In this episode of ‘The Aging Well Podcast’, host Dr. Jeff Armstrong is joined by Shauna Sweeney, founder of tendercare, a platform designed to support family caregivers with modern tools and AI technology. Central to the discussion is the emotional journey of facing early onset Alzheimer's in a family member. Shauna shares her personal experience as a caregiver and the lessons learned along the way, leading to the creation of tendercare. In this conversation, Shauna discusses the challenges and opportunities in caregiving, emphasizing the importance of community support, mental health, and the need for better resources for caregivers. She shares personal experiences and insights from her journey with tendercare. The discussion highlights the emotional toll of caregiving, the necessity of asking for help, and the systemic gaps in support for family caregivers. Shauna also reflects on the lessons learned from her experiences and the importance of proactive planning for… aging well.

Connect with Shauna Sweeney and learn more about tendercare: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shaunas/https://trytendercare.com/about-us/

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