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May is a BIG month and we have two great guests for this episode: Harry Margolis, Elder Law Attorney and Linda Kafka, Founder/Principal of Neuro Design Academy. Since May is both National Elder Law Month and Home Modification Month, these two experts are perfect for this episode to share valuable information caregivers do not want to miss! In our Caregiver Wellness News, we focus on May Older Americans Month and an awareness campaign where Sherri served as gerontology advisor on for Theora Care called “No Fear.” And since May is also Mental Health Awareness Month, Sherri shares some insights from research done by Prof. Jean Twenge at San Diego State University on iGen and social media dangers to teen mental health. Sherri also shares information about the latest educational campaign from the Caregiver Action Network on caring for someone with PTSD; and a new stress relief, self-care app called eLightn.me from Drs. Alman and Felitti. For our Well Home Design News, we put the spotlight on May as National Home Improvement Month and National Moving Month. Sherri talks two great resources, TruBlue Home Service Ally for finding handymen and other home small modification services; and Porch.com for downsizing or moving an older loved one. And in our Pop Culture segment. Sherri shares the latest documentaries and films you can stream on caregiving with celebrities like Bradley Cooper, Martin Sheen, Seth and Lauren Miller Rogen and more. (2:58) – Caregiver Wellness News (18:26) Interview with Harry Margolis – Elder Law Attorney (56:50) Interview with Linda Kafka – Neuro Design Academy (1:38:31) – Well Home Design News (1:43:16) – Pop Culture – Caregiving and Aging At the Movies Take Care and Stay Well! Find out more at: caregivingclub.com/podcast/

We are kicking off April with what is top of mind for everyone – how AI (artificial intelligence) is affecting and changing aging and caregiving. We have two experts in this area: Lawrence Kosick, Co-Founder of Get Set Up and Dor Skuler, Founder and CEO of Intuition Robotics, makers of ElliQ. They talk about how they are using AI to help both older adults and caregivers make managing health easier and more personalized. In our Caregiver Wellness News, we focus on April as National Stress Awareness Month and Sherri shares the latest on the Tik Tok trend, “cortisol face” and what caregivers should know. Sherri also talks about a new way to measure cortisol and stress in the workplace using saliva being tested with Cleveland Clinic employees. And new insights from a recent report from United Church Homes and MIT AgeLab on how caregivers feel about AI and managing care for their older loved one. For our Well Home Design News, we put the spotlight on April's National Parkinson's Awareness Month and the research that is identifying “parkinson's clusters” – geographic areas with extremely high prevalence for Parkinsons's disease – Sherri talks about what you should know about environmental factors and other risks as well as the signs of Parkinson's – some of which may surprise you. Also, Sherri shares a new report from the National Alliance for Caregiving and the Michel J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research – the first-ever study of caregivers of those with Parkinson's disease. One solution for these Parkinson's caregivers and all caregivers is a training platform from Trualta that helps caregivers up-skilll and learn techniques that help them on their caregiving journey. They share results of more than 3 million minutes caregivers have spent on their platform and what they are saying. (3:52) – Caregiver Wellness News (17:46) Interview with Lawrence Kosick – Get Set Up (53:26) Interview with Dor Skuler – Intuition Robotics and ElliQ (1:23:24) – Well Home Design News Take Care and Stay Well! Find out more at: caregivingclub.com/podcast/

Our second March episode shines a spotlight on a national treasure – the Elizabeth Dole Foundation and its comprehensive work to support the family caregivers of veterans. I talked with three of the executives with the EFD about their programs, including the Hidden Heroes program and the Dole Caregiver Fellows, as well as talked with a Dole Caregiver Fellow and her journey through the health care system with her veteran husband who suffered a TBI while on active duty. And, since March is also National Traumatic Brain Injury Month, I also talk to Dr. Gail Anderson of the Brooks Rehabilitation Hospital in Florida about what to know about TBIs and how to communicate with a loved one who has a TBI. (6:13) – Dr. Roxana Delgado – Dole Caregiver Fellow – shares her caregiving journey with a veteran husband who suffered a TBI on active duty and as she says, “how to go from tragedy to triumph.” 38:53) Liz Rotenberry – Director of Caregiver Engagement for the Elizabeth Dole Foundation – talks about how to become a Dole Caregiver Fellow, mental health programs and more. (1:07:36) Marianne Delatorre - Community Engagement Manager, Hidden Heroes program of the Elizabeth Dole Foundation – tells us more about this program for caregivers locally and nationwide (1:38:10) – Dr. Gail Anderson of Brooks Rehabilitation Hospital – explains the spectrum of traumatic brain injury (TBI) and how to communicate with a loved one with TBI Take Care and Stay Well! Find out more at: caregivingclub.com/podcast/

Our first March episode kicks off with a great interview with Dan Gartenberg – Founder and CEO of SleepSpace in ceiebration of March National Sleep Awareness Month. As a national authority on sleep science, Dan shares his expertise in sleep science research to discover what helps us get better sleep but he also talks about the upside and downside of wearables to help with sleep – do they really work? (2:35) – CAREGIVER WELLNESS NEWS – Since March is also National Nutrition Month, Sherri shares insights into the foods that help us get to sleep and if intermittent fasting helps with sleep. Sherri also talks about recent findings on melatonin toxicity – are you or your loved one at risk? March 20 is Companies That Care Day and Sherri shares the latest reports from the Milken Institute Center on Aging and the first-ever U.S. News & World Report ranking on “Best Companies to Work for that Support Family Caregivers” – hurray! And finally, Sherri talks about the tragic death of Gene Hackman and his wife/caregiver as he suffered from Alzheimer's in his last days. She talks about the importance of a care team for the caregivers as well as older loved ones. (24:25) Dan Gartenberg – Founder/CEO of SleepSpace on everything you wanted to know about sleep science and sleep tech. (1:00:36) WELL HOME DESIGN NEWS - Sherri talks about creating bed heaven and the perfect sleep environment including special tips for older adults. She also talks about the trend in sleep coaches – now even being offered at 5-star hotels! Take Care and Stay Well! Find out more at: caregivingclub.com/podcast/

Our February episode kicks off with a great interview with Barbara Sullivan – Executive Director of the Village to Village Network (VtV Network). You will learn about this movement in aging in place to help keep older loved ones living in their homes longer as we celebrate National Village Day February 15. We are also focusing on National Caregivers Day February 21 and the recent studies on why caregivers are so burned out and what they need to relieve that stress. Also, February is Heart Health Month and National Cancer Awareness Month and we share some tips from Sherri's book, ME TIME MONDAY, on how to stay healthy and how to prevent your risk for heart disease and many cancers. February is also National Library Month and Sherri talks about how this observance matches up with a new wellness trend called “Social Re-Wilding.” What is it? Stay tuned… As well Sherri covers the latest trends in well home design from the recent KBIS Show in Las Vegas and why Sherri's “Snug Home” was a trendsetting blog (and the topic of her next book) at the beginning of a new growing home design trend called “The Snug.” Sherri also shares another trend in senior living called the Cozy Home Communities. (3:16) In CAREGIVER WELLNESS NEWS, Sherri talks about how caregivers are care managers, care researcgers, are coordinators and what will help them most on their caregiving journey with a shout-out to National Caregivers Day Feb 21. Also, she lists national organizations that help caregivers and explains how National Library Month fits into the new trend in “social re-wilding.” Sherri also talks about what to know about heart health for National Heart Health Awareness Month and a cancer screening and Cancer Prevention Quiz for National Cancer Awareness Month. (25:57) Barbara Sullivan – Executive Director of the Village to Village Network (VtV Network) – How to help older parents stay living in their homes longer with a little help. (55:29) For WELL HOME DESIGN NEWS, Sherri talks about the new Cozy Home Communities being built – an alternative to senior living for those in their 60s and 70s. She shares the trends coming out of the KBIS Show for universal design in the home and how Sherri's “Snug Home” blog and upcoming book were ahead of the curve in the new home design trend of having a “snug” at home. Take Care and Stay Well! Find out more at: caregivingclub.com/podcast/

