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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.

Conscious Caregiving with L & L is "Tackling the Tough Conversations."   The topic of this episode is "The Future of AlzAuthors" featuring hosts Lori La Bey and Lance A. Slatton.   About 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.   Connect with Lori La Bey: Official Website: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/   Official Dementia Map Website: https://www.dementiamap.com/   About 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 is also the new President of AlzAuthors.   Lance's book, "The All Home Care Matters Official Family Caregivers' Guide" was the recent recipient of the 2024 International Impact Book Awards.    Connect with Lance A. Slatton - "The Senior Care Influencer": Official Website: https://www.lanceaslatton.com   Official Website for All Home Care Matters: https://www.allhomecarematters.com   Official Website for AlzAuthors: https://www.alzauthors.com   Lance A. Slatton and Lori La Bey Co-Host and Produce Conscious Caregiving with L & L.   Visit their website at: https://consciouscaregivingll.com/   To learn more about Lance A. Slatton and Lori La Bey you can visit their websites.

All Home Care Matters and our host, Lance A. Slatton were honored to welcome Rachel Shapiro as guest to the show.   About Rachel Shapiro:   Rachel Shapiro is the Head of Marketing for LivTech's In-Home Care division, supporting brands including CareTime, Ally, Qualis, and WorldView. Her work focuses on helping home care, home health, hospice, and senior care organizations navigate complex operational and regulatory challenges with clarity, confidence, and purpose.   Her connection to this industry is deeply personal. When a close family member suddenly needed home health support, it fundamentally changed how Rachel understands care not just as a profession, but as something lived every day. That experience reshaped how she shows up in her work, grounding her perspective in empathy for families, caregivers, and care teams alike. She lives in Atlanta, Georgia with her family and is driven by a belief that the business of care should never become a barrier to care itself.     About LivTech:   LivTech is a healthcare technology company dedicated to supporting organizations that deliver care in the home. Through a portfolio of specialized brands — including CareTime, Ally, Qualis, and WorldView — LivTech provides software and services designed for home care, home health, hospice, PACE, and senior care organizations navigating increasingly complex operational and regulatory environments.   LivTech's solutions address the real work behind care delivery: billing and revenue cycle management, documentation, visit verification, equipment management, compliance, and operational visibility. Each brand is purpose-built for its specific audience, ensuring providers are not forced into generic systems that don't reflect how care is actually delivered or reimbursed.   What sets LivTech apart is its deep industry alignment. The company works alongside providers to understand the downstream impact of daily operational decisions — from documentation and EVV to claims, cash flow, and compliance risk. Rather than focusing on surface-level efficiency, LivTech helps organizations build durable systems that support predictable revenue, audit readiness, and sustainable growth.   LivTech partners closely with provider associations, industry experts, and care leaders across the country to stay ahead of regulatory shifts and operational challenges. This hands-on approach ensures that solutions evolve with the realities of care, not just the technology roadmap.   At its core, LivTech believes the business of care should strengthen — not obstruct — the delivery of care. Its mission is to give providers the clarity, confidence, and support they need to focus on what matters most: the people they serve.

All Home Care Matters and our host, Lance A. Slatton were honored to welcome Dan Goerke as guest to the show.   About Dan Goerke:   Dan Goerke grew up in northern Indiana and currently lives in Atlanta, Georgia. He has led a life of varied endeavors and accomplishments in competitive swimming, real estate, volunteer work with the Alzheimer's Association, is a Reiki Master, candle maker and author.   Dan suddenly found himself a caregiver to his wife Denise upon her diagnosis at age 56 of Alzheimer's Disease. Uninformed and uneducated about the disease he quickly utilized the resources of the Alzheimer's Association to learn more about the disease progression, caregiving tips and practices, support groups, and elder care attorneys. Two years into his caregiving journey he began communicating telepathically with Denise which aided tremendously in her care.   Dan now offers private sessions to those who want to hear from their loved ones who have gone silent. He has appeared in over 40 different media publications and programs talking about dementia, caregiving, and telepathic communication. He was most recently featured on an episode of "The Telepathy Tapes" podcast.   Dan's first book, "Unforgettable, Unbelievable", was inspired by many friends and family members who encouraged him to write about his caregiving experiences while taking care of his wife Denise.   About "Unforgettable, Unbelievable":   "Unforgettable, Unbelievable: A Journey of Telepathy, Caregiving, and Alzheimer's" follows Dan Goerke as he discovers he can communicate telepathically with his wife Denise, whose Alzheimer's has taken away her ability to speak clearly. This unexpected connection allows Denise to guide him from the "inside," sharing practical tricks and preferences that make day-to-day caregiving more effective and more dignified for her.   Through this lens of telepathy, Dan describes the emotional and physical challenges of caregiving while offering concrete tips for both new and experienced caregivers, blending a realistic view of Alzheimer's with humor and warmth. The book ultimately becomes a portrait of a devoted marriage in the face of decline, showing how love, creativity, and even seemingly mystical experiences can help families navigate the silence that often comes with advanced dementia.    

The Care Advocates is brought to you by the All Home Care Matters Media team and focuses 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.   The Care Advocates are co-hosted by Lance A. Slatton & Dr. George Ackerman.   The Care Advocates are honored to welcome, Wendy Kaufman-Aflalo and Barry Kaufman as guest to the show.   About Wendy Kaufman-Aflalo & Barry Kaufman:   Wendy & Barry co-host a podcast called "This Is Your Brain on Mom", where they explore the challenges, humor, and unexpected moments of caring for their mom, who is living with dementia.   Their episodes mix advocacy, storytelling, and humor to shed light on the realities of caregiving, while also providing comfort and connection for others navigating similar journeys.   Barry brings a naturally comedic perspective and a knack for keeping conversations light and engaging, while Wendy focused on storytelling and navigating the practical aspects of caregiving.   Together, they aim to give a candid, relatable look at what it's like to support a loved one with dementia—balancing heartfelt moments with humor and honesty.

All Home Care Matters and our host, Lance A. Slatton were honored to welcome Ann Campanella as guest to the show.   Ann Campanella is a former magazine and newspaper editor and is the author of three memoirs and four collections of poetry. Her award-winning 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, was named "One of the best Alzheimer's books of all time" by BookAuthority two years in a row.   Since 2017, Ann has been a manager/director of AlzAuthors.com, a nonprofit organization with the mission of sharing Alzheimer's and dementia resources to light the way for others. 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's second memoir, Celiac Mom, won the 2024 Silver Medal in the Nonfiction/Health category of the Readers' Favorite International Book Award. This book has become a "go-to" resource for the celiac community.   A social-media influencer, Ann uses her Instagram account @glutenfreeforgood to spread awareness about this condition. Ann's most recent book, The Shoulder Season: A Memoir of Fracture and Grace, shares her experience of going from a caregiver to someone who needed care after a serious injury.   Ann hopes it will provide hope and inspiration to those facing a season of health challenges. Ann and her husband live on Lake Norman in North Carolina and enjoy nightly sunsets.     About "The Shoulder Season":   After decades of being physically fit, riding and training horses, Ann's life skids to a stop when a seemingly innocuous accident (tripping over the dog) turns into a traumatic injury that shrinks her world. She succumbs to severe pain and faces difficult surgeries that require a two-year recovery.   On the brink of an empty nest, a few months before the pandemic, Ann is no longer the busy caregiver who juggles her family's needs along with her writing work and caring for her farm but becomes the person who needs care. Ann must discover a new identity and reimagine her future.   The Shoulder Season serves as a guide and an inspiration for those facing a life interrupted.    

All Home Care Matters and our host, Lance A. Slatton were honored to host and celebrate the retirement of Dr. James Vickers.   About Dr. James Vickers:   Distinguished Professor Dr. Vickers has an extensive track record in interventional cohort studies, cognition, neurogenetics, health services research and neuroscience research, and has published over 200 refereed articles. Distinguished Prof Vickers has held several national leadership roles, such as President of the Australasian Neuroscience Society (ANS, 2014–2016) and Chair of the Scientific Panel of the Alzheimer's Australia Dementia Research Foundation (2014-2016).   He was awarded a Doctor of Science from University of Tasmania in 2005 in recognition of his contribution to neuroscience research. He is a Board Member of the Dementia Australia Research Foundation and a member of the Dementia Expert Reference Group for the Australian Government Department of Health, Disability and Ageing.    Dr. James Vickers officially announced his retirement as Director of the Wicking Dementia Research & Education Centre at the University of Tasmania (UTAS) at the end of December 2025.   The distinguished panel that joined in celebrating Dr. Vickers career and contributions to field of dementia included:   Bettina Morrow - Associate Director Adult Protective Services   Dr. Jane Alty - Professor of Neurology at University of Tasmania Staff Specialist in Neurology at Royal Hobart Hospital   Henry Brodaty - Scientia Professor Co-Director, Centre for Healthy Brain Ageing UNSW   Agnieszka Chudecka - PICAC Alliance Secretariat Lead (Partners in Culturally Appropriate Care)   Tim England - Podcaster and Dementia Care Expert/Educator who De-mystifies and De-stigmatises Dementia.   Amy Sender - Dementia Consultant at Montefiore   Graeme Samuel AC - Professor. Chair Dementia Australia Research Foundation   Joanna Sun - Lecturer   Kate Lawler - Associate Professor, Physiotherapy La Trobe University, Australia   Dr. Kathleen Doherty - Senior Lecturer in Dementia at the Wicking Dementia Research and education Centre and program lead for Equip and DREAM- two federally funded projects aiming to improve the knowledge and understanding of the aged care workforce   Matt Kirkcaldie - Senior lecturer at University of Tasmania   Sarah-Kaye Page - Trainer and Assessor, The Gordon TAFE   Tanya Buchanan - Professor and CEO of Dementia Australia   With a special video from Alzheimer's Disease International.

