our volunteer founded organization – driven by thousands of volunteers and donors – reflects a community's profound determination to #endFTD. With the FTD Disorders Registry, we are proud to partner with families, researchers, biopharma companies, state and federal policymakers, and health professionals across the country to improve care for people and families facing FTD – efforts that could ultimately be importance to all facing dementia or neurodegenerative disease. About Esther Kane, MSN, RN-CDP: Esther Kane, MSN, RN-CDP joined AFTD as its Director of Support and Education in November 2020. Previously, Esther served as Director of Wellness at CareOne Management, a company that provides elder-care services throughout the Northeast U.S. She brings clinical, educational, managerial, and marketing skills along with a passion for quality care for those who are living with neurological conditions. Her work reflects a strong commitment to the importance of education and training throughout the spectrum of diagnosis and delivery of quality care. At AFTD, Esther ensures that support services and educational programs advance early diagnosis and improve access to quality care and effective support, and that that clinical information provided to healthcare professionals and the AFTD community is current and evidence-based. Debbie Elkins, RN and AFTD Ambassador for West Virginia: After her husband’s journey to an FTD diagnosis, Debbie became an AFTD volunteer and hosted her first Food for Thought fundraiser. With a passion to raise awareness in her community and to make connections with others in rural areas of West Virginia and southeast Ohio, Debbie was invited to become an Ambassador in 2023. Working with AFTD staff, she began provider outreach visits hoping to connect the local medical community and others to AFTD. As a registered nurse, Debbie hopes to use her voice to bring FTD awareness to the public, provide education, and point families to the “gold mine” of resources and support that AFTD offers.
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Conscious Caregiving with L & L "Dementia Influencers"
07/10/2024
Conscious Caregiving with L & L "Dementia Influencers"
Conscious Caregiving with L & L is "Tackling the Tough Conversations." The topic of this episode is "Dementia Influencers" and features an All-Star Panel. Norman McNamara, Living with Dementia, Founder of the Purple Angel Rev. Katie Norris, Montessori Based Dementia Care Practitioner, Owner of Recourse Coaching: She is a Trauma-Informed Montessori dementia care specialist for 14 years and is an AMI Montessori for Aging and Dementia Practitioner. She is the primary author of Creative Connections in Dementia Care and she teaches Montessori care to family members, care communities, and home health agencies. She is also a family dementia care partner as her father has Alzheimer’s and her mother had Lewy Body Dementia. Vicki de Klerk-Rubin, Executive Director of the Validation Training Institute: Vicki de Klerk-Rubin is the Executive Director of the Validation Training Institute and a certified Validation Master Teacher. She is the author of Validation Techniques for Dementia Care and Validation for First Responders. Together with her mother Naomi Feil, the founder of the Validation method, she co-authored the revisions of Validation: The Feil Method and The Validation Breakthrough. Dr. Jennifer Bute, Living with Dementia, International Advocate: Dr Jennifer Bute, worked in Africa as a doctor before working as a GP for 25 years involved in medical education. And was an honorary lecturer at Southampton university, She had to take early retirement when diagnosed with dementia but continues to use her skills She speaks at conferences, on radio, and has been spoken on International radio and appeared on UK television programmes raising awareness and understanding of dementia. She passionately believes more can be done to improve both the present and the future for those living with dementia. Her book ‘Dementia from the Inside". Mary Underwood, Dementia Care Specialist. Founder of Empowermentia: Mary Underwood is a social worker who has been in the field of memory care for over 35 years. She has worked in a variety of settings including home care, adult day programs, assisted living and nursing homes. Over the years, she has developed innovative programs and training sessions. Cyndy Luzinski, Executive Director of Dementia Together - MS, RN, L® Practitioner: Cyndy Hunt Luzinski is an advanced practice nurse with a nursing background which ranges from critical care to community case management. In honor of her dad, she founded Dementia Together, a nonprofit organization in Northern Colorado which offers education, enrichment, and hope. Laurie Scherrer, International Advocate, DAA Executive Board Member and Programs Director: Laurie Scherrer was diagnosed with Early Onset Alzheimer's & FTD at the age of 55. Unable to continue a professional career she turned her focus towards helping others through their dementia journey. Laurie serves on the Dementia Action Alliance Board of Directors. She is an international speaker and has been featured in many articles and documentaries. Debbie DeMoss Compton, CEO & Founder, The Purple Vine LLC: Debbie Compton is a three-time caregiver for parents with different forms of Dementia. She is a Certified Caregiving Consultant and Advocate, Educator for the Alzheimer’s Assoc., speaker, and author of 10 books. Debbie founded The Purple Vine, whose mission is to empower caregivers to reduce stress, block burnout, and laugh again. Debbie’s latest work is a collaboration book titled The Caregiver’s Advocate, A Complete Guide to Support and Resources, produced by Brave Healer Productions and available for purchase in early July 2024. Ellen Belk, BC-DEd, CDP, Silver Living Strategist. Founder of Keep In Mind, Inc. & Creator of The Keep In Mind Dementia Education Community: Ellen Belk is a board-certified Dementia educator, Holistic Dementia care solutions expert and founding owner of Keep In Mind, Inc. A sought after web-educator & Keynote speaker, Ellen has over 22 years of professional leadership in long term living operations combined with 24 years (and still counting) of primary family caregiving for both of her parents. Join Ellen on the 'Keep In Mind Dementia Education Community', where her mission is to Elevate the Global Dementia IQ - one Student at a Time! Isabelle Mumby, Commercial Manager, Mumby’s Live-in Care: I sabelle Mumby is the daughter of Trevor Mumby MSc. MBASW. AGPA (USA) and Commercial Manager at Mumby’s Live-in Care, a family-run specialist Live-in care provider in Oxfordshire, UK. Trevor is a co-director of Mumby’s Live-in Care, a recognized psychoanalyst, counsellor, and dementia publications author. To learn more about this topic and the panel read the article that encompasses this episode here: Lance A. Slatton and Lori La Bey Co-Host and Produce Conscious Caregiving with L & L.
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The Caregiver's Journal Lance A. Slatton with Cindy (PT) & Christina (ST): Chapter 4 "Navigating Care"
07/07/2024
The Caregiver's Journal Lance A. Slatton with Cindy (PT) & Christina (ST): Chapter 4 "Navigating Care"
The Caregiver's Journal hosted by Lance A. Slatton with Cindy (PT) & Christina (ST) Hardin-Weiss. The Caregiver's Journal is the show where we are sharing the caregiving experiences, stories, and wisdom of family caregivers. Chapter 4 - "Navigating Care": In this journal entry, we welcomed Lisa Nigro who shared her caregiving journey and how she is "Navigating Care". About Lisa Nigro: Lisa Nigro has always served marginalized communities, beginning with her work in the Chicago Police Department and continuing with her work in founding the Inspiration Corporation, which has served the homeless community of Chicago for the last 30 years. Currently, she is a full-time caregiver to her son, who suffered a brain injury in 2015, leading her to advocate for the disabled community. In 2010, Lisa was awarded the Presidential Citizens Medal for her ongoing community work and has been featured in magazines such as People, Mirabella, and, most recently, Parade. She has proven that one person can lead the way to making a difference in the lives of others.
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Eric Kolb Co-Founder of Songs & Smiles
07/03/2024
Eric Kolb Co-Founder of Songs & Smiles
All Home Care Matters and our host, Lance A. Slatton welcome Eric Kolb as a guest to the show. Eric Kolb and his wife, Sheryl, founded Songs & Smiles in 2020. Building on lessons learned during their own experience caring for Sheryl’s mom, Trish, the couple started the nonprofit organization to help families navigate the challenges of the Alzheimer’s journey. Eric and Sheryl met and got married during college in Illinois. They have lived in the Dallas-Fort Worth area since 1994. As the organization’s Executive Director, Eric oversees day-to-day operations. He has presented more than 800 in-person singalong shows at care homes, and his online singalong videos are enjoyed by people around the world. Eric has been singing his whole life: in choirs, in musicals, at church, at weddings, and at numerous sporting events. Eric previously worked in public relations and publishing, including positions at ClubCorp Publications and the Texas Rangers Baseball Club. He brainstormed with former co-workers to develop Joyful Memories, a dementia-friendly magazine.
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Katie Kristofic Family Caregiver & Founder of The Carefullist
06/27/2024
Katie Kristofic Family Caregiver & Founder of The Carefullist
All Home Care Matters and our host, Lance A. Slatton welcome Katie Kristofic as guest to the show. An entrepreneurial spirit, Katie Kristofic has always been drawn to companies and projects with a greater purpose. She founded The Carefullist in 2023, providing an online social community, resources, and support for family caregivers after her caregiving journey ended when her mom passed away from Alzheimer’s Disease. Katie has over 20 years of marketing communications experience, including 15 years in Pharma and Biotech leading teams in strategic and promotional marketing, public relations, and crisis communications management. Katie previously held sales and regional account management positions with medical book and supply distribution companies. She has a BA in Communication Studies from West Chester University and a Corporate Communications Certification from Cornell University. In addition to her passion for leveling the caregiving playing field, Katie enjoys comedy, baking, and spending time with her family. About The Carefullist: Caring for a family member is the ultimate act of love. We know, we've been there. It can also be challenging and lonely. We've been there, too. As a matter of fact, that's how The Carefullist began. As the saying goes, when there is a diagnosis there are actually two new patients; the person receiving care and the person giving it. We share carefully vetted caregiving resources and tips, in addition to personal takes on grief, how that process often starts far before a loved one passes away, and how grief can occur with any life-altering change. Everyone who finds themselves in the role of caregiver, as someone else’s “person”, deserves to have somewhere to turn that makes the journey go just a little bit smoother, feel a little less daunting, and hopefully, a lot less lonely. We imagine a time when the resources and support family caregivers need are not only at their fingertips, but also found easily and come strongly recommended by trusted Carefullists who have walked this path before.
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Stephen Tweed CEO of Leading Home Care & Founder of CEO Forum
06/25/2024
Stephen Tweed CEO of Leading Home Care & Founder of CEO Forum
All Home Care Matters and our host, Lance A. Slatton welcome Stephen Tweed as guest to the show. Stephen Tweed, CSP, is an internationally known health care and business strategist, award winning professional speaker, prolific author, and strategic business coach. He has spent the last three decades working with home care companies that want to grow and with leaders who want to get ready for the future. Currently, he is CEO of Leading Home Care … a Tweed Jeffries company, and Founder of the Home Care CEO Forum. Stephen has authored or co-authored seven books written specifically for the home care industry. His most recent book, Conquering the Crisis: Proven Solutions for Caregiver Recruiting and Retention was published in August 2017 by Red Letter Publishing. Stephen is also the editor and publisher of the industry’s leading electronic newsletter, Home Care CEO Report. As Founder of the Home Care CEO Forum, Stephen has organized and facilitated five Home Care CEO Mastermind Groups, where leaders of top tier home care companies come together to share ideas, solve problems, and support one another. Currently, there are over 50 companies in these five groups representing the Top 10%, Top 7%, and Top 5% of independent home care companies in the US. Stephen brings a unique perspective as a consultant, speaker, and author in the post-acute care sector. He has served on the boards of directors of three not-for-profit home health care companies and an award winning inpatient rehab hospital. He has been the Interim President and CEO of a $25 million home care company. He is also a consumer of homecare, as the father of an adult son who is physically disabled, lives in a wheelchair, and uses the services of home care on a daily basis. No other speaker in America brings this unique experience to Conquering the Caregiver Recruiting and Retention Crisis.
