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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.

Brenda Freed Co-Founder of Mackenzie Meets Alzheimer's 06/17/2026

Brenda Freed Co-Founder of Mackenzie Meets Alzheimer's All Home Care Matters and our host, Lance A. Slatton were honored to welcome Brenda Freed as guest to the show. About Brenda Freed: Brenda Freed, MA, is the co-founder of Mackenzie Meets Alzheimer’s, a family-centered educational program created to help children, parents, caregivers, and families better understand Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. With a background in music education and music therapy, Brenda brings a compassionate, creative, and accessible approach to helping families stay connected with loved ones throughout the dementia journey. Through Mackenzie Meets Alzheimer’s, Brenda helps provide meaningful tools, videos, music, activities, and guidance designed to make difficult conversations easier for children and families. Her work reflects a deep commitment to education, connection, and helping families create positive moments with loved ones living with Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia. About Mackenzie Meet Alzheimer's: The Mackenzie Meets Alzheimer’s Program (MMAP) is a family-centered, multimedia educational program designed to help parents, children, educators, and healthcare professionals navigate the challenges of Alzheimer’s disease. Created especially for families in the “sandwich generation,” it provides practical tools, guidance, and meaningful activities that support positive interactions between children and loved ones living with Alzheimer’s from diagnosis through the severe stage. The program helps children and their families stay meaningfully connected throughout the journey. At the heart of the program is the Mackenzie Meets Alzheimer’s Awareness Program (MMAAP), a 5-video educational series covering each stage of the disease, along with guidance for adults raising children while caregiving. The program also includes a quick reference guide, transcripts, and accessible audio and visual resources to support a wide range of learning needs. Importantly, the MMAAP helps children understand Alzheimer’s in age-appropriate ways and gives them simple, meaningful activities they can do with their loved one to maintain connection and nurture the relationship. Complementing the video series is the Mackenzie Meets Alzheimer’s Disease Picture Book, a gentle, child-friendly introduction to Alzheimer’s. The book follows a young girl learning how to understand and connect with her grandmother as the disease progresses. It includes a QR code for a free Story Song download whose lyrics are the text for the book—making the learning experience engaging, memorable, and accessible for young children and early readers. The complete MMAP is also a valuable resource for Adult Day Centers and Memory Care Communities, offering a ready-to-run educational program for families. It helps answer common questions proactively, reducing the need for staff to repeatedly provide the same explanations. This allows them to focus more on care and connection. Together, the program and book go beyond education—they empower families to create meaningful moments, maintain connection, and build positive memories throughout the course of Alzheimer’s and other dementias. /episode/index/show/homecarematters/id/41681085

Jennifer Spoeri Executive Director of the National Adult Protective Services Association (NAPSA) 06/15/2026

Jennifer Spoeri Executive Director of the National Adult Protective Services Association (NAPSA) All Home Care Matters and our host, Lance A. Slatton were honored to welcome Jennifer Spoeri as guest to the show. About Jennifer Spoeri, Executive Director, National Adult Protective Services Association (NAPSA): Jennifer Spoeri is the Executive Director of the National Adult Protective Services Association (NAPSA), a position she has held since August 2021. With over 18 years of experience in Adult Protective Services (APS), Jennifer brings a wealth of expertise in program development, leadership, multidisciplinary teams and advocacy for vulnerable populations. Prior to her role at NAPSA, she served as the APS Director in Philadelphia, PA, where she led the city’s APS program and secured one of the first VOCA (Victims of Crime Act) grants designated for APS. Additionally, she was an integral member of the Philadelphia Financial Exploitation Prevention Task Force and the Philadelphia Hoarding Task Force. Jennifer has long been a dedicated advocate for the APS community, having served on NAPSA's Board of Directors for five years before assuming her current role. As Executive Director, she has served on numerous advisory boards, led several major grants, and played a pivotal role in the creation and development of the National APS Training Center. She holds a bachelor’s degree in psychology from the University of Kentucky and a master’s degree in gerontology with a concentration in Healthcare Administration from Notre Dame of Maryland University. In her free time, she enjoys traveling, reading, taking art classes and spending time with family, friends, her partner Kevin and their dog, Beauregard. About the National Adult Protective Services Association (NAPSA): The National Adult Protective Services Association (NAPSA) is a national nonprofit organization that supports Adult Protective Services programs and professionals across the United States. Formed in 1989, NAPSA provides a forum for APS programs to share information, solve challenges, strengthen professional practices, and improve services for older adults and adults with disabilities who may be experiencing abuse, neglect, exploitation, or other forms of mistreatment. NAPSA’s work helps elevate the role of Adult Protective Services in protecting vulnerable adults and connecting them with support, safety, and resources. /episode/index/show/homecarematters/id/41649395

Roy Remer Author of "Zen Caregiving" 06/10/2026

Cory Fosco Author of "The Question of When: A Practical Guide to Knowing When It's Time for Assisted Living, Memory Care, or Skilled Nursing" 06/04/2026

The Care Advocates with Lance A. Slatton & Sharon's Son, George (Advocating for Care) 06/03/2026

Dr. Vicki Wright-Hamilton Founder of VWH Technology, LLC. and Creator of PeacefulCare.ai 05/28/2026

Dr. Vicki Wright-Hamilton Founder of VWH Technology, LLC. and Creator of PeacefulCare.ai All Home Care Matters and our host, Lance A. Slatton were honored to welcome Dr. Vicki Wright-Hamilton as guest to the show. About Dr. Vicki Wright-Hamilton: Dr. Vicki Wright Hamilton is the founder of VWH Technology, LLC and the creator of PeacefulCare, the AI-powered Caregiver Command Center. She's spent more than four decades in executive leadership, including time as a Chief Operating Officer, an Interim CIO, and a transformation strategist guiding senior leaders through the most disruptive technology shifts of their careers. Through her firm VWH Consulting, she works with executives navigating disruptive technology, with AI front and center right now, always keeping people first through change management and adoption. Here's how PeacefulCare came to be. As Vicki worked with leader after leader, she kept hearing the same thing under the surface. They were exhausted trying to lead at work and care for someone at home at the same time. Often a parent. Sometimes a spouse, a sibling, or a child with complex needs. Nobody was talking about it, but it was costing them everything. So she started VWH Technology, LLC and built PeacefulCare for caregivers, drawing on a lifetime of caregiving experience that started in childhood when she helped her mother care for her grandmother and great aunt. Her great aunt passed away holding her hand. She and her husband then cared for his brother for 26 years, and during a seven-year stretch she became the simultaneous primary caregiver for four additional loved ones, including one in Ohio she traveled to every three weeks. Based in Georgia, Vicki is a strategist, builder, speaker, and advocate who's lived every version of caregiving most families ever face. About PeacefulCare.ai: PeacefulCare is the AI-powered Caregiver Command Center for families managing the real work of care. Records, schedules, medications, documents, providers, appointments, patterns, risk signals, all in one place and intelligently connected. The platform lives under VWH Technology, LLC, the technology company founded by Dr. Vicki Wright Hamilton to bring AI-powered tools to the people who need them most. You can find it at PeacefulCare.ai. The company was born from two things happening at once in Vicki's life. On one side, decades of caregiving. As a child, she helped her mother care for her grandmother and her great aunt, and her great aunt passed away holding her hand. As an adult, she and her husband cared for his brother for 26 years, and during a seven-year stretch she became the simultaneous primary caregiver for four additional loved ones while raising her kids and running her career. On the other side, her work through VWH Consulting, where she advises senior executives on disruptive technology and AI adoption with a people-first lens. Leader after leader kept telling her the same quiet truth. They were trying to lead at work and care for someone at home, and the weight of doing both was breaking them. PeacefulCare was the answer to a question she kept hearing from both sides of her life. There was also one specific night that sharpened the mission. Vicki was sitting with her mother in the hospital, something shifted, she pushed, and her mother is alive today because a daughter who refused to go home saw something no system flagged and no algorithm caught. Technology can't replace the love and instinct of a caregiver. Technology should carry everything else. What sets PeacefulCare apart is the AI analytics engine, and it's watching two people at once. The loved one and the caregiver. On the loved one's side, the platform tracks wellness patterns across medications, sleep, mood, vitals, appointments, and daily behaviors, and surfaces the small signals that usually go unnoticed until they turn into a hospital visit. Sudden changes in routine. Missed doses stacking up. Lab values trending the wrong way. A quiet drop in mobility or engagement. PeacefulCare flags those patterns early, so families can act before the crisis instead of recovering from it. On the caregiver's side, the analytics measure caregiver load, the volume, intensity, and emotional weight of what one person is carrying, and the family gets alerted when the primary caregiver is heading toward burnout. Most platforms watch the patient. PeacefulCare watches the whole family system, because a caregiver who collapses can't care for anyone. PeacefulCare's promise is simple and personal. You bring the love. PeacefulCare holds everything else. /episode/index/show/homecarematters/id/41455015

Lindsay Friedman Founder of LTCareNav & CareBloom 05/26/2026

Seth Low-Tufo Chief Financial Officer & Chief Operating Officer at A Place for Mom 05/21/2026

Seth Low-Tufo Chief Financial Officer & Chief Operating Officer at A Place for Mom All Home Care Matters and our host, Lance A. Slatton were honored to welcome Seth Low-Tufo as guest to the show. About Seth Low-Tufo, Chief Financial Officer & Chief Operating Officer at A Place for Mom: As Chief Financial Officer and Chief Operating Officer of A Place for Mom, Inc., Seth Low-Tufo is focused on strengthening core operating processes and identifying opportunities to grow the business profitably. He is responsible for all aspects of the company’s Finance function, including strategic planning, investor relations, controllership, accounting, tax, liquidity management, and treasury operations. In addition, Seth is responsible for the company’s Legal, Human Resources, and Data & Analytics functions. Seth is an experienced leader with proven ability to drive transformational change. He joined A Place for Mom following more than a decade at GE. Most recently, Seth was CFO of GE’s Onshore Wind Americas business, the leading manufacturer of wind turbines in the U.S. In this role, he rebuilt the finance function and helped drive 50% revenue growth while improving operational efficiency and accountability. Earlier in his career, Seth was the Financial Planning leader for GE Capital’s $200 billion asset disposition process and head of Pricing for its $90 billion commercial lending and leasing business. Seth earned a bachelor’s degree in mathematics and economics from Wesleyan University. About A Place for Mom: A Place for Mom is the leading platform that guides families through every stage of the aging journey. We simplify the search for senior care by offering free, personalized support—and when families are ready, we refer them to partners from our network of over 15,000 senior living communities and home care agencies. Our mission is to guide caregivers and their loved ones to a confident place, so families can focus on what matters most: their love for each other. /episode/index/show/homecarematters/id/41380645

Ilihia Gionson, 2021 Dole Caregiver Fellow, Hawaii 05/14/2026

Ilihia Gionson, 2021 Dole Caregiver Fellow, Hawaii All Home Care Matters and our host, Lance A. Slatton were honored to welcome Ilihia Gionson as guest to the show. About Ilihia Gionson, 2021 Dole Caregiver Fellow, Hawaii: In Hawaiʻi, caring for the elderly is part of the native culture. So when it was time for Ilihia to care for his father Anthony, he naturally stepped into the caregiver role. Anthony was born in Hawaiʻi in 1947 and served in Vietnam in 1966 when he was 19. His time in Vietnam, with a climate and people who reminded him of home, was one of a series of transformational moments for him. Hawaiʻi had only recently become an American state, and he returned home to a mother close to the end of her life. In the decades following his return, he worked very hard for his family, including being a caregiver to his wife with a genetic kidney disorder and another son with an intellectual disability. Ilihia believes his tireless work ethic was his father’s coping mechanism for dealing with the invisible wounds of war. It was not until after Ilihia’s mother and brother passed away that Anthony transformed from the caregiver to the care recipient. Ilihia learned about his father’s post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) when his father started going to grief counseling sessions and began unpacking his invisible wounds resulting from his service. Anthony lives with Ilihia, his partner and their daughter, who all help care for him. As his father’s primary caregiver, Ilihia manages his appointments and medications, performs household chores, and listens to his father when he needs to talk. Anthony’s PTSD and anxiety make it difficult for him to participate in group activities, so Ilihia works hard to get his father out of the house, including getting him to the proper medical care and therapy. Ilihia is the Chief Public Affairs Officer of the W. M. Keck Observatory. As a fellow, he hopes to help other veterans and caregivers in Hawaiʻi and the Pacific who struggle with access to VA resources. He also hopes that by sharing his story, he will help other caregivers self-identify and seek out support. About the Elizabeth Dole Foundation: The Elizabeth Dole Foundation is the preeminent organization empowering, supporting, and honoring our nation’s 14.3 million military and veteran caregivers—the spouses, parents, family members, and friends who care for America’s wounded, ill, or injured service members and veterans. Established by Senator Elizabeth Dole in 2012, the Foundation works to empower military and veteran caregivers, their families, and their communities through programs, partnerships, and advocacy that drive innovative, impactful, and sustainable solutions. About the 11th Annual National Convening: Registration is now open for the Elizabeth Dole Foundation’s 11th Annual National Convening – and you won’t want to miss it! Join us on May 19, 2026, in Washington, D.C., at the iconic Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center, where leaders, advocates, and caregivers from across the country will come together for a powerful day of connection, conversation, and action. If you are unable to join us in-person, you can register for virtual attendance using the same link. Last year, Convening attendees helped us begin to develop the National Blueprint for Action—a practical, solutions-driven roadmap designed to strengthen support for the 14.3 million military and veteran caregivers nationwide. Now, as we officially launch that Blueprint, we commit to act—bringing together caregivers, business and industry leaders, and policymakers to advance a nationwide Culture of Caregiving. Inspired by thought-provoking plenary speakers, you will participate in interactive working sessions and breakout discussions to learn how you can make a difference. In-person attendees will also experience our dynamic Innovation Expo, featuring more than 30 organizations across military and veteran services, healthcare, and beyond. There, explore valuable resources, spark meaningful connections, enjoy a complimentary headshot, and take a moment for yourself at our chair massage station. /episode/index/show/homecarematters/id/41295380

The Elizabeth Dole Foundation's 11th Annual National Convening Preview with Elizabeth Field 05/13/2026

The Elizabeth Dole Foundation's 11th Annual National Convening Preview with Elizabeth Field All Home Care Matters and our host, Lance A. Slatton were honored to welcome Elizabeth Field as guest to the show. About Elizabeth Field, Chief Operating Officer at the Elizabeth Dole Foundation: Elizabeth Field joined the Elizabeth Dole Foundation in February 2024 as its first Chief Operating Officer. Prior to that, she served as a Senior Executive Director in the Government Accountability Office’s (GAO) Defense Capabilities and Management Team, where she led a broad body of work related to military quality-of-life issues, as well as defense management, business operations, and reform. A recognized expert on the Department of Defense, she has testified several times before Congress, and her work has been featured by various news outlets, including National Public Radio, CNN, and The New York Times. Before joining GAO in September 2017, Ms. Field served as Chief of Staff and Senior Advisor to the Under Secretary of State for Civilian Security, Democracy, and Human Rights. Ms. Field also previously served as Assistant Inspector General for Audits and Inspections at the Office of the Special Inspector General for Afghanistan Reconstruction, which was charged by Congress with conducting audits, inspections, and investigations to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of the Afghanistan reconstruction effort and to detect and deter waste, fraud, and abuse. Ms. Field’s first tenure with GAO lasted from 2002-2010, during which she worked primarily as a Senior Analyst in the International Affairs and Trade Team and conducted fieldwork in the Middle East, Africa, Asia, and Latin America. From 2000-2001, she served as a Jacob K. Javits Fellow on the Public Health Subcommittee of the U.S. Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. Ms. Field holds a Master’s Degree in Public Policy from Duke University and a Bachelor’s Degree in History from Davidson College, where she graduated cum laude. The proud daughter of an Army veteran, she lives in Washington, D.C. with her two sons, Graham and Henry (a West Point cadet), and their rescue dog, Maisie. About the Elizabeth Dole Foundation: The Elizabeth Dole Foundation is the preeminent organization empowering, supporting, and honoring our nation’s 14.3 million military and veteran caregivers—the spouses, parents, family members, and friends who care for America’s wounded, ill, or injured service members and veterans. Established by Senator Elizabeth Dole in 2012, the Foundation works to empower military and veteran caregivers, their families, and their communities through programs, partnerships, and advocacy that drive innovative, impactful, and sustainable solutions. About the 11th Annual National Convening: Registration is now open for the Elizabeth Dole Foundation’s 11th Annual National Convening – and you won’t want to miss it! Join us on May 19, 2026, in Washington, D.C., at the iconic Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center, where leaders, advocates, and caregivers from across the country will come together for a powerful day of connection, conversation, and action. If you are unable to join us in-person, you can register for virtual attendance using the same link. Last year, Convening attendees helped us begin to develop the National Blueprint for Action—a practical, solutions-driven roadmap designed to strengthen support for the 14.3 million military and veteran caregivers nationwide. Now, as we officially launch that Blueprint, we commit to act—bringing together caregivers, business and industry leaders, and policymakers to advance a nationwide Culture of Caregiving. Inspired by thought-provoking plenary speakers, you will participate in interactive working sessions and breakout discussions to learn how you can make a difference. In-person attendees will also experience our dynamic Innovation Expo, featuring more than 30 organizations across military and veteran services, healthcare, and beyond. There, explore valuable resources, spark meaningful connections, enjoy a complimentary headshot, and take a moment for yourself at our chair massage station. /episode/index/show/homecarematters/id/41282850

Conscious Caregiving with L & L "The AlzAuthors Town Hall Recap" 05/07/2026

Charles E. Wallace Jr. Author of "The Caregiver's Game: Unraveling Financial Deceit in the Shadows of Dementia" 05/05/2026

Alder Allensworth & Brenda Freed Founders of Mackenzie Meets Alzheimer's Program (MMAP) 04/30/2026

Alder Allensworth & Brenda Freed Founders of Mackenzie Meets Alzheimer's Program (MMAP) All Home Care Matters and our host, Lance A. Slatton were honored to welcome Alder Allensworth & Brenda Freed the founders of Mackenzie Meets Alzheimer's Program (MMAP) as guests to the show. About Mackenzie Meets Alzheimer's Program (MMAP): The Mackenzie Meets Alzheimer’s Program (MMAP) is a family-centered, multimedia educational program designed to help parents, children, educators, and healthcare professionals navigate the challenges of Alzheimer’s disease. Created especially for families in the “sandwich generation,” it provides practical tools, guidance, and meaningful activities that support positive interactions between children and loved ones living with Alzheimer’s from diagnosis through the severe stage. The program helps children and their families stay meaningfully connected throughout the journey. At the heart of the program is the Mackenzie Meets Alzheimer’s Awareness Program (MMAAP), a 5-video educational series covering each stage of the disease, along with guidance for adults raising children while caregiving. The program also includes a quick reference guide, transcripts, and accessible audio and visual resources to support a wide range of learning needs. Importantly, the MMAAP helps children understand Alzheimer’s in age-appropriate ways and gives them simple, meaningful activities they can do with their loved one to maintain connection and nurture the relationship. Complementing the video series is the Mackenzie Meets Alzheimer’s Disease Picture Book, a gentle, child-friendly introduction to Alzheimer’s. The book follows a young girl learning how to understand and connect with her grandmother as the disease progresses. It includes a QR code for a free Story Song download whose lyrics are the text for the book—making the learning experience engaging, memorable, and accessible for young children and early readers. The complete MMAP is also a valuable resource for Adult Day Centers and Memory Care Communities, offering a ready-to-run educational program for families. It helps answer common questions proactively, reducing the need for staff to repeatedly provide the same explanations. This allows them to focus more on care and connection. Together, the program and book go beyond education—they empower families to create meaningful moments, maintain connection, and build positive memories throughout the course of Alzheimer’s and other dementias. Official Website: /episode/index/show/homecarematters/id/41075945