All Home Care Matters and host, Lance A. Slatton were honored to welcome the founders of GoInstaCare & Ways 2 Wellness as guests to the show.   About GoInstaCare:   GoInstaCare is a tech-based, caregiving App that connects families looking for care with background checked care providers, Instantly. The App is completely free to use. Go InstaCare App allows families to search for caregivers based on budget, skills, personality type, experience and many other criterion.   The best part is that the matched caregivers are available to talk to families right away. Moreover, families can even do a video call with caregivers they like. The system also works on feedback from families so good caregivers keep showing up on top of the search results.   By leveraging modern tech to connect care seekers directly with well-trained care providers across the country, GoInstaCare makes it possible for care seekers to receive the best quality care they need, anywhere, anytime and all of this at a very affordable rate.     About Amit Shrivastava:   Amit is co-founder and CEO of GoInstaCare. Before starting GoInstaCare, he owned a successful Home Care Company in Chicago, which he and his wife started from scratch and made it extremely successful.   Unfortunately, they had to sell their company because of their son's health as his body was not liking the cold and they moved to Austin, Texas a few years ago.     About Ways 2 Wellness:   Ways 2 Wellness creates engaging, custom-branded activity books designed to reduce loneliness and enhance cognitive health in seniors. By combining mental stimulation with meaningful branding, these resources not only promote well-being but also support organizations in strengthening their presence and outreach.   About Michael Herrington:   Michael Herrington is a passionate advocate for senior well-being and caregiver support. As President and Co-Founder of Ways 2 Wellness, he leads initiatives that combat loneliness and cognitive decline through engaging activity books and resources that keep seniors mentally sharp and emotionally connected.   With a strong background in publishing and marketing, Michael previously led large-scale sales and distribution efforts for major brands like Time Inc. and Comag Marketing Group. Now, he channels that expertise into Ways 2 Wellness, helping organizations create impactful, customized materials that enhance cognitive well-being and strengthen community connections.        

All Home Care Matters and our host, Lance A. Slatton were honored to welcome back Crystal Gallo as guest to the show.   About Crystal Gallo, Founder & CEO of Innerhive:   Crystal Gallo spent the past 15 years leading product and operation teams for high-growth technology companies.   She is a learner at the core and passionate about leveraging technology to solve difficult problems. Inspired by her personal journey as a family caregiver for loved ones navigating dementia and cancer, she founded Innerhive.    About Innerhive:    The app that supports caregivers with tools, resources, and community! Innerhive is focused on serving family caregivers who are providing and coordinating care for loved ones at home. Innerhive is committed to ending the burnout cycle by equipping caregivers with a central place to organize care details, build support networks, access resources, and collaborate with their community.   Innerhive is a trusted and transparent environment built to streamline care navigation and make it easy to engage community, so caregivers can advocate for their own wellness, as well as those they care for. Innerhive is committed to transforming how we care for one another and is on a mission to end caregiver burnout.

All Home Care Matters and our host, Lance A. Slatton were honored to welcome Peter Murphy Lewis back as guest to the show for a "Podcast Takeover" where Peter turns the microphone on Lance and interviews him.   About Peter Murphy Lewis:   Peter Murphy Lewis is a documentary filmmaker, CNA, and long-term care advocate who uses storytelling to spotlight the unsung heroes of caregiving. He is the creator of the docuseries People Worth Caring About, which reveals the real human stories behind the caregiving crisis in America.   With a background in marketing and content strategy, Peter brings a unique blend of empathy and clarity to both film and business. He's also the founder of Strategic Pete, a boutique consultancy helping mission-driven organizations grow through storytelling and scalable marketing systems.   His work has been featured in Care.com, Provider Magazine, Becker's Healthcare, McKnight's, and more. Peter lives next to a zoo in Kansas, sleeps in a hammock under the stars, and spends his mornings teaching his 8-year-old son to golf.

All Home Care Matters and our host, Lance A. Slatton were honored to welcome Tammy Lautner as guest to the show.   About Tammy Lautner:   Tammy Lautner is a registered social worker with over 20 years of experience supporting seniors and the family members who support them through complex aging related decisions. She is the founder of Peace of Mind Consulting and is known for helping people make sense of healthcare, housing, and government systems when things feel overwhelming or unclear.   Tammy serves on provincial and national committees focused on senior and caregiver advocacy and brings both professional expertise and real life experience into every conversation. Her approach is calm, practical, and deeply human, helping families feel steadier, more informed, and less alone.   About Peace of Mind Consulting:   Peace of Mind Consulting helps seniors and the family members who support them navigate the often complex systems of healthcare, housing, and government programs. The company provides guidance, advocacy, and emotional support, helping families feel steadier, more informed, and less alone as they make important decisions and plan for the future. 

All Home Care Matters and our host, Lance A. Slatton were honored to welcome the founders of AlzAuthors as guests to the show to discuss the history of AlzAuthors & the transition to All Home Care Matters.   AlzAuthors was founded in 2015 by three authors—Marianne Sciucco, Jean Lee, and Vicki Tapia—each of whom cared for and lost loved ones to dementia and wrote about those journeys.   The three first connected in 2015 on social media, began promoting each other's dementia-care books, and soon realized that a collaborative platform could help many more caregivers find trustworthy, experience-based resources in one place.   What began as a small, one-month blog project evolved into a worldwide network of nearly 400 authors across six continents, making AlzAuthors a trusted destination for Alzheimer's and dementia storytelling.   Over the past decade, the initiative has expanded to include curated books, a podcast, film festivals, virtual events, blogs, and other creative formats that center the voices of caregivers and people affected by dementia.   Transition to All Home Care Matters:   In January 2026, AlzAuthors transitioned to new leadership under All Home Care Matters, the caregiver-focused podcast and media platform founded by Lance A. Slatton.   All Home Care Matters will maintain AlzAuthors' established mission and brand while managing the website, producing future podcasts, and expanding opportunities for authors and cross-promotion so the community can grow without losing its core identity.   Legacy of the Marianne Sciucco, Jean Lee, and Vicki Tapia:   Co-founders Sciucco, Lee, and Tapia built AlzAuthors into a respected, volunteer-driven organization known for its rigorous review process and deep commitment to caregiver support.   Through this transition, their legacy lives on as All Home Care Matters stewards the next chapter, with plans to preserve what makes AlzAuthors unique while increasing its reach and impact for caregivers worldwide.    

All Home Care Matters and our host, Lance A. Slatton were honored to welcome Carol Steinberg as guest to the show.   About Carol Steinberg:   Carol Steinberg is an accomplished writer and editor and a former award-winning journalist who contributed regularly to The New York Times, Success magazine, and other publications. She left journalism mid-career to serve for 15 years as an executive at local and national nonprofit organizations focused on Alzheimer's disease—a way of giving back after her father died as a result of the disease. Now semi-retired, she continues her involvement in the Alzheimer's community by writing the bimonthly newsletter for Voices of Alzheimer's as well as blogs on the topic, and appearing on podcasts and other media to discuss various aspects of the disease.   Based on her family's experience and her knowledge of Alzheimer's disease, Carol is the author of a new children's book—"Come Grandpa Meow, Let's Fly." The book uniquely features a heartfelt story about Alzheimer's plus a collection of intergenerational activities. It has been recognized by AlzAuthors as a valuable resource for caregivers and by Ella's Way for demonstrating the power of kindness.   About "Come Grandpa Meow, Let's Fly":   "Come Grandpa Meow, Let's Fly: A Heartfelt Children's Story About Alzheimer's Disease Plus a Guide to Intergenerational Activities" takes a unique approach to helping families navigate Alzheimer's disease or other related brain disorders. It features a tender children's story that explains the disease in age-appropriate language, designed to help young children understand the changes in a loved one and to alleviate fear and confusion. The story is uniquely complemented by a collection of empowering intergenerational activities, such as gardening and music, which respond to the question, "Now what?"—How can we foster a loving and respectful bond?   Author Carol Steinberg taps into her family's journey and extensive professional experience with Alzheimer's to realistically portray the disease and offer understanding and compassion to a condition that is often stigmatized. As the author notes, "In the face of this devastating disease, we are all looking for that 'moment'—a twinkle of joy, laughter, connection, or remembrance."   Accompanied by illustrator Chelsea Cooper's beautiful watercolor artwork, "Come Grandpa Meow, Let's Fly" tells the story of Lynnie, a young girl who cherishes spending time with her grandfather. When Grandpa Meow begins to struggle with their familiar activities and forgets who his granddaughter is, Lynnie's mom sensitively explains that Grandpa Meow has Alzheimer's. The conversation includes a powerful message: "We can try to help him remember how much we love him." Lynnie takes these words to heart and figures out how to strengthen their bond in a new way, relying on a song Grandpa Meow always sang to her as she flew through the air on a swing.   "Come Grandpa Meow, Let's Fly" has been recognized by AlzAuthors as a valuable resource for caregivers and by Ella's Way for demonstrating the power of kindness. Experts have called the book "stigma-busting," "well-crafted and poignant," and a "practical tool for meaningful conversations." A portion of each sale benefits the VoA Foundation, the educational arm of Voices of Alzheimer's.

