All Home Care Matters

All Home Care Matters was honored to welcome two remarkable individuals who are making an impact, Susie Singer Carter & Rick Mountcastle.

About the Film "No Country for Old People": “No Country for Old People” is a critically needed documentary inspired award-winning filmmaker, Susie Singer Carter's (Oscar Qualified “My Mom and The Girl” starring Valerie Harper, Soul Surfer) experience tackling the front lines of our broken Long Term Care/Nursing Home System while caring for her beloved mother who, despite best efforts, died July 17, 2022 from what was inarguably egregious nursing home neglect and abuse. 

Susie really understands the power of storytelling. This film promises to pack a much-needed gut punch that will force the public to look at our health-care system that is literally collapsing around us. Susie has partnered with former US Prosecutor and Attorney General, Rick Mountcastle (portrayed in the Hulu miniseries, “DOPESICK”), who spent years investigating and prosecuting nursing homes chains for fraud. She has attracted an impressive list of the most respected and staunch advocates to contribute to the film. The film is fiscally sponsored by The National Consumer Voice for Quality Long Term Care which provides them a 501(c)(3) status.

All Home Care Matters was honored to welcome two remarkable guests who are helping to change the caregiving landscape with their company, Adaptive Equipment & Caregiving Corner.

Cindy and Christina founded AECorner in 2015 because they saw too many seniors struggling every day to care for themselves. The majority of their clients have the same goal, and that is to remain as independent as possible in their homes. Many times, this goal can be achieved by simply having the right tools. AECorner.com is a trusted resource for family caregivers looking for equipment and techniques to help senior loved ones safely age in place and help caregivers work smarter and not harder while providing daily care. AECorner’s mission is to increase senior and caregiver safety during daily care and to improve and maintain the individual’s highest level of functional independence at home.

About Cindy, PT: Cindy graduated in 1992 with a Master’s Degree in Physical Therapy from Washington University in St Louis, MO. The majority of her career has been spent in Home Healthcare. She is passionate about helping people maintain their independence, especially when it makes a difference in their ability to remain in their homes.

About Christina, ST: Christina graduated from Eastern Illinois University with a Master’s degree in Communication Disorders & Science. She spent most of her career treating patients in skilled nursing facilities. She enjoys working with individuals who have dementia and educating their families. She also likes helping people that have difficulty eating, chewing, and swallowing due to illness or disease.

All Home Care Matters was honored to welcome, "Gramps Jeffrey", also known as Marc Joseph as a guest to the show. Marc Joseph is an author and the co-founder of babyboomers.org. Gramps Jeffrey’s children’s book, “I Don’t Want to Turn 3”, explores what goes through a toddler’s mind that parents are so desperate to understand. It is based on the true experiences he has had with his 6 grandchildren that were born 2 each to his 3 Millennial daughters. Gramps Jeffrey is the pen name for Marc Joseph whose first book “The Secrets of Retailing…How to Beat Wal-Mart” was written to help entrepreneurs and small businesses compete against the big guys. Arianna Huffington read his book and asked him to contribute to the Huffington Post. He has written over 100 articles about small businesses, education, the homeless and several other nonprofit topics dear to all of us. Gramps is currently the co-founder of the new site www.babyboomer.org which pulls together news and resources for the baby boomer community. Gramps and his lovely wife Cathy live in Scottsdale, Arizona where 2 of his grandchildren live. 2 more live in Austin, Texas and 2 in Orlando, Florida.

All Home Care Matters was honored to welcome back Tim England and Bettina Morrow to the show to discuss the use of restraints in the healthcare sector and to explore the various purposes and types of restraints.

Tim England is master’s-educated in dementia and an internationally recognized dementia champion.

Bettina Morrow is also master's-educated in dementia and masters-educated in social work specializing in adult services.

All Home Care Matters was honored to welcome, Dr. Reynolds A. Kairus or also known as "Dr. Rey" as a guest to the show.

Dr. Rey was raised in the 1990s by a single mother, on government assistance and living in a poverty-stricken NYC neighborhood. Nine out of ten of the people he was raised with are either dead, in jail or have been to jail. His father figures were loved ones who were in and out of correctional facilities, gangster movies and gangster rap artist. After several benign run-ins with the law and near-death experiences, he decided to get his act together.

Dr. Rey became an emergency medical technician in 2003. He started considering the possibility of becoming a physician in 2004, although he secretly thought that a person with his upbringing and social class couldn’t make this monumental achievement happen. After being introduced to the “Self-Improvement” section of Barnes and Noble, he began to realize the potential that he had - the potential we all have.

Receiving mentorship through books and high-level individuals allowed him to pursue the goal to become a medical doctor.

After graduating, the stress of not practicing medicine immediately, not working, considering eating food out the garbage, being on government assistance again, being a family of 4 while living in a room the size of a closet, being 60 pounds overweight, the initiation of an inevitable divorce, being surrounded by negative energy, amongst other things.... was overwhelming.

That is when he got sick and tired of being sick and tired. Dr. Rey then leaned on a healthy lifestyle as a safe haven and sought mentorship, started tracking his macronutrient intake, became conscious of the negative self-talk, took up martials arts and weightlifting.

Now you’ll note a man who got his life back, is confident, living his dreams, full of energy and living life on his terms and Dr. Rey wishes the same for you!

All Home Care Matters was honored to welcome Christy Byrne Yates, M.S., LEP as a guest to discuss her book "“Building a Legacy of Love: Thriving in the Sandwich Generation” and how she is supporting caregivers and their loved ones.

