Dave, The Caregiver's Caregiver

Neale Donald Walsch has written 40 books on contemporary spirituality and its practical application in everyday life, including his new book GodTalk: Experiences of Humanity’s Connections with a Higher Power, a book in the Common Sentience book series. Neale is the bestselling author of the Conversations with God series, which seven of the nine books made the New York Times bestseller list. Book One remained on that list for 134 weeks. His titles have been translated into 37 languages and have been read by millions of people around the world. https://nealedonaldwalsch.com

Kim “Kid” Curry is the author of Come Get Me Mother, I’m Through!; The Death of Fairness; and Bonnie's Law: The Return to Fairness. A renowned radio broadcaster for 33 years, Kim worked in some of America’s finest cities including: Pueblo, Knoxville, San Antonio, Washington, D.C., Baltimore, and Miami. He was a DJ in different time slots and the Program Director of two of America’s legendary stations: KTSA-AM San Antonio and Power 96, Miami. As a DJ, creative freedom and owner trust led to huge ratings for Kim, where he consistently scored the highest market rating in his time slot. As Program Director, Kim led Power 96 to the highest ratings in the station’s history and achieved the most significant cumulative audience in the Southeast United States. In 2005, Kim was forced into retirement after being diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis. Sixteen years later, modern science offered hope and a path to recovery. In his debut memoir, Come Get Me Mother, I'm Through! Kim details his celebrated radio career and deva

Frank E. Legette III has become an expert in the grief process. Once you hear his story, you will agree! Frank is in the 40th year of his Pastoral ministry. He pastors a congregation in Norristown, PA. He is the founder and director of The Women’s Empowerment HQ and is a highly successful life coach for women. Most recently, he authored a best-selling book on Amazon entitled “The Art of Womanhood: Teaching Your Man To Love You Without Him Knowing He’s Being Taught

An accomplished author of a mystery series, Dana Killion presents her debut memoir, Where the Shadows Dance: He Got Sober. I Got Broken. It’s a story born out of life in the turmoil of her husband’s alcoholism. A situation where the only way through it was to write it. And as she wrote, the themes in her personal trauma became loud and clear and screamed for attention because they truly are the themes of many women, & not just women with an addict in their life, but women who have been silent and have set aside their truths for the benefit of another. Women ready to find the strength and solace Dana has found through her own re-invention.

CAPT. DALE BLACK, in his new book, “Visiting Heaven,” recounts the tragic plane crash that took the lives of two other pilots. Although he was the lone survivor, Dale broke nearly every bone in his body and severed his right eye. His recovery was slow and painful, but the results were miraculous. What no one knew was that his journey went well beyond the emergency room and hospital. Dale actually died and had what many term as a near death experience. But he kept what he saw, heard and learned to himself for over four decades based on advice from his grandfather, who was the only person Dale confided in.

Debbie Compton is a three-time caregiver for parents with different forms of Dementia, Alzheimer’s , Parkinson’s and Vascular Dementia. She is a Certified Caregiving Consultant, Certified Caregiver Advocate, Educator for the Alzheimer’s Assoc. speaker, and author of 9 books. Debbie’s first book, Caregiving: How to hold on while letting go, offers actionable steps for caregivers as well as questions to ask doctors, in-home caregivers, facilities, and more. It is full of humor and inspiration. Debbie is the founder of The Purple Vine LLC, whose mission is to empower caregivers with the tools and strategies needed to reduce stress, block burnout, and learn to laugh again. Debbie believes it’s okay to get knocked down, but it’s not okay to stay down.

Denise began helping individuals who care for a family member in 1990 and launched a business to support them in 1995. She created one of the first online caregiving communities in 1996 which she managed until its sale in 2020. Denise now develops and delivers training programs for the workplace and for individuals who want to coach family caregivers. More than 400 individuals from eight different countries have enrolled in her training programs offered through her company, The Caregiving Years Training Academy. Denise is the author of several books that provide insights, comfort and hope to those who care, including The Caregiving Years, Your Guide to Navigating the Six Caregiving Stages and After Caregiving Ends, A Guide to Beginning Again. Her free resource, A Workbook for Your Workplace Wellness, helps individuals who care, grieve and work.