All Home Care Matters and our host, Lance A. Slatton were honored to host and sponsor the annual All Home Care Matters New Years Eve Party at the Frenchtown Center for Active Adults.   Lance A. Slatton, founder and host of All Home Care Matters, proudly hosts and sponsors the Annual All Home Care Matters New Year's Eve Party at the Frenchtown Center for Active Adults. This special community celebration brings seniors, caregivers, and local leaders together to ring in the New Year with joy, connection, and appreciation.   As a nationally recognized home care advocate, author, and podcast host, Lance A. Slatton continues his mission of supporting seniors, caregivers, and aging adults by investing directly in the communities he serves. The New Year's Eve celebration highlights the importance of active aging, senior engagement, and community-based support for older adults.   This event reflects the core values of All Home Care Matters—honoring seniors, empowering caregivers, and fostering meaningful relationships that improve quality of life. Guests enjoyed a festive atmosphere, shared laughter, and a welcoming environment designed to celebrate life, independence, and togetherness.  

All Home Care Matters and our host, Lance A. Slatton were honored to welcome Daniel Hight as guest to the show.     About Daniel Hight, Founder of More Than Our Story:   Daniel started More Than Our Story shortly after receiving a diagnosis of an incurable brain cancer. Daniel's mission is to inspire by profiling remarkable people and sharing their stories, helping others realize they're never alone in their struggles. Daniel also seeks to break down the stigma surrounding important topics and promote ways for people to lead happier, healthier lives.   Daniel has also found inner strength and calm after his diagnosis by challenging his body and mind through endurance sports, including triathlons (countless half IRONMAN and one full IRONMAN) and long-distance open-water swimming.   Next year, Daniel will be tackling his most formidable challenges to date: his first ultramarathon (100km) and a marathon swim (10km).     About More Than Our Story:   Welcome to More Than Our Story, where our mission is simple: To inspire others to greatness through sharing stories of inner strength and resilience.   We are a health-focused lifestyle website started to give back and inspire others through sharing people's stories. Knowing our stories are not unique makes us stronger, creates a sense of community, and makes all the difference. We also strive to promote a healthy lifestyle and to share how we can better take care of ourselves and lead healthier, happier, and more fulfilling lives.   Not all of our profiles highlight individuals with incurable diseases or remarkable achievements; it's what they stand for and who they are that inspires, including cancer survivors, MS warriors, organ donors, and recipients, among others.   The last part of our story is about giving back because it's our duty to look out for each other. With every purchase on our website, we donate a set amount per item to one of our featured causes.     Episode Sponsor:   OPTEEL  

Conscious Caregiving with L & L is "Tackling the Tough Conversations."   The topic of this episode is "Holiday Traditions & Seniors" featuring hosts Lori La Bey and Lance A. Slatton.   About 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.   About 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.   Connect with Lori La Bey:   Official Website:  https://alzheimersspeaks.com/   Official Dementia Map Website: https://www.dementiamap.com/      Connect with Lance A. Slatton - "The Senior Care Influencer":   Official Website: https://www.lanceaslatton.com   Official Website for All Home Care Matters: https://www.allhomecarematters.com   Lance A. Slatton and Lori La Bey Co-Host and Produce Conscious Caregiving with L & L. Visit their website at:  https://consciouscaregivingll.com/   To learn more about Lance A. Slatton and Lori La Bey you can visit their websites.

All Home Care Matters and our host, Lance A. Slatton were honored to welcome Susanne White as guest to the show.       About Susanne White:       When Susanne was faced with the opportunity to care for her parents, she embarked on a caregiving journey that would change her life. She shares this journey on her website, CaregiverWarrior.cm, offering experience, strength, and hope to help others navigate caregiving with grace and empowerment.   Known for her authentic style and deep insight from firsthand caregiving experience, Susanne is a bestselling author, gifted writer, exceptional webinar host, motivational keynote speaker, dynamic radio and podcast guest, and thought leader in the caregiver advocacy community.   When speaking to caregivers, professionals, or broader audiences, Susanne delivers engaging conversations that comfort, inspire, and empower. Her approachable style and genuine presence make her a favorite among podcast hosts, listeners, and corporate audiences, where she delivers engaging sessions that spark connection and lasting impact.   Her latest book, Self-Care for Caregivers: A Practical Guide to Caring for You While You Care for Your Loved One, is available on Amazon and at major bookstores, including an Audible audio version perfect for busy caregivers on the go.        

Conscious Caregiving with L & L is "Tackling the Tough Conversations."   The topic of this episode is "Holiday Gifts for Seniors" featuring hosts Lori La Bey and Lance A. Slatton.   About 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.   Connect with Lori La Bey: Official Website:  https://alzheimersspeaks.com/   Official Dementia Map Website: https://www.dementiamap.com/    About 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.   Connect with Lance A. Slatton - "The Senior Care Influencer":   Official Website: https://www.lanceaslatton.com   Official Website for All Home Care Matters: https://www.allhomecarematters.com   Lance A. Slatton and Lori La Bey Co-Host and Produce Conscious Caregiving with L & L.   Visit their website at: https://consciouscaregivingll.com/ 

All Home Care Matters and our host, Lance A. Slatton were honored to welcome Travis Partington as guest to the show.   About Travis Partington:   Travis Partington, a United States Marine Corps veteran, is the host and founder of Oscar Mike Radio. Partington's interviewing style creates a welcoming environment where every story is valued, establishing Oscar Mike Radio as a true home for all veterans to share, heal, and support one another.   Beyond the microphone, Travis is committed to serving his brothers and sisters in arms, raising awareness about programs and people who uplift the military and veteran community.   About Oscar Mike Radio:   Oscar Mike Radio now in its ninth year is a home for veterans to share, heal, and support one another, fostering connection and community.

All Home Care Matters and our host, Lance A. Slatton were honored to welcome Consuela Marshall as guest to the show.   About Consuela Marshall OT, CHAT, CDP CAPS, CGCP:   Consuela Marshall is an occupational therapist with over 30 years of experience in hospitals, rehabilitation, and home health. Her path to occupational therapy began after her daughter was born with a physical disability, inspiring her to return to college and pursue a profession that would equip her to better support her child and others.   Over the years, Consuela's personal caregiving journey deepened as she cared for an aunt with Alzheimer's and later her mother after multiple strokes—experiences that revealed both the rewards and emotional strain of caregiving.   About Finding a Foothold:   In 2022, she founded Finding A Foothold Caregiver Consulting to provide education and coaching that help family caregivers reduce injury risks, simplify daily tasks, and stay connected to their own lives.   In 2025, she expanded her mission by establishing the Finding A Foothold Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to fall prevention and caregiver support in underserved communities.   Consuela is also the author of Fall Prevention: Planning Not to Fall and a frequent speaker on aging, fall prevention, and caregiving.

All Home Care Matters and our host, Lance A. Slatton are honored to welcome Nancy Nelson & Kat Hartley as guests to the show.   About Nancy Nelson "dangle" Co-Founder, dangle & dot:   Diagnosed with early-onset Alzheimer's in 2013, Nancy Nelson transformed fear into creativity and purpose. In the quiet hours following her diagnosis, she began writing words and phrases that seemed to "fall from the sky"—a healing practice that deepened her understanding of both her own and her father's dementia journeys. Following a second diagnosis of mild cognitive impairment in 2018, Nancy continued to embrace life with courage and grace plus a brain healthy lifestyle. She is the author of three acclaimed poetry collections—Blue. River. Apple.—which chronicles her personal experience with dementia.   An Alzheimer's advocate and public speaker, Nancy shares her story at education and policy events, participates in dementia research, and leads support groups for individuals in the early stages of the disease. Known for her uplifting honesty and creative voice, Nancy uses poetry and social media to reframe how the world sees dementia—not as an ending, but as a call to live fully, not fearfully.    About Kat Hartley, BS Pharm "dot", Co-Founder, dangle & dot:   Kat Hartley has spent every decade of her life on the emotional, financial, and spiritual rollercoaster of Alzheimer's Disease—having lost seven beloved relatives to it. The lessons and loss of her joyous father, who lived with dementia, continue to inspire her mission to help others live well. A pharmacist by training, Kat has dedicated her career to advancing Alzheimer's research, treatment, and care.   She began her professional journey at the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, then served with the Cleveland Clinic Lou Ruvo Center for Brain Health. Today, Kat is a brain health consultant, speaker, and author who promotes healthy lifestyle practices, mindfulness meditation, and community connection as pathways to prevent or delay dementia. Kat finds deep joy and a surprising re-discovery of self-worth as a full-time family care partner for her mother and brother.    About dangle & dot Company Bio:   dangle & dot delight when inspiring people to explore, with curiosity and willingness, the new possibilities one can discover despite the inherent challenges of cognitive changes. The company is novel as it includes a diagnosis-facing co-founder actively involved with operations and business development, with the goal of creating a new template for people living with dementia to own a business.

