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The Caregiver's Journey

The Caregiver's Journey

De: Sue Ryan and Nancy Treaster
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The Caregiver’s Journey podcast is an innovative and refreshing way to learn how to tackle day-to-day Alzheimer's and dementia family caregiving challenges with strength, patience, and peace of mind. Using practical tips and candid conversations, Sue Ryan and Nancy Treaster help you navigate caregiving’s ups and downs, so you move from feeling frustrated, overwhelmed, and sometimes frightened - to confident, balanced, and supported.

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  • Protect Your Brain Health: Three Essential Tips / Alzheimer’s and Other Dementias

    Protect Your Brain Health: Three Essential Tips / Alzheimer’s and Other Dementias
    Apr 7 2026

    As a family caregiver, you spend so much time worrying about your loved one's brain health. But what about your own? The good news is that there are real, evidence-backed steps you can take to improve your brain health and reduce your risk of cognitive decline — even in the midst of a demanding caregiving journey.

    We are Sue Ryan and Nancy Treaster. As caregivers for our loved ones with Alzheimer's and other types of dementia, we know how easy it is to put yourself last. That's why we're sharing insights from Shelby Roberts, Senior Director of Public Health for the Alzheimer's Association, about protecting your brain health and reducing your risk of cognitive decline and dementia. We're sharing three tips.

    Connect with us and share your tips:

    • Website: https://thecaregiversjourney.org/
    • Donate: https://give.cornerstone.cc/thecaregiversjourney
    • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecaregiversjourney/
    • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecaregiversjourneys/
    • Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suearmstrongryan/, https://www.linkedin.com/in/nancytreaster/
    • Email: sue@thecaregiversjourney.org, nancy@thecaregiversjourney.org


    Full Show Notes


    Additional Resources Mentioned

    • Support the nonprofit The Caregiver's Journey: https://give.cornerstone.cc/thecaregiversjourney
    • Alzheimer’s Association 24/7 Helpline: 800–272–3900. Masters-level counselors can help with crisis intervention, finding resources including support groups, and they offer interpretation in over 200 languages.
    • Alzheimer’s Association Brian Health Habit Builder: https://www.alz.org/help-support/brain_health/brain-health-habit-builder
    • Alzheimer's Association Brain Health Resources: https://www.alz.org/help-support/brain_health
    • The Caregiver’s Journey Navigating Dementia Caregiving Roadmap: https://roadmap.thecaregiversjourney.org/ Available as an interactive page on our website that walks you through the three stages of your dementia family caregiver journey. Includes the option to download the guide for free.


    Takeaways

    We shared 3 tips:

    Tip 1: Learn about the 10 health habits for your brain

    Tip 2: Know yourself

    Tip 3: Pick a place to start


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    24 m
  • What Is a Certified Senior Advisor: Three Essential Tips / Alzheimer’s and Other Dementias

    What Is a Certified Senior Advisor: Three Essential Tips / Alzheimer’s and Other Dementias
    Mar 24 2026

    Have you ever heard of a certified senior advisor? Would you even know what you needed or how to find one? You're not alone if the answer is no — and there are clear steps you can take to get the right help at the right time.

    We are Sue Ryan and Nancy Treaster. As caregivers for our loved ones with Alzheimer's and other types of dementia, we understand how overwhelming it can be to recognize when something has changed and know where to turn next. We're sharing insights from Cynthia Perthuis, principal owner of Senior Care Authority in Southwest Florida and a certified senior advisor, about finding, evaluating, and implementing solutions along the caregiving journey.

    If you're following along with the Navigating Dementia Caregiving Roadmap, this aligns with Step Eight. You can find the roadmap as a downloadable digital guide on the guides page of our website, and we've also created it as an interactive page where you can click directly into each step.

    Let's explore three essential tips for navigating this process — from recognizing when something is wrong, to finding the right help, to building a strategy that works for your whole family.

    Connect with us and share your tips:

    • Website: https://thecaregiversjourney.org/
    • Donate: https://give.cornerstone.cc/thecaregiversjourney
    • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecaregiversjourney/
    • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecaregiversjourneys/
    • Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suearmstrongryan/, https://www.linkedin.com/in/nancytreaster/
    • Email: sue@thecaregiversjourney.org, nancy@thecaregiversjourney.org


    Full Show Notes


    Additional Resources Mentioned

    • Support the nonprofit The Caregiver's Journey: https://give.cornerstone.cc/thecaregiversjourney
    • Society of Senior Care Advisors: https://www.csa.us/
    • Cynthia Perthuis: https://www.seniorcare-nyfl.com/eldercare-consultants-in-new-york-city-and-southwest-florida.html#about
    • The Caregiver’s Journey Navigating Dementia Caregiving Roadmap: https://roadmap.thecaregiversjourney.org/ Available as an interactive page on our website that walks you through the three stages of your dementia family caregiver journey. Includes the option to download the guide for free.


    Takeaways

    We shared 3 tips:

    Tip 1: Evaluate your situation

    Tip 2: Reach out for help

    Tip 3: Create a strategy


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    27 m
  • Find The Right Support Group: Four Essential Tips / Alzheimer’s and Other Dementias

    Find The Right Support Group: Four Essential Tips / Alzheimer’s and Other Dementias
    Mar 10 2026
    “Support groups are like lifelines — we’re around other people who are going through the same thing we are, and we know we’re not alone.” Kim Franklin Do you wonder if support groups are right for you? Do you know how to find one that fits your needs? Are you feeling overwhelmed and isolated in your caregiving role? We are Sue Ryan and Nancy Treaster. As caregivers for our loved ones with Alzheimer’s and other types of dementia, we’ve learned that support groups can be transformative resources on this journey. In this post, we’re sharing insights from Kim Franklin, Senior Program Manager with the Alzheimer’s Association, about how to find the right support group for you. Support groups offer more than just information — they provide therapeutic spaces where caregivers can come together, share their frustrations, breathe, and hear from others in similar situations. Yet many caregivers resist joining groups, thinking they don’t have time, don’t need help, or feel caregiving is a private family matter that should be handled alone. If you’re following along with the Navigating Dementia Caregiving Roadmap, this post supports Step Four, Find a support group. Let’s explore four essential tips for finding the right support group for your caregiving journey. Connect with us and share your tips: Website: https://thecaregiversjourney.org/Donate: https://give.cornerstone.cc/thecaregiversjourneyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecaregiversjourney/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecaregiversjourneys/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suearmstrongryan/, https://www.linkedin.com/in/nancytreaster/Email: sue@thecaregiversjourney.org, nancy@thecaregiversjourney.org Full Show Notes https://thecaregiversjourney.org/57-find-the-right-support-group-four-essential-tips-alzheimers-and-other-dementias/ Additional Resources Mentioned Support the nonprofit The Caregiver's Journey: https://give.cornerstone.cc/thecaregiversjourneyAlzheimer’s Association 24/7 Helpline: 800–272–3900. Masters-level counselors can help with crisis intervention, finding resources including support groups, and they offer interpretation in over 200 languages.Community Resource Finder: https://www.communityresourcefinder.org/ Visit the Alzheimer’s Association website and enter your zip code to find support groups and other services in your community.The Caregiver’s Journey Navigating Dementia Caregiving Roadmap: https://roadmap.thecaregiversjourney.org/ Available as an interactive page on our website that walks you through the three stages of your dementia family caregiver journey. Includes the option to download the guide for free. Takeaways We shared 4 tips: Start with what you need right nowChoose the best format for youExplore groups that match your situationDon't settle, but don’t give up either Take Action: Support Groups as Self-Care If you haven’t yet tried a support group, consider committing this month to looking for one. Keep in mind that attending a support group isn’t just about learning how to care for your loved one — it’s also a form of self-care. You’re taking care of yourself while learning valuable information and building connections with others who understand. Resources to Get Started: Alzheimer’s Association 24/7 Helpline: 800–272–3900. Masters-level counselors can help with crisis intervention, finding resources including support groups, and they offer interpretation in over 200 languages.Community Resource Finder: Visit the Alzheimer’s Association website and enter your zip code to find support groups and other services in your community.The Caregiver’s Journey Navigating Dementia Caregiving Roadmap: Available as an interactive page on our website that walks you through the three stages of your dementia family caregiver journey. Includes the option to download the guide for free.
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