For the first episode of Season 5 we kick off the New Year with a great interview with Debbie Dotson, TV host of “Tech Talk with Debbie” about the latest products and trends in age-tech from the recent Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas. Sherri will also share financial self-care tips for January's Financial Wellness Month that also help caregivers plan for costs of care. And since many listeners may have made New Year's Resolutions – Sherri will share tips from her book on how to become a “Resolutionary” and make your goals last all year and how to avoid the “Ditch News Year's Resolutions” on January 17. Sherri also shares a balance test you can do at home to show how well you are aging. For better environmental wellness Sherri shares tips from her book on how houseplants help improve air care and how those suffering from disasters, such as the wildfires, in Southern California, can avoid a new mental health issue – solastalgia – for themselves and their older loved ones. (2:17) In CAREGIVER WELLNESS NEWS, Sherri talks about how to become a New Year's Resolutionary with the Me Time Monday plan, a balance test from the Mayo Clinic on your neuromuscular health and 7 Joyful Workouts for body, brain and soul. And for January Financial Wellness Month a new study on the Sandwich Generation and how to better prepare for cost of caregiving as well as how to plan ahead for the change in the estate tax for this year. (19:28) Debbie Dotson – TV Host of “Tech Talk with Debbie” – Debbie shares her top picks in age-tech from the recent Consumer Electronics Show (CES). (53:58) For WELL HOME DESIGN NEWS, Sherri talks January 10 National Houseplant Awareness Day and which houseplants help improve air care and quality in the home. She also talks about a mental health issue tied to the home called “solastalgia” – it happens when we suffer from natural disasters or a changing neighborhood and how it affects older adults. And Sherri sends a shoutout to friends suffering from the recent Southern California wildfires to stay #SoCalStrong! Take Care and Stay Well! Find out more at: caregivingclub.com/podcast/

For our Holiday episode in December we have a lot of “goodies” for you including a wonderful interview on how to help adults with terminal illness live out their dreams, how to improve our health as we age and how to optimize our sleep health which is always in short supply during the busy holidays, but especially for caregivers and how respite care can help. We also will share how to help your older loved one live out their dream of driving safely with age and we give a sneak peek into our Holiday Gift Guide (which you can watch separately on our YouTube channel) and from our Self Care in 7 Minutes – 7 Lessons from George Bailey, the character in the classic holiday film, “It's a Wonderful Life” on how life can be challenging but also wonderful. (2:43) In CAREGIVER WELLNESS NEWS, Sherri talks about two new studies: the 4th Annual Older Adult Health Survey from Independa; and a sleep science study from UCSF on how our brains age if we do not get good restorative sleep (article and full study). Sherri also offers several resources to help caregivers find respite care during the holidays. (12:37) Kisa Heyer – CEO of the Dream Foundation – Kisa shares the wonder of this nonprofit that focuses on end-of-life dreams and how you can help make them happen for your loved one and for others. (30:50) For WELL HOME DESIGN NEWS, Sherri talks about December 4-8 which is National Older Driver Safety Week and what are the tips around keeping our older loved ones safe in their cars but also to keep them socially active and not just sitting at home alone. One alternative may be using rideshare and Sherri tells us how the new Caregiver App from Uber Health works to give free rides to older adults. Our 4th Annual Caregiving Club Holiday Gift Guide is here and Sherri shares a sneak peek into our 21 gift ideas for Caregiver Wellness, Older Adult Wellness and Wellness for the Home (you can also watch our gift guide selections on these links on our YouTube channel and check out our previous year's gift selections). (40:22) – In our Pop Culture segment, Sherri talks about the last chapter from her “Me Time Monday” book called “Me Time Monday for a Wonderful Life.” She talks about how there are lessons in the classic holiday movie, “It's a Wonderful Life” and captures 7 lessons from the main character, George Bailey, in our “Self Care in 7 Minutes” video as part of our Me Time Monday Wellness Hacks. Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays – Take Care and Stay Well! Find out more at: caregivingclub.com/podcast/

On our second November episode of “Caregiving Club On Air” we are highlighting November's National Family Caregiver Month (#NFCMonth), National Hospice & Palliative Care Month and National Alzheimer's Awareness Month. We have two fabulous guest expert interviews for this episode: (13:30) Kate DeBartolo – Sr. Director of The Conversation Project – tells us about how families face death and dying and the important conversations that need to be had beforehand. The Conversation Project offers checklists, videos, conversation guides and more resources to help facilitate these hard-to-have conversations. (47:35) Nelly Some – Founder/CEO, Author – Making a Difference with Nelly – From Africa to America, from family caregiver to professional board & care entrepreneur – Nelly's story is inspiring and engaging. Many family caregivers become volunteers to help other caregivers – Nelly has made it her life mission and business. She shares what family caregivers should consider in terms of home care, board & care and how to practice caregiver self-care. (4:30) In CAREGIVER WELLNESS NEWS, Sherri shares She also talks about a new AARP study on happiness and older adults and shares how to find positivity and joy during the holidays which can add more stress to a caregiver's life. She also talks about her work and recent TV appearances in the area of caregiver joy with Comfort Keepers and Hilarity for Charity. (1:13:38) For WELL HOME DESIGN NEWS, Sherri talks about TALK ABOUT one of the biggest reasons older adults want to stay living in their homes – it's the food! A new survey shows this is a big reason seniors are saying “no” to senior living options. And, since we are talking about food, Sherri shares insights from her “Me Time Monday” book on how to use sonic seasoning and musical menus during the holidays for both caregivers and older loved ones to “savor” the season. (1:20:15) – In our Pop Culture segment, Sherri shares information about two new caregiving documentaries. The first is “Taking Care – The Legacies We'll Accept, And Those We Don't” about the story of actress/director Lauren Miller Rogen and her caregiving journey with her mom who had early onset Alzheimer's. The second is a documentary on the innovative Town Square dementia day care model created by Glenner Adult Day Care Services called “Town Square: A Documentary Film About Recreating the Past to Reclaim the Present.” Find out more at: caregivingclub.com/podcast/

Our first November episode of “Caregiving Club On Air” kicks off with November's National Family Caregiver Month (#NFCMonth) and two great interviews: (17:22) Sandy Markwood – CEO, USAging – tells us about free resource and guidance family caregivers can use through the network of local Area Agencies on Aging, the Elder Care Locator and other resources. She also talks about getting caregivers and older adults help during the recent Hurricanes Helene and Milton, and talks about USAging's new Corporate Marketplace to find great tech solutions to help caregivers. (41:36) Max Mayblum – Founder/CEO, Givers – Many family caregivers wonder if they can get paid to care for their loved one – the answer is “yes” and Givers is the resource to walk you through how to do it. (4:42) In CAREGIVER WELLNESS NEWS, Sherri shares insights from her “Me Time Monday” book on the 7 As of Caregiving and how to use these guiding principles to help caregivers on maintain their balance and joy during the care journey for a loved one. Sherri also shares information on the campaigns for National Family Caregiver Month including the caregiver stories initiatives such as the “I Care…” campaign from the Caregiver Action Network and the “Portraits in Caregiving” from the National Alliance for Caregiving – two efforts that also highlight National Family Stories Month. (1:06:26) For WELL HOME DESIGN NEWS, Sherri talks about the good news that comes from Daylight Savings and rolling our clocks back but also what to think about to make older loved one's homes safer with good lighting. Sherri also shares the latest news from Samsung on its Smart Things Family Care App for helping caregivers coordinate care and stay in communication with older loved ones at home using the latest technology. (1:18:40) – In our Pop Culture segment, Sherri shares some insights into the new Bradley Cooper caregiving documentary, “Caregiving,” which will be broadcast on PBS stations next spring in 2025. Find out more at: caregivingclub.com/podcast/

This October episode of “Caregiving Club On Air” we start with a wonderful interview with one of the “sharks” from TV's “Shark Tank” – Barbara Corcoran. But she is not here to talk about business investment, rather she talks to Sherri about her personal caregiving journey with her mom who had Alzheimer's which led to her mission to help educate people about Alzheimer's and especially the episodes of agitation that are typical of dementia adults. (21:48) For CAREGIVER WELLNESS NEWS, Sherri shares insights from her “Me Time Monday” book for National Positive Attitude Month and National Gratitude Month and explains why optimists live longer than pessimists. Sherri also talks about National Train Your Brain Day on Oct 13 and more info from her book on how to cross-train your brain in 7 minutes or less and finally wraps up with insights into dementia in the workplace based on a new research report from Bank of America. For Pop Culture, Sherri shares one of her favorite childhood TV commercials – the Coke commercial – for World Smile Day on October 4. (35:25) -Interview with Delores Stone, family caregiver of a husband with Alzheimer's Delores shares her inspiring story on how her husband was rescued after wandering from home with the help of his Theora Care smartwatch and the local police K9 Unit – as Delores tells Sherri, “This watch saved a life.” (51:31) in WELL HOME DESIGN NEWS, Sherri talks about the latest updates for senior transportation for October's National Rideshare Month – especially a new Caregiver App from UberHealth for free rides. And Sherri ends the episode in honor of Halloween with some Caregiver Halloween Hacks – tricks and treats for keeping loved ones safe and happy at home. Find out more at: caregivingclub.com/podcast/

