How to Manage Caregiving When Your Loved One Refuses Help

When a loved one refuses help, caregiving can feel emotionally exhausting and deeply personal. In this episode, Dr. Anna Thomas shares five strategies to respond to resistance with empathy, boundaries... ...more

General Caregiving ,Dementiacare

January 12, 2026•5 min read

How to Organize Caregiving Days When Every Day Looks Different

Caregiving days are unpredictable, and traditional schedules often leave caregivers feeling behind and overwhelmed. In this episode, Dr. Anna Thomas shares how to organize caregiving days using flexib... ...more

General Caregiving

January 06, 2026•7 min read

How Caregivers Can Take a Break Without Feeling Guilty

Caregiver guilt often shows up the moment you try to rest. In this episode, Dr. Anna Thomas explains why guilt appears, how to understand the emotions behind it, and how to create a sustainable rhythm... ...more

General Caregiving

December 29, 2025•7 min read

How to Make Dementia Caregiving More Affordable

Dementia caregiving can quickly become financially overwhelming, but there are practical ways to make it more sustainable. In this episode, Dr. Anna Thomas shares eight strategies to reduce costs, acc... ...more

Dementiacare

December 15, 2025•6 min read

How to Keep Family Caregiving Meetings Calm and Productive

Family caregiving meetings often fall apart, but with clarity and structure they can become one of your most effective leadership tools. In this episode, Dr. Anna Thomas shares how to prepare, lead, a... ...more

General Caregiving

December 15, 2025•7 min read

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