David understands caregiving not only as a clinical psychologist, but because for over a decade he was a spousal caregiver. When he found himself burning out, David implemented his successful interventions for his own rescue, which led to devoting his career to coaching caregivers.
http://www.CaregiverBurnout.org
The Alliance brings together numerous organizations so growing older there means living with dignity and choice. The Alliance helps to connect the dots for people in the areas of caregiving, transportation, healthcare technology and housing. http://www.AllianceOnAgingKC.org and http://www.CaregiversKC.com
A former broadcast television producer, Greg’s DVDs are used by thousands of in-home caregivers and elder care facilities. The beautiful nature scenes and relaxing music are especially calming for Alzheimer’s patients.
http://www.AlzheimersVideo.com
Alex learned the hard way about the challenges of finding long-term care and the financial resources to pay for everything. The experience compelled him to use his vast knowledge as a web developer to launch a website to help others find the best care and financial resources. http://www.PayingForSeniorCare.com
Elaine is an award-winning writer whose career was interrupted when she became a devoted caregiver to her mother and husband. Her award-winning book helps caregivers include themselves in the caregiving equation and is also valuable for healthcare professionals.
http://www.ElaineLong.com
She holds a Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology, and is a Martha Beck Certified Coach and Registered Clinical Counselor. Ellen is also a caregiver for her mother who has Alzheimer’s. As a writer and life coach, Ellen specializes in helping women access joy and passion as they navigate midlife.
http://www.EllenBesso.com
A former television executive so compelled by caring for her parents, Jacqueline became an eldercare advocate, author, radio host and international speaker. Jacqueline discusses the HBO program, “The Alzheimer’s Project” (www.HBO.com/Alzheimers) and techniques for understanding a patient’s reality of the moment. http://www.ElderRage.com
a group of trainers and experts for staff who care for those in residential and home care situations. Rhonda built upon her social work background to become a trainer for adult learners, a speaker, advocate and leader on training issues for those who help others.
http://www.CommunityTrainingOnline.com
He is a Certified Master Life Coach who specializes in helping caregivers and the primary caregiver for his 91-year old father who suffers with dementia and incontinence. As a life coach, Peter helps his many clients balance their lives by practicing his 10 Keys to Self-Care. http://www.PeterSchroeder.com
As a writer, editor, workshop leader, and owner of WriterAdvice.com, Lynn’s journaling helped her survive and thrive during her own caregiving experience with her mom, leading her to share the power of journaling to relieve stress and find perspective.
http://www.WriterAdvice.com
During her father’s illness, Patrece noticed bed fall prevention was not addressed, even though falls from bed is the 2nd cause of fall deaths! That sparked her ingenuity and in 2008 was recognized one of the most innovative product designers for her award-winning Outta Bed®. http://www.InvisibleCaregiver.com
which helps families find eldercare resources and services. She has a passion for helping seniors, as she is a former Admissions & Marketing Director for assisted livings, nursing homes and home healthcare. Carlotta is also a respected speaker and is on the board of Indiana Continuity of Care. http://www.AgingAvenues.com
which provides free secure software for computer screen sharing in 21 languages. It’s used for remote computer support and training by users in 190 countries, and provides a network of 13,000 Computer Helpers in over 130 countries. Previously, Mrinal was an early employee at LinkedIn.
http://www.crossloop.com
He has a Master’s in Geriatric Social Work and for 20+ years has worked with family and professional caregivers. He co-authored, “Pressure Points: Alzheimer’s and Anger,” with Lisa Gwyther and Edna Ballard, while interning at Duke Family Support Program in 1999--and contributed to, “You Are One of Us: Successful Clergy/Church Connections to Alzheimer's Families.”
http://www.CaregiverCruises.com
A Southern California native and USC graduate, Chip is also a freelance writer and award-winning journalist specializing in investigative and feature stories. His work has appeared in the Los Angeles Times, The Daily News of Los Angeles, LA Weekly, CNN and others. His next book is “Smogtown”.
http://www.ChipJacobs.com
an autobiography detailing his trials following a severe brain injury resulting from a bug bite. His expertise in writing the book came from spending 6 months in the hospital, undergoing 3 major surgeries, and 2 years of physical therapy. The book is a deeply personal true story about achievement in the face of unimaginable adversity, real life drama and inspiration.
http://www.LifeAfterNearDeath.com
which sheds light on the unique challenges of gay and lesbian elders in America. After receiving his BA in Film Studies from UCSB, he’s worked both behind and in front of the camera for 20 years. He lives in NYC and is an advocate for gay elders.