The AlzAuthors Town Hall with Lance A. Slatton 04/28/2026

Mari Baxter Chief Operating Officer for Senior Helpers® 04/23/2026

Mari Baxter Chief Operating Officer for Senior Helpers® All Home Care Matters and our host, Lance A. Slatton were honored to welcome Mari Baxter as guest to the show. About Mari Baxter, Chief Operating Officer, Senior Helpers®: Ms. Baxter began her career with Senior Helpers® in 2008 when there were just 40 franchisees. After working in the field for several years, Mari was promoted to Vice President of Operations in 2011, with the additional responsibilities of all resales, corporate stores, international franchising, and the training department. In 2021, she moved into the position of Chief Operating Officer. As COO, Mari and her field staff, Directors and department Vice Presidents oversee all franchise and corporate store operations, compliance management, advanced training, client care and retention programs, and vendor and national account relations. She has more than 15 years of leadership, operational and management experience in the franchise space, in addition to more than 14 years as a successful business owner and entrepreneur. About Senior Helpers® : Senior Helpers® is the nation’s premier provider of in-home, non-medical senior services ranging from specialized care for those with diseases such as dementia, Alzheimer’s, and Parkinson’s to personal and companion care to help individuals looking for a little assistance with daily activities. Our service options are flexible and completely customizable to your specific needs, and your personalized senior care plan can combine aspects of any of our service offerings. When you first contact a Senior Helpers office, we will set up a complimentary initial assessment at the client’s dwelling to determine their needs and formulate an individualized care plan. When needed, a qualified staff member, Social Worker, or Registered Nurse (depending on state regulations) will conduct a full assessment to aid in this process and further articulate the care plan. We will then use this assessment in our caregiver matching process to choose the most appropriate caregiver for our clients. Senior Helpers elevates its care for clients through three key programs: the proprietary LIFE Profile assessment tool, the Senior Gems® program, and the Center of Excellence training spaces. LIFE Profile is a research-based technology tool that uses data to identify a client’s risk of being hospitalized. The Senior Gems® program provides effective strategies for supporting and caring for loved ones from normal aging through late-stage dementia, focusing on what is precious and unique about each senior at each stage. The Senior Helpers® Center of Excellence is a training space designed to simulate a client’s home, allowing caregivers to learn and train in a real-world environment and demonstrate their ability to provide the highest quality of care in a client’s home. /episode/index/show/homecarematters/id/40992545

Zita Christian Writer, Podcaster, and Host of "My Spouse Has Dementia" 04/21/2026

The Care Advocates with Lance A. Slatton & Sharon's Son, George "Financing Care" 04/16/2026

Martin Hernandez General Manager of Home Care at A Place for Mom 04/14/2026

Denice Kennedy & Mike Weinberger Founders of CaregiverCompanion.AI 04/09/2026

Discover Your Genetic Wellness™ 04/07/2026

Discover Your Genetic Wellness™ All Home Care Matters and our host, Lance A. Slatton were honored to welcome Josh Bowie and Dr. Divyen Patel from Your Genetic Wellness™ as guests to the show. About Dr. Divyen Patel, Research Director, Your Genetic Wellness | Founder & CEO, Genome Explorations: Dr. Divyen Patel is a globally recognized pioneer in genomics and molecular biology, recently honored by Marquis Who's Who (2025/2026) for his career-long contributions to cancer research and molecular diagnostics. As the Research Director for Your Genetic Wellness and the Founder and CEO of Genome Explorations, Dr. Patel provides the rigorous scientific foundation required to move precision medicine into the mainstream consumer market. With decades of experience in clinical research and genomic sequencing, including the authorship of over 180 peer-reviewed publications, Dr. Patel has dedicated his career to making high-level science accessible and actionable for preventive health. His work at Your Genetic Wellness focuses on ensuring that every insight provided, from metabolic health to pharmacogenomics, is backed by the highest standards of evidence-informed research. A frequent speaker on the role of genetics in longevity and disease prevention, Dr. Patel continues to lead the evolution of personalized care, bridging the gap between complex laboratory data and everyday wellness. About Josh Bowie, SVP of Strategy & Insights, Your Genetic Wellness: Josh Bowie is a creative strategist and systems thinker dedicated to solving the "Last Mile" problem in precision health. As the SVP of Strategy & Insights at Your Genetic Wellness, Josh serves as the Strategic Lead for the Results to Routines™ framework, a methodology designed to translate complex biological data into clear, actionable wellness pathways for everyday life. Josh’s approach is rooted in the belief that data is only as valuable as the habits it inspires. He moves beyond the traditional model of overwhelming, static health reports, focusing instead on Actionable Biology: a human-centric design where technology and clinical expertise intersect to create sustainable change. By synthesizing market signals with a unique perspective on consumer behavior, Josh ensures that Your Genetic Wellness functions as a "GPS for the Human Body," empowering individuals to navigate their health with confidence and clarity. A vocal advocate for collaborative wellness, Josh emphasizes that the most successful health journeys are never walked alone. His work focuses on building the bridges between cutting-edge science and the real-world decisions that define long-term vitality, ensuring the future of health is both personalized and profoundly practical. About Your Genetic Wellness™: Your Genetic Wellness is shifting the conversation from reactive care to proactive clarity. Too often, we wait until symptoms appear before investigating our health, forcing us into a cycle of trial and error to find relief. We believe in a different approach: providing a personal biological roadmap before the guesswork begins. Using a simple at-home swab, we translate unique genetic markers into clear, actionable insights that show how a body may process nutrients, respond to medications, and manage long-term wellness. Whether you are a proactive professional, a parent, or a caregiver, we provide the data-driven confidence to move away from reactive "sick care" and toward more informed, personalized health decisions. Connect with Your Genetic Wellness™: Official Website: /episode/index/show/homecarematters/id/40763320