All Home Care Matters and our host, Lance A. Slatton were honored to welcome Julio Barea as guest to the show.   About Julie Barea, VP of Sales at Ally and CareTime:   Julio Barea is the Vice President of Sales at CareTime and Ally, where he helps home care agencies and caregiver registries navigate the challenges of Medicaid and third-party billing. With years of experience in home care operations, Julio brings practical expertise on minimizing denials, staying audit-ready, and streamlining reimbursement. His insights combine both the business and regulatory side of billing, giving agency owners confidence to handle Medicaid's toughest challenges.   About CareTime:   CareTime is the full and complete in-home care software solution, focusing on helping agencies manage every part of their operations with confidence. Over the years we have gained a specialty in billing, specifically Medicaid, and recently expanded our services to support agencies with all third party billing needs.   By combining deep expertise with proven results, CareTime gives providers the tools and support to keep reimbursement flowing while they stay focused on care.

All Home Care Matters and our host, Lance A. Slatton were honored to welcome Josh H. Hickman as guest to the show.   About Josh H. Hickman:   Josh H. Hickman was born in Washington D.C. and raised in various parts of Texas. He studied painting and sculpture at the Booker T. Washington High School for Performing and Visual Arts in Dallas, TX, later studying writing and film at the University of Texas at Austin.   A national award-winning journalist, his previous comic novels and short story collections include Through Tick & Tinn: The True Story of the Greatest Unknown Comedy Team Ever Known, Five Slices of Fear: A Connoisseur's Hoagie of Horror, Ambergris, The Kinfolk: Cult of Sex & Cheese, I Am Luney: The Untold Story of the World's Naughtiest Man, and Songs in the Key of H: Tales of Irony and Insinuation.   He has also produced three albums of spoken-word/music "word-jazz" albums, A Handful of Love, Something for the Ladies, and This House Is Haunted. After living and working in Hollywood for fourteen years, he returned to Dallas in 2019. His writing has appeared in anthologies such as the Central Texas Writer's Society and Beyond 2024 and publications such as Hindsight literary magazine and Park Cities People and Preston Hollow People newspapers.   Also a noted artist, his paintings have been shown in various group and solo exhibitions in Texas and California. He lives with his dog Sammy in Dallas, Texas.   About Forgetting:   Forgetting chronicles the unexpected life circumstances which led author Josh Hickman to his three-plus year journey of solo caregiving for a mother with whom he had a very difficult relationship. Left with the responsibility of taking care of her as her dementia set in, he shares his personal insights and struggles learning how to navigate through the process. This book is a highly relevant, timely and valuable resource for young people currently dealing with this evolving dilemma, who might have lived through it or who might be experiencing it in the near future.

Conscious Caregiving with L & L is "Tackling the Tough Conversations."   The topic of this episode is "Caring for Seniors" featuring hosts Lori La Bey and Lance A. Slatton.   About 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.   About 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.

The Care Advocates is brought to you by the All Home Care Matters Media team and focuses 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.   The Care Advocates are co-hosted by Lance A. Slatton & Dr. George Ackerman.   The Care Advocates are honored to welcome, Debbie Compton as guest to the show.    About Debbie Compton:   From navigating the toughest caregiving challenges to inspiring hope and laughter, Debbie Compton is on a mission to empower caregivers worldwide. She's out to reduce their stress, help them avoid burnout, and learn to laugh again. A three-time primary caregiver herself, Debbie turns her personal experiences with Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, and vascular dementia into invaluable support and resources for others.   Her latest book is a collaboration of 21 experts from 4 countries. The Caregiver's Advocate volumes 1 and 2 offer action steps for caregivers to reduce their stress, learn helpful information, and understand they are not alone. Plus, there is a full chapter of Resources to help, inspire, and support caregivers!   Both books are International Bestsellers! Debbie is a speaker on caregiver and dementia issues and teaches stress reduction for all. She is an Educator for the Alzheimer's Association and a Certified Caregiver Consultant and Advocate.   Debbie is one of only ten Virtual Dementia facilitators in Okla.

      All Home Care Matters and our host, Lance A. Slatton were honored to welcome Stephanie Ford as guest to the show.     About Stephanie Ford:   Stephanie is the founder of Life Stories with Steph, a video storytelling service dedicated to preserving personal and family histories. With a background in caregiving, hospice and training as an end-of-life doula, she is passionate about capturing the wisdom and experiences of those who came before us.   Through her work, Stephanie helps individuals and families preserve their most meaningful memories and legacies, ensuring they will be cherished and remembered for generations to come.

All Home Care Matters and our host, Lance A. Slatton were honored to welcome Pam Cusick as guest to the show.   About Pam Cusick, Senior Vice President at Rare Patient Voice:   Pam Cusick is an experienced research professional with more than 30 years of expertise in study design, implementation, and analysis. Her background in public health communications and research, coupled with her passion for patient advocacy, dovetail with Rare Patient Voice's mission and vision. She hopes to expand Rare Patient Voice's panels to include all patients and caregivers who want to share their opinions and impact their disease category.   Pam earned a BA in Psychology from Sweet Briar College, and a MA in Psychology from the New School for Social Research. She is Past-President of the Board of Directors and Scientific Advisory Council Lead for the Horses and Humans Research Foundation. In addition, Pam has recently been named a Laureate by the Insights Association! This recognition, given by peers across the industry, is a true lifetime honor—and she is "still taking it all in."   As Senior Vice President, Pam's focus is on the continued growth and success of RPV, with an eye on client services, business development, and oversight of patient outreach, panel management, and marketing.   About Rare Patient Voice:   Rare Patient Voice, LLC connects patients and family caregivers of rare and non-rare diseases with opportunities to share their opinions with companies and researchers by participating in all types of research studies. These include surveys and phone interviews, online bulletin boards, focus groups, clinical trials, and more.   While RPV began with a focus on rare diseases, we now welcome patients and family caregivers living with all medical conditions. We currently cover more than 1,500 rare and non-rare diseases and conditions. Over the years, we have paid patients and family caregivers over $15 million for participating in research.   We work with thousands of organizations, patient advocacy groups, and individuals to spread the word about RPV. Since launching in the United States in 2013, RPV has expanded across the globe. We now recruit patients and caregivers for research studies in the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Germany, Italy, France, Spain, Australia, and New Zealand.    

All Home Care Matters and our host, Lance A. Slatton were honored to welcome Kian Saneii as guest to the show.   About Kian Saneii Founder & CEO Independa, Inc.:   Kian Saneii is a serial entrepreneur and computer scientist, best known as the founder and CEO of Independa, an award winning health tech company delivering remote care solutions through computers, tablets, mobile phones and even TVs! His work helps people stay healthier at home longer, safer and more comfortably, while improving efficiency and effectiveness across senior care, homecare and healthcare systems.   Previously, Saneii held leadership roles at Websense, IPNet Solutions, and IMA, driving innovation in wireless, supply chain, and CRM technologies. He holds Computer Science undergrad and graduate degrees from NYU and Rutgers, respectively, and lives in Los Angeles, CA. Outside of work, he enjoys spending time with family, playing soccer, tennis, and cycling, and dabbling with the piano and drums.   About Independa, Inc.:   Independa, Inc., founded in 2009, is a leader in remote engagement, education and care solutions. Independa turns the everyday TV into a health and wellness hub, offering 24/7 access to telehealth services, games, wellness content, social engagement including video chat, in-home lab tests, and much more—improving access to health across the US.   Independa customers and partners enjoy top line growth, bottom line efficiencies, and brand elevation, and improving the lives and maintaining the health of those they serve. Independa provides solutions "From the Hospital to the Home, and everything in between."

All Home Care Matters and our host, Lance A. Slatton were honored to welcome Derek DeVos, Technical Sergeant (Retired), USAF as guest to the show. About Derek DeVos, Technical Sergeant (Retired), USAF: Derek raised his right hand in January 2009 and served over 15 years in the United States Air Force. From Utah to Alaska, the Republic of Korea to North Carolina and New Mexico, and through two deployments that tested every part of him, he carried both the pride and the weight of being an Airman. Derek's career ended early when PTSD and physical conditions caught up with him, and he was medically retired on September 15, 2024. Derek is now a 100% disabled veteran, continuing the mission through The PTSD, Inc., a nonprofit he founded in Statesville, NC to ensure veterans and families don't have to fight alone. About The PTSD: The PTSD, Inc. is a disabled veteran-founded nonprofit based in Statesville, NC, built from lived experience. Our mission is to reduce barriers for veterans and their families by providing peer-led support, community-driven resources, and practical tools that restore stability and hope. We believe every veteran deserves a clear path forward, and no family should have to fight PTSD alone. We keep it simple: • The PATH – veterans walking together through peer-led support groups. • The HUB – a one-stop resource navigation center, that ends dead ends and red tape in the system. • BRAVE TAILS – veterans and shelter dogs healing side by side . • The AIMS – adaptive memory and accountability support, helping track spirals and wins. • The 2nd Front – our fastest-growing lane, designed for caregivers, spouses, and families. Behind every veteran is a second front line: caregivers carrying the invisible weight. This program gives them a peer-led community of their own, with respite, tools, and recognition. All Home Care Matters was one of the first to recognize and amplify this vision , proving the urgency and resonance of supporting caregivers. It's not theory. It's lived experience turned into action, a closed-loop ecosystem designed to scale across communities, reduce crisis events, and strengthen families.

