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Over the past 20 years, Lindsay has dedicated her career to transforming workplace cultures, leaders, teams, and individuals. She is now an executive coach and HR Consultant hoping to leverage her experience working with Fortune 500 companies and growing startups to help employees and companies thrive. Her insights into the unnecessary suffering being experienced in organizations inspired her upcoming book, Working Hell to Working Well: Making Your Company Work for You. She hopes her book helps people to find more choice and use their voice to further the conversation about workplace well-being. Lindsay lives with her family in the Los Angeles area and regularly chauffeurs two teens around town, with just enough time left to walk her giant dog, Bodie.

Andrea Waltz is a sales trainer, speaker, and co-author of the best-selling book Go for No! known for her unique approach to transforming rejection into success. She teaches audiences how to embrace "No" as a stepping-stone to growth, empowering them to break free from perfectionism and fear. With her engaging style, Andrea guides caregivers and professionals alike to ask for what they need and find resilience in every response

Dr. (Colonel) Josh McConkey is an award-winning/best-selling author and esteemed Emergency Physician with over two decades of clinical experience. He served as a professor at Duke University and maintains Board Certification in Emergency Medicine. With 22 years of military service, Dr. McConkey now commands the 459th Aeromedical Staging Squadron in the US Air Force Reserves, demonstrating exceptional leadership and dedication. Beyond his medical and military achievements, Dr. McConkey has been recognized for his contributions to education and community. He was honored in 2022 with induction into the Alliance, Nebraska Public Schools Hall of Fame and received the 2023 Distinguished Alumni Award from Chadron State College. A devoted father of three, his greatest passion lies in shaping future American leaders alongside his wife, Elsa, in Apex, North Carolina.

Karen Smith-Racicot C.F.C. Karen Justice M.B.A. Rebecca La Chance, Ph.D.M., Co-Authors of "Widows Among Us: Stories and Insights" The Three Widows, have authored a new book titled Widows Among Us that incorporates their stories and insights. Collectively, they have pulled back the curtain on widowhood and shared their angst, challenges, and grief, as well as ways in which they have created new futures for themselves.  Widowhood is a global story, and so is their book. Their relationship became personal in a hammam in Morocco. The book idea was envisioned in front of a fireplace overlooking the red rocks of Sedona. The manuscript was drafted, changed, edited, and reorganized in Maryland, Ohio, a rented home in Pittsburgh, and a condo in Panama City Beach. Almost anti-climatically, it was finalized on Zoom.  Today, they will share some aspects of their stories and insights with us.  Preferred show title: Before, During, And After Caregiving Preferred show hook/promo: No one wants to be prepared for the caregiving or death of a spouse, yet everyone wishes they had been

PIANO YOGA, Recharge & Relax through soothing piano music that you can create on a piano or keyboard within a few short minutes.  Sonny Stancarone can show anyone to make beautiful, healing, relaxing and rejuvenating music on a piano or keyboard within just a few short minutes. Through his piano yoga method which is based on breathing, relaxing and flowing principles and techniques he will demonstrate you will be amazed at how easy and natural piano playing can be (no standing on your head). His method is a completely different approach using little or no sheet music and emphasizes not to be perfect, and to do your own thing and see the piano as a healing energy machine. He is a professional piano player, educator, internet, and TV personality renowned for his pioneering video tours of his pianos for sale online before youtube came into existence.He is the owner of Sonny's Piano Enterprises, a nationwide online piano dealership specializing in buying and selling pre-owned Steinways. He is the host and producer of Sonny's Piano & Wellness TV Show airing on cable systems and online. He has an extensive background in health & fitness. He has taught thousands of yoga & stress management classes. Currently he promotes piano playing for health and well-being through his book Sonny's Piano Yoga and lectures and gives clinics both online and in person. Through his Stress Management & Wellness programs he has helped thousands of children and adults to reduce stress and anxiety

Irma Velasquez is a nonprofit leader and founder of organizations focusing on special education, the arts, and personal transformation. She received an honorary doctorate from the University of San Francisco for her contribution to the education community. Her unique experience has qualified her to guide parents and health professionals in navigating the complexities of the special education system.

Mr. Flaherty was a NYC advertising madman; creator & innkeeper of a five-star inn/conference center; author of five books; grandfather of four; His fifth book (about to come out) is LOVING LONGEVITY I'm 89 and have a ten-year plan.

Karen S. Robbins has devoted her life to children as an elementary school teacher, Romper Room TV teacher, mother of four sons, award-winning children's author, publisher, book/toy designer and inventor with a U.S. patent. Jack Canfield (motivational speaker and co-author of Chicken Soup for the Soul series) called Karen a ‘Martha Stewart for Kids'! Karen is a right-brained creative whose passion is creating books and toys for children. She holds a M.Ed. from the University of Puget Sound and has written over 50 magazine articles, including for Family Fun and Parents. She has over 300,000 copies of her books worldwide. Her most recent publications are listed below. Karen believes all children deserve to be loved and to learn to read.

Aaron Marcum, renowned home care industry leader, founded Breakaway Home Care Accelerator to assist leaders with transformative growth strategies. His innovative program guides home care business owners towards exponential growth and personal freedom. Aaron is also the author of the best-selling book "EntreThrive," which outlines his unique approach to achieving entrepreneurial success and well-being. Aaron has a Masters of Applied Positive Psychology from UPenn and has employed hundreds of professional caregivers over the past 22 years. 

Ann's latest book, Unpacking the Attic (both literally and emotionally) is a healing journey.caring for her aging parents and helping them transition to assisted living.  It is also a path to healing your inner child story.  Her mission is to teach mindfulness and compassion to the children of the world and to the child that still lives within each of us. Are childhood traumas and limiting beliefs holding you back?  You can now can send love and acceptance back in time to the child you were. A unique blend of memoir and healing practices, author Ann Mracek takes you along in real time through the process of emptying her parents' home as they transitioned into assisted living. Her book is told with humor, honesty and empathetic insight, she expertly weaves the vivid stories of her childhood with compassion and the intent to heal and forgive. Retrospection can be a powerful healing elixir.

Martha Burich M.Ed. is the author of the soon to be released (August 2024) book: Yes You Can Raise Happy Responsible Children. Martha was a college child psychology professor for ten years and a high school science teacher experienced in Special Education for sixteen years. She is a contributing author in The Chicken Soup for the Soul Cookbook Martha was the show host of Healthy Moments at Bluewaterhealthyliving.com One of the ways Martha contributes to the community is by going to jails and treatment centers speaking with the addicts and alcoholics. Martha has walked on fire three times. Once at a Tony Robbins seminar in Cancun Mexico. Martha was married for 25 years when her husband passed away unexpectedly from liver cancer. He died three weeks after being diagnosed. Martha has two granddogs, both of them rescues. Helping parents, teachers and people in recovery are her three passions in life.

Co-Founders of "Divine Guidance Institute and Wellness Center Inc.," a Modern-Day Mystery School, and “The Dream Team – Celebrity Life Coaching” and Creators of the “Trust Yourself System” and “Trust Yourself Therapy” Visionaries, Rev. Dr. Nicole and Michael Sebastian aka “The Dream Team” are Celebrity Therapists, Expert Decision Coaches, Authors, Celebrity Dream Experts, Celebrity Life Coaches, and Relationship Experts.

TERRENCE HARDGE IS A ENTREPRENEUR, SPEECH THERAPIST, AUTHOR, HUSBAND AND FATHER. HE RUNS HOMES FOR ADULTS WITH DEVELOPMENTAL disabilities, AND HAS EXTENSIVE EXPERIENCE HIRING AND WORKING WITH A VARIETY OF AGENCIES, AND HELP TEND TO THE NEEDS OF CAREGIVINGS.

Jocelyn King is a Certified Life Coach, a Certified Neurosculptor and an experienced caregiver. While a caregiver, she was targeted by cybercriminals and had to combat cybercrime on top of an already overwhelming life. Overcoming these setbacks and obstacles led her to create the CLEER Method, the five essential steps to create the life you want and care for yourself while caring for others in your life. Jocelyn is dedicated to helping others protect their well-being, online and in life and offers classes, free resources and her forthcoming book.

