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Caregiving: A Different Type of Storm with Bill Cohen
Bill Cohen, a dedicated caregiver with a decade of experience under his belt, shares his journey of caring for his late mother, Sheila. He's seen the challenges of being a male caregiver and understands the unique way men approach the role. As the owner of Cohen Caregiving Support Consultants, Bill has turned his personal experience into a passion-driven career, helping others navigate the complex world of caregiving. He's also an active volunteer with the Alzheimer's Association and runs support groups for caregivers.
Along the way, Bill discovered the unique challenges male caregivers face, as they often approach caregiving from a task-oriented perspective rather than an empathetic one. His own experiences led him to become the facilitator of support groups and delve deeper into the world of caregiving. Bill's passion for helping others in similar situations led to his encore career as a caregiving support consultant, focusing on the emotional and logistical support often lacking for caregivers. Through his work, Bill has become an advocate for Alzheimer's research and funding, dedicating himself to supporting both caregivers and their loved ones.
In this episode, you will be able to:
- Explore the distinct challenges and methods employed by male caregivers.
- Discover various resources and support systems available to caregivers.
- Learn effective self-care tips to avoid caregiver burnout.
- Delight in heartwarming stories, appetizing food, and personal accounts of Alzheimer's experiences.
About Bill:
Bill Cohen is a caregiver support group leader and speaker, an Alzheimer's Association volunteer, a Certified Senior Advisor (CSA)®, elder mediator, and the Cohen Caregiving Support Consultants owner.
Bill has completed multiple caregiving and aging courses through the Alzheimer's Association and the Society for Certified Senior Advisors™️, has a financial services and government background, and earned business degrees from Boston and Portland State Universities. A native New Englander, he has lived in the Portland, Oregon area for almost 39 years with his wife of over 40 years, Lori. He loves to try different cuisines, especially at Portland's renowned food carts and is an avid Boston sports fan.
Connect with Bill:
Website: Cohen Caregiving Support Consultants
TikTok
Facebook Community: Dementia Support Group for Caregivers with Bill Cohen
Linked In
YouTube
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Bill Cohen, a dedicated caregiver with a decade of experience under his belt, shares his journey of caring for his late mother, Sheila. He's seen the challenges of being a male caregiver and understands the unique way men approach the role. As the owner of Cohen Caregiving Support Consultants, Bill has turned his personal experience into a passion-driven career, helping others navigate the complex world of caregiving. He's also an active volunteer with the Alzheimer's Association and runs support groups for caregivers.
Along the way, Bill discovered the unique challenges male caregivers face, as they often approach caregiving from a task-oriented perspective rather than an empathetic one. His own experiences led him to become the facilitator of support groups and delve deeper into the world of caregiving. Bill's passion for helping others in similar situations led to his encore career as a caregiving support consultant, focusing on the emotional and logistical support often lacking for caregivers. Through his work, Bill has become an advocate for Alzheimer's research and funding, dedicating himself to supporting both caregivers and their loved ones.
In this episode, you will be able to:
- Explore the distinct challenges and methods employed by male caregivers.
- Discover various resources and support systems available to caregivers.
- Learn effective self-care tips to avoid caregiver burnout.
- Delight in heartwarming stories, appetizing food, and personal accounts of Alzheimer's experiences.
About Bill:
Bill Cohen is a caregiver support group leader and speaker, an Alzheimer's Association volunteer, a Certified Senior Advisor (CSA)®, elder mediator, and the Cohen Caregiving Support Consultants owner.
Bill has completed multiple caregiving and aging courses through the Alzheimer's Association and the Society for Certified Senior Advisors™️, has a financial services and government background, and earned business degrees from Boston and Portland State Universities. A native New Englander, he has lived in the Portland, Oregon area for almost 39 years with his wife of over 40 years, Lori. He loves to try different cuisines, especially at Portland's renowned food carts and is an avid Boston sports fan.
Connect with Bill:
Website: Cohen Caregiving Support Consultants
TikTok
Facebook Community: Dementia Support Group for Caregivers with Bill Cohen
Linked In
YouTube
Confessions of a Reluctant Caregiver
Sisterhood of Care, LLC
Website: www.confessionsofareluctantcaregiver.com
Like us on Facebook!
Tweet with us on Twitter!
Follow us on Instagram!
Watch us on Youtube!
Pin us on Pinterest!
Link us on LinkedIn!
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