Conscious Caregiving with L & L is "Tackling the Tough Conversations." The topic of this episode is "Planning & Seniors" featuring hosts Lori La Bey and Lance A. Slatton. About 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. About 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.

All Home Care Matters and our host, Lance A. Slatton were honored to welcome Darlene Fuchs as guest to the show.   About Darlene Fuchs: Darlene Fuchs's writing is shaped by grief and the kind of love that doesn't let go. Her memoir, Get In The Boat, began as a vow to her father and became a raw, clear-eyed account of staying when everything else falls away. She gives voice to the ache behind closed doors—and to the quiet kind of love that keeps showing up, even when no one sees it.   About "Get In The Boat":   Richard didn't just watch his wife disappear—he lived it. Dementia stripped Gail down memory by memory, until she became a ghost inside the body he still kissed goodnight. He stayed. Through the blank stares, the violent confusion, the heartbreak on repeat. Then came the gut punch no one sees coming: their great-grandson.   A brain tumor. Terminal.    Another slow-motion goodbye. And just as the grief settled, COVID slammed the door shut. No visitors. No help. Just Richard—grief rotting in one room, and a slow death unraveling in the other.   Get In The Boat is not a soft-focus memoir. It's raw. It's real. It's what love looks like when memory is gone, hope is thin, and staying feels like breaking.   Because sometimes love looks like hell. And you walk through it anyway. 

All Home Care Matters and our host, Lance A. Slatton were honored to welcome Mary Fridley as guest to the show.   About Mary Fridley:   A long-time community builder, group therapist and passionate developmentalist, Mary Fridley is on the faculty at the East Side Institute, where she co-created and leads The Joy of Dementia (You Gotta Be Kidding!) and leads Reimagining Dementia: A Creative Coalition for Justice, an international effort to creatively transform the “tragedy narrative” of dementia. She is also a guest columnist for agebuzz.com.   About Reimagining Dementia: A Creative Coalition for Justice:   Reimagining Dementia: A Creative Coalition for Justice brings together people living with dementia, care partners, community members, activists and allies, helping professionals, artists, academics and others who believe in creativity (of all kinds) as an innovative way to transform the stigma and stereotypes of dementia and the inequities experienced by people living with it, and to effect individual and social transformation.   With 1,100 plus members in 50 countries, the Coalition is a grassroots catalyst for change and a visible “hub” and community of support for all. In 2023, we launched Taking It to the Streets, which invites members and allies to host public-facing events, activities, and conversations that present creative, collaborative and hope-filled alternatives to the fear, stigma and hopelessness surrounding dementia.    

The Care Advocates is brought to you by the All Home Care Matters Media team and focuses 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.   The Care Advocates are honored to welcome, Tony Lynch as guest to the show.   About Tony Lynch:   Tony Lynch, men's grief coach, program designer, conference host, host of the grief let's talk about it podcast, co-host of The connectwork, graphic novelist, editor in chief of Grief Talk magazine, international best seller, guest speaker, and founder of the non-profit Memories of Us Ltd/The Global Grief Network.

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 16 - "Family Caregiver":   About Madeline Bastida:   My name is Madeline Bastida, but most people call me Maddy. I'm a proud Puerto Rican from New York City, now living in Washington State. I'm a daughter, advocate, and creative soul navigating life while caring for my dad, Fernando, who is living with Alzheimer's.   Our journey began when my dad started showing early signs of memory loss, when he lived in Puerto Rico, and everything changed. I felt overwhelmed and alone, unsure of where to turn. But over time, I realized that this wasn't just a diagnosis, it was a chance to connect deeper, love harder, and find purpose through pain.   That's why I created my platform to share real, joyful, and honest moments between me and my dad, to remind others they're not alone. From dancing through sundowning episodes to finding peace in small wins, I've made it my mission to advocate for caregivers and those living with dementia or Alzheimer's.   I also volunteer for the Alzheimer's Association since they helped me a lot, I want to provide support. and I recently launched a fundraiser and awareness campaign through my Mindful Memory Solutions a website that I just created.

All Home Care Matters and our host, Lance A. Slatton were honored to welcome Anne S. Royer & Robert W. Royer as guests to the show.   About Anne S. Royer: Anne's background and interests have included family, volunteering, and her love of art, painting and photography that began while living in Santa Fe and continues today.   About Robert W. Royer: Robert is a semi-retired real estate developer specializing in residential, mixed-use, and resort properties.   About Meal Lifter®: The Meal Lifter® eating aid was created to assist individuals suffering from Parkinson's, Alzheimer's, dementia, Cerebral Palsy, Essential Tremors, autism, strokes, injuries, learning disabilities, and age-related conditions that make it difficult to eat independently.    

All Home Care Matters and our host, Lance A. Slatton were honored to welcome Jonathan Cottor as guest to the show.   About Jonathan Cottor, MBA, MPH. :   Jonathan Cottor is a devoted father whose journey with his son Ryan, diagnosed with Spinal Muscular Atrophy at 9 months old, profoundly shaped his life. Ryan defied expectations, living an extraordinary 17 years until his death in December 2018. Inspired by their experience, Jonathan and his wife co-founded Ryan House, a pioneering children's respite, palliative, and hospice care home in Phoenix, Arizona.   After a 30-year career in corporate marketing and leadership, Ryan's death became the catalyst for Jonathan to align his work with his passion. He earned a Master of Public Health (MPH) from the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, specializing in policy and advocacy, along with a certificate in Maternal and Child Health.   Jonathan is now a recognized national thought leader in pediatric palliative care.   He has been instrumental in building a coalition of community-based pediatric palliative care home models, culminating in the creation of the National Center for Pediatric Palliative Care Homes and its flagship initiative, Children's Respite Homes of America.   About National Center for Pediatric Palliative Care Homes (NCPPCH):   The National Center for Pediatric Palliative Care Homes (NCPPCH) is a national nonprofit advancing an innovative solution: local, community-based homes that provide overnight respite, palliative, and hospice care tailored to the needs of medically fragile children and young adults, particularly those with life-limiting conditions.      

All Home Care Matters and our host, Lance A. Slatton were honored to welcome Dr. Malinda Shultice as guest to the show.   About Dr. Malinda Shultice:   Dr. Malinda Shultice is a professor at Iowa State University and Barcelona Executive Business School, as well as the founder and CEO of M.S. Healthcare Consulting, a firm dedicated to training and developing leaders in the healthcare industry. She earned her Doctorate in Health Sciences from MCPHS University in Boston in 2022.   Before moving into higher education in 2023, Malinda spent years managing continuing care retirement communities in the senior living sector. It was a role that demanded adaptability every single day—whether adjusting to new regulations, finding creative ways to support staff, or responding to the changing needs of residents and their families.   Those experiences shaped her passion for connecting generations and building a strong, flexible workforce that can deliver quality care in an ever-changing healthcare world.   About M.S. Healthcare Consulting:   Through keynote speaking, interactive workshops, and executive coaching, I help leaders and organizations cultivate that curiosity while also building practical skills to lead effectively. Whether it's inspiring a room full of professionals, guiding teams through hands-on problem solving, or supporting executives one-on-one, my mission is the same: to empower healthcare leaders to become confident, curious, and impactful in their spheres of influence.   1. Seminars & Workshops: Interactive sessions on a variety of healthcare-related topics that address pressing issues such as burnout, low morale, high turnover, and lack of team engagement. (See the Courses tab for details.)   2. One-on-One Mentoring: Personalized coaching for healthcare administrators and staff. Designed to help individuals build resilience, improve leadership skills, and create strategies to reduce stress and disengagement.   3. Small Group Trainings: Tailored training for teams or community groups. These sessions focus on strengthening collaboration, boosting morale, and developing practical solutions to reduce turnover and improve workplace culture.   4. Speaking Engagements: Inspiring and practical presentations for audiences of any size—ideal for conferences, staff meetings, or community events. Topics center on building healthier work environments and addressing burnout and disengagement.   Connect with Dr. Malinda Shultice: Official Website:  https://www.malindashultice.com 