Jean Alfieri's work as a Human Resource professional, Positivity Coach, and award-winning author, combined with her passion for dog adoption, makes for an engaging story. Her advocacy for shelter dogs, particularly older "vintage" dogs, will surely resonate with pet lovers.

Having grown up with a stutter, extreme public speaking fear, and social anxiety, Laura Reid, M.Ed., is an unlikely speaker, public speaking coach, and comedian. But that's what makes her uniquely aligned to help others find their voice and take the stage. An expert in storytelling, Laura has received numerous awards for her presentations and won several speaking competitions. Her debut book, "The Public Speaking Horror Show: 7 Secrets to Kill It as a Speaker," quickly became a best-seller, resonating with readers worldwide with its unique blend of humor, insight, and actionable advice. Laura lives on the Big Island of Hawaii, where she relishes nature and occasionally fends off wild pigs for excitement.

Ken grew up in South St. Paul, Minnesota, attended the University of Minnesota, and graduated from the U of M Law School. He has practiced law for more than 30 years and currently serves as in-house General Counsel for a large corporation. Ken currently resides in St. Louis Park, Minnesota, is a father of two, and became a doting grandfather for the first time in 2024. The loss of his wife, Sherri, on Christmas Day, after a short but courageous battle with pancreatic cancer combined with the arrival of his first grandchild inspired Ken to begin writing children's books. Readers have fallen in love with his first book, Christmas Sun: A Beautiful Tradition to Remember Grandma. Told from the perspective of a polar bear family, this book is for anyone, young or old, who has lost a loved one. It's a heartwarming story of the Bear family explaining the loss of Grandma Bear to Little Bear in a simple, honest, and direct way. Readers will be filled with love and fond memories while gaining a beautiful new tradition that will help keep a loved one's memory alive forever.

Henry Guetierrez has been through all of the different phases of life, and is currently going through a new difficult phase for him. Suffering from a recent work-related automobile accident that wasn't his fault, He is currently not able to work or be active which has been very difficult for a normally active hard worker like him. He shares some great advice from his experience rthat is very valuable to caregivers. Join Dave & Debbie as they interview Henry on the Caregiver Dave Show.

Suzan Owens is a sought-after speaker and media personality across many platforms. Years of studying Numerology charts and readings for clients led to her writing the award-winning book Wisdom of Numerology, a practical and useful guide to help you create a fulfilling, rewarding life. Now, she shares the synchronicity, guidance, and growth this study offers through interviews, articles, speaking engagements, online classes, video tutorials, and workshops.

Gail Hamilton is an acclaimed international motivational speaker, trainer on blindness education, and prolific author. Soaring into Greatness, a Blind Woman's Vision to Live her Dreams and Fly relays Gail's story of perseverance and passion. Being totally blind, Gail has observed that many people allow their fears, negativities, and self-blinding beliefs to stop them from experiencing life to the fullest. This is not the case with Gail. Gail motivates, facilitates, educates, and exhilarates her audiences, unlike any other presenter, … to fully open their eyes and change the way they see and change the way they live. Gail has received two Master's degrees (Music and Psychology), sung leading roles in two major opera productions La Boheme, and La Traviata, and was crowned Ms. Colorado Senior America and 4th-runner up in the national MSA pageant. Her soaring spirit has led Gail to build her former Habitat for Humanity home, to climb the historic 75-story Sydney Harbor Bridge, and to partner with seven spectacular Seeing Eye dogs. Her astounding experiences, immense knowledge and unparalleled determination have inspired thousands to live lives of vision, purpose, and action. Gail believes all things are possible and everyone can live an unstoppable, unforgettable, and unbelievable life!

Are you a caregiver overwhelmed by financial stress? Discover how to take control of your finances and provide the best care without breaking the bank. Join us to empower yourself with practical financial strategies and support. Dr. Bob Ramirez, a business professor, author, speaker, and CQ Thought Leader. After a significant financial loss in 2008, he dedicated his career to helping others achieve financial security. Through his classes, books, speeches, and podcast interviews, he shares insights on financial management and building wealth through passive income.

