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Why You’re Not Failing—You’re Just Missing the Right Caregiving Framework

Feeling overwhelmed by caregiving and work? You’re not failing—you just need the right framework. Discover the 3 steps to lead with clarity and confidence in your caregiving role.

How to Figure Out How Much Help Your Loved One Really Needs

A clear guide to understanding your loved one’s care needs, estimating weekly support hours, and building a sustainable care plan ...more

General Caregiving

December 08, 2025•6 min read

What You Can Do When Dementia Symptoms Get Worse at Night

Nighttime can be one of the hardest parts of dementia caregiving. In this video, you will learn why symptoms become more intense after sunset and how small changes in routine, environment, and communi... ...more

Dementiacare

December 01, 2025•6 min read

A Simpler, Safer Way to Manage Medications as a Caregiver

Medication management can feel overwhelming, especially when prescriptions shift and symptoms change. In this episode, Dr. Anna Thomas shares a clear system to help caregivers track medications, reduc... ...more

General Caregiving

November 24, 2025•6 min read

How to Keep Your Loved One Safe at Home Without Burning Out

Learn three practical ways to make your home safer without exhausting yourself. This episode explains how to simplify safety zones, build dependable systems, and create a support circle that protects ... ...more

General Caregiving

November 20, 2025•6 min read

What To Do When You’re TOO Tired to Care… But You Still Have To

In this episode of The Age of Caregiving, Dr. Anna Thomas shares practical to help you get through those “I-can’t-do-this” moments without burning out or shutting down. ...more

General Caregiving

September 08, 2025•2 min read

Supporting Caregivers Is a Retention Strategy, Not Just a Wellness Program

Caregiving isn’t a personal issue tucked neatly outside the office walls—it’s a workforce reality. Over 50% of employees are juggling care responsibilities alongside their full-time roles, and many ar... ...more

September 01, 2025•3 min read

Stop Comparing Yourself to Other Caregivers – How to Break Free from Imposter Syndrome

Are you constantly comparing yourself to other caregivers and feeling like you’re not doing enough? You’re not alone—and you’re not failing. This week on The Age of Caregiving, we unpack the link betw... ...more

General Caregiving ,Dementiacare

August 25, 2025•2 min read

The Caregiving Disruption You Didn’t See Coming: Why Managers Must Be Ready

1 in 4 Adults are caregivers—and most won’t tell their manager until it’s a crisis. If you're in a leadership or HR role, ignoring caregiver disruption is no longer an option. In this episode, I’ll wa... ...more

August 19, 2025•4 min read

The Surprising Link Between Caregiving and Imposter Syndrome

If caregiving has you second-guessing your confidence at work, this episode unpacks why—and how to reclaim your power. ...more

General Caregiving ,Dementiacare

August 11, 2025•3 min read

How to Navigate Caregiving During a Career Transition

Starting a new job while caregiving? This episode offers a 3-step strategy to help you lead both transitions with clarity and calm. ...more

General Caregiving

August 04, 2025•3 min read

What Every Leader Needs to Understand About the Hidden Workforce of Caregivers

More than 53% of caregivers are also working full time.—and most never tell their manager. In this episode, Dr. Anna Thomas reveals how caregiving is impacting your workforce, why your current culture... ...more

July 28, 2025•3 min read