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Poetry for the Dementia Journey - An AlzAuthors Anthology
06/15/2024
Poetry for the Dementia Journey - An AlzAuthors Anthology
All Home Care Matters and our host, Lance A. Slatton welcomed AlzAuthors to the show to learn about their new book "Poetry for the Dementia Journey - An AlzAuthors Anthology". Marianne Sciucco - Co-Founder of AlzAuthors: Marianne Sciucco is not a nurse who writes but a writer who happens to be a nurse, using her skills and experience to create stories that bear witness to the humanity in all of us. She writes contemporary, women's and young adult fiction. With more than 20-years’ experience as a staff nurse and case manager, she's worked with countless families dealing with issues related to aging, elder care, Alzheimer's, and dementia. In 2002, she put the two together and began writing about the intricate lives of people struggling with health and family issues. She published her debut novel, "Blue Hydrangeas, an Alzheimer's love story," in 2013 to glowing reviews. This book led her to become a co-founder and manager of AlzAuthors, the global community of authors writing about Alzheimer's and dementia from personal experience to light the way for others. Started by three women who had each written a book about dementia in 2015, there are now more than 350 author contributors. She is the producer and host for Untangling Alzheimer’s and Dementia, an AlzAuthors Podcast. When not writing she works as a campus nurse at a community college in New York's Hudson Valley. Ann Campanella - Manager and Director of AlzAuthors: Ann Campanella is a former magazine and newspaper editor. She is the author of two award-winning memoirs and four collections of poetry. Her writing has appeared in newspapers, magazines, literary journals and online sites across the country and around the world. Her first memoir, Motherhood: Lost and Found, tells the story of her mother’s descent into Alzheimer’s at the same time Ann was trying to become a mother and dealing with a series of miscarriages. This memoir was named “One of the best Alzheimer’s books of all time,” by Book Authority two years in a row. Celiac Mom, Ann’s second memoir, tells the story of her daughter’s celiac diagnosis and her family’s transition to a gluten-free lifestyle and has become a “go-to” resource for those with celiac. Two of Ann’s poetry books, What Flies Away and The Beach Poems, capture poignant moments of living with and loving someone with dementia. Ann is a manager and director of AlzAuthors, a nonprofit organization representing hundreds of books about Alzheimer’s and dementia. In 2018, she was recognized by her hometown newspaper as one of the Most Influential Women in her community for her work promoting Alzheimer’s awareness. Ann and her husband live on Lake Norman in North Carolina and enjoy nightly sunsets. Sue Fagalde Lick - Caregiver & Author: Sue Fagalde Lick, who lives on the Oregon coast, has published three poetry chapbooks, Gravel Road Ahead, The Widow at the Piano, and Blue Chip Stamp Guitar, and a full-length collection, Dining Al Fresco with My Dog. Her prose books include Stories Grandma Never Told, Childless by Marriage, and No Way Out of This: Loving a Partner with Alzheimer’s. When not writing, she plays music wherever people will listen.
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Christina Keys Founder and CEO of Keys for Caregiving
06/13/2024
Christina Keys Founder and CEO of Keys for Caregiving
All Home Care Matters and our host, Lance A. Slatton welcomed the CEO and Founder of Keys for Caregiving, Christina Keys to the show to share how she is supporting family caregivers. Christina Keys chased the American dream. She had a successful career, traveled, was financially stable, healthy and happy then on March 16,2013 at 3:42 everything changed. Her mother had a life changing stroke and was given 1% chance to live. She instantly went from career woman to caregiver. Within 3 years of caregiving for her mother she was financially, emotionally, mentally and physically bankrupt. The doctors told Christina She would be lucky to live 6 months if that. Her body was literally shutting down from the stress of caregiving and trying to do it alone. She had a choice to make, figure out how to change her life and live while caring for her mother or give up and start making arrangements on how her mother would be cared for after her death. She chooses to live and not only change her life but now helps to change the lives of caregivers who struggle while caring for loved ones. Turning a mess into a message and making it her mission to make sure caregivers everywhere are seen, heard valued and appreciated and are Never Alone, She founded and ran a award winning local nonprofit called “Loving Them Forward” was the Director of Community Growth for a National company where she created and lead a team of almost 200 Caregiving Champions in cities all across the US. She is now a National Speaker and Advocate as well as the Founder and CEO of Keys For Caregiving where she is Connecting businesses, organizations, and Family Caregivers to collectively transform the Care Space community and amplify our voices for change. Christina cared for her mother from until she passed for almost a decade from 2013-Dec 2022. Keys for Caregiving offers: • Consulting services • Community Building • Speaking and advocacy services for press, media, film, podcasts, etc. • Caregiver Event project management and execution • Education and Training for caregivers and businesses • Fractional leadership • Caregiver support and concierge services