ROCKY BATZEL is a native of Scranton, Pennsylvania, Rocky Batzel is the inventor of SnapSlide a a break-away from the push & twist pill bottle and currently serves as the company's Chief Executive Officer

NIKI FERET is the owner and operator of Brickhouse Agency and Chicagoland Medicare (IL, IN, WI), a woman-owned, independent Medicare insurance agency. For over 8 years I've been helping people enroll in Medicare products. I have a passion for educating and guiding retirees as they navigate the Medicare maze. Ensuring each client is enrolled in the right Medicare plan for their health, lifestyle, and budget.

Using the concept of transforming your mind to change your body, this tested all-natural, drug free program is the missing link to help you lose weight and keep it off. Using a unique visualization method to help control the four hidden types OF stress, (which are the REAL culprits to weight gain), this step-by step guide gives you everything you need to achieve your weight loss success.   Linda Mackenzie, a multi-book author, radio host, world renowned psychic and hypnotherapist founded HealthyLife.net Radio in 2002 which reaches millions of worldwide listeners a month. She has appeared on hundreds of radio shows, almost all network/cable TV channels and in several award winning documentaries.

Richard Allen, a native of Liverpool, England, has endured profound loss, with the passing of his father to cancer in November 2020 serving as a pivotal moment. In the wake of this tragedy, Allen turned to writing as a means of navigating the complexities of grief and loss. His literary endeavors have resulted in the creation of five books, three of which have ascended to the esteemed position of #1 bestsellers. However, Allen's journey extends beyond the realm of mere literary success. His experiences have instilled within him an unwavering belief in the existence of an afterlife—a conviction rooted in the myriad signs, orbs, voices, and visions he has encountered since his father's passing. These phenomena serve as profound affirmations of his faith, reinforcing his conviction that life extends beyond the confines of our earthly existence.

THERAPIST, DEMENTIA CARE SPECIALIST, CAREGIVER ADVOCATE, AND SOON TO BE NURSE, LISA THARAKAN, WHERE DID THE CARE GO? Shining hope and light into people's lives on a daily BASIS.

une 1, 2024 at the Hudson Théâtre, Hollywood Fringe Festival, you can see Heather Fink star in Her debut Creation. started performing standup comedy in NYC in 2005 and continued making funny videos, doing improv, and sketch comedy. Day jobs included PR for a gay company, Senator Kennedy Intern, and Content Strategy for Digital Media. In 2009 she began NYU's Grad Film program as Writer/Director. She currently pays the bills as a Sound Person for film and tv, including Marvel's “Daredevil” and Hulu's “The Dropout.” She also participated in the Sony Pictures Television Diverse Directors Program and shadowed Emmy nominated Director Kate Dennis on an episode of "The Tick." Fink's written more than 35 short films and directed even more, including “The Focus Group” by Sara Benincasa, comedy shorts for College Humor, “Sosi” for UCB's Mark Sarian & Ari Voukydis, the branded content comedy webseries "Banfield After Party,” the indie TV pilot "Urban Teach Now," and wrote and directed the feature film “Inside You.” In 2020 she wrote and directed original monologues for the live stage show “Dream Role” at Lyric Hyperion which highlighted custom written roles that each actor has always dreamed of playing. In 2022, she wrote and directed the short film “Quiche.” She's written 6 feature films and 3 tv pilots that she continues to develop.

Arielle Ford is a gifted writer and the author of twelve books including her debut novel The Love Thief, a romantic, spiritual thriller. Her book, THE SOULMATE SECRET: Manifest the Love of Your Life with The Law of Attraction is an international bestseller, and she wrote Wabi Sabi Love: The Ancient Art of Finding Perfect Love In Imperfect Relationships which offers a groundbreaking shift in perception showing couples how to have a deeper, more loving, and more fulfilling relationship. Arielle lives in La Jolla, CA with her husband/soulmate, Brian Hilliard and their feline friends. www.arielleford.com

David Longman is a 39 year old, originally from Miami, Florida who lives alone in Woodstock, Georgia. He recently became ill at the beginning of December 2023 and has been fighting with his health for over 4 months. He experienced God's presence and love from friends and family throughout the pain, confusion and loss of his bodily control. He is now working toward emotional wholeness and regaining my physical health.

