Virginia and Steve are joined by Pamela D. Wilson, MS, BS/BA, NCG, CSA.– an international resource for caregivers with over two decades of experience in aging and caregiving– known for her consultations, advocacy, and her book, "The Caregiving Trap: Solutions for Life's Unexpected Changes," as well as her own podcast called “The Caring Generation.” Together, they discuss the challenges of caregiving for parents with dementia, where Pamela delves into common issues such as resistance to advice, navigating difficult conversations, and managing complex family dynamics. She also emphasizes the importance of involving parents in planning, setting boundaries to maintain emotional well-being, and understanding the reasons behind a parent's unwillingness to cooperate. Pamela’s links to her social media and programs are provided below:

Social Media

• YouTube Channel
  • https://www.youtube.com/c/PamelaDWilsonCaregivingExpert
• Facebook
  • https://www.facebook.com/pameladwilsoncaregivingexpert/
• Twitter
  • https://twitter.com/CaregivingSpeak
• Facebook
  • https://www.facebook.com/pameladwilsoncaregivingexpert/

Website, Consultations, Free Online Programs, Speaking, & Podcast

• Website
  • https://pameladwilson.com/
• Pamela D Wilson Eldercare Consultant
  • https://pameladwilson.com/elder-care-consultant-aging-parent-consultation-managing-senior-care-needs-meet-with-pamela-d-wilson/
• Caring for Aging Parents Online Program
  • https://pameladwilson.com/support-caring-for-elderly-parents-overwhelmed-caregiver-support-online-course/
• Power of Attorney Online Program
  • https://pameladwilson.com/power-of-attorney-webinar-program/
• Guardianship for Aging Parents Online Program
  • https://pameladwilson.com/how-to-get-guardianship-of-a-parent-obtain-legal-guardianship-online-course-pamela-d-wilson/
• Caregiving Speaker
  • https://pameladwilson.com/caregiving-speaker-aging-parents-expert-advocate-keynotes-presentations-digital-caregiver-programs/
• The Caring Generation Podcast
  • https://pameladwilson.com/caregiver-radio-programs-the-caring-generation/

35th Annual Southern California Alzheimer's Disease Research Conference
Join UCI MIND, Alzheimer’s Orange County, and Alzheimer’s Association for the 35th Annual Southern California Alzheimer’s Disease Research Conference. This year’s conference will highlight the incredible advances being made in the diagnosis, treatment and care for people with dementia.

For more information: https://conference.mind.uci.edu/

Virginia rejoins Steve in this concluding 2 part series on caregiving strategies. In this episode, they provide insights into activities and products that can be utilized to enhance daily living and simplify routine tasks. Tune in for valuable information that aims to elevate the day-to-day experience for both caregivers and those living with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia.

Steve interviews Virginia about tips she has compiled over the years to improve the caregiving journey. Listen along as they delve into topics on healthcare visits, money matters, safety, and mood changes. This is part 1 of a 2 part series of tips and tools that can help improve quality of care for loved ones living with Alzheimer's and other forms of dementia.

Mentioned Episode in Podcast with Stephen Magro, an elder law attorney, can be found here:
https://www.buzzsprout.com/1589794/episodes/8946153