Here is a detailed episode description for the episode: Prevention is the Best Medicine: Daily Habits for Healthy Feet Episode Summary With summer heatwaves sweeping the country, caring for our feet is more critical-and more complicated-than ever. In this episode of Caregiver SOS On Air , host Ron Aaron is joined by certified wound specialist physician Dr. Allison Larkin to discuss practical,…
In this episode of Caregiver S.O.S. On Air , host Ron Aaron is joined by comedian, author, speaker, and educator Danny Klein-Modisett , founder of Laughter On Call . Danny shares her journey of navigating her mother's Alzheimer's diagnosis and how an unexpected moment of humor transformed her approach to caregiving, leading to the creation of an organization that brings comic relief and connection…
Here is a detailed episode description tailored for your show notes and podcast platforms: Episode Title: Reframing Aging: Overcoming Ageism in Caregiving & Daily Life Episode Summary Ageism is everywhere-from everyday birthday cards and healthcare visits to workplace dynamics and the subtle ways we talk to ourselves. Yet, despite being one of the most pervasive forms of discrimination, it remains…
When family members step into the role of a caregiver, the sheer volume of daily tasks can easily eclipse their own sense of self. In this insightful episode of Caregiver S.O.S. On Air , hosts Ron Aaron and Carol Zernial are joined by Dr. Grace Macalino, founder and CEO of Kapwa AllCare. Drawing from her background as a public health researcher and her personal journey caring for her aging…
Ageism is everywhere-built into our greeting cards, embedded in media advertisements, and quietly influencing how we talk to ourselves and our loved ones. But how do the words we choose actually impact our quality of life and the way we care for others? In this episode of the award-winning Caregiver S.O.S. On Air , hosts Ron Aaron and Carol Zernial sit down with Tina Smith, Director of Caregiving…
In this episode of the award-winning Caregiver S.O.S. On Air , hosts Ron Aaron and Carol Zernial sit down with Dr. Grace Macalino, a public health researcher and the founder and CEO of CAPWA AllCare. Drawing from her personal experience navigating the complex journey of caring for her aging parents, Dr. Macalino discusses a critical yet often overlooked aspect of caregiving: the massive shift in…
In this episode of the award-winning Caregiver SOS On Air podcast, hosts Ron Aaron and Carol Zernial sit down with board-certified geriatric psychiatrist Dr. Thomas Weiss to tackle one of the most challenging chapters in caregiving: identifying and managing early-onset dementia. Dr. Weiss shares his unique perspective-shaped by both 44 years of psychiatric practice and his own deeply personal…
Is it possible to not just slow down, but actually reverse advanced Alzheimer's disease? In this groundbreaking episode of Caregiver SOS On Air , co-hosts Ron Aaron and Carol Zernial sit down with two visionary researchers from Case Western Reserve University who are challenging decades of medical dogma. Dr. Andrew Pieper, a board-certified psychiatrist and neuroscientist, alongside postdoctoral…
What do you do when a loved one begins showing signs of mental illness? For many families, identifying the warning signs, finding accessible care, and overcoming deep-rooted cultural stigmas can feel like an overwhelming, uphill battle. In this episode of Caregiver SOS On Air , hosts Ron Aaron and Carol Zernial sit down with Maria Honigman (Director of Programs) and Olga Rodriguez (Director of…
When a family member chooses to live an isolated life, it can be incredibly difficult to know when-and how-to step in. It becomes even more challenging when that loved one flatly refuses medical help, hides their symptoms, or is dealing with cognitive decline. In this episode of Caregiver SOS On Air , hosts Ron Aaron and Carol Zernial sit down with Alzheimer's advocate, researcher, and clinical…