Catherine A. Utsalo is a very forthright and enterprising woman. who never gives room for failure. She is a reputable philanthropist, whose generosity has greatly impacted people's lives at home and abroad. She is a proven woman of faith. Dr. Utsalo, a Nigerian-American, was born and raised in Kano State, She has a degree in Marketing, doing a Master's Degree in Psychology/ Christian Counselling with Cornerstone Christian University. She is a successful Certified Information Technology Consultant. She is equally certified as a Professional Life Coach, Naturopathic Holistic Wellness Coach, Christian Life and Forgiveness Coach with a Certificate in “Positive Psychology” from Havard University Mrs. Utsalo, with double honors, was conferred with an Ambassador for Peace and Humanity (United Nations (ECOSOC) Goodwill), also an Honorary Doctorate in Theology as a result of hard work in the ministry and her practice of “faith with action” in her support for the underprivileged folks. She is a Member of the United Nations Association of the USA (UNA-USA) To the glory of God, Mrs. Utsalo is an articulated gospel singer with (Moisi-Praise) to her credit. This multi-talented woman is a poet and prolific writer, whose book, entitled ‘I AM ME: Rebuilding Self Esteem from Inside) is currently fast in the market on Amazon. She has two other books (Forgiveness for Well-being/ Smoothies & Juices for Wellness) coming to Amazon soon. Dr Utsalo is a producer and an ordained pastor.  

Corinne Auman, a trailblazer in the field of aging and founder of Choice Care Navigators, a company dedicated to helping families navigate the aging process. Corinne is dedicated to fostering personal growth, resilience, and authentic living at every age. With a background in psychology, Corinne's passion lies in reshaping how we perceive older adulthood, a vision she beautifully encapsulates in her groundbreaking book, "Keenagers," which challenges conventional notions of aging, emphasizing that 55-80 years old is an extended middle adulthood, not a decline. Preferred show title: Navigating the Journey of Caring for Aging Parents with “Keenagers” author, Corinne Auman Preferred show hook/promo: Corinne is on a mission to change the conversation around aging. In a culture where many avoid thinking about older adulthood until the last minute, she urges us to embrace aging in a positive light. Corinne's success is not only in authoring "Keenagers" but also in running a thriving company that addresses critical pain points in care management. Her goals align with her book's message – to discuss ageism, changing perspectives, and bringing attention to the topic.

Dave Jacobs, a seasoned healthcare leader, combined his vast knowledge of geriatric care and passionate advocacy for senior in-home care to co-found Homethrive, a family caregiving solution that combines expert live assistance and navigation with 24/7 digital resources to help caregivers thrive at work and at home. His expertise stems from fifteen years as a senior executive at Medline Industries, a $25 billion healthcare products company. There, he developed a firsthand appreciation for the importance of seniors maintaining independence at home and the many challenges faced by them and their family caregivers. Presently, Dave serves on the Board of Directors of a $500 million privately held consumer products company. With 72% of employees having some caregiving responsibilities, companies are starting to recognize that offering a caregiver support benefit is a must-have for supporting employee wellbeing, productivity, and retention. And the rapidly aging population in the U.S. also combined with many people staying in the workforce longer means that more and more individuals will find themselves caring for a parent, partner, or friend, while also navigating work, life, and even their own health situations. Tune in for our conversation with Dave Jacobs, co-CEO and co-founder of Homethrive, on the complexities of modern caregiving and why it's time for employers in the U.S. to offer inclusive caregiving benefits.

