Episode 16: Becky Yanni, Donna Lee, Jax Hope

Donna Lee, Program Director with Alzheimer's Association, is back to discuss a very important topic - taking care of the caregiver! The Alzheimer's Association has phenomenal resources for families, especially caregivers. A diagnosis of dementia or Alzheimer's affects the entire family, and caregivers are more at risk for depression and health risks themselves if they don't take care of themselves. If you would like to know more about the Alzheimer's Association and the wide range of services they offer, go to www.alz.org

We are so excited to welcome a new guest to the show, Becky Yanni, Executive Director of St. Johns County Council on Aging. Becky talks about the Council's mission to allow the senior population in St. Johns County to age in place with dignity. They offer programs like Meals on Wheels and serve 300 meals per day by volunteers! They offer classes for caregivers activities to keep seniors active like Tai Chi at multiple locations around St. Johns County. If you would like to know more about the St. Johns Council on Aging, go to their website www.coasjc.org or you can call 904-209-3700.

Greg Ritscher and Gregg Hummer are back to talk about Parkinson’s and tips for the caregivers of people with Parkinson's. The early stages can be full of fear not just for the person diagnosed, but for the family as well. Greg and Gregg offer advice for families and hope that you can live a long and happy life with Parkinson’s. If you would like to know more, you can go to www.jaxhopeinc.org to find support groups for people with Parkinson’s as well as support groups for caregivers. Or, you can call 904-801-5535 for support.