All Home Care Matters and our host, Lance A. Slatton were honored to welcome George Koenig as guest to the show.   About George Koenig:   George Koenig is the Founder and CEO of eCaregivers. He has 22+ years of licensed and accredited home care agency ownership and deep expertise in the home care industry. He founded eCaregivers with a vision to democratize home care for the better with a mission of empowering families with the tools to access safe, affordable, and transparent home care and care providers with autonomy, safety, and flexibility.   About eCaregivers:   eCaregivers is an online platform where families can find & manage 1-1 private home care, saving 30-50% compared to traditional agency costs. eCaregivers also partners with traditional home care channels. By collaborating with assisted living facilities, CCRCs, long-term care insurers, and other organizations, eCaregivers helps traditional providers supplement their services with additional private-pay care opportunities, increasing staff retention and resident care continuity.   Families or residents can join in under 10 minutes for as low as $9.99/month to find care by posting a job & receiving applicants or searching our database of local Care Providers. Easily choose the right match using eCaregivers' built-in messaging, safe & secure phone / video interviews, verification and background check features! eCaregivers has made it easier and safer than ever to manage private care, giving agency-like care management tools directly to families.   Users can utilize care scheduling, GPS-verified clock-in and clock-outs, backup-care arrangements, automatic payments, family split-billing, and more. Families can engage Care Providers as a 1099 or W2 and premium plan holders can enjoy the protection of liability, auto, and occupational insurance protections. Care Providers can join eCaregivers for free and begin applying to local jobs in less than 10 minutes. eCaregivers empowers Care Providers by giving them the tools to set their own rates, hours, and employment relationships.   Care Providers keep 100% of their earnings—eCaregivers takes no commission. eCaregivers operates nationwide with over 10,000 Care Providers, and more users are joining every day. Built by industry experts, eCaregivers is truly a complete solution for both families and traditional home care models.

All Home Care Matters and our host, Lance A. Slatton were honored to welcome Paul Wynn as guest to the show.   About Paul Wynn:   Paul Wynn has been part of the caregiving community for more than a decade, both as a family caregiver and as a healthcare writer. He is a featured author in the new book, The Caregiver's Advocate Vol. 2, where he shares his experience as a sandwich generation caregiver, balancing the needs of aging relatives and young children.   Professionally, Paul has led communications and patient advocacy work for biopharmaceutical companies, collaborating with organizations like the American Cancer Society, Alzheimer's Association, Muscular Dystrophy Association, and many grassroots organizations.   Through his work, Paul has recognized that patients and caregivers all have stories, but not all of them have a voice to speak up. Giving patients and their caregivers the opportunity to be heard and share their insights and inspiring stories has been the central focus of Paul's work as an author and communications and patient advocacy specialist.   Connect with Paul Wynn: Official Website:  https://www.paulwynn.com

All Home Care Matters and our host, Lance A. Slatton were honored to welcome the team from the National Down Syndrome Society as guests to the show.   About Margot Rhondeau:   Margot Rhondeau is the Senior Director of Health & Wellness for the National Down Syndrome Society (NDSS) where she leads the creation of resources and programming to improve health and wellness within the Down syndrome community. Margot joined NDSS in 2020, bringing 14 years of experience working in the health space, both internationally and nationally, to overcome barriers to care and increase health services and programs for underserved populations.   Margot is the proud mother of a child with Down syndrome. She enjoys hiking, taking her children on adventures and advocating for inclusion and acceptance.   About Charlotte Woodward:   All Home Care Matters and our host, Lance A. Slatton were honored to welcome the team from the National Down Syndrome Society as guests to the show. About Margot Rhondeau: Margot Rhondeau is the Senior Director of Health & Wellness for the National Down Syndrome Society (NDSS) where she leads the creation of resources and programming to improve health and wellness within the Down syndrome community. Margot joined NDSS in 2020, bringing 14 years of experience working in the health space, both internationally and nationally, to overcome barriers to care and increase health services and programs for underserved populations. Margot is the proud mother of a child with Down syndrome. She enjoys hiking, taking her children on adventures and advocating for inclusion and acceptance. About Charlotte Woodward: Charlotte Woodward is the Education Program Associate for the National Down Syndrome Society (NDSS) where she supports the development of education-related resources and educational policy initiatives.   Charlotte was born with Down syndrome, as well as a heart condition, and had four open-heart surgeries when she was young. She is one of the very few people born with Down syndrome to receive a life-saving heart transplant, and she regularly shares her story to educate and advocate for others. Charlotte holds an associate degree from Northern Virginia Community College and recently graduated Suma Cum Laude from George Mason University with a bachelor's degree in sociology with a concentration in inequality and social change.     About Anna Fedewa:   Anna Fedewa is the Senior Manager of Government Relations for the National Down Syndrome Society (NDSS) where she leads and directs the organization's work to influence federal, state, and local policies and regulations that impact people with Down syndrome. Anna's passion for advocacy and disability rights grew from the friendships she made with individuals with Down syndrome and other disabilities as a young child and was further cultivated during her time teaching high school special education and working with her alma mater's inclusive post-secondary program.   About the National Down Syndrome Society (NDSS):   Founded in 1979, the National Down Syndrome Society (NDSS) empowers individuals with Down syndrome and their families by driving policy change, providing resources, engaging with local communities, and shifting public perceptions. NDSS engages grassroots advocates at the federal, state, and local levels and creates resources to support individuals with Down syndrome, their families, and caregivers across the lifespan on topics including education, employment, health and wellness, and aging. NDSS founded the National Buddy Walk® Program in 1995 and hosts community engagement events throughout the country including the New York City Buddy Walk® and Times Square Video, the NDSS Adult Summit, and the Down Syndrome Advocacy Conference. Visit www.ndss.org to learn more.   Advocacy & Policy:   NDSS advocates for federal, state, and local policies and regulations that positively impact people with Down syndrome across the country and affirm their human rights. Through grassroots advocacy, NDSS empowers community advocates to work with Congress and federal agencies, as well as state and local officials, to develop and improve policies and regulations for the benefit of the Down syndrome community.   NDSS further empowers individuals with Down syndrome, their families, and other community members to influence policy at the NDSS Down Syndrome Advocacy Conference in Washington, D.C. The NDSS legislative agenda spans the life of individuals with Down syndrome from birth to adulthood including healthcare, education, employment, and economic self-sufficiency.   Resources & Support:   NDSS is committed to providing individuals with Down syndrome, their families, caregivers, and the public with information to support them from birth to end of life. Through events, videos, publications, and our website, NDSS provides free resources on a variety of topics including health, wellness, education, employment, adulthood and aging, financial wellness, and information for new and expectant parents. Our Adult Summit conference addresses the needs of teens and adults with practical resources and educational opportunities for individuals with Down syndrome, families, caregivers, and professionals.   Community Engagement:   NDSS community engagement events and activities celebrate our loved ones with Down syndrome, raise awareness among the public, and connect individuals and families within the community. Through our scholarships, grants, and awards program, NDSS supports individuals with Down syndrome in pursuing their dreams.   Connect with the National Down Syndrome Society: Official Website: https://ndss.org

All Home Care Matters and our host, Lance A. Slatton were honored to welcome the team from Bridgetown Music Therapy as guests to the show.   About: Alexis Baker, MT-BC, CDP   Alexis is the founder & owner of Bridgetown Music Therapy. Alexis is a board-certified music therapist, certified dementia practitioner, and founder of Bridgetown Music Therapy. Passionate about using music to make a difference in the lives of older adults, her mission is to spark joy and connection through meaningful music engagement.   In 2020, she became the innovator of Singing at Home and Music with Alexis, virtual music engagement programs for older adults living with dementia. In 2024, she co-authored the book “The Caregiver's Advocate: A Complete Guide to Support and Resources”.   About Lindsey Bretzman, CDP:   Lindsey is a passionate Life Enrichment professional, who after caring for her grandfather for many years, began working in senior living in 2010. She has worked in a variety of senior living settings and is credentialed as a Certified Activity Director and Certified Dementia Practitioner.   Lindsey's "heart work" and dedication has earned her program awards through both the Oregon Healthcare Association and LeadingAge Oregon. In the fall of 2022, Lindsey joined the Bridgetown Music Therapy team as Life Enrichment Specialist.   About Tyler Mizak:   Tyler is the LifeStages Activity Director and LifeStories Memory Care Director, Colonial Courtyard at Bedford. He is also the host of the Ageless Adventures podcast, where he shares inspiring stories and insights from the world of senior living and real life Residents.   A passionate advocate for older adults, Tyler is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for seniors through creativity, connection, and meaningful engagement in the larger public community.    About Bridgetown Music Therapy:   Bridgetown Music Therapy's mission is to make a difference in the lives of individuals living with dementia using the power of music. With services facilitated by passionate, talented board-certified music therapists and certified dementia practitioners, they spark joy and connection through meaningful music engagement.   They value providing programs that are engaging, therapeutic, high-quality, versatile, accessible, affordable, and dementia friendly. Their programs also provide respite to tired, busy, and overwhelmed caregivers.