http://www.tenmoregoodyears.com
Written with co-author, Dr. Ruth Tappen, their book helps caregivers manage what is oftentimes one of the most difficult times of their lives. Dr. Beckerman is a Professor Emerita of Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing at Florida Atlantic University.
http://press.leonardinstitute.com/elder
She also created a printed version called “Family Caregiver Starter Kit”. Rebecca knows the challenges and rewards of caregiving, because she is a long-distance caregiver to both parents. She is also the best-selling author of the popular Senior’s Guide Series.
http://www.MeAndMyCaregivers.com
With her mother and business partner, Elaine Osteen, they launched a site enabling people to see their elderly loved ones from afar at any time, via a computer and streaming video. CBS national news highlighted their work and Today’s Caregiver magazine bestowed their 2008 Caregiver Friendly Award. http://www.tendertidings.com;
http://www.tendertidingspets.com. http://www.TenderTidingsSeniors.com
Embracing Slow Medicine, The Compassionate Approach to Caring for Your Aging Loved Ones.’ It’s intensely practical and groundbreaking, helping families understand that the journey of late life is filled with advice on improving care along the way. Dr. McCullough's work is based in over 30 years as a family physician and geriatrician, caring for the rich and poor in the U.S. and abroad.
http://MyMotherYourMother.com
A Legal Peaceful Choice at the End of Life’, a self-help manual for peaceful transitions at end of life. He also wrote ‘Lethal Choice’, a medical thriller with ethical issues on Physician-Assisted Suicide. He’s Medical & Executive Director of Caring Advocates, a non-profit whose mission is to plan and honor end-of-life decisions. 800-64-PEACE.
http://www.CaringAdvocates.org
Her love of her work and caregiving expertise comes from 13 years on those frontlines, providing in-home, non-medical care assistance and companionship to seniors. Colleen specializes in Alzheimers and in 1997 her company awarded her with Alzheimers Caregiver of the Year. http://www.longlakepress.com
She serves as liaison between him and the healthcare system in trying to obtain therapeutic interventions to help him. Lee is a remarkable man, striving to save his life from the torments of mental illness--in the face of overwhelming odds. http://www.leesrecovery.com
Her husband was hospitalized for 8½ months, 6 of which on full life support. The practical, emotional and spiritual lessons Jari learned from that are the basis of her book. For over twenty years she’s been an organizational labor/management, and human resource consultant for Fortune 500 companies and non-profits.
http://www.HospitalStayHandbook.com
Katie spent 28 years in the media business producing magazines, websites and live events, working in various industrial sectors including technology, photography, security and jewelry. Most recently she was responsible for the NY Division of Cygnus Business Media. http://www.agingcare.com
Irene's father had Alzheimer's and tragically became a victim of elder abuse and died, infuriating Irene who realized the magnitude of issues facing the elderly. Compelled to help, Irene wrote her book utilizing inter-active reality writing, to rally Americans to support the “Elder Justice Act”--now on the floor of both Houses of Congress. http://www.ParadiseCosts.com
nominated for the Business Forum Award by the American Society on Aging. With 17 years of geriatric care experience and as a recognized expert on elder caregiver stress in the workplace, Patricia is a sought after speaker at aging and labor related conferences. She also serves in leadership positions on several state, regional and national aging and caregiver organizations.
http://www.agingwithgrace.net
She is a psychotherapist who researched ways to stay close to her elderly mother, as they were many miles apart during her mother’s Golden Years. Jane became a gift expert for the aging--delivering talks, keynotes, skits, as well as radio and television shows across the country.
http://www.50waystolove.com
With over 20 years of personal and professional insight and application, Marcia empowers caregivers to align caring for others with nurturing their own needs and goals. A change in a loved one’s health (whether gradual or sudden) impacts everyone involved and Marcia begins the conversation by asking, "Who is the person in your life--who needs you the most?” http://www.caregivercoach.org
For 15 years she’s pioneered creative art therapy programs for geriatric patients with dementia. She speaks nationally to activity/recreational therapists, nurses, and caregivers in long-term care facilities, hospitals, and nursing homes--about art therapy benefits as a recovery modality for those suffering from mental, emotional and physical disorders. http://www.elizabethcockey.com
He’s a healthcare consultant who fell into elder care as a performer, and is on a mission to educate and assure that elders are respected. He’s an Ombudsman and has products and services helpful for Activity Directors. He’s also a leading keynote speaker and sought after media expert, providing marketing expertise for businesses to reach an older demographic.