This September episode of “Caregiving Club On Air” we focus on World Alzheimer's Month as well as National Falls Prevention Week (Sept 23-28) with our guest, Steve Popovich, CEO/President of Theora Care. Steve will share how Theora Care's technology is helping to detect and prevent falls for older adults and helping recover Alzheimer's adults who have wandered. (4:56) For CAREGIVER WELLNESS NEWS, Sherri shares the latest research news from the Alzheimer's Association International Conference including how wildfires, processed meat may increase your dementia risk and how blood tests can be used to diagnosis Alzheimer's – and much more! Sherri also features our Pop Culture segment with her review of the movie, “Reagan” about the former president who had Alzheimer's at the end of his life. (24:52) -Interview with Steve Popovich, CEO/President, Theora Care (1:01:06) in WELL HOME DESIGN NEWS, Sherri shares how to keep older loved ones safe in case of emergencies through natural disasters. (1:13:07) Me Time Monday Wellness Hack are 7 Brain Health Hacks that may help prevent Alzheimer's. And Sherri also extends a big THANK YOU to our podcast listeners for making us #6 on the Top 100 caregiving podcast list! Find out more at: caregivingclub.com/podcast/

For this first September episode of our “Caregiving Club On Air” podcast, we celebrate National Assisted Living Week (Sept 8-14) with our special guest, Susan Ryan, CEO of The Green House Project. (4:35) For CAREGIVER WELLNESS NEWS, as we move from August National Wellness Month into September's National Self-Care Month Sherri continues to share the research and tips from her book that blends wellness and self-care, “Me Time Monday – The Weekly Wellness Plan to Find Balance and Joy for a Busy Life.” We are also spotlighting September Healthy Aging Month while we celebrate Grandparents Day on Sept 8 and National Centenarians Day on Sept 22. We are also bringing back our POP CULTURE segment where Sherri reviews a recent movie on aging, “Thelma,” and talks about the New York Times series of articles on “The Unstoppables” the latest trend in aging. (27:37) Susan Ryan – CEO of The Green House Project (58:02) Turning to Well Home Design News, Sherri shares a great online tool that helps family caregivers calculate and plan ahead for the costs of care including national and state-by-state costs of assisted living, in-home care, adult day care, memory care and nursing homes. This is a part of the Me Time Monday plan focused on Financial Wellness. She also shares her personal experience this summer embracing Swedish Death Cleaning (it is not depressing, it's uplifting!). And finally, Sherri commemorates the 23rd anniversary of the Sept 11th terrorist attacks and the health issues that brave first responders and those in lower Manhattan near Ground Zero that day still suffer from and how this created even more caregivers in the U.S. (1:13:51) At the end of this episode is our Me Time Monday Wellness Hack from Sherri's book, Me Time Monday – The Weekly Wellness Plan to Find Balance and Joy for a Busy Life. This hack talks about how to practice the Me Time Monday program – 3 steps and 7 minutes is all it takes! Find out more at: caregivingclub.com/podcast/

Our August episode of “Caregiving Club On Air” celebrates National Wellness Month and the 1-Year Anniversary of my book, “Me Time Monday – The Weekly Wellness Plan to Find Balance and Joy for a Busy Life.” We also take a look at National Relaxation Day on Aug 15 with our special guest, Ellen MacKay, co-creator of Yoga4Caregivers. Ellen leads us through a very helpful breathing exercise and discusses the importance of yoga and types of yoga caregivers can do in 7 minutes or less. (4:35) In our Caregiver Wellness News, we're also celebrating National Friendship Day (Aug 4) and another type of friend on International Dog Day on Aug 26. I'll share recent announcements from the U.S. Surgeon General on social media risks, the benefit of being friends with your older parent and how our dogs can develop dementia and how to prevent cognitive issues for both of you! (13:07) Ellen MacKay – Co-Creator of Yoga4Caregivers (44:16) Turning to Well Home Design News we highlight National Beach Day Aug 30 and the Blue Wellness research from my book, “Me Time Monday,” that shows how healing water can be. I take the latest spa/resort trends and tell you how to bring those into your home. We also look at National Booklovers Day (Aug 9) with some booklover design tips and also our updated Caregiving Club Booklovers List. We also celebrate the 1-year anniversary of my book “Me Time Monday – The Weekly Wellness Plan to Find Balance and Joy for a Busy Life.” with surprising, exciting new content I'll be sharing. (1:03:13) At the end of this episode is our Me Time Monday Wellness Hack from Sherri's new book, Me Time Monday – The Weekly Wellness Plan to Find Balance and Joy for a Busy Life. Sherri shares more of the Blue Wellness science of coastal living, water therapies and how water is essential to our physical, emotional and spiritual wellness. We also want to remind listeners to check out LoveYourBrain.com where you can find online and in-person caregiver retreats and other programs for mind/body/soul. Find out more at: caregivingclub.com/podcast/

Our July episode of “Caregiving Club On Air” celebrates the upcoming Paris Olympics with host and gerontologist, Sherri Snelling, interviewing Adam Pearce, Co-Founder of LoveYourBrain.com about his story caregiving for his brother, a former Olympic snowboarder, Kevin Pearce, who suffered a traumatic brain injury during a 2010 Olympic training session. This inspirational story is about brotherly bonds, resiliency and hope. (3:20) Sherri also shares information on National Sandwich Generation Month during Caregiver Wellness News including studies that show Sandwich Generation caregivers struggle with and need more help in financial wellness – one of the 7 elements of wellness from Sherri's book, “Me Time Monday – The Weekly Wellness Plan to Find Balance and Joy for a Busy Life.” Part of this plan is having the long-term care conversation with families and Sherri offers a free on demand webinar on how to have these CARE Conversations for caregivers. With International Self-Care Day on July 24 Sherri talks about the Four Hormones of Happiness from her “Me Time Monday” book and how caregivers can harness these hormones for better well-being. (19:25) Adam Pearce – Co-Founder of LoveYourBrain.com (53:24) In the Well Home Design News Sherri celebrates National Forest Week (July 8-14) by creating a multisensory design plan for your home. Sherri shares how to bring the forest inside and how to engage and immerse your 5 senses that improve brain health, lower stress and reduce anxiety and depression – all from research in her “Me Time Monday” book on biophilic design. (1:06:50) At the end of this episode is our Me Time Monday Wellness Hack from Sherri's new book, Me Time Monday – The Weekly Wellness Plan to Find Balance and Joy for a Busy Life. Sherri shares more of the wellness science of forest bathing, also known as forest medicine, and we offer a 1-min forest meditation in celebration of National Forest Week. Find out more at: caregivingclub.com/podcast/

Our June episode of “Caregiving Club On Air” has host and gerontologist, Sherri Snelling, recognizing Alzheimer's & Brain Health Awareness Month with an interview with Deborah Levy, Executive Director, and Dr. Charles Wilcox, Board Member, of the Alzheimer's Association Orange County. Discussion includes family caregiver education and support groups, signs of dementia vs. Alzheimer's vs. MCI and the latest tests to diagnose dementia including blood tests as well as how to reduce your risk for Alzheimer's in the future. For the National Day of Joy on June 26, Sherri talks to Saudia Gajadhar, Chief Happiness Officer of Comfort Keepers, and their latest survey findings on positive mindsets and aging well based on responses from adult children and older parents. (3:07) For Caregiver Wellness News, Sherri recaps some of the latest statistics from the recent Alzheimer's Association Facts & Figures Report on how many people are affected by dementia, she talks about the importance of hydration and brain health with research from her book, “Me Time Monday – The Weekly Wellness Plan to Find Balance and Joy for a Busy Life” for National Hydration Day June 23 and touches upon the difference in caring for fathers versus mothers for Father's Day. (14:21) Saudia Gajadhar – Comfort Keepers National Day of Joy interview (36:01) Deborah Levy and Dr. Charles Wilcox – Alzheimer's Association Orange County interview (1:06:45) In the Well Home Design News Sherri shares her free webinar webinar on “Dementia Friendly Home Design” on the Caregiving Club YouTube channel to highlight Alzheimer's and Brain Health Awareness Month. And for Employee Wellness Month, Sherri shares an excerpt from her “Me Time Monday” book on biophilic design to improve brain health as part of Environment Wellness for both home and office. (1:12:14) At the end of this episode is our Me Time Monday Wellness Hack from Sherri's new book, Me Time Monday – The Weekly Wellness Plan to Find Balance and Joy for a Busy Life. We explore musical menus and sonic seasoning and how our brains interpret music and dining for better health to celebrate World Music Month. Find out more at: caregivingclub.com/podcast/