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Conscious Caregiving with L & L - "Mental Health & Seniors"
06/06/2024
Conscious Caregiving with L & L - "Mental Health & Seniors"
Conscious Caregiving with L & L is "Tackling the Tough Conversations." The topic of this episode is on "Mental Health & Seniors" and features an All-Star Panel. Dr. Linda Ganzenmuller, Doctor of Psychology: Dr. Ganzenmuller is a Doctor of Psychology and president of Supportive Psychological Services of Long Island, where she has dedicated most of her career to focusing on Senior Citizens and their caregivers. She is the author of the Tiny Professors series of children's therapy books intended to help children and the adults in their families cope with life's most difficult challenges, which includes having a loved one with Alzheimer's; and Grief over the death of a loved one. She currently practices on Long Island, New York caring for adults of all ages, with the hopes of helping at each stage and teaching the generations to learn how to understand, support, and rely on one another through the years. Olivia Block, Registered Nurse in Minnesota: Olivia Block is a Registered Nurse in Minnesota. Most recently she has been practicing as Director of Nursing in an Independent, Assisted Living and Memory Care community and part-time as a hospice nurse. Her heart is in working on helping seniors continue to feel valued and whole as they adapt to changes in their lives. Christina Keys, Owner and Founder of Keys for Caregiving: Christina Keys went from a career woman to a caregiver on March 16,2013. Her mother had a life-changing stroke and was given a 1% chance to live. Within 3 years of caregiving for her mother, she was financially, emotionally, mentally, and physically bankrupt. The doctors told Christina She would be lucky to live 6 months if that. Her body was literally shutting down from the stress of caregiving. She had a choice to make, figure out how to change her life while caring for her mother or give up and start making arrangements on how her mother would be cared for after her death. Christina chooses to live and not only change her life but now helps to change the lives of caregivers all across the US. Her mission is to make sure caregivers everywhere are seen, heard, valued, appreciated, and Never Alone, She founded and ran an award-winning local non-profit, and was the Director of Community Growth for a National company. She created and led a team of almost 200 Caregiving Champions in cities across the US. She is now a National Speaker and Advocate as well as the Founder and CEO of "Keys For Caregiving" Christina cared for her mother until she passed from 2013 to Dec 2022. Lance A. Slatton and Lori La Bey Co-Host and Produce Conscious Caregiving with L & L. Visit their website at: To learn more about Lance A. Slatton and Lori La Bey you can visit their websites. Connect with Lance A. Slatton: Official Website: Official Website for All Home Care Matters: Connect with Lori La Bey: Official Website: Official Dementia Map Website:
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A Day at the Frenchtown Adult Day Center in Monroe, Michigan
06/03/2024
A Day at the Frenchtown Adult Day Center in Monroe, Michigan
All Home Care Matters and our host, Lance A. Slatton spent a day at the Frenchtown Adult Center in Monroe, Michigan. Many family caregivers are unfamiliar with what an adult day center is and what resources are available to them through adult day centers. Many people hear the word ‘dementia’ and wonder what it is, described as a set of symptoms that may include memory loss and difficulties with thinking, problem-solving, or language. Often these issues are small to start with and can become severe enough to affect daily life. Dementia is often time associated with Alzheimer’s disease, while this is true, Alzheimer’s is the cause of dementia, just like a series of strokes can lead to dementia. Discover how the Frenchtown Adult Day Service program supports the individual and his/her Caregiver. Connect with the Frenchtown Adult Day Center in Monroe, Michigan: Connect with Lance A. Slatton:
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"Releasing the Butterfly: A Love Affair in Four Acts" with Author Max Sherman
05/25/2024
"Releasing the Butterfly: A Love Affair in Four Acts" with Author Max Sherman
