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Patient & Caregiver Resources

This resource library, developed by the COACH 4M project and funded by HRSA (Project #: 6 U1QHP28745-03-06), provides clinicians and trainees with short, informational videos about important Geriatric topics. These resources are provided in various formats: exam demonstrations, presentations, and interviews.

Learning from Caregivers with Dr. Monin

Learning From Caregivers is a new interview series where we dig into the latest information from both caregivers and caregiving scientists to help people support the needs of older adults in their families and communities. This is a podcast for health professionals and for all people who care for older adults.

Interview with Nancy May, Founder of CareManity, LLC and host of Eldercare Success

Nancy May, CEO advisor, eldercare specialist, host of the podcast Eldercare Success, and founder of CareManity, LLC tells us her story of caregiving. Nancy shares her experience as a caregiver for her two parents and offers advice about the practical, emotional, and financial aspects of family caregiving. Nancy is the author of “How to Survive 911 Medical Emergencies: Step-by-Step Before, During, After!”

Part 1: The business of family caregiving and preparing for emergencies
Part 2: The file of life
Part 3: Preparing for future care for others and yourself

Interview with Evan Plys, PhD, Clinical Psychologist and Psychotherapy Researcher for Caregivers

Evan Plys, PhD, a clinical psychologist and researcher from the Center for Health Outcomes and Interdisciplinary Research at Massachusetts General Hospital, gives advice about how caregivers can protect their psychological health and tells us about his current research in which he finds new ways to bring effective mental health interventions to more caregivers.

Part 1: Psychotherapy for Caregivers
Part 2: A New Script for the Caregiving Relationships and New Research Opportunities

If you are interested in participating in ongoing research on caregiver wellness through the Center for Health Outcomes and Interdisciplinary Research at Massachusetts General Hospital, please visit this website for more details.

Interview with Linda Kaufman, advocate and volunteer with the CT Chapter of Alzheimer’s Association and the LiveWell Institute in Plantsville, CT

Linda Kaufman, advocate and volunteer with the CT Chapter of Alzheimer’s Association and the LiveWell Institute in Plantsville, CT shares her experiences with the community and health professionals to improve the lives of people living with dementia and their families.

Part 1: Linda’s experience with mixed dementia and interacting with healthcare professionals.

Part 2: Understanding the path that leads to resilience after a diagnosis.