This May episode of “Caregiving Club On Air,” host and gerontologist, Sherri Snelling, celebrates Older Americans Month with an interview with Kian Saneii, Founder and CEO of Independa, that provides an ecosystem of health and wellness applications and benefits, including bi-directional, easy-to-use video chat, allowing care recipients to stay more healthy, independent and socially engaged, while reducing the costs and complexities of care. (2:50) For Caregiver Wellness News, we highlight May Mental Health Month with research from Sherri's book, “Me Time Monday – The Weekly Wellness Plan to Find Balance and Joy for a Busy Life” on how to combat anxiety and increase emotional wellness. We also celebrate Mother's Day on May 12 and Memorial Day on May 27 as well as centenarians and Living to 100 but also the ageism we see in workplaces and society for older Americans. (30:31) Kian Saneii of Independa interview (1:02:34) In the Well Home Design News Sherri shares highlights for both National Home Improvement Month and National Moving Month celebrated in May. She shares some tips on resources to help make home modifications as well as the 3 C's of Age-Friendly Home Design from her “Me Time Monday” book. Sherri also talks about how to help a loved one downsize or move from a family home. You can check out Sherri's free webinar on “Dementia Friendly Home Design” on the Caregiving Club YouTube channel. (1:18:15) At the end of this episode is our Me Time Monday Wellness Hack from Sherri's new book, Me Time Monday – The Weekly Wellness Plan to Find Balance and Joy for a Busy Life. We explore how to increase your spiritual wellness in recognition of May 2 and the National Day of Prayer. Find out more at: caregivingclub.com/podcast/

This April episode of “Caregiving Club On Air,” host and gerontologist, Sherri Snelling, celebrates National Get Organized Day April 26 with an interview with Heather Nickerson, Co-Founder and CEO of Artifcts, an app and online resource that helps you tell the stories of your treasures and protect your legacy items. (3:23) For Caregiver Wellness News, we highlight National Stress Awareness Month and World Book Day April 23 with some destress tips from Sherri's latest book, “Me Time Monday – The Weekly Wellness Plan to Find Balance and Joy for a Busy Life.” For Earth Day on April 22 Sherri also focuses on biophilic wellness from her book including Blue Wellness, Green Exercise, Multisensory Nature Experiences that all support the 7 Elements of Wellness in Me Time Monday. Fun and Funny Celebrities – for April's National Humor Month, we share news of our favorite adaptable clothing line, Joe & Bella, whose cool stylish designs just got more fun by collaborating with comedic actor, Seth Rogen, and his actress/writer/director wife, Lauren Miller Rogen, creators of Hilarity for Charity (HFC), designing some fashion items with some proceeds benefitting those with dementia and Alzheimer's. Sherri also talks about her work with HFC to support family caregivers. (21:00) Heather Nickerson of Artifcts interview (52:02) In the Well Home Design News Sherri shares some tips on how to declutter your home including the latest trend in Swedish Death Cleaning. It not only helps your Environmental Wellness but your Emotional Wellness. And, we offer more resources to help you and your family get your important documents organized in case of personal emergencies or natural disasters. (1:03:36) At the end of this episode is our Me Time Monday Wellness Hack from Sherri's new book, Me Time Monday – The Weekly Wellness Plan to Find Balance and Joy for a Busy Life. We explore how stories and storytelling can actually help us destress – all for National Stress Awareness Month. Find out more at: caregivingclub.com/podcast/

This March episode of “Caregiving Club On Air,” host and gerontologist, Sherri Snelling, celebrates Companies That Care Day March 21 with an interview with Dr. Jennifer Olsen, CEO of the Rosalynn Carter Institute for Caregivers (RCI) which has a new report on its Innovation Lab pilot program to support hourly workers who are also family caregivers. (3:00) For Caregiver Wellness News, we highlight International Happiness Day March 20. Sherri shares information from her new book, “Me Time Monday – The Weekly Wellness Plan to Find Balance and Joy for a Busy Life” on the difference between happiness and joy and since it is March National Nutrition Month, she talks about foods that promote happiness. Sticking with the nutrition theme, Sherri shares information on how 50% of Americas are dehydrated and why this hurts brain health for World Water Day March 22. For Companies That Care Day Sherri also focuses on the trends in the workplace to support employees who are caregivers, especially the 1 in 6 workers caring for an older loved one and the 23% of workers who are Sandwich Generation – caring for children and older parents or grandparents simultaneously. Sherri also highlights the findings from recent reports from Harvard, Care.com and RCI that showcase the innovation and benefit needs working caregivers want. (23:38) Dr. Jennifer Olsen, CEO – Rosalynn Carter Institute for Caregivers interview (41:00) In the Well Home Design News Sherri shares her insights from recent reports and conferences including the trends from the Global Wellness Institute and the latest products and design for aging in place and creating wellness environments in our homes from the recent KBIS (Kitchen and Bath Industry Show). These include: cold plunges, air care and aromatherapy infused baths. (54:52) At the end, this episode's Me Time Monday Wellness Hack is from Sherri's new book, Me Time Monday – The Weekly Wellness Plan to Find Balance and Joy for a Busy Life. It is how to harness the four feel-good hormones that promote more happiness. Find out more at: caregivingclub.com/podcast/

This March episode of “Caregiving Club On Air,” host and gerontologist, Sherri Snelling, celebrates National Sleep Awareness Week March 10-16 with an interview with Dr. Wnedy Troxel, a sleep science expert and author of “Sharing the Covers – Every Couple's Guide to Better Sleep.” (2:58) For Caregiver Wellness News, Sherri shares sleep tips from her new book, “Me Time Monday,” including how sleep affects our weight, our mood and mental health, how naps are related to Alzheimer's risk and how sleep changes as we age. And more from Sherri's book on why daydreaming is important for stress relief and building resiliency to celebrate National Dream Day March 11. Sherri also recognizes March as National Nutrition Month and shares tips on what foods help you get to sleep. And for our Pop Culture segment, we share our best picture list of caregiving movies to commemorate Oscar Sunday March 10. (33:05) Dr, Megan Troxel, sleep expert and author interview (1:04:40) In the Well Home Design News Sherri shares tips from her “Me Time Monday” book on how to get to and stay asleep and also talks about the latest in sleep tech. (1:25:45) At the end, this episode's Me Time Monday Wellness Hack is from Sherri's new book, Me Time Monday – The Weekly Wellness Plan to Find Balance and Joy for a Busy Life. It is how daydreaming helps build resiliency and makes us better caregivers. Find out more at: caregivingclub.com/podcast/

For our February episode of “Caregiving Club On Air,” host and gerontologist, Sherri Snelling, celebrates National Caregivers Day on Feb 16 with Daphney Vick, Founder/CEO of Carefluent. (2:29) For Caregiver Wellness News, Sherri gives an overview of the various home care services available to families for National Caregivers Day including how to get paid as caregiver if you are a family member. Sherri also shares the latest news for February's Heart Health Month as well as February National Cancer Prevention Month. (27:43) Daphney Vick of Carefluent interview (55:55) In the Well Home Design News Sherri shares news about what one Girl Scout and Habitat for Humanity are doing to help family caregivers and older adults, especially with living in our homes as long as possible. (1:03:54) At the end, this episode's Me Time Monday Wellness Hack is from from Sherri's new book, Me Time Monday – The Weekly Wellness Plan to Find Balance and Joy for a Busy Life. It is a heart-focused breathing technique to soothe the vagus nerve and bring calm after stressful events. Find out more at: caregivingclub.com/podcast/

This episode of “Caregiving Club On Air” host and gerontologist, Sherri Snelling, focuses on January Financial Wellness Month and her great interview with longevity planning financial expert, Amanda Stahl of Raymond James. For Caregiver Wellness News, Sherri continues the January Financial Wellness Month theme with her insights on how to create your own personal "Joyconomy" from her new book, Me Time Monday. Also, since January is the time many people are turning to new exercise programs, Sherri talks about some of the latest wellness trends or what she calls “Joyful Workouts.” These programs follow the principles of her new book, Me Time Monday and the trend in green exercise that Sherri wrote about. Sherri also talks about how to become a Me Time Monday resolutionary – abandon those New Year's Resolutions for a lifelong wellness plan that works. In the Well Home Design News Sherri talks about cost of care and financial planning for long-term care with some resources and data that help families with the new longevity – the 20 to 30 bonus years of life we are all living. At the end, this episode's Me Time Monday Wellness Hack is also from from Sherri's new book, Me Time Monday – The Weekly Wellness Plan to Find Balance and Joy for a Busy Life. Sherri offers 7 “Joyful Workout” ideas to kick-start your year. Find out more at: caregivingclub.com/podcast/

Kicking off the 4th Season of our “Caregiving Club On Air” podcast which is all about caregiver wellness, Sherri Snelling, corporate gerontologist, talks with Shawn Hallam, President of Instant Jungle on how houseplants can improve health through better air care at home – just in time for January 10 National Houseplant Appreciation Day! In Caregiver Wellness News Sherri explains the health benefit of hugging for January 21` National Hugging Day. Part of this discussion is from Sherri's new book, Me Time Monday – The Weekly Wellness Plan to Find Balance and Joy for a Busy Life, where she shares how to harness your 4 feel-good hormones through activities like hugging that improve mental and physical health. Sherri also discusses the loneliness epidemic in the U.S. and how it led to the death of “Friends” actor Matthew Perry. For Well Home Design News Sherri talks about the 5 best houseplants for air care and reviews how to bring your garden indoors – safely, cleanly and easily. This episode's Me Time Monday Wellness Hack is also from from Sherri's new book, Me Time Monday – The Weekly Wellness Plan to Find Balance and Joy for a Busy Life. It is how the color psychology behind the color green enhances our well-being and joy. Find out more at: caregivingclub.com/podcast/

For December Sherri Snelling, corporate gerontologist and “Caregiving Club On Air” podcast host kicks off the holiday theme in this episode with our great interview on the latest trends in age-tech and digital health: Steve Ewell with Consumer Technology Association Foundation and CES which is the biggest global showcase event of the latest technology. Steve will give us a sneak peek of the new products being displayed at CES in January that may make great holiday gifts. Sherri also gives a preview of our 3rd Annual Holiday Gift Guide for older adults, caregiver self-care and well home design. In Caregiver Wellness News Sherri talks about the loss of former First Lady Rosalynn Carter who passed away November 19 at age 96. Sherri shares a personal story about her connection to Mrs. Carter. She also shares the latest in sleep science since sleep is the one thing we often do not get enough of during the busy holiday season. For Well Home Design News Sherri talks about our living environments and how they promote wellness. She gives an update on how senior living are creating Tech Labs for residents to not only learn about tech but also engage in social activities. And Sherri gives insights from her new book, “Me Time Monday” on creating Joy by harnessing your feel-good hormones through environmental wellness design. This episode's Me Time Monday Wellness Hack is also from from Sherri's new book, Me Time Monday – The Weekly Wellness Plan to Find Balance and Joy for a Busy Life. It is the last chapter on the 7 lessons George Bailey from “It's a Wonderful Life” teaches us about happiness. Find out more at: caregivingclub.com/podcast/

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

Our National Family Caregiver Month & National Alzheimer's Month episode is a BIG one! Sherri Snelling, corporate gerontologist and “Caregiving Club On Air” podcast host, interviews the following guests on this episode: 1. Lisa Tyburski of Glenner Centers and the Town Square for Dementia Day Care Villages – an innovative model for caring for those with Alzheimer's in an active, engaging environment (think Disneyland for Dementia) 2. Lori La Bey – a long-time colleague in dementia caregiving and a caregiver for her late mom with Alzheimer's. Lori is a dear friend who has a great book out that engages all ages on Alzheimer's called “Betty the Bald Chicken – Lessons in How to Care” we're going to talk to her about that and the insights she has from her podcast “Alzheimer's Speaks” 3. Marianne Sciucco, founder of AlzAuthors, who is going to tell us how her site is a great resource for those living with Alzheimer's and those caring for someone with dementia – a great interview to celebrate Nov 1 National Authors Day and November National Family Stories Month In Caregiver Wellness News Sherri shares information about the Caregiver Action Network (CAN) campaign for National Family Caregiver Month with the theme #CaregiversConnect. Sherri also talks about daylight savings and what to know about how light therapy helps caregivers and those with Alzheimer's by reducing depression by 20%. For Well Home Design News Sherri give some highlights from her “Dementia Friendly Design” webinar that she also shares on the Episode Guide page so listeners can view or watch the webinar on Caregiving Club's YouTube channel. All of this news and the Me Time Monday Wellness Hack on the 7 A's of Caregiving and the 7 Elements of Life Balance are from Sherri's new book, Me Time Monday – The Weekly Wellness Plan to Find Balance and Joy for a Busy Life. Find out more at: caregivingclub.com/podcast/

Sherri Snelling, corporate gerontologist and “Caregiving Club On Air” podcast host, interviews guests on this episode focusing on Emotional Wellness and Financial Wellness to highlight Emotional Health Month and National Long-Term Care Financial Planning Month. Dani Klein Modisett, founder and CEO of Laughter on Call featured as one of Forbes “50 Over 50,” talks about laughter as medicine. Lisa Rehburg, head of Rehburg Life Settlements and a 30-year insurance industry veteran talks about how to evaluate your life insurance and make it work for you after age 60. In Caregiver Wellness News we start with Sherri's insights on mental and emotional health and how vibrational medicine – our body's energy fields – are tied to emotional health therapies. We also celebrate World Smile Day on October 6 and Sherri shares the new “Joy Workout” recently featured in the New York Times for Active Aging Week Oct 3-9. For Well Home Design News we highlight National Book Month with more insights from Sherri's new book, Me Time Monday – The Weekly Wellness Plan to Find Balance and Joy for a Busy Life, including information about air care and houseplants for better Environmental Wellness in your home. We also share our latest Caregiving Club “Booklovers Reading List.” And, for Breast Cancer Awareness Month Sherri shares sleep science tips and how it relates to breast cancer – just “Think Pink” for your bedroom soundtrack. The episode ends with a Me Time Monday Wellness Hack on a 5-minute cross-training the brain exercise to highlight National Train Your Brain Day on October 13. Find out more at: caregivingclub.com/podcast/

Sherri Snelling, corporate gerontologist and “Caregiving Club On Air” podcast host, has a different kind of episode for August – while celebrating August National Wellness Month and August 6th National Friendship and Aug 15th National Relaxation Day, she is also commemorating August 9th National Booklovers Day with the launch of her new book this month, ME TIME MONDAY – The Weekly Wellness Plan to Find Balance and Joy for a Busy Life. Sherri takes this episode to answer the Top 7 questions from followers of her GoodReads page about her new book. She weaves in the social wellness of friendships and relaxation while sharing her inspiration while writing the book. Questions included: Q: What is your new book, ME TIME MONDAY, all about? Q: What inspired you to write your new book, ME TIME MONDAY? Q: You say you write your books for family caregivers but ME TIME MONDAY seems like a book that could benefit any adult? Q: You say ME TIME MONDAY will help readers “Marie Kondo” their lives – can you explain? Q: You talk a lot of about microflows or “baby steps” as a key part of ME TIME MONDAY – how does that work? Q: What is the magic behind Monday in ME TIME MONDAY? Q: You also talk about how the book is based on neuroscience coming together with nature – tell me more about that? The episode wraps up with a “Happy Birthday to Rosalynn Carter,” a pioneer in caregiving whose 96th birthday is August 18, and a special appearance from Penny for National Dog Day on August 26th. And, as always, we end the episode with a Me Time Monday Wellness Hack on how friendships increase our wellness and 3 tips on how to find relaxation. Find out more at: caregivingclub.com/podcast/ and caregivingclub.com/me-time-Monday-book/

Sherri Snelling, corporate gerontologist and “Caregiving Club On Air” podcast host, kicks off July National Sandwich Generation Month featuring an interview with Alexandra Drane, Co-Founder and CEO of Archangels, which provides insights and tools on family caregiving including the Caregiver Intensity Index to determine your emotional health score. In Caregiver Wellness News Sherri shares the latest research from her book, Me Time Monday – The Weekly Wellness Plan to Find Balance and Joy for a Busy Life including information about forest bathing to celebrate National Forest Week July 10-16 and July also being National Self-Care Month. Sherri will also highlight Richard Lui's latest documentary on caregiving and mental health, “Unconditional.” Sherri also gives a Happy Birthday shout-out to friend, Norman Lear, TV showrunner icon who is turning 101 on July 27. In Well Home Design News, Sherri highlights her recent article on what to plan for when older parents move into your home – one of the conversations the Sandwich Generation encounter: the 3Ps of Prevention, Privacy and Personalization. The episode wraps up with a Me Time Monday Wellness Hack especially for July 4th Independence Day with the Caregiving Club's “Caregiver Bill of Rights.” Find out more at: caregivingclub.com/podcast/

Sherri Snelling, corporate gerontologist and “Caregiving Club On Air” podcast host, has three great interviews for this episode beginning with Rachel Francine and Andy Tubman, co-founders of SingFit, who talk about music, brain health and Alzheimer's for June's National Alzheimer's and Brain Health Awareness Month as well as June 21 World Music Day. Sherri's second interview is with Saudia Gajadhar, Chief Happiness Officer with Comfort Keepers, who will talk about National Day of Joy on June 28 and the results of Comfort Keeper's new survey on what makes older people happy. In Caregiver Wellness News Sherri shares the latest research from her book, Me Time Monday – The Weekly Wellness Plan to Find Balance and Joy for a Busy Life. It includes tips on green exercise and brain health. Sherri also talks about the actor Bruce Willis and his recent frontotemporal dementia (FTD) diagnosis and how to care for our dads for Father's Day. In Pop Culture, Sherri shares her playlists for World Beatles Day (June 25) and the Beach Boys (International Surf Music Month). In Well Home Design News, Sherri highlights June as National Employee Self-Care Month with tips on how to increase brain health and calm in both the workplace and a home office setting. The episode wraps up with a Me Time Monday Wellness Hack on how music is beneficial for brain health. Find out more at: caregivingclub.com/podcast/

Sherri Snelling, corporate gerontologist and “Caregiving Club On Air” podcast host, celebrates May's Older Americans Month and National Travel Week May 7-13 with her guests for this episode – Co-Founders Jay Wei and Tricia Norton from Discover Live, a virtual travel company. Jay and Tricia will talk about this new trend in travel to help engage our older loved ones but really for anyone of any age to experience and enjoy. In Caregiver Wellness News, Sherri shares insights on resources and new research on mental health that we bring awareness to in May including the new national mental health emergency helpline 988. She also talks about caring for Moms in celebration of Mother's Day. In Well Home Design News Sherri returns to the travel theme but focuses on how caregivers can get a break and travel and what is trending in self-care and wellness travel. As well, she'll touch upon respitality – a service for caregivers to have older loved ones stay at an assisted living community while you travel for business or with family and friends. The episode ends with the Me Time Monday Wellness Hack on daydreaming which is “mental floss” for caregiver burnout and a tool to use in building resiliency for better mental and emotional health. Find out more at: caregivingclub.com/podcast/

Sherri Snelling, corporate gerontologist and “Caregiving Club On Air” podcast host, talks to Francesca ReDavid of Care.com about their new report on “The Modern Workplace” and what employers are doing or should be doing to support employees who are also family caregivers. Sherri also shares her CAREGIVER WELLNESS NEWS with tips on how to find stress release in the office and at home; also information about National Volunteer Week, National Sibling Day, National Pet Therapy Day and some thoughts on National Humor Month and how all of that relates to caregiver health. In WELL HOME DESIGN NEWS, since it is also National Garden Month, Sherri shares trends on bringing biophilia – the love of nature – into the home even if you are aging in place with Elevated and Smart Gardens. As always we end with our Me Time Monday Wellness Hack. This episode we focus on National Stress Awareness Month with tips on banishing caregiver burnout. Find out more at: caregivingclub.com/podcast/

Sherri Snelling, corporate gerontologist and “Caregiving Club On Air” podcast host, talks to Dr. Annie Fenn, who is the creator of the Brain Health Kitchen classes online and just published a cookbook with the same name that helps us keep our brains healthy with food at any age making her our perfect guest for March National Nutrition Month. Sherri also shares her CAREGIVER WELLNESS NEWS, with the latest research on water and hydration for World Water Day on March 22 as well as how to know how much water you should be drinking daily to live longer. In WELL HOME DESIGN NEWS, Sherri talks about how to bring March National Reading Month and National Unplugging Day on March 4 together to create cozy reading nooks that also relate to March 21 National Happiness Day and our take on niksen – the Dutch art of doing nothing. As always we end our episode with a ME TIME MONDAY Wellness Hack – this one is for National Nutrition Month on how rainbows, sunshine and eating like the French give us better nutrition.

Sherri Snelling, corporate gerontologist and “Caregiving Club On Air” podcast host, has two great guests this episode: 1) Kathryn Grube, CEO and Founder of Functional Color Solutions is a color design expert and interior designer who is going to tell us more about color therapy and the key role it plays in our living environments and brain health – all in celebration of National Color Therapy Month. 2) Rick Renner – CEO of Dreampad, an innovative company in the world of sleep science which is perfect since National Sleep Awareness Week is March 12-18. Rick's also going to touch on daylight savings changes and how that affects our sleep since we'll be turning those clocks forward 1 hour on Sunday, March 12 to spring ahead! In Caregiver Wellness and Well Home Design News, Sherri shares the latest sleep tech products and also talks about the health benefits of daydreaming for National Dream Day March 11. As always, we end the episode with a Me Time Monday Wellness Hack – this one on sleep science and tips for getting better sleep.

Sherri Snelling, corporate gerontologist and “Caregiving Club On Air” podcast host, focuses this February episode on National Caregiver Day (Feb 17), Soulmates & Solo Agers for Valentine's Day (Feb 14), Heart Health Month & Go Red for Women (Feb 3). Our expert guest is Carina Edwards, CEO of Quil, a joint venture between Independence Health Group (Independence) and Comcast, to tell us about how technology is supporting the role of family caregiver for older adults living alone at home. For Valentine's Day Sherri shares statistics on men who are caregivers and reflects on her friendship with Dan Gasby and the late B. Smith – a caregiving love story. Sherri also shares recent research in Caregiver Wellness and a story about women and what to know about heart health. In Well Home Design News, Sherri talks about the challenges for solo agers and some of the innovations in Maine – where per capita there are more people over age 60 than anywhere else in the country. She also talks about tips from a recent article she wrote for Porch on what to know before you ask Mom or Dad to come live with you. As always, we end the episode with a Me Time Monday Wellness Hack – this one on the power of the color Red for heart health and for love.

Sherri Snelling, corporate gerontologist and host kicks off 2023 with a focus on January Financial Wellness Month and a time for new beginnings with two great guests: Marc Schulz – co-author of “The Good Life – Lessons From the World's Longest Scientific Study of Happiness” who along with Robert Waldinger is the co-director of the Harvard Adult Development Study. For 85 years researchers have been examining what makes some people live longer, healthier and happier. As one of the current research directors, Marc will tell us the secrets to living the good life (hint: it has to do with your relationships) from the research captured in the book out this month. Cynthia Hutchins, Director of Financial Gerontology for Bank of America talks about a new study she has done with the University of Pennsylvania on caregiver financial well-being. She shares tips on shaping up your financial wellness for 2023 and beyond and especially how families can plan ahead for caregiving costs. Sherri also talks about more great resources for financial planning when it comes to long-term care of older loved ones and how to create a well home design plan to make modifications to your home every few years so it evolves with your needs as you age. Sherri ends the episode with the Me Time Monday Wellness Hack on the healing power of hugs. to celebrate National Hugging Day January 21.

