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Feb. 6, 2023

"I'm On Edge Of Quitting Caregiving"

“I'm On Edge Of Quitting Caregiving” Everybody has a bad day. What are signs that you need an immediate break from caregiving? I’m J Smiles, comedian, Alzheