October 07, 2025

Interview with Annalee Kruger, Founder of Care Right Inc., Author of The Invisible Patient Book

42 minutes

In this episode, Lisa Harper speaks with Annalee Kruger, founder of Care Right, Inc. and the author of The Invisible Patient: The Emotional, Financial, and Physical Toll on Family Caregivers, about the challenges of aging, caregiving, and the importance of proactive planning. Annalee shares her extensive experience in senior care and emphasizes the need for families to have open conversations about aging and care options. The discussion covers essential tools for families, such as an Aging Plan, the emotional toll on caregivers, and the financial implications of inaction. Listeners are encouraged to create an aging plan to ensure their loved ones receive the best care possible while maintaining family harmony.

Takeaways

Families often wait until a crisis to seek help.
Proactive planning can prevent caregiver burnout.
Understanding care options is crucial for families.
Communication is key in family dynamics regarding aging.
The caregiver often suffers in silence and is overlooked.
An aging plan should include financial and care considerations.
Families need to be educated about aging and care resources.
The cost of emergency care can be exorbitant.
It's important to have legal documents in order.
Aging is a natural process that requires planning.

Resources

Care Right Inc.
https://carerightinc.com/

Grab 'N Go Binder
https://carerightinc.com/digital-grab-and-go/

The Invisible Patient: The Emotional, Financial, and Physical Toll on Family Caregivers
https://carerightinc.com/the-invisible-patient-book/

Annalee Kruger on LinkedIn
https://www.linkedin.com/in/annaleekruger/

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By Lisa Harper

October 07, 2025

Interview with Annalee Kruger, Founder of Care Right Inc., Author of The Invisible Patient Book

42 minutes

Takeaways

Families often wait until a crisis to seek help.
Proactive planning can prevent caregiver burnout.
Understanding care options is crucial for families.
Communication is key in family dynamics regarding aging.
The caregiver often suffers in silence and is overlooked.
An aging plan should include financial and care considerations.
Families need to be educated about aging and care resources.
The cost of emergency care can be exorbitant.
It's important to have legal documents in order.
Aging is a natural process that requires planning.

Resources

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Interview with Annalee Kruger, Founder of Care Right Inc., Author of The Invisible Patient Book