All Home Care Matters and our host, Lance A. Slatton were honored to welcome esteemed author Eliezer Sobel as guest to the show.   About Eliezer Sobel:   Eliezer is the author of The Silver Lining of Alzheimer's: One Son's Journey Into the Mystery, as well as two picture books for people with Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia, Blue Sky, White Clouds: A Book for Memory-Challenged Adults, and L'Chaim! Pictures to Evoke Memories of Jewish Life. He has also published Minyan: Ten Jewish Men in a World That is Heartbroken, selected by National Book Award winner John Casey as the winner of the Peter Taylor Prize for the Novel, among 400 entries.   Also, The 99th Monkey: A Spiritual Journalist's Misadventures with Gurus, Messiahs, Sex, Psychedelics and Other Consciousness-Raising Experiments; Wild Heart Dancing: A One-Day Personal Quest to Liberate the Artist & Lover Within; The Dark Light of the Soul/Encounters with Gabrielle Roth; an e-book titled Why I Am Not Enlightened, and he blogs for PsychologyToday.com.   Eliezer has also led creativity workshops and silent meditation retreats around the U.S.; he is a certified teacher of Gabrielle Roth's 5Rhythms® conscious movement practice; has served as a hospital chaplain; was the publisher of two magazines, The New Sun and the Wild Heart Journal; served as Music Director for several children's theater companies on both coasts, and taught music in two alternative high schools. Also an amateur painter, he and Shari reside in Red Bank, New Jersey with their two cats, Shlomo and Nudnick.

The Care Advocates is brought to you by the All Home Care Matters Media team and focuses 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.   The Care Advocates is hosted by Lance A. Slatton & Dr. George Ackerman, also known as Sharon's son George.   The Care Advocates are honored to welcome the sisters from "Confessions of a Reluctant Caregiver" J.J. Elliott Hill & Natalie Elliott Handy as guests to the show.   About J.J. Elliott Hill, MBA:   J.J. is a finance executive turned entrepreneur, caregiver advocate, and podcast co-host. With over 17 years in commercial banking, she advised small to mid-sized businesses on strategic growth, asset management, and navigating regulatory and merger transitions. But in 2013, a corporate downsizing shifted her trajectory—leading her to co-found three startups spanning retail, manufacturing, and real estate.   In 2023, J.J. co-founded the Confessions of a Reluctant Caregiver podcast to raise awareness for the 53 million Americans caring for loved ones—just like she has done since 2019 for her mother, a 22-year Parkinson's patient. What began as a personal story has grown into a global caregiving platform, with over 300,000 monthly downloads and listeners in 54 countries. Today, Confessions is more than a podcast—it's a movement, offering training, keynote speaking, and advocacy that centers and elevates the caregiver voice.   In 2024, J.J. brought that same strategic mindset to the caregiving space as co-founder and CFO of CareForward, a public benefit company dedicated to supporting caregivers and the communities around them through technology-driven solutions and volunteer networks.   She holds a B.A. in Economics from Hollins College and an MBA in Executive Management from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. J.J. is a Certified Aging in Place Specialist (CAPS) and is completing her certification as a Caregiving Consultant, Educator, and Facilitator through The Caregiving Years Academy.   About Natalie Elliott Handy, MSW:   Natalie is a seasoned healthcare executive with over 25 years of experience in health and human services. She is the CEO of CareForward, a technology-driven platform that connects individuals in crisis with volunteers and partner organizations to meet urgent, short-term needs and improve long-term outcomes. Natalie is also the CEO of Handy Innovative Solutions, a consulting firm focused on trauma-informed, evidence-based strategies for child welfare and behavioral health systems, specializing in transitioning high-acuity youth from congregate care into stable, family-based placements.   Natalie co-hosts the global podcast Confessions of a Reluctant Caregiver with her sister, JJ Elliott-Hill. The show, ranked in the top 5% of podcasts globally and streamed in over 54 countries with 300K+ monthly downloads and streams, brings authenticity, humor, and hope to caregiving conversations. Through storytelling, education, and advocacy, the podcast provides a supportive space for caregivers worldwide.   A passionate advocate, Natalie has served in leadership roles across mental health, foster care, and healthcare systems, including CEO of multiple psychiatric treatment facilities and VP of Government Affairs at Health Connect America. She speaks nationally on caregiving, crisis response, and community solutions.   Learn more about the Self-Care at Sea Cruise: Official Website: https://www.funseas.com/self-care

All Home Care Matters and our host, Lance A. Slatton were honored to welcome Dr. James Vickers as guest to the show.     About Dr. James Vickers:   Dr. Vickers is a Distinguished Professor at the University of Tasmania and the Director of The Wicking Dementia Research & Education Center.     Distinguished Prof Vickers has an extensive track record in interventional cohort studies, cognition, neurogenetics, health services research and neuroscience research, and has published over 200 refereed articles. Distinguished Prof Vickers has held several national leadership roles, such as President of the Australasian Neuroscience Society (ANS, 2014–2016) and Chair of the Scientific Panel of the Alzheimer's Australia Dementia Research Foundation (2014-2016).   He was awarded a Doctor of Science from University of Tasmania in 2005 in recognition of his contribution to neuroscience research. He is a Board Member of the Dementia Australia Research Foundation and a member of the Dementia Expert Reference Group for the Australian Government Department of Health, Disability and Ageing.   About The Wicking Dementia Research & Education Center:   The Wicking Dementia Centre was established in 2008 with seed funding from the J.O. and J.R. Wicking Trust. The Wicking Centre has an academic mission to undertake globally recognised and high-impact research and education. Research themes relate to the prevention, cause and care of dementia.   Teaching programs include formal university courses at the undergraduate and postgraduate level through to a suite of free online courses, including MOOCs on major neurological conditions.   The social mission of the Centre is centred on making a difference in the lives of people living with dementia and their carers.  

All Home Care Matters and our host, Lance A. Slatton were honored to welcome AlzAuthors and filmmakers to discuss the upcoming AlzAuthors Film Festival.   About the Filmmakers and their Films:   Sept 8: Mary Crescenzo and her film, “Planet A”   Synopsis: Planet A   Planet A reveals the good, bad, and ugly secrets, thoughts and frustrations of past lives and present realities of Alzheimer's patients, their caregivers and family members. Follow Pauline and others who reside at a care home, when an arts practitioner working with residents unlocks the door to this world through an interwoven narrative of monologues and dialogs from distinct points of view. Planet A bears witness to both inhabitants and visitors who enter this terrain and shines a light in the darkness of this disease. Enter this land of revelation and unintentional masquerade where anyone can be called to reside.   Sept 22: Susie Singer Carter and her film, “No Country For Old People”   Synopsis: “No Country For Old People”   A filmmaker chronicles her mother's last 6 months in a 5-star nursing home exposing the systemic, deadly, profit-over-people business model. No Country For Old People is a scorching documentary posed to set the long term care industry, policy makers, and the country ablaze. Shining a much-needed light on what is truly a national human emergency, it is a clarion call for serious change.   October 6th: Frank Silverstein and his film “Lousy: Love in the Time of Dementia”   Synopsis: LOUSY: Love in the Time of Dementia   LOUSY: Love in the Time of Dementia is a front-row seat to ground-game dementia: its impact on my parents' life and our family's response. My parents cling to each other— singing, shouting and dancing— defying a world that overwhelms them. This film documents how their love helps them cope with their dementia and each other, and explores how this reality has restructured our family connections to each other and to the world. Full of painful humor and raw emotion, the film watches our family responding in real time, as we are forced to revise our relationships and rules for engagement on the fly.   November 10th: Kitty Norton and her documentary "Wine, Women, and Dementia"   Synopsis: "Wine, Women, and Dementia:   The documentary feature, Wine, Women, & Dementia, tells the tale of dementia life through the lens of the family caregivers who strive to accept the beauty and the brutality, the hilarious and the horrific - for themselves and their dementia person. It is a road trip around the U.S. in celebration of family caregivers and that swinging dementia lifestyle. Over glasses of wine the caregivers swap tales of love, humor, devotion, and death and most importantly how to honor LIFE on the long road to death.   December 8th: C. Nathan Brown and his film, “The Present”   Synopsis: "The Present":   Celebrating Christmas isn't the same for Mya and her family since her mother died from Alzheimer's disease. But a Christmas miracle could be in store.   Connect and Register for the AlzAuthors Film Festival: Official Website: https://www.alzauthors.com 

All Home Care Matters and our host, Lance A. Slatton were honored to welcome Michele Bolton as guest to the show.   About Michele Bolton:   Michele Bolton, Founder and CEO of MY911 Inc., is a Canadian entrepreneur redefining healthcare technology. Inspired by personal health challenges and a profound commitment to patient empowerment, she established MY911® to revolutionize emergency medical communications, seamlessly connecting patients, first responders, and healthcare professionals. With an illustrious career spanning 30 years in agriculture and wealth management simultaneously, Michele brings a unique blend of expertise to her visionary leadership.   Her innovative approach, rooted in empathy and a dedication to enhancing the patient experience, has positioned MY911® as a pioneering, patient-centric solution that has transformed the healthcare landscape. Michele's trailblazing efforts have garnered international recognition, earned her an invitation to Global Healthcare Week in Abu Dhabi and prominent features in esteemed publications such as Forbes, Business Insider, MSN, and Insights Success, among others. Through her unwavering commitment to empowering patients as active participants in their healthcare journey, Michele continues to drive transformative change on a global scale.   About MY911 Inc.:   MY911 Inc. is a service that provides users with a customized wallet card displaying a QR code linked to an online profile, designed to streamline emergency medical communications through written and smart technology for patients and healthcare professionals. The user is in control of their online profile, and fills out the information they wish to share. MY911 Inc. is a company founded in London, Ontario, Canada.   CEO Michele Bolton started the service after her own challenges with the healthcare system. It's comforting to see others experience the same benefits of streamlined medical communications she personally receives from using her innovative, customized MY911® wallet card. A MY911® subscription makes a great gift, providing loved ones with awareness, peace of mind, and convenience! 