All Home Care Matters and our host, Lance A. Slatton sat down for an in-depth interview with Max Sherman the author of the book "Releasing the Butterfly: A Love Affair in Four Acts". Max Sherman, with a notable career in public service and academia, has served as a Texas State Senator, President of West Texas State University, and Dean of the LBJ School of Public Affairs. His leadership roles also include President of the National Association of Schools of Public Affairs and Vice President of the Harry S Truman Scholarship Foundation. Active on several boards, including the Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary, Sherman is also the author of "Barbara Jordan: Speaking the Truth with Eloquent Thunder". About "Releasing the Butterfly: A Love Affair in Four Acts": Three years since its initial release, Releasing the Butterfly: A Love Affair In Four Acts, authored by former Texas State Senator Max Sherman and his wife, Gene Alice, continues to make a profound impact on individuals and families dealing with Alzheimer's disease. The book, which has been celebrated for its raw and honest depiction of life as a caregiver for someone with Alzheimer's, brings a much-needed focus to the often-overlooked experiences of caregivers. Since its publication, Releasing the Butterfly has become more than a book; it's evolved into a movement of awareness and empathy for the millions of Alzheimer's caregivers worldwide. It tells the captivating story of Max and Gene Alice, who met as teenagers in a Texas Panhandle jail, forging a bond over shared interests in literature and the arts. Raised in humble, blue-collar families, their relationship matured in the 1950s, evolving into a partnership of mutual respect and equality. This decades-long love story, rooted in a strong foundation of education and faith, faces its greatest challenge when Gene Alice is diagnosed with Alzheimer's. The narrative beautifully captures their enduring love and resilience, showing how deep bonds can withstand even the most heartrending trials. The book has received acclaim from healthcare professionals, Alzheimer's advocacy groups, and readers alike. It has sparked conversations about the critical role of caregivers in the journey of Alzheimer's, leading to greater recognition and resources for those in this challenging role. Visit the Official Website of All Home Care Matters: Visit the Official Website of Lance A. Slatton:
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An Interview with Senior Care Technology Pioneer Jack York
05/16/2024
An Interview with Senior Care Technology Pioneer Jack York
All Home Care Matters and our host, Lance A. Slatton were honored to welcome the pioneer of senior care technology Jack York as guest to the show. Jack York is a pioneer in the field of technology and aging. He co-founded It’s Never 2 Late (in2l) in 1999, a company dedicated to helping older adults realize the full benefits of engagement technology. With a 15-year background in the Silicon Valley, he saw a vast potential in utilizing technology to foster these connections. Jacks experience at iN2L left him thirsty to capture more of the stories of residents living in senior living communities. To that end, in 2022 Jack launched Talegate, a company 100% focused on capturing the stories of the remarkable residents living in senior living communities, and that staff that brings the heart. Through mini-documentaries and whimsical drives interviewing elders, TaleGate changes the perception of senior living and aging. Jack has a passion for changing the paradigm and the stereotypes for aging, especially stereotypes tied to people living with dementia. His work has been recognized by the Wall Street Journal, NPR, and dozens of senior living publications. Connect with All Home Care Matters: Official Website: Connect with Lance A. Slatton: Official Website:
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The "Dementia LIVE" Experience with Age-u-cate
05/07/2024
The "Dementia LIVE" Experience with Age-u-cate
All Home Care Matters and our host, Lance A. Slatton welcomed Laura Ellen Christian and Jessica Smith of AGE-u-cate as guests to the show for a special demonstration of their "Dementia LIVE" experience. About Laura Ellen Christian - President: Laura Ellen comes to AGE-u-cate with 17 years of experience in the senior living industry. She began her career as an Activity Director for a senior living community, which quickly led to the opportunity to an expand her reach. For the past 14 years she has led The Arbor Company in the development and implementation of comprehensive dementia training programs for care partners and innovative engagement programs for seniors at large. “As evident in my tenure with the Arbor Company, I take pride in aligning myself with well-rounded, compassionate people. I quickly found that connection with the AGE-u-cate team several years ago and feel fortunate to open the next