SHERRELL MIMS IS PRESIDENT & FOUNDER OF GLOBAL CAREGIVERS NETWORK LLC & BEST SELLING AUTHOR OF A Caregiver's Expression Anthology: Mother's Day Edition Volume 2 

Dr. Ellen Cutler is a bestselling author and an internationally recognized teacher, public speaker, and media spokesperson. Her books include "MicroMiracles — Discover the Healing Power of Enzymes," now available a revised, expanded edition. She has a chiropractic degree and specializes in the use of desensitization to food and other sensitivities, gentle detoxification, and enzyme and nutritional therapies for chronic conditions that have perplexed the conventional medical establishment. This is all addressed in her revolutionary healing technique ECM (Ellen Cutler Method)

Kimberly Faith is a powerful healer in the holistic industry. She proudly forges her unique path through life. Through unconventional breathwork experiences, she encourages others to explore their inner selves, break free from societal norms, and embrace their true potential. Her sessions lead participants on a transformative journey, fostering deeper joy and fulfillment

Michele Magner has a passion for connecting with people as we navigate the adventures of aging and caregiving! As an experienced family caregiver, with many years in the Senior Living industry, she understands the challenges we are facing as we care for those we love. Michele sets people up for success so they thrive in the caregiver role, not just survive. Michele has earned her M.B.A., Masters Certification in Gerontology and is a Gerontology Ph.D. student at UNO. She is a Certified Life Coach, Certified Dementia Practitioner, and Certified Conscious Aging facilitator. In the fall of 2024, Michele will be Adjunct Professor at Creighton University, teaching Long Term Care Administration. She has volunteered with the Alzheimer's Association for 9 years and supports the Dreamweaver Foundation, making wishes for people in senior living come true. She continues to share fresh content and ideas through her Inspired Caring podcast and programs, in addition to private and group coaching.

Darlene Fuchs, the compelling voice behind "GET IN THE BOAT": A Memoir of Love, Loss, And The Dance with Dementia, explores unfiltered emotions of caregiving revealed in her father's unfiltered journals. Through compelling storytelling, she invites readers on an intimate voyage, shedding light on the complexities of love and loss amidst the tumultuous currents of dementia. Her narrative offers a profound glimpse into the challenges of caregiving, providing a tender portrayal of a husband navigating the complexities of tending to his wife.

Yuji Oka is the founder of Adapted Spiral Praxis (ASP), a somatic bodymind process that can help children and adults with disabilities/special needs achieve their movement potential. He travels around the world, working with families and caregivers to help them understand how to work with their children and also gain insight about their own needs and challenges. His unique approach to working with children and adults—developed over 30 years of research and implementation with schools, medical institutions and community centres— can be seen through his beautifully intimate videos on the ASP Youtube Channel.

Steve Powell is the founder of IndeeLift, the leading manufacturer of human floor lifts that are designed to safely and comfortably lift seniors or others with mobility issues off the floor after falling. Like millions of Americans, Steve was a caregiver for his aging parents as their health deteriorated. Both of Steve's parents were determined to age at home, but they each struggled with routine falls, which would leave them stuck on the floor for hours with no way to get back up. Eager to help, Steve invented a device called IndeeLift, a “people picker upper” that safely and quickly lifts a person back to their feet after they've fallen, allowing them to quickly resume their day with dignity and independence. Today, IndeeLift is helping thousands of people across the globe to turn most falls into a non-event. IndeeLift is a life-changing tool for seniors, as well as those with neuromuscular diseases such Multiple Sclerosis, Myositis, Parkinson's Disease, etc. IndeeLift's floor lifts are specifically designed to be used individually at home, or with the help of professional healthcare caregivers. IndeeLift's design removes the need for manual lifting, drastically cutting down on injuries among caregivers and EMS.

A New Alzheimer's Game & Activity Therapy System, "A Mind to Care. It's a Non-electronic activity system that provides cognitively stimulating activities that's compact, easy to use, easy to carry and store, and it provides an entertaining, engaging, fun and flexible way to capture and occupy the attention of someone living with Alzheimer's, Dementia, Stroke, ALS, and other forms of cognitive impairment that dramatically Improves Quality of Life.