After losing two loved ones to the disease, Cheryl Hogrefe received her own Alzheimer’s diagnosis within the very same year as her mother’s passing. Cheryl was diagnosed on December 4, 2016, which is when her husband (Ron) knew it was time to put all those years of watching Cheryl serve as a full-time, primary caregiver, to use. It was his turn to step up. For the next 6 years, Ron watched as Cheryl’s cognitive abilities slowly decreased from a normal score of 26 to score of 15 (moderate cognitive impairment) by spring of 2022. Relentless to change Cheryl’s fate, the couple vetted several clinical trial options in hopes for new treatment only to be rejected time and time again due to falling just outside qualification criteria. But just hours after their final rejection came their first sign of hope – a clinical trial opportunity that could offer Cheryl a fighting chance. On May 4, 2022, the papers were signed for Cheryl to participate in the TB006 Phase II clinical trial, beginning the infusions within a w

Pastor turned Celebrity King Maker, called the Simon Cowell of Book Publishing. Founder 1040Impact.org to End Human Trafficking he’s most proud of his 4 sons and 2 grandsons his authors spoken on 6 continents and several of their books have been optioned for movies. If your friends and family have been telling you for years, “you need to write a book and you’ve struggled to put pen to paper, we’re going to help you write your book today in 30 minutes” Caregiver experience... Raising 4 sons, my #3 son diagnosed with Leukemia when he was 15 is now 14 years cancer free after 3 rounds of chemo and bone marrow transplant.

SHERRELL MIMS, CEO AND FOUNDER OF GLOBAL CAREGIVERS NETWORK AND ORGANIZER OF THE INAGURAL NATIONAL FAMILY CAREGIVER CONFERNCE BACK IN 2021! THIS SUCCESSFUL CONFERENCE IS IN IT’S THIRD YEAR IN JUST 3 DAYS, ON FRIDAY NOVEMBER 10 AT 6 AM PACIFIC, 7AM MOUNTAIN, 8AM CENTRAL AND 9 AM EASTERN. THIS VIRTUAL EVENT IS ON ZOOM, SO NOONE HAS TO GET ON A PLANE, BUS, CAR OR TRAIN TO GET THERE. WATCH IT FROM THE COMFORT OF YOUR LIVING ROOM. Register at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/inaugural-national-family-caregiver-conference-2023-nfcc2023-tickets-686089601467?fbclid=IwAR0lgJnPUEkEsEti0JYcLZOSZDH3dPjS0Eg36BbQ-3cnE3sCezVEjfixpfI

Maydis Caldwell Skeete is a lifelong learner, a passionate administrator, and a champion of God-given health principals. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Biology/Medical Technology and Master’s in Public Administration /Health Administration. Maydis is a member of the American Heart Association, American College of Sports Medicine, and the Functional Aging Institute. She is the owner and president of ‘Get Up and Mooove, LLC: personal training that’s fun and effective’. Maydis is the author of a recent publication “Self-care for the Caregiver: a guilt-free way to love yourself while caring for others”. This book provides insight and practical information that will guide a reader to greater self-awareness and wellness concepts. Knowledge gathered from a 40-year career at University of Michigan Health System, an understanding of Biblical principles and the personal life experiences of those engaged in caregiving, made this publication a reality. She is also a co-author in the bestselling book “For the Love of

Ann Maria Hester, M.D. is a board-certified internist with over 25 years of clinical experience caring for patients in multiple settings. She was struck by the tremendous amount of unnecessary pain and suffering, which motivated her to start writing patient empowerment literature while still in medical school. She has written several books, including her latest, published in 2022 called Patient Empowerment 101: More than a book, it’s an adventure! The ‘adventure’ is a sister website where readers can go to download fillable medical forms and watch empowering videos. Dr. Hester is a thought leader and former syndicated columnist. Her expertise has been showcased on CNN and KevinMD, as well as in TIME, Newsweek, Medium, and other publications. Most recently, she launched a one-of-a-kind on-demand health and wellness course platform, Patient World (https://www. patientworld.net) where people around the world can enroll to take fun and interactive courses taught by doctors, authors, and health experts.

Elizabeth Pizzarello was born a sighted child in the Bronx, New York. She grew up in New Jersey and graduated from Cedar Crest College, in Pennsylvania. Just weeks before graduating, she was diagnosed with retinitis pigmentosa, a genetic disorder that contributed to her eventual blindness. After ten years of living blind, in 2012 Elizabeth was the beneficiary of a newly developed lens implant procedure with miraculous results. The surgery took her from a state of complete blindness to the limited use of one eye.  ​The inspiration for writing this memoir came from that moment of profound gratitude when Elizabeth experienced her newly regained sight post surgery. Elizabeth’s poem “WOW” was composed during the first month of her sight being restored. The ability to see the incredible world around her again had such a profound impact that she was compelled to write the poem in an attempt to distill the emotional magnitude of her journey. That is why the poem occupies such a prominent position at the beginning of