http://www.anthonyssong.com
She has a Masters in the psychology and physiology of aging, and over twenty-five years of experience caring for hundreds of terminally ill people. She also started The Good Death Institute in 1998. http://www.thecaregivingzone.org
She is an inspirational speaker who focuses on spirituality, caregiving and adoption issues—and speaks around the country to caregivers, the medical community, and at Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s conferences. Her gripping memoir is for the “sandwich generation” and for anyone who cares for others personally or professionally.
http://www.Mothering-Mother.com
who performs stand-up comedy in cafes, comedy clubs and nursing homes. He is a former Assistant Professor in Psychiatry at Columbia University, and a member of the Association for Applied and Therapeutic Humor. He’s written numerous articles, book chapters, and papers on a broad range of mental health topics, and will be published in a revision of "Joke Express," edited by Judy Brown.
http://www.psychcomedy.com
and ‘Seekers and Dreamers: a Collection”. She’s a poet, inspirational speaker, caregiver advocate, faith coach, and creator of Making Good Decisions--workshops teaching young people decision-making. Joyce inspires and nurtures the well-being of others, especially caregivers, and presents workshops to help them identify personal attributes and reaffirm spiritual strengths. http://www.MyJoyToday.com
She’s CEO of IntegriCare Corp., whose mission is safety and independence of seniors. She’s done over 100 Fall Prevention Workshops, including for AARP, The Braille Institute, Balboa Naval Hospital, Parkinson’s Disease Association of San Diego. She’s a member of the American Society on Aging and is the Chairperson of San Diego County’s Fall Prevention Task Force. http://www.fallpreventioninfo.com
which reveals the personal rewards gained when we learn how to be a care-receiver as well as a care-giver. “Adopting Bee” puts a human face on forgotten elders from a perspective of a fully alive person who still wants to know what life is all about.
http://adoptinganelder.com/
She’s helped thousands to be able to say what matters most to those they love. Inspired by her own grandmother’s life story, she created the first web-based autobiography program. LifeBio also works with community-based programs, retirement communities, and churches across the U.S. to improve communication. http://www.lifebio.com
a company that helps people obtain a higher level of medication compliance by reminding them by phone to take their medications on time. If you or someone you know has a hard time remembering to take your medications, Anthony has just the service for you.
http://www.rxnotify.com
Her book offers an inspirational approach for family and professional caregivers--using tools like “Symptom Tracking Form”, and affirmations written for caregivers. Janet provides practical help for dealing with doctors, and emotional support for family members. She has a master’s degree and is a 30-year wellness professional, national speaker and publisher.
http://www.findingmeaningwithcharles.com
and “The Bio-Psychosocial Approach to Therapeutic Activities and Successful Aging” and “Therapeutic Activities for Successful Aging”. Her company, Goals, Seminars and Consultants, promotes fulfilling daily experiences as a pivotal condition for quality living. http://www.qualitygeriatriccare.com
has been in home care for over 20 years. In 1985 he founded Expert Home Care, a home healthcare company, and in 2003, Companion Connection, an association of home care companies with over 80 members cross country. David is a noted authority and industry leader on home healthcare, active in industry legislation, and a Certified Senior Care Advisor (CSA). http://www.companionconnectionseniorcare.com
Combining her nursing background and successful business helping clients deal with health issues, Renata draws on difficult but enlightening experiences of family loss. Her award-winning book is a beautifully designed journal where readers can document final wishes and record reminiscences and thoughts.
http://www.bellavitabooks.com
One Family’s Journey in Eldercare” and is President/CEO of Even As We Speak®--specializing as a consultant, trainer, motivational specialist and humorist. He’s served as a HUD Service Coordinator and Senior Housing Specialist, Developer and Director of an adult daycare center, and Director of Franchise Support for a national adult day services corporation.
http://www.evenaswespeakonline.com
Doctor Marion's 10 Steps to Help You Care for an Aging Loved One”. She’s a leading elder care expert, consultant, lecturer, and geriatric care manager. Her website provides support for anyone involved with caring for an aging parent or loved one. In more than three decades of private practice, Doctor Marion has helped thousands with the challenges facing the elderly and their caregivers. http://www.doctormarion.com
Six Strategies for dealing with the emotional and financial challenges of aging parents.” Dan is an attorney by training in addition to being an internationally published speaker and author on eldercare and caregiving. http://www.parentcaresolution.com
Building a New Community for An Aging Population.” She coaches by phone, family members who live far apart—especially those who are Parenting Our Parents, which she calls “POP-coaching.” Jane’s passion is to create a global community for those caring for elderly loved ones—which she found lacking when she parented her parents.