Neale Donald Walsch has written 40 books on contemporary spirituality and its practical application in everyday life, including his new book GodTalk: Experiences of Humanity's Connections with a Higher Power, a book in the Common Sentience book series. Neale is the bestselling author of the Conversations with God series, which seven of the nine books made the New York Times bestseller list. Book One remained on that list for 134 weeks. His titles have been translated into 37 languages and have been read by millions of people around the world. https://nealedonaldwalsch.com

Kim “Kid” Curry is the author of Come Get Me Mother, I'm Through!; The Death of Fairness; and Bonnie's Law: The Return to Fairness. A renowned radio broadcaster for 33 years, Kim worked in some of America's finest cities including: Pueblo, Knoxville, San Antonio, Washington, D.C., Baltimore, and Miami. He was a DJ in different time slots and the Program Director of two of America's legendary stations: KTSA-AM San Antonio and Power 96, Miami. As a DJ, creative freedom and owner trust led to huge ratings for Kim, where he consistently scored the highest market rating in his time slot. As Program Director, Kim led Power 96 to the highest ratings in the station's history and achieved the most significant cumulative audience in the Southeast United States. In 2005, Kim was forced into retirement after being diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis. Sixteen years later, modern science offered hope and a path to recovery. In his debut memoir, Come Get Me Mother, I'm Through! Kim details his celebrated radio career and devastating diagnosis.

Frank E. Legette III has become an expert in the grief process. Once you hear his story, you will agree! Frank is in the 40th year of his Pastoral ministry. He pastors a congregation in Norristown, PA. He is the founder and director of The Women's Empowerment HQ and is a highly successful life coach for women. Most recently, he authored a best-selling book on Amazon entitled “The Art of Womanhood: Teaching Your Man To Love You Without Him Knowing He's Being Taught

An accomplished author of a mystery series, Dana Killion presents her debut memoir, Where the Shadows Dance: He Got Sober. I Got Broken. It's a story born out of life in the turmoil of her husband's alcoholism. A situation where the only way through it was to write it. And as she wrote, the themes in her personal trauma became loud and clear and screamed for attention because they truly are the themes of many women, & not just women with an addict in their life, but women who have been silent and have set aside their truths for the benefit of another. Women ready to find the strength and solace Dana has found through her own re-invention.

CAPT. DALE BLACK, in his new book, “Visiting Heaven,” recounts the tragic plane crash that took the lives of two other pilots. Although he was the lone survivor, Dale broke nearly every bone in his body and severed his right eye. His recovery was slow and painful, but the results were miraculous. What no one knew was that his journey went well beyond the emergency room and hospital. Dale actually died and had what many term as a near death experience. But he kept what he saw, heard and learned to himself for over four decades based on advice from his grandfather, who was the only person Dale confided in.

Debbie Compton is a three-time caregiver for parents with different forms of Dementia, Alzheimer's , Parkinson's and Vascular Dementia. She is a Certified Caregiving Consultant, Certified Caregiver Advocate, Educator for the Alzheimer's Assoc. speaker, and author of 9 books. Debbie's first book, Caregiving: How to hold on while letting go, offers actionable steps for caregivers as well as questions to ask doctors, in-home caregivers, facilities, and more. It is full of humor and inspiration. Debbie is the founder of The Purple Vine LLC, whose mission is to empower caregivers with the tools and strategies needed to reduce stress, block burnout, and learn to laugh again. Debbie believes it's okay to get knocked down, but it's not okay to stay down.

Denise began helping individuals who care for a family member in 1990 and launched a business to support them in 1995. She created one of the first online caregiving communities in 1996 which she managed until its sale in 2020. Denise now develops and delivers training programs for the workplace and for individuals who want to coach family caregivers. More than 400 individuals from eight different countries have enrolled in her training programs offered through her company, The Caregiving Years Training Academy. Denise is the author of several books that provide insights, comfort and hope to those who care, including The Caregiving Years, Your Guide to Navigating the Six Caregiving Stages and After Caregiving Ends, A Guide to Beginning Again. Her free resource, A Workbook for Your Workplace Wellness, helps individuals who care, grieve and work.

