Dementia Empowered: Confident Caregiving with Legal, Financial, and Daily Support

Are you relying on power of attorney to handle Social Security for a parent with dementia? You might be in for a surprise.

When managing the care of a loved one with dementia, having power of attorney…

Why is managing your parent’s finances so hard even when you have a valid power of attorney?

If you’re a caregiver for a parent with dementia, you may have discovered that a legally valid power of att…

Is it ever okay to make gifts from a parent with dementia?

That question isn’t just emotional—it’s legal. And making the wrong decision could land you in court or delay Medicaid coverage for long-term…

What does self care really look like when you're drowning in dementia caregiving?

If you’ve ever been told to “just take care of yourself” while managing your parent’s medical needs, your job, and you…

Do you have the legal authority to make medical decisions for a loved one with dementia but still feel completely unprepared to use it in a crisis?

Having the right paperwork like a healthcare power o…

What happens when dementia care meets poor planning?

Imagine discovering too late that you have no legal authority to protect your loved one’s assets or even make critical healthcare decisions.

Withou…

Have you ever thought, “I thought I had more time”—only to find yourself overwhelmed as your loved one with dementia nears the end of life?

When the end of the dementia journey approaches, emotions ru…

How do you provide care for a loved one with dementia when you're hundreds or even thousands of miles away?

What if you had to manage their finances, medical appointments, and emotional well-being—al…

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What if dementia wasn’t inevitable?

What if t…

Are you prioritizing the right thing in your loved one's dementia care—treatment or care?

Finding the right balance can make all the difference in their well-being.

Many caregivers struggle with navig…

You're in the hospital with your loved one who has dementia.

Are you truly prepared to make critical medical decisions that align with their wishes?

Making life-and-death decisions for a family member…

Are you feeling emotionally and financially overwhelmed caring for a parent with dementia—wondering if there’s a way to get the support and recognition you deserve?

Family caregiving is a full-time jo…

Are you drowning in a sea of receipts, medical records, and appointment notes while caring for an aging parent?

What if there was a way to organize everything seamlessly and avoid legal or financial …

Have you ever felt overwhelmed by the responsibilities of caregiving—managing finances, navigating legal documents, and understanding the complexities of dementia—all at once?

If you're a family careg…

Are you overwhelmed trying to figure out how to afford long-term care for an aging parent without draining their savings or your own?

Balancing work, kids, and caregiving is already stressful enough.

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Why is Dad suddenly obsessed with withdrawing cash and hiding it around the house?

Is he handing out money to strangers, forgetting where he put it, or putting himself at financial risk?

If you're cari…

Are you struggling to navigate the complicated process of filing a long-term care insurance claim for a loved one with dementia?

Feeling lost in the fine print while trying to secure the care they de…

What if technology could make caring for your aging family member safer, more affordable, and even enhance human connection?

In today’s episode, we explore how cutting-edge tools, from wearable tech t…

Are you feeling overwhelmed, trapped between caregiving for an aging parent and managing the demands of your career and family?

If you’re struggling with the emotional weight of caregiving, feeling li…

Are you overwhelmed trying to juggle caregiving for an aging parent, work responsibilities, and your own family’s needs, all while navigating unexpected healthcare crises?

This episode dives into the …