chapter of my career with this organization.” Laura Ellen leads the strategic development of AGE-u-cate’s brand awareness, product accessibility across market channels and quality collaborative partnerships. She is a graduate of the University of Georgia and lives in Smyrna, GA with her husband and two boys. About Jessica Smith - Director of Senior Living Initiatives: Jessica comes to AGE-u-cate with 12 year's of experience in the senior care industry. She started in home care as Marketing Director, to leadership positions including managing dementia care units and becoming a licensed nursing home administrator in Ohio and Michigan. She knows that education is a powerful tool for both family members and caregivers to advocate for their loved ones in their later years and is excited to be a resource to other senior living leaders and their communities by working with the AGE-u-cate team. Her passion for the seniors in her community began with a close relationship to her grandfather and a desire to give back to those who deserve a dignified life in their aging years. She graduated from Ohio University, where she met her husband. They have two young children and enjoy living the country life in rural Northwest Ohio. About AGE-u-cate: Welcome to AGE-u-cate Training Institute! We impact people, organizations, and communities with powerful dementia training, innovative life engagement solutions and dynamic partner collaborations. Since 2015, together with our program partners, AGE-u-cate training and education programs have impacted over 2 million people both nationally and internationally. Our programs focus on elevating quality of life for elders, especially those living with dementia and their care partners. AGE-u-cate 5 solutions: Dementia Live, Compassionate Touch, REVEAL Aging online learning courses, Intergenerational Arts Programming for People Living with Dementia and Flashback. About Dementia LIVE: Dementia Live® is a high impact, dementia simulation experience that immerses participants into life with dementia, resulting in a deeper understanding of what it’s like to live with cognitive impairment and sensory change. This program is offered through a train the trainer model, training Dementia Live® Coaches who are empowered to train and educate internal staff, family caregivers, healthcare professionals and the community-at-large. As a training institute, AGE-u-cate supports all program partner with ongoing education and resources to connect Dementia Live® to business goals and desired outcomes.
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Conscious Caregiving with L & L "Legalities & Seniors"
05/03/2024
Conscious Caregiving with L & L "Legalities & Seniors"
Conscious Caregiving with L & L is "Tackling the Tough Conversations." The topic of this episode is on "Legalities & Seniors" and features an All-Star Panel. Mary Farquhar - CEO of Roger Fisher’s Care: Mary Farquhar started as a colleague to her husband, Roger Fisher when he was diagnosed with Mild Cognitive Impairment in October 2018. As Roger’s disease progressed to Alzheimer’s, Mary reluctantly promoted herself to CEO of Roger Fisher’s Care. Attorney Ramsey Bahrawy: Attorney Ramsey Bahrawy has 43 years experience as an Estate Planning and Elder Law Attorney. During that time he has advised countless clients (individuals and families) in both simple sophisticated estate planning strategies. He also advises families with special needs, whether children or adult, on estate planning matters. Attorney Bahrawy represents elders and caregivers to plan for future or, in some circumstances, an immediate need for institutional medical care. In this regard, Attorney Bahrawy assists elders in protecting assets in order to qualify for Medicaid, making or adjusting estate plans such as Wills, Trusts, and Advance Directives, administering estates, guardianship of elderly persons, and financial elder abuse. Attorney Bahrawy is a former member of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys Deborah Snyder – Care Partner for Her Husband and Aging & Disability Resource Center Specialist: Deborah Snyder is a Care Partner in her husband’s care who is experiencing brain change with Behavioral variant Frontotemporal Dementia (BvFTD). He was diagnosed in 2019, and life changed. She is a Certified Independent Consultant with Positive Approach to Care, Teepa Snow, and has worked in the arena of senior care and aging resources since 2017. Deborah presently works for North Star Counsel on Aging as an Aging & Disability Resource Center (ADRC) Specialist. Lance A. Slatton and Lori La Bey Co-Host and Produce Conscious Caregiving with L & L. Visit their website at: To learn more about Lance A. Slatton and Lori La Bey you can visit their websites. Connect with Lance A. Slatton: Official Website: Official Website for All Home Care Matters: Connect with Lori La Bey Official Website: Official Dementia Map Website:
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