Episode 12 is a milestone for Remembering Together.
In this special episode, we’re honored to welcome Delia Jervier, Region Vice President & Executive Director, and Kate Shea, Vice President of Development with the Alzheimer's Association – Illinois Chapter.

Together, they offer a timely and compelling look at the current state of Alzheimer’s research, care, and support, and why this moment in the fight against the disease matters more than ever. They also share their deeply personal connections to Alzheimer’s, and how those experiences fuel the passion, purpose, and impact behind their work.

As we mark our 12th episode, this conversation serves as both a reflection on how far we’ve come, and a powerful call to stay engaged, informed, and united in the mission to end Alzheimer’s.

This is an episode you won’t want to miss.

On this episode, Mary Fedorowski with AVOA Health talk about her years of experience in the healthcare industry. She shares her insights on why early intervention is so important when it comes to caring for your loved ones, especially those aging loved ones.

In Episode 10 of Remembering Together, we welcome Jennifer Lazansky, who brings 17 years of experience in the memory care field. Jennifer shares valuable insights on how families and loved ones can navigate the challenges of Alzheimer's and othr forms of dementia. From understanding the emotional journey to practical strategies for support, this episode offers guidance and hope for anyone touched by memory loss.

In this episode of Remembering Together, we sit down with three of LMJ’s Lost Souls’ longtime supporters and dedicated Team Advocates, Betsy Skibinski, Susan Brushaber, and Cathie Cook. Each of these incredible women shares not only their history with the organization but also their deeply personal connections to the cause.

Their stories highlight why they’ve chosen to stand beside LMJ’s Lost Souls in the fight against Alzheimer’s, how the mission resonates with their own experiences, and what fuels their ongoing commitment to raising awareness, support, and hope.

Join us for a heartfelt conversation that reminds us why we remember together, because every story matters, every memory counts, and no one should face Alzheimer’s alone.

On today's podcast we have Angelique Kalnes, Founder of Lucid Laces joining us to discuss her personal experience caring for her mother who is currently battling Alzheimer's. In this real account of what family members go through, we hear how it has affected Angelique. She will also be sharing information about her business and how it will be supporting LMJ's Lost Souls in the future.

We’re honored to welcome renowned neurologist Dr. Darren R. Gitelman to this episode of Remembering Together, a podcast by LMJ’s Lost Souls – Alzheimer’s Fund.

Dr. Gitelman brings decades of expertise in Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia, and in this powerful conversation, he shares insights on early detection, breakthroughs in research, and what gives him hope for the future of brain health.

Whether you’re a caregiver, advocate, or simply want to learn more, this is an episode you won’t want to miss.

On this episode, Andrea Hernandez with Assisting Hands Schaumburg/Park Ridge talked about the importance of 1 on 1 care for memory care patients along the importance in fitness for mental health.  With more than 7 years in the field, Andrea offers a wealth of knowledge and experience in working with memory care patients.

Matt Harrold is joined by Eric Sirota, a New Jersey based Composer, writer Scientist with a personal connection to Alzheimer's Disease. Eric is a research scientist by day and a musical writer by night. Eric has a very personal experience with Alzheimer’s.  He used this experience to write a musical centered around Alzheimer’s. Listen to learn more about his transformation.

In Episode 4 of Remembering Together, Matt was joined by Dr. Stephanie Grunewald who is a psychologist and founder of Ancorio. Stephanie shared her personal experience of her mother passing away from early onset Alzheimer’s. Stephanie also talked about how her mother’s experience transformed her life to start a second business in her mom’s memory where she donates a portion of sales to LMJ’s Lost Souls. Bring a tissue or two to hear about Stephanie’s story and her plans for the future and supporting this disease.