Our final episode for Season 2 focuses on family, friends and holiday wishes. In this episode, Host Sherri Snelling has two special guests: Jim Towey – founder of Aging With Dignity and creator of the The Five Wishes document. Learn from Jim about his special work with Mother Teresa – captured in his new book, To Love and Be Loved – A Personal Portrait of Mother Teresa, as well as the global impact of The Five Wishes – what they are and how to create your own document for end-of-life preferences. Mitchell Yoel – CEO of Journey Health & Lifestyle. This one-stop-shop online retailer is the perfect solution for finding all the items you need to care for an older loved one or someone with disabilities. Mitch talks about how this is much more than shopping – with Journey H&L's dedication to customer service and convenience. He also shares Journey H&L's top sellers and trending items for holiday buys this season. Sherri combines the Caregiver Wellness and Well Home Design news segments to focus on the 2nd Annual Caregiving Club Holiday Gift Guide with special selections for caregiver wellness, wellness for older loved ones and well home design items. As always, we end our episode with our Me Time Monday Wellness Hack that offers the Story of the Red Cardinal and how this reminder of our loved ones for caregivers lifts our spirits this holiday season. Happy Holiday everyone! Learn more: caregivingclub.com/podcast/

In this episode, Host Sherri Snelling celebrates the Thanksgiving season along with November's National Family Caregiver Month. Special guest for this episode is Dr. Charles Spence, a world renowned gastrophysicist and professor at the University of Oxford. He explains the neuroscience behind musical menus and using sonic seasoning for better nutrition and overall meal enjoyment. In Caregiver Wellness News, Sherri talks about the latest studies and initiatives on family caregiving as well as how to have the family caregiving conversation and how to create empathy when talking to older parents or grandparents. She also shares several caregiver cookbooks in our Pop Culture segment. In Well Home Design News Sherri shares how creating “Me Time” spaces at home are the latest home design trend using design that embraces the 5 senses. As always, we end our episode with our Me Time Monday Wellness Hack that offers our Gratitude Gravy Recipe to support emotional health throughout the holidays. Happy Thanksgiving everyone!

Host Sherri Snelling continues to celebrate National Family Caregiver Month along with National Alzheimer's Month and Veteran's Day in November. Special guest for this episode is Dr. Eboni Green who is the founder and president of Caregiver Support Services and a noted grief expert. She talks to us about the stages of grief and how to find gratitude. In Caregiver Wellness News, Sherri also touches on the latest surveys in workplace wellness for employees who are also caregiving, the latest news caregiving and Alzheimer's, and also the great work of the Elizabeth Dole Foundation and its Hidden Heroes program providing support for the family caregivers of veterans for Veteran's Day November 11. In Well Home Design News Sherri once again celebrates Veteran's Day sharing news of the Tunnel to Towers Foundation that provides smart homes to disabled veterans and their families and mortgage free homes to the families of veterans and first responders whose loved ones were lost in the line of duty making the ultimate sacrifice for their country. As always, we end our episode with our Me Time Monday Wellness Hack that recognizes the power of the color purple to provide us with spirituality, creativity and healing.

Host and Gerontologist, Sherri Snelling, kicks off November National Family Caregiver Month, National Family Stories Month and National Author's Day (Nov 1) with an interview with special guest, noted author Elizabeth Winthrop Alsop. Her new book, “Daughter of Spies,” is about her caregiving journey and uncovering family secrets. This fascinating story takes us inside the life of famous journalist Stewart Alsop and his beautiful British wife, Tish, during World War II and later Elizabeth's caregiving for her mother who suffered from alcoholism and dementia. She learns both of her parents were spies during WWII and how that shaped their family life. It is an intriguing read and a fascinating interview. In Caregiver Wellness News, Sherri also reviews traveling with an older loved one this holiday season – some tips and resources and also the new trend in senior travel – Virtual Travel. And she touches upon a new report about employees who are caregiving and their mental health supports in the workplace. For our Pop Culture segment, Sherri shares her list of family caregiver memoirs and books. In Well Home Design News, Sherri talks about legacies and life stories of our older loved ones with terrific resources to keep those memories alive. Our Me Time Monday Wellness Hack this episode is on using storytelling to create empathy by walking in someone's else's shoes.

Host Sherri Snelling celebrates October National Active Aging and Aging in Place Weeks by talking to two experts using innovative solutions to help older adults to be lifelong learners and gain social health through a new learning platform and how to transform our homes into “forever homes” through universal design. She first talks to Lawrence Kosick, Co-Founder of Get Set Up, about how an online learning platform keeps older adults emotionally healthy but also provides skills for encore careers. Then for our Well Home Design News, Sherri talks to national aging in place expert, Rosemarie Rossetti, designer of the Universal Design Living Lab – which happens to be her home in Ohio! Rosemarie's story is very poignant regarding how a terrible accident led her on a journey to adapt our homes to make it work for whatever physical challenges we may have. In Caregiver Wellness News, Sherri also touches on October Emotional Health Month and how emotional health is different from mental health. She also talks about what employers are doing to support mental and emotional health in the workplace and a note on finding resiliency and longevity in the life story and recent passing of Britain's Queen Elizabeth II. And, we are thinking pink as Sherri acknowledges October's Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Finally, as always, we end our episode with our Me Time Monday Wellness Hack that recognizes October 13 which is both World Vision Day and National Train Your Brain Day. Our Me Time Monday wellness hack is on how our brains see colors and how chromatherapy – based on color – is another tool for better wellness.

Host Sherri Snelling celebrates September Healthy Aging Month by talking to two experts using entertaining ways to help older adults keep their brains and bodies in shape. She first talks to neuroscientist Henry Mahncke who is CEO of Posit Science, creators of brainHQ brain exercise programs to enhance cognitive performance. Then Sherri talks to Mark Evin, CEO of Jintronix, an online health platform using gamification to help older adults with rehabilitation and body strength using virtual skiing, soccer and even gardening. Our bonus interview in celebration of New York and Paris Fashion Weeks this month is with fashion designer, Cara Sumpton, co-founder of Apparelmark and lead designer for the Joe & Bella adaptive clothing line. She will talk about how fashion is ageless and what interested her in designing for older adults. Sherri also touches on World Gratitude Day September 21 in Caregiver Wellness News and Falls Prevention Week September 18-25 in Well Home Design News. As always, we end our episode with our Me Time Monday Wellness Hack that plays off our theme of “The Year of Living Colorfully” as we dive into the color psychology of orange which is tied to social health and gratitude. More information, articles and resources mentioned in this episode on: caregivingclub.com/podcast/

Host Sherri Snelling celebrates September 11 National Grandparents Day by talking about two fashion and home design trends that bridge older and younger generations: Coastal Grandmother and Grandmillennial style. She also talks to financial elder abuse expert, Liz Loewy, Co-Founder of Eversafe, about Grandparent Scams and how to help older loved ones avoid identity theft and other fraud and scams. And as a passionate supporter of the first responders of September 11 – Sherri recognizes this day as one “We Will Never Forget” with her thoughts on how her grandparents lived through Pearl Harbor and promised never to forget that tragedy and for her generation 9/11 is our day of remembrance. For Caregiver Wellness News, Sherri talks statistics on grandparents and caregiving and offers some key resources to help care for older loved ones. For our Well Home Design News, Sherri besides the new design trends talks about September National Emergency Preparedness Month and offers a free webinar for listeners on how families can prepare for natural and other disasters and emergency situations. As always, we end our episode with our Me Time Monday Wellness Hack that plays off our theme of “The Year of Living Colorfully” as we dive into the color psychology of blue and how it affects well-being. More information, articles and resources mentioned in this episode on: caregivingclub.com/podcast/

Host Sherri Snelling celebrates August National Wellness Month and the August 18th birthday of former First Lady Rosalynn Carter by sharing a previously recorded interview with her. Mrs. Carter, who founded the Rosalynn Carter Institute for Caregivers, was the first national figure to identify caregiver burnout and the need for emotional wellness. She also tells Sherri how she finds her “me time.” Sherri also interviews Tia Newcomer, CEO of CaringBridge about the need for caregivers to have social support. CaringBridge helps facilitate the opportunity for caregivers to get a respite break with a little help from family and friends as we also celebrate National Friendship Day on August 8 and National Relaxation Day on August 15. For Caregiver Wellness News, Sherri talks about ways to find both paid and free respite support and for the Pop Culture segment she also shares her beach reads for caregivers in recognition of National Booklovers Day on August 9 and National Beach Day on August 30. For our Well Home Design News, Sherri shares exciting news from Pottery Barn and how to stay cool and keep older loved ones hydrated for summer. As always, we end our episode with our Me Time Monday Wellness Hack that focuses on beating burnout to find better balance and wellness. More information, articles and resources mentioned in this episode on: caregivingclub.com/podcast/