A healthcare journal for caregivers Caregivers solution for stress free care, enabling caregivers to stay organized and focus on excellence. It's user-friendly design fosters continuity of care among family, friends, and professional caregivers, promoting collaborations and support.  No need to search through piles of papers or people for pertinent information. This 11.5” x 10.5” 3-ring binder spans 12 months.   Each section is divided for easy access of personal information such as:  About Me/Emergency Medical CareMedication records - both routine and as neededPhone Book - financial agencies, caregivers, emergency contacts, and more12 month Calendar - for appointments or tracking symptomsTracking forms - vital signs and/or blood sugarsDoctor appointments - questions to ask and to document recommendationsMedical History - personal and familyRecent blood work/test results

A sneak peak at 4 MORE of the 20 speakers at this years National Family Caregiver Conference, sponsored by Sherrill Mims, founder & CEO of the Global Caregiver Network. Dave Nassaney, Caregiver fore 27 years and counting to his wife who suffered a stroke that left her paralyzed and speech impaired. He now hosts the #1 Caregiver podcast and radio show on the internet according to FEEDSPOT. Monica Stewart is the Director of Operations for AMPED. She oversees the administration of Music Academy, Technology Training and Russell Tech Business Incubator (RTBI). She has a BS in Economics and her Masters in Business Administration. She has an extensive background in banking, human resources, insurance, healthcare and the non-profit sector. She seeks to provide career development and encourage the educational journeys of adult learners and their families. Keith Demps, of Orlando, FL, is co-founder of KLD Consulting, which specializes in self-care caregiver wellness. He is co-creator of the D.E.M.P.S. caregiver

Arielle Spring, author of When Birds Sing: My Journey from Trauma to Triumph, is a living example of a phoenix rising. Her idyllic life spiraled out of control for over 20 years due to experiencing many traumas. In her darkest moment, she saw a light to freedom and began her ascent to wholeness. Spring’s openness, insight, and warm empathetic heart has inspired her to share her story. A health and life coach, Arielle also has served as a group facilitator for abuse and trauma victims. Visit: ArielleSpring.net

A sneak peak at 3 of the 20 speakers agt this years,National Family Caregiver Conference, sponsored bySherrill Mims, founder and CEO of the Global Caregiver Network. Mary Beal is a Family Administrator and Home Care Consultant, and is trusted for her expertise in administrative, legal services, caregiving and natural wellness. She has created a multifaceted company that, at its core, is about caring for people and leading with love. From reviewing legal documents to researching family history to recommending a vitamin regimen for a bed-bound senior, she is a single-stop-shop for the supportive services that help families to stress less and focus more on what matters—each other. Her beginnings were humble, but her family was wealthy in wisdom.  Toni Gitles is widely recognized for her dedication to personal development and her ability to inspire and guide individuals through life’s challenges. Her books and speaking engagements have touched the lives of countless people worldwide. She is a keynote speaker, w

Dr. Vicki Matthews is a naturopathic physician and relationship coach. She’s been a guest on Oprah’s show twice, a relationship expert for Fox Business, and has been featured in radio, podcasts, and print. She’s also the author of the award-winning book, The Five Elements of Relationships: How to Get Along with Anyone, Anytime, Anyplace. The material in her book has helped thousands of people improve their relationships by helping them better understand themselves and the people in their life.  

Mariann Aalda was one  of the first African-American daytime soap opera heroines, starring as criminal attorney DiDi Bannister on ABC's EDGE OF NIGHT. Today, she’s “prosecuting ageism” with her TEDx Talk, AGEISM IS A BULLY...STAND UP TO IT!; solo show, GETTIN’ OLD IS A BITCH...BUT I’M GONNA WRESTLE THAT BITCH TO THE GROUND! and as an AARP Age Disruptor. Thanks to syndicated reruns, she is still often recognized as Lita Ford, Anthony’s yuppie-from-hell girlfriend on CBS’ DESIGNING WOMEN. 

On September 4, 1990, at the age of 11, Brooke was hit by a car while walking home on her first day of junior high school, resulting in her being paralyzed from the neck down. Although her injuries left her completely dependent on other people, she graduated from Ward Melville High School in 1996 with high honors, and was accepted by Harvard. She graduated summa cum laude from Harvard with a bachelor of science in cognitive neuroscience in 2000, and a master's degree in public policy from Harvard's Kennedy School of Government.[3] In 2014 Rutgers University awarded Brooke Ellison with an honorary doctorate in humane letters