The Nursing Rocks Concert Series with Founder Spencer Coon & Christina Keys 04/03/2026

The Nursing Rocks Concert Series with Founder Spencer Coon & Christina Keys All Home Care Matters and our host, Lance A. Slatton were honored to welcome Spencer Coon & Christina Keys as guests to the show. About Spencer Coon: Spencer specializes in Talent. His focus is Music & Entertainment and Healthcare throughout the U.S. As the Chief Executive Officer for The Executive Elite Group, LLC, Spencer works with top leaders and companies to fulfill on critical and strategic hiring needs. Spencer places C-Suite and all levels of leadership. Spencer started in Music & Entertainment in 2000, Skilled Nursing (LTC) in 2005 and Hospice in 2006. He grew a premiere business network throughout these specialized industries. In 2021, Spencer founded the Nursing Rocks! Concert Series, producing Live Concerts nationally to celebrate and honor the nursing profession while raising money for nurse scholarships throughout the U.S. First Nursing Rocks! Concerts start May 2026. About Christina Keys: After a decade of caregiving for her mother following a devastating stroke, Christina Keys knows firsthand the emotional, physical, financial, and spiritual toll caregiving takes. She transformed her personal journey national movement to support and uplift caregivers. Christina has created and led caregiver communities nationally, created award-winning caregiver support programs, and now speaks across the country on topics such as caregiver support, building resilient caregiver communities, self-care, advocating for policy change and Caregiver Recovery. Christina is the Founder and CEO of Keys for Caregiving and is also now a part of the Nursing Rocks Concert series helping to honor and appreciate healthcare workers About Nursing Rocks!: Empowering and honoring nurses through the uplifting power of live music, our mission is to foster a positive impact within the nursing community at nationwide events. We strive to elevate awareness of the nursing profession and support its advancement through scholarship opportunities for further education. The Nursing Rocks! Concert Series is a sponsored live music event dedicated to nationwide nurse appreciation, showcasing top touring bands. Founded to unite local communities and businesses in honoring their dedicated nurses. Through initiatives , we raise scholarship funds to support ongoing education, partnering with nationally accredited and local nursing schools to empower aspiring nurses in each community. /episode/index/show/homecarematters/id/40722305

Kortlund Natterstad Ambassador for QuickChange Wrap Live from the Abilities Expo 03/31/2026

Kortlund Natterstad Ambassador for QuickChange Wrap Live from the Abilities Expo All Home Care Matters and our host, Lance A. Slatton were honored to welcome Kortlund Natterstad as guest to the show. About Kortlund Natterstad: Kortlund has always been driven by a desire to help others, which first led him into medical device sales, supporting surgeons and patients in the operating room. His life shifted suddenly after a serious off-roading accident that resulted in spinal injuries and months of recovery. In navigating this new reality, he learned to adapt, accept support, and rebuild purpose, with his wife, Natalia, playing an integral role in supporting him daily. Kortlund later re-entered the medical field in spinal cord injury research with NASCIC, and now is a QuickChange Ambassador and co-leads NeuroBridge Solutions with his wife, Natalia, a venture focused on bringing both clinical insight and lived experience to individuals and organizations through consulting, advocacy, and education. Today, Kortlund continues to approach life with resilience, a strong support system, and the belief in taking things one day at a time. Kortlund's motto, “Never Quit,” guides his work and the encouragement he offers to others adjusting to life after injury. About UI Medical the Makers of the QuickChange Wrap: UI Medical LLC is a California-based company dedicated to improving the lives of less mobile individuals through innovative, easy-to-use solutions. We manufacture the QuickChange® Wrap, a Class I medical device designed specifically for men who are wheelchair users, bed-bound, or have unique incontinence needs. Proudly made in the USA, the QuickChange Wrap is available through major distributors like Medline Industries, as well as online retailers including Amazon and Walmart. Our patented design serves a distinct yet underserved population—approximately 15% of incontinent men—and we're committed to supporting both users and caregivers with a product that brings comfort, dignity, and convenience. UI Medical holds international patents and complies with CE and UKCA standards. We are registered in the U.S., EU, UK, Australia, and many other countries. Our ISO 13485–certified manufacturing facility in California ensures high-quality production and minimizes supply chain risks. A list of our institutional clients can be found on their website at . Connect with UI Medical & the QuickChange Wrap: Official Website: Toll-Free Phone Number: 1-800-206-2816 /episode/index/show/homecarematters/id/40688740