http://www.parentingourparents.net
A Gerontological Nurse Practitioner for 18 years, who cared for her parents and spouse, Blanche retired after 30 years of teaching nursing, and now speaks for the CA State University at Fullerton’s Nursing Master program. She presents on how to avoid conflicts and also teaches companies how to increase productivity by improving communication on eldercare with employees. http://www.BlancheKatz.com
winner in the Health Fitness for Family category of the 2006 Parent to Parent Adding Wisdom Award. Jari spent eight months in four hospitals with her critically ill husband who was on life support. Her book represents lessons used in partnership with the medical community to produce a miracle--her husband’s survival. http://www.24-7ordead.com
a quarterly subscription magazine devoted to help caregivers. Also an advocate for her father and a facilitator at his nursing home (and a caregiver to family members since 13), Rene' has a unique perspective on family advocacy. Her passion is to provide information to the caregiving community and public. http://www.familiesoflovedones.com
As the mother of two boys and the CEO of Sharif-Clark Publishing, Asia knows first-hand that time is in short supply. She’s spent thirteen years educating families, parents and children about practical ways to “discover extra time” and still maintain the strength and energy needed to care for themselves and loved ones. http://www.asiasharif-clark.com/
It’s a personal, practical and inspirational story of caring for her elderly parents as they reached their final days. Amy was an HR executive at Dell computer, a wife, mother of two, and a community volunteer, when her parents declined—making her an example of the sandwich generation. Amy is the author of two books, is a communications strategist and keynote speaker, and is still a wife and mother. http://www.amycbaker.com/
Norbert advocates awareness of health and health care products to maintain optimum care. His company has won many awards: from the Better Business Bureau, business associations, manufacturers and non-profit groups. Besides specializing in durable medical equipment and nutritionals, Norbert discusses maintaining skin care to prevent skin breakdown during incontinence. http://www.cwimedical.com/
Kathryn has served the older population as a speech and language pathologist for over three decades, teaching families how to enhance communication when coping with dementia/Alzheimer’s patients and how to enhance time visiting a loved one. She has created more than 35 products promoting successful aging and communication strategies, and writes a free quarterly email newsletter. http://www.connectionsincommunication.com
and a neighbor for over twenty years. Through the years she came to know professionals in the field, as well as many family caregivers, but it was the caregivers who inspired and encouraged her to write, “Minding Our Elders: Caregivers Share Their Personal Stories,” which is like a portable support group. Carol also writes a weekly column, “Minding Our Elders,” and often speaks at caregiver conferences and workshops. http://www.mindingourelders.com
providing personal and financial services to the elderly, the infirm, and those with special needs. Barbara’s been on the “Today Show” and speaks on topics impacting care receivers and their families. Her book, “Don’t Buy Green Bananas: A Humorous Journey Through the Sometimes Puzzling World of Aging”--portrays how humor and creativity are necessary when dealing with difficult people in difficult circumstances. http://www.bhanceassociates.com
She is a former elementary school teacher who has taught piano for 25 years. Nancy has been writing nonfiction stories since 1981 and many of her inspirational stories have been published in magazines throughout the U.S., Canada, and Italy. She is a graduate of Keene State College. http://www.NancyDraperBooks.com
is the Northern NJ Representative of the National Family Caregivers Association / Caregivers Community Action Network, and author of the e-book: "52 Fun Feats for Caregivers: Or a Year's Worth of Fun and Joy." Liz is the caregiver to her mom, who had a stroke in 1994. Within a year, her father developed Alzheimer's. Liz's mission is to empower caregivers to realize that it's OK to have a life of their own and to even have fun! http://www.caregiverscommunity.com
He’s the former CEO of subsidiaries of Motorola, US West and Charles Schwab, and introduced VHS VCR and Schwab’s online brokerage service. His work earned worldwide recognition, named a “Businessman to Watch” by Fortune Magazine, a Congressional Citation, and a White House adviser on the Internet. Bill became a long distance caregiver twenty years ago and now focuses his skills to help remote caregivers. http://www.parents-care.com
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