After losing two loved ones to the disease, Cheryl Hogrefe received her own Alzheimer's diagnosis within the very same year as her mother's passing. Cheryl was diagnosed on December 4, 2016, which is when her husband (Ron) knew it was time to put all those years of watching Cheryl serve as a full-time, primary caregiver, to use. It was his turn to step up. For the next 6 years, Ron watched as Cheryl's cognitive abilities slowly decreased from a normal score of 26 to score of 15 (moderate cognitive impairment) by spring of 2022. Relentless to change Cheryl's fate, the couple vetted several clinical trial options in hopes for new treatment only to be rejected time and time again due to falling just outside qualification criteria. But just hours after their final rejection came their first sign of hope – a clinical trial opportunity that could offer Cheryl a fighting chance. On May 4, 2022, the papers were signed for Cheryl to participate in the TB006 Phase II clinical trial, beginning the infusions within a week's time. By the time of her next cognitive assessment on August 5th, Cheryl and Ron would learn that her previously consistent decline had stopped dead in its tracks. By February 2, 2023, just 9 months after beginning infusions, her cognitive assessment score has begun to show signs of increasing. While it's a clinical trial with long-term outcomes to yet be determined, it's bringing much hope to Cheryl and Ron.

After losing two loved ones to the disease, Cheryl Hogrefe received her own Alzheimer's diagnosis within the very same year as her mother's passing. Cheryl was diagnosed on December 4, 2016, which is when her husband (Ron) knew it was time to put all those years of watching Cheryl serve as a full-time, primary caregiver, to use. It was his turn to step up. For the next 6 years, Ron watched as Cheryl's cognitive abilities slowly decreased from a normal score of 26 to score of 15 (moderate cognitive impairment) by spring of 2022. Relentless to change Cheryl's fate, the couple vetted several clinical trial options in hopes for new treatment only to be rejected time and time again due to falling just outside qualification criteria. But just hours after their final rejection came their first sign of hope – a clinical trial opportunity that could offer Cheryl a fighting chance. On May 4, 2022, the papers were signed for Cheryl to participate in the TB006 Phase II clinical trial, beginning the infusions within a week's time. By the time of her next cognitive assessment on August 5th, Cheryl and Ron would learn that her previously consistent decline had stopped dead in its tracks. By February 2, 2023, just 9 months after beginning infusions, her cognitive assessment score has begun to show signs of increasing. While it's a clinical trial with long-term outcomes to yet be determined, it's bringing much hope to Cheryl and Ron.

Pastor turned Celebrity King Maker, called the Simon Cowell of Book Publishing. Founder 1040Impact.org to End Human Trafficking he's most proud of his 4 sons and 2 grandsons his authors spoken on 6 continents and several of their books have been optioned for movies. If your friends and family have been telling you for years, “you need to write a book and you've struggled to put pen to paper, we're going to help you write your book today in 30 minutes” Caregiver experience... Raising 4 sons, my #3 son diagnosed with Leukemia when he was 15 is now 14 years cancer free after 3 rounds of chemo and bone marrow transplant.

SHERRELL MIMS, CEO AND FOUNDER OF GLOBAL CAREGIVERS NETWORK AND ORGANIZER OF THE INAGURAL NATIONAL FAMILY CAREGIVER CONFERNCE BACK IN 2021! THIS SUCCESSFUL CONFERENCE IS IN IT'S THIRD YEAR IN JUST 3 DAYS, ON FRIDAY NOVEMBER 10 AT 6 AM PACIFIC, 7AM MOUNTAIN, 8AM CENTRAL AND 9 AM EASTERN. THIS VIRTUAL EVENT IS ON ZOOM, SO NOONE HAS TO GET ON A PLANE, BUS, CAR OR TRAIN TO GET THERE. WATCH IT FROM THE COMFORT OF YOUR LIVING ROOM. Register at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/inaugural-national-family-caregiver-conference-2023-nfcc2023-tickets-686089601467?fbclid=IwAR0lgJnPUEkEsEti0JYcLZOSZDH3dPjS0Eg36BbQ-3cnE3sCezVEjfixpfI