Amy Shaw, PA-C Founder of Better Dementia 03/27/2026

Amy Shaw, PA-C Founder of Better Dementia All Home Care Matters and our host, Lance A. Slatton were honored to welcome Amy Shaw as guest to the show. About Amy Shaw: Amy Shaw, PA-C, is a dementia care clinician and the founder of Better Dementia™, a national education platform dedicated to transforming how families navigate the dementia journey at BetterDementia.com. With more than a decade of experience working at the intersection of dementia, serious illness, and family life, she recognized that traditional healthcare routinely misses the early and middle stages of dementia — leaving caregivers overwhelmed and unsupported. Through one-to-one family consulting and her self-paced online caregiver education platform, Amy teaches caregivers everything they need to understand the entire dementia journey. Her clinically grounded, stage-based approach explains the what, when, and why of dementia so families can master the how of caregiving with clarity, confidence, and preserved dignity. Amy is the author of The Arc of Conversation: A How-to Guide for Goals of Care Conversations (Springer, 2025) and is currently writing her next book, Better Dementia: From Overwhelmed to Empowered. About Better Dementia: Better Dementia™ is a national education and family support platform dedicated to transforming how families understand and navigate the dementia journey. Traditional healthcare models focus almost exclusively on the patient visit. Dementia, however, is primarily a caregiver experience — one that unfolds gradually at home long before medical systems respond. Better Dementia was created to close that gap. Founded by Amy Shaw, PA-C, Better Dementia teaches caregivers the what, when, and why of dementia so they can master the how of caregiving with clarity and confidence. The approach centers pattern recognition, disease understanding, dignity preservation, and calm communication — rather than crisis response. Through digital education, one-on-one consulting, and national media outreach, Better Dementia provides families with the structure and language needed to reduce overwhelm, support care decisions and transitions, prevent unnecessary hospitalizations, and support earlier hospice enrollment when appropriate. The mission is simple: to equip caregivers with the understanding needed to create a better dementia journey for everyone. /episode/index/show/homecarematters/id/40644695

Wes Michael Founder & President of Rare Patient Voice 03/23/2026

Wes Michael Founder & President of Rare Patient Voice All Home Care Matters and our host, Lance A. Slatton were honored to welcome Wes Michael as guest to the show. About Wes Michael: Wes Michael founded Rare Patient Voice in 2013 to give patients and family caregivers the opportunity to voice their opinions by participating in research studies. Rare Patient Voice has now recruited for thousands of studies and rewarded patients and family caregivers with over $15 million for their participation. Many have been recruited in person by Wes and his team at patient events and through a robust referral program with patient advocacy and support groups. Rare Patient Voice now covers over 1,500 rare and non-rare diseases and conditions, expanding from the United States to Canada, the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Italy, Spain, Australia, and New Zealand. Before launching Rare Patient Voice, Wes worked for healthcare market research firm Kantar Health. He previously was a brand manager and market research manager at McCormick (the spice company) and General Mills (working on Wheaties, Total and Kix cereals). He has a BA from the University of Pennsylvania (with a year at Edinburgh University) and an MBA from the University of Chicago. Wes lives outside Baltimore, Maryland, with his wife, Cathy, children Julia and Cliff, grandson Taylor, and dog Stanley. On February 3, 2006, Rare Patient Voice was acquired by Konovo.Rare Patient Voice’s 200,000+ registered patients and caregivers expand Konovo’s ability to deliver connected insights across a broad range of therapeutic and geographic areas, particularly in rare and complex conditions. About Rare Patient Voice: Rare Patient Voice empowers patients and family caregivers to have their voices heard through participation in research including market research, health economics outcomes and real-world evidence, user experience/human factors studies, and clinical trials. The RPV community includes over 200,000 patients and caregivers across more than 1,500 diseases, both rare and non-rare, in nine countries. By fostering trusted relationships and delivering high-quality insights, RPV enables research that reflects real-world patient experiences. About Konovo: Konovo is a global healthcare company on a mission to transform research through technology and connected insights. Konovo simplifies the research process, connects fragmented insights, and enhances access to healthcare audiences—including physicians, patients, caregivers, and allied healthcare professionals—through its intelligent platform and expert-guided solutions. Operating across the Americas, Europe, and Asia, Konovo supports market research agencies, consultancies, and life science and healthcare brands with deeper, actionable insights. /episode/index/show/homecarematters/id/40594005

The Care Advocates with Lance A. Slatton & Sharon's Son, George "A Caregiving Story" 03/17/2026

Alison van Schie, BSW, Host of The Island Treasures Podcast & Caregiving Consultant 03/12/2026