Christy is the mother of two – now adult – children. She is an expert in navigating the challenges and opportunities in life including living in the “Sandwich Generation” — that time period of raising children while also caring for an aging loved one. Her book, “Building a Legacy of Love: Thriving in the Sandwich Generation” recounts her journey and learning as a working mother of two who also managed the care of her parents, both of whom had some form of dementia. She incorporates meditation, mindfulness and other evidence based mind/body practices into her work to support growth, resilience, and a pathway to living life fully.

Christy has worked with caregiver support organizations, assisted living and memory care facilities, home care agencies, as well as with estate attorneys and financial professionals to offer workshops and trainings regarding the unique needs of and solutions for the Sandwich Generation and Whole Family Wellness. Christy has a master’s degrees in counseling psychology, and holds credentials as an Education Specialist and School Psychologist. In California she is a Licensed Educational Psychologist (LEP), retired school psychologist, an author, speaker and coach/consultant.

Christy incorporates evidenced based mind-body wellness practices into her work and trainings. These practices are great for the whole family, and easily adapted to different age groups.

Mindful meditation, breath work, visualization, journaling and Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) are all modalities that Christy has been trained in and used with children, teens and adults. When wellness is a family value and family practice, it increases resilience, improves relationships, and has positive effects on school and work life.

About Christy's Book:

Christy’s book, “Building a Legacy of Love: Thriving in the Sandwich Generation,” might be the one you don’t know you need…yet! 

Combining straightforward research and tender memoir, Christy shines a light on a challenge faced by nearly 50% of Americans – raising children while also caring for an aging parent or loved one. This book offers insights into the unique needs of parents squeezed between two generations who need them dearly, while offering insights and mindset shifts that can lead to greater compassion, resilience and well-being. She addresses difficult conversations and how to prepare for those, anticipatory grief experienced by family members, how to talk to children about death and dying, and the need for ruthless self-care in order to rise above the struggles.

Christy speaks from experience as a Sandwich Generation parent and as a psychologist and mental health professional with over 30 years of experience working with adults and children. Whether you’re a parent in the middle, or the aging loved one, “Building a Legacy of Love: Thriving in the Sandwich Generation,” will inspire you to have meaningful conversations.

All Home Care Matters was honored to welcome Nathalie de Vazeille the co-founder of StackCare to the show.

Nathalie earned her degree in International Business from George Washington University and established a successful career in the fragrance and cosmetics industry in Europe. As a marketing and B2B sales professional, Nathalie developed her skills for crafting effective strategies and building strong client relationships. 

In 2018, Nathalie embarked on a new chapter in her professional career as a co-founder of StackCare, a company dedicated to supporting the independent lifestyle of older adults. Having seen first-hand the challenges of aging in place, she recognized the potential for innovative technologies to enhance senior lives. While Nathalie never imagined herself working in the software industry, she found a profound sense of purpose in providing family caregivers with such a valuable tool. 

About StackCare: 

Independence and dignity are important to seniors. But anyone with a parent living alone understands the daily anxiety and stress of worrying whether Mom or Dad is OK. StackCare may be the perfect solution waiting for both of you! StackCare uses discreet motion sensors and artificial intelligence to learn individual behavior and activity patterns, sending notifications directly to your phone when something isn’t right. You get to see at a glance, simply and easily, if your loved one is sleeping ok, is visiting the bathroom too often, and whether his/her activity patterns have changed. Find out promptly, 24/7, if they might have fallen or aren’t feeling well. No cameras, no microphones, no wearables, just lots of love and care!

All Home Care Matters is honored to welcome a remarkable guest to the show, Connie Chow. Connie is the co-founder of DailyCaring.com.

Connie was a hands-on caregiver for her grandmother for 20 years. She knows exactly how challenging, overwhelming, and all-consuming caring for an older adult can be. She also knows how important support is – especially in the form of practical solutions, useful resources, and tips for self-care. 

Connie has an MBA from University of Southern California and a Bachelor’s in Economics from University of California at Berkeley. Prior to founding DailyCaring, she built and managed online products in the financial and tech industries.

About DailyCaring: 

When caring for an older adult (and trying to stay sane), you need practical answers fast. DailyCaring.com helps you solve the frustrating day-to-day problems that make you lose your temper or keep you up at night.

At DailyCaring.com, they search everywhere to find the most practical and useful tips, advice, personal stories, and resources related to caregiving and aging. Then, they boil it down to the most important points you need to know. 

The DailyCaring.com website is easy on the eyes. easy to navigate, and makes it a snap to find the information you need right now. Plus, you can subscribe to their free daily email newsletter so you never miss out on the latest info. 

When you’re informed and empowered, you’ll improve health and wellness for both your older adult and yourself.

All Home Care Matters was honored to welcome three remarkable women who also happen to be sisters, JJ, Natalie, and Emilie. They are helping to share real stories of caregiving and are the trio behind the "Confessions of a Reluctant Caregiver" podcast.

The trio of sisters begins with Jenefer Jane “JJ” who was and always will be “in charge”. She’s the peacekeeper. The responsible one, ensuring Natalie and Emilie remained alive growing up. A seasoned executive and business owner, JJ’s career path had her spend her first 17 years in the finance industry and the most recent 12 years as a business owner in the real estate, manufacturing, and retail sectors.

Next is Natalie, the middle child, who was and always will be Miss Congeniality. She’s the athlete. The rebel responsible for three babysitters exiting the summer of ’84. Natalie’s journey led her to the human services field. A CEO at 31, her passion for serving others fast tracked her way to the executive suite.

Then there is Emilie, the youngest, who was and always will be “the baby”. At 6’1”, she is the sensitive and quiet soul. The one responsible for the guinea pig that begged for lettuce and the stray dog we adopted from the bus stop. A natural born caregiver, this mother of three has spent the majority of her life caring for others. She would serve the public in the government sector for 10 years before ultimately becoming the full-time caregiver for her mother.