Dr. Barbara Milton Jr. On Heeding The Call To Become A Caregiver

Jul 23, 2021 | Caregiving

When Barbara Milton Jr.’s mother was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s, she stepped into a role she never thought she would take on. Listen and watch as she takes you on her challenging but healing caregiving journey with her mother.   About Barbara Milton...

A Q&A With Kate Washington, Author of ‘Already Toast’

Apr 2, 2021 | Caregiving

Kate Washington, author of Already Toast, gives us a look into what it’s like to be a caregiver in this Ask the Expert. Her new book explains the trials and learning moments that come when you take on this role. Read her answers below.    WAM: You were only...

Tara Hicks, A Daughter Of Alzheimer’s

Mar 8, 2021 | Caregiving

Tara Hicks’ world was turned upside down in 2014 when her mother, Tanya, was diagnosed with early-onset Alzheimer’s at the age of 54. Suddenly Tara found herself among the estimated 11.2 million Americans caring for someone with Alzheimer’s or other dementias, a job...

Securing Care for Loved Ones During the Pandemic

Sep 2, 2020 | Caregiving, Caregiving Featured

Lily Sarafan is the CEO of Home Care Assistance (HCA). In an interview she did with the WAM Weekly, Sarafan explains what HCA had done to keep their employees and clients safe during the pandemic and gives advice on what family members can do during this difficult...

COVID-19 Pandemic Inspires Poem From WAM Community Member

Apr 3, 2020 | Caregiving

By Tara Middleton Ever since I could write, poetry has been a cathartic channel for healing, raw self-expression and true connection. Along my own mental health journey, the art has allowed me to heal through a creative and vulnerable lens. This poem was inspired by...