Dr. Dale V. Atkins Author of "The Turquoise Butterfly" 03/10/2026

Dr. Dale V. Atkins Author of "The Turquoise Butterfly" All Home Care Matters and our host, Lance A. Slatton were honored to welcome Dr. Dale V. Atkins as guest to the show. About Dr. Dale V. Atkins: Dale V. Atkins, Ph.D., is a licensed psychologist and educator with more than forty-five years of experience working with individuals, couples, and families. Dr. Atkins consults domestically and internationally. She conducts seminars and retreats for health and educational institutions, executives and employees of major corporations, and government agencies in matters related to the fields of psychology, sociology, education, and communication. She practices, teaches, and consults in the field of Alzheimer’s and Related Disorders with a focus on prevention as well as patient and caregiver wellness and resilience. She emphasizes the benefits of intergenerational relationships in families and communities. Dr. Atkins values opportunities to share everyday human stories with those in the health care field. She is the author of eight books; most recently, The Turquoise Butterfly, (her first children’s book), chapters, articles, and journals for popular and professional audiences. For 22 years Dr. Atkins was a recurring guest expert on NBC’s “Today” show. Dr. Atkins is an active volunteer in her community. She and her dog are a certified dog therapy team who have participated in school readers’ programs as well as visitation programs at day and residential facilities for people who have Alzheimer’s. She is a member of several non-profit boards whose focus is literacy, tolerance, women’s health and wellness, child protection, hospital leadership, and community action. An engaged citizen, she has received multiple recognitions for her community service and leadership. Dr. Atkins has two children and six grandchildren. She has private practice in NYC and lives in CT, where she is often found outdoors. /episode/index/show/homecarematters/id/40385550

Dan Cohen Author of "Awakenings in Real Life" 03/05/2026

Maureen Mueller, CDP Founder of My CareClock 03/03/2026

Maureen Mueller, CDP Founder of My CareClock All Home Care Matters and our host, Lance A. Slatton were honored to welcome Maureen Mueller as guest to the show. About Maureen Mueller, CDP: Maureen Mueller spent over 11 years as a family caregiver before moving into professional dementia care. Recognizing the need for encouragement and support, she trained with the Alzheimer's Association and became a certified dementia practitioner, support group facilitator, and community educator. In all her interactions with family caregivers through the years, Maureen noted their frustration over the inability to send reminders to their loved ones that wouldn’t be lost or forgotten. She teamed up with a software engineer friend, and together they developed “My CareClock.” About My CareClock: My CareClock is an innovative digital caregiving solution built for seniors and individuals experiencing dementia or other forms of memory loss, as well as the caregivers who support them. This easy‑to‑read care clock clearly displays the day, date, time, and personalized information like “What’s happening today?”, “What’s happening tomorrow?”, “Who are my caregivers?”, and “Who is my family?”, helping reduce confusion and repetitive questions. Through a connected app, family members and professional caregivers can remotely update the My CareClock screen from anywhere, adding appointments, reminders, visits, and reassuring messages in real time. By keeping loved ones oriented to their schedule and their support network, My CareClock promotes calm, supports independence, and gives families peace of mind that they are always “present” even when they can’t be physically there.'' Connect with My CareClock: Official Website: Disclosure Statement: Lance A. Slatton is the Official Brand Ambassador for My CareClock Viewers Get 10% off by using Promo Code AHCM10 Today! /episode/index/show/homecarematters/id/40299215

Spencer Cline AFTD Volunteer Ambassador The Association for Frontotemporal Degeneration (AFTD) 02/26/2026

Spencer Cline AFTD Volunteer Ambassador The Association for Frontotemporal Degeneration (AFTD) All Home Care Matters and our host, Lance A. Slatton were honored to welcome Spencer Cline as guest to the show. About Spencer Cline: Spencer Cline became familiar with FTD at a very young age, as his father started exhibiting behavioral changes shortly after he was born. His dad was diagnosed with bvFTD when Spencer was seven years old, then was diagnosed with the C9orf72 genetic variant, which is linked to both FTD and ALS. After watching his dad fight the disease until he passed in 2012, Spencer developed a passion for spreading awareness in hopes to find a cure – a passion that has only grown with time. Spencer has organized multiple fundraising/awareness events with the Babson College men’s basketball team, biked across the U.S. in support of FTD in 2024, helped get resolution passed in Georgia recognizing September 21st -27th as FTD Awareness week in the state and was Keynote Speaker at AFTD’s 2025 Hope Rising Benefit. He also serves as an AFTD Ambassador. About The Association for Frontotemporal Degeneration (AFTD): The Association for Frontotemporal Degeneration (AFTD) is the leading nonprofit devoted to helping families affected by frontotemporal degeneration today while driving research that supports accurate diagnosis, treatments, and ultimately a cure. AFTD’s mission is centered on improving quality of life for everyone impacted by FTD, and it advances that mission through five core pillars: research, awareness, support, education, and advocacy. In practice, that means funding and promoting research, expanding public and professional understanding of FTD, and pushing for the services and policies families need. For individuals and families, AFTD provides direct support through resources and its HelpLine, which is staffed by social workers who can answer questions, offer guidance after a new diagnosis, and connect people to relevant services and community support. AFTD is volunteer founded and community powered, and it has grown into a widely recognized expert organization in FTD and young onset dementia, partnering with researchers, clinicians, advocates, and families to accelerate progress and expand access to high quality care and support. /episode/index/show/homecarematters/id/40243420

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