      All Home Care Matters and our host, Lance A. Slatton (@lanceaslatton) were honored to welcome Andrew Karesa CEO and Founder of @bluebellvillage as guest to the show.     About Andrew Karesa:   Andrew Karesa is a member of the Muskeg Lake Cree Nation and a proud husband and father of two young sons.   After witnessing how his family coped to support his grandmother with her Alzheimer's diagnosis, Andrew realized he needed to take action. This inspired the creation of blueBell Village, aimed at Restoring the Personhood and Independence of those living with dementia™. With blueBell, Andrew has seen lives transformed for both individuals living with dementia and their caregivers, and he is passionate about fostering a world where care is tailored to each individual's needs.   Additionally, he is pursuing his doctorate at the University of Calgary, where his research explores Indigenous entrepreneurship in the health sector, with a particular focus on the role of data in new venture creation. Andrew also holds an MBA from the University of Alberta. Before founding blueBell Village, he worked as a practicing engineer in the energy sector.     About blueBell Village:   blueBell Village is a health innovation company rooted in Indigenous values, dedicated to transforming the dementia care experience for families and caregivers. Founded in Canada, blueBell Village focuses on bridging clinical best practices with cultural and community-based knowledge to improve quality of life for people living with dementia—particularly in underserved and Indigenous communities.   Its flagship tool, blueBell Connect, is a digital support platform that helps care teams deliver personalized, culturally appropriate, and clinically grounded care. Unlike traditional caregiver tools, Connect doesn't just share information—it guides action. It enables caregivers to coordinate with one another, share updates in real time, and receive recommendations that are tailored to the specific needs, routines, and cultural contexts of the individual they support. With a focus on inclusion, personalization, and dignity, blueBell Village is building tools that meet people where they are—and helping communities take care of their own.        

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 15 - "Caregiving Love":   About Mary Whitehead:   Mark & I have been partners in life since our first date, a Heart concert, in 1978 followed by our marriage in 1979. Together we raised two children, and along the way we helped care and provide for parents & grandparents throughout their illnesses and aging in place or in senior living centers. I call myself a care partner vs. caregiver because Mark does not need my assistance for everyday tasks. We both use our strengths that complement each other on this path with Parkinson's and several other chronic illnesses he lives with.   My late mother was my inspiration. In my mid-teens I watched her, over the course of two years, lovingly care for my dying father (lung cancer). I could not have had a better, in-home example of someone who did everything, including care for him, with love. I am married to the most wonderful man who insisted that my mom live with us for what totaled the last 12 years of her life so that she could have a comfortable life with no expenses and be cared for by us after having a massive heart attack two years before she passed away.   When Mark was 47, as we became empty nesters and were poised to live out some dreams that were not feasible during our first 2+ decades together, a diagnosis of young onset Parkinson's Disease brought our hopes, plans, and his career to a screeching halt. But it couldn't completely stop this incredible human being, artist, musician/composer, man of many hobbies and a higher math maniac. I like to tease him about trying to share multi-page equations with me for discussion. Side note: he even took an online math course through MIT and I insisted that he buy one of their hoodies to wear proudly. There is so much to Mark that we could never cover in one conversation but rather than dwell on the PD, he prefers to pursue and concentrate on what he CAN do.   We cultivate humor and wit in our relationship. That's where “Tenacious M” - my care partner/gansta moniker comes from. I combine it with my Cornermam enthusiasm to encourage Mark's boxing workouts (excellent for PD) and – like a beagle in a brush pile - I pursue every challenge face head on, whether it's an insurance or pharmacy snafu, etc. Together, we face every aspect of living with PD. And we are both are dedicated PD research participants at Washington Univ., St. Louis, MO, also the location of Mark's neuro, Dr. Joel Perlmutter (definitely the top doc). I, along with two of our friends are in the non-PD control group. We all have pledged to donate our brains at the end of our lives for PD research.   In 2013, inspired by a Parkinsons Foundation resource kit, we created a PD Awareness & Research fundraising blitz, raising nearly $3k for Dr. P's research. Friends, family & my coworkers held Pancakes for PD, Dine-out nights, a proclamation by our city mayor, and, among many other activities, we raffled a beautiful quilt that Mark & I designed, and I did the hand-embroidery.   Like the motto in our Parkinson's & Dystonia private FaceBook group, we will never give up.   And I'd like to credit the group's founder/lead admin, Erika, for creating a safe and supporting space for people with PD and the caregivers & care partners.

All Home Care Matters and our host, Lance A. Slatton  are honored to welcome Kimberly Anderson as guest to the show.     About Kimberly Anderson, Director of Business Development at QuickChange Wrap for Men by UI Medical :     Kimberly Anderson is the Director of Business Development at UI Medical, makers of the QuickChange® Wrap—a urine management device for men. With over 20 years in the medical field, she spent the last eight traveling nationwide to educate healthcare providers on QuickChange, previously serving as UI Medical's Director of Clinical Education. Kimberly is passionate about restoring dignity for men with incontinence and supporting caregivers through education on alternatives to traditional devices, helping to prevent UTIs, dermatitis, and pressure injuries.     About UI Medical the Makers of the QuckChange 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 www.quickchange.com.  

    All Home Care Matters and our host, Lance A. Slatton were honored to welcome Natalie Black as guest to the show.     About Natalie Black Chief Executive Officer, Comfort Keepers, North America:   Natalie joined CK Franchising, Inc. in October 2023 as Chief Executive Officer. She is a passionate and highly intuitive leader with professional experience across the healthcare, financial services and entertainment industries. Natalie joined Sodexo in 2015 as Director of Strategy and Franchise Business Development and later served in leadership roles including CFO of Worldwide Home Care and COO of Worldwide Home Care at Sodexo.   Natalie earned a Bachelor of Science in Financial Mathematics and Statistics from University of California Santa Barbara and a Master of Business Administration from Pepperdine Graziadio Business School.     About Comfort Keepers:     For 25 years, Comfort Keepers® has been Elevating the Human SpiritSM through its in-home care network for seniors and other adults by empowering them to maintain their independence and realize joy in the everyday moments. Comfort Keepers operates a franchise network that has grown to more than 600 locations in the U.S. and Canada, serving hundreds of thousands of clients since 1998.   The company's nationwide network employs thousands of caregivers, also known as Comfort Keepers®, who deliver joy through interactive caregiving by continually communicating with, involving, and engaging with seniors in everyday tasks and activities.        

All Home Care Matters and our host, Lance A. Slatton were honored to welcome Deanna Gerstel Harris as guest to the show.   About Deanna Gerstel Harris:   Deanna Gerstel Harris is a writer, director, producer, board-certified holistic health practitioner, and former creator of digital content for children with developmental disabilities. She was featured in Redbook Magazine's “Heroes: 10 Moms Who Are Changing the Face of Autism.” A caregiver for over 20 years, Deanna has served as a Fellow with Caring Across Generations, a national organization working to transform the way we care in this country. An experienced manager of Broadway, film, and television talent, Deanna's projects are deeply informed by her lived experience as both a caregiver and care recipient, as well as her passion for centering caregiver resilience and uplifting underrepresented voices and experiences.   About When We Care:   When We Care is an upcoming animated short film that explores the profound and urgent intersection of the climate and caregiving crises. With an Academy Award-winning animation director and a celebrated Disney composer, the film uses stunning animation and evocative music to tell a moving story of connection, resilience, and shared responsibility. At a time of deep societal polarization and ecological instability, When We Care offers a poetic reminder of the beauty that emerges when we care for one another—and for the environments we call home. Written and directed by Deanna Gerstel Harris and co-produced with Monica Lund and Marian Yeager, the film is deeply rooted in the personal experiences of its creator, who is among the 105 million caregivers impacted by America's growing care crisis.   As caregivers and global citizens, Deanna and the When We Care team bring a rare, authentic lens to a story that is both intimate and universal. Their creative vision underscores the growing urgency of two converging global challenges—how we care for people and how we care for the planet—and the opportunity to build a more compassionate and sustainable future.   Inspired by real-life events surrounding a beloved cherry blossom tree affectionately known as “Stumpy,” the film draws on both natural symbolism and lived experience to explore themes of care, interdependence, grief, joy, and endurance, and resilience.   When We Care is not only a visual and emotional experience—it is a call to action, urging audiences to rethink how we define compassion, strength, sustainability, and community in the face of overlapping crises. With its compelling narrative, artistic excellence, and social impact potential, When We Care explores finding resilience amidst the caregiving and climate crises through the challenges associated with sandwich generation caregiving, aging with dignity, pediatric cancer, the unhoused and homelessness, preserving our environment, and care of our veterans, while inviting viewers to imagine a world in which care, for each other and the Earth, is not a burden, but a shared value that binds us together and helps us all to thrive.