Host Sherri Snelling shares the latest news for July's National Sandwich Generation Month about those family caregivers who are caring for two generations simultaneously – younger children and older parents or grandparents. We also offer some tips for caregivers in our Caregiver Wellness News on how to find a little me time and self-care for International Self-Care Day on July 24. Our inspirational interview this episode is with Steve Nygren, the founder and CEO of Serenbe – one of the top wellness spots to live in the U.S. and a growing trend of neighborhoods built with biophilic design that means “love of life and nature” and which Sherri writes about in her upcoming book, “The Snug Home - A Family Caregiver's Guide to Well Home Design.” For our Well Home Design News we provide Summer Travel Tips for the Sandwich Generation – including something you may not know about – respitality – and the latest trend in virtual travel. Sherri explains how it is all about going from “staycations” to “wellcations.” As always, we end our episode with our Me Time Monday Wellness Hack which captures our 2022 theme of “Living Colorfully.” Sherri talks about the healing, healthful and happy color of green while we also celebrate National Forest Week July 11-18. Learn more: caregivingclub.com/podcast/

June is National Home Safety Month and National Alzheimer's and Brain Health Awareness Month. Sherri talks to Ken Deering, CEO of iGuard Home Solutions about how to prevent fires in the kitchen especially for our older loved ones who may have dementia. June 19 is Father's Day so our Caregiver Wellness segment focuses on the recent news of Bruce Willis and his aphasia diagnosis – helping family caregivers understand what it is and how to know the warning signs. And June 21 is the Longest Day of the Year where we bring you the latest headlines in Alzheimer's news. For Pop Culture, June 21 is also the day we commemorate World Music Day. And since June 25 is Global Beatles Day and June is International Surf Music Month Sherri created her playlists of favorite Beatles and Beach Boys tunes with family caregivers in mind. To end the podcast our Me Time Monday Wellness Hack is on the therapeutic power of music – how it helps us sleep, enjoy our food, be more energetic and bring back memories especially for those with Alzheimer's. Learn more at: caregivingclub.com

Season 2, Episode 9 – Calling All Caregivers – Let's Go Shopping! What's Your Real Age? Daydreams for Better Health May is both Older Americans Month and National Small Business Month where we spotlight two start-up businesses that are making shopping for caregivers and older adults easier, better and more affordable. Host Sherri Snelling talks to Bianca Padilla, CEO/Founder of Carewell, the store for caregiving essentials, and Jimmy Zollo, co-founder of Joe & Bella, that offers a range of care-related products including a new branded line of adaptive clothing. For Caregiver Wellness News, Sherri shares online tools on how to calculate your “real age” and to see if you may live to age 100! She also talks about how being playful makes us healthier and for May's National Mental Health Awareness Month she shares insights on trends in the workplace and how employers are supporting employee mental health – especially for caregivers reporting more burnout and emotional health issues since the pandemic. For our Well Home Design News, Sherri shares the latest information from AARP's caregiving out-of-pocket costs study specifically on caregiving shopping. She also provides several e-commerce online shopping sites for caregivers for older adult and caregiver home care needs. We finish the episode as always with our Me Time Monday Wellness Hack on Daydreaming – how we can improve brain health through “free moving” and elastic thinking that gives us more flexibility and empathy, lowers our stress and improves our relationships.

May is Older Americans Month, Mental Health Awareness Month, Military Families Month and Mother's Day! We talk to radio host, Shawn Perry about “The Senior Zone” about issues facing older adults and his caregiving for his mom. and as an Air Force veteran, Shawn shares his tips on how to “move it or lose it.” For Caregiver Wellness News, Sherri shares the latest statistics on older americans and how we are all living longer but not planning for those 20-30 bonus years of life. Sherri also shares information about mental illness among our older adult population and reflects on the recent passing of country singing legend, Naomi Judd. She also recognizes youth caregivers and the great work of the American Association of Caregiving Youth (AACY) and shares her Pop Culture list of favorite “mom” movies for Mother's Day. For our Well Home Design News, Sherri talks about the little known “solastalgia,” a new term in the mental health of older adults who feel homesickness even when at home. We finish the episode as always with our Me Time Monday Wellness Hack on The Matthew Effects and tips on how caregivers (and older adults) need to move it or lose it.

April is National Parkinson's Awareness and National Autism Awareness Month and April 30th is National Pet Therapy Day. One thing that ties all three of these together is the healing power of pets whether real or robotic. Our expert guest this episode is Ted Fischer, CEO of Ageless Innovation which makes Joy for All Companion Pets, a line of robotic cats and dogs. Ted will talk about the therapeutic effect of animal companionship and how robotic pets help those with dementia and mobility issues and he debuts their newest pet – the Walker Squawker bird! For Caregiver Wellness News, Sherri shares the latest research, programs and workplace training to support those with autism and Parkinson's disease. She also shares resources to help older loved ones keep their pets at home even if it's harder to care for them and some senior living communities such as Silverado Senior Living, that integrate pets into their care culture. In Pop Culture, Sherri shares her favorite animal movies that help caregivers catch a break and escape into a feel-good animal film. For our Well Home Design News, Sherri talks about how to design for pets in the home and services that come into the home to help older loved ones care for their pet including Meals on Wheels. We finish the episode as always with our Me Time Monday Wellness Hack on the healing power of pets.

April is National Humor Month so the perfect guest for this episode is Kelly Conway, author of a new book about growing up with and caregiving for her famous comedian father, “My Dad is Funnier Than Your Dad – Growing Up with Tim Conway in the Funniest House in America.” Kelly shares emotional moments of her childhood and caring for her dad at the end of his life. You'll laugh and cry and learn some great advice about blended families who don't always agree on a loved one's care. For Caregiver Wellness News, Sherri shares Volkswagen's Fun Theory video on how to make health fun for National Stress Awareness Month. She also provides some insights on elder abuse and resources that can help if you fear a loved one is being harmed, exploited or neglected. Sherri also talks about how humor can help our health, and ways for caregivers to get a humor break during the day with her funniest YouTube videos with Johnny Carson, Eddie Murphy, Gilda Radner and of course, Tim Conway. In Pop Culture Sherri shares some movies that relate to the themes of elder abuse (dark humor) and sibling conflict when caregiving (lighter humor). For our Well Home Design News, Sherri shares some tips on inserting fun into your home design. We finish the episode as always with our Me Time Monday Wellness Hack on the wellness trend in Forest Bathing for National Stress Awareness Month and Earth Day on April 22 including a 1-minute virtual forest bathing experience.

Spring officially starts March 21 and that means longer daylight hours to enjoy nature either by bringing it inside or viewing upon it from indoors. This love of nature and biophilic design is part of Sherri's interview with Dr. Esther Sternberg, author of Healing Spaces. Dr. Sternberg talks about how our environments can help our health and wellness and shares her own insights on being a caregiver for her mother. For Caregiver Wellness News, Sherri shares what trends she learned at the recent Global Wellness Summit and shares some recent studies and best practices for Companies That Care Day on March 17. She also talks how about the FORTUNE Magazine “Best Places To Work” issues need to add a culture of caring for employees who are caregiving to the list. For our Well Home Design News, Sherri shares the latest trends from the KBIS (Kitchen and Bath Industry Show – North America's largest tradeshow for the kitchen and bath industry and what is trending that help older adults live in their homes longer, healthier and happier. Sherri also does her take on the upcoming Oscars how for best films by showcasing the interior set design genius of filmmaker Nancy Meyers and some of her best movies including “Something's Gotta Give,” “It's Complicated,” and “The Holiday.” We finish the episode as always with our Me Time Monday Wellness Hack on the science of sleep for National Sleep Awareness Week in March. Learn about how routines, pink noise and creating the right environment help event restless sleepers get the shut-eye needed for optimal wellness.