THANKSGIVING EPISODE: National Caregiver Month, Alzheimer’s Research Update, Caring for Veterans, Matthew Perry & Lessons in Loneliness and Dementia Friendly Travel

Caregiving Club On Air

As we continue to recognize National Family Caregiver Month & National Alzheimer’s Month, Sherri Snelling, corporate gerontologist and “Caregiving Club On Air” podcast host, interviews the following guests on this episode: 1. Megan Witbracht with UCI MIND which is one of about 30 Alzheimer’s Disease Research Centers (ADRCs) in the country. Megan shares the latest clinical trials and drug announcements to treat Alzheimer’s plus support groups and other help for caregivers of those with dementia 2. Neal Shah Founder and CEO of CareYaYa tells us about his innovative approach to providing personal care and companionship in the home for older adults – using medical school students. In Caregiver Wellness News Sherri talks about what actor Matthew Perry’s death teaches us about loneliness. She also shares early gift ideas including great gift baskets from Harry & David’s which has a campaign to support family caregivers. For Well Home Design News Sherri gives a shoutout to one group caring for veterans and their family caregivers: Tunnel to Towers Foundation a nonprofit helping to house homeless veterans, give smart homes to disabled veterans and provide mortgage-free homes to families who have lost a first responder in the line of duty. Sherri also shares insights on “dementia friendly travel” just in time for the holidays. This episode’s Me Time Monday Wellness Hack is our Gratitude Gravy Recipe from Sherri’s new book, Me Time Monday – The Weekly Wellness Plan to Find Balance and Joy for a Busy Life. Find out more at: caregivingclub.com/podcast/