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Jessica Guthrie shares her decade-long journey caring for her mother, Constance, who was diagnosed with early-onset Alzheimer's. They had a close bond, with Constance owning a salon where Jessica assisted. However, upon Jessica leaving for college, she observed her mother's increasing isolation and forgetfulness, culminating in an Alzheimer's diagnosis at 66.

Over the following years, Jessica juggled caring for her mother while advancing her career, often flying back to Virginia. She put in significant effort to establish systems for her mother's well-being. As Constance's symptoms worsened, with behaviors like wandering, Jessica made the tough choice to return home in 2019. Working from home, she prioritized making new memories with her mother and appreciating each moment.

By 2022, Constance needed full-time care. Jessica arranged home hospice care for her mother, but resources were cut off early. Despite this, Constance's condition stabilized, but she still relies entirely on others. Jessica gained caregiving insights from her experiences and now shares her wisdom to assist others in similar situations.

About Jessica:

Jessica C. Guthrie, a visionary leader reshaping caregiving. With over a decade of experience, she advocates for dignified, respectful, and compassionate care. Believing in deep empathy, patience, and unwavering curiosity, even in adversity.

As a caregiver for her mother with Alzheimer’s, Jessica has seen the challenges faced by families, especially those caring for individuals with dementia. She stresses the need for a new approach to caregiving, with individuals, families, and healthcare pros collaborating. Through her platform "Career & Caregiving Collide™," Jessica shares her insights and innovative ideas, helping others balance their careers and caregiving duties. Her goal is to amplify diverse caregiving stories and ensure caregivers are fully supported.

Jessica has 13+ years of experience in education and non-profit management. Using her background, she's driving entrepreneurial efforts to create a better world for caregivers. She holds degrees in Sociology & Education Policy from Dartmouth College and Educational Leadership & Policy from Southern Methodist University in Dallas, TX.

Connect with Jessica:

Website: www.jessicacguthrie.com  
Instagram: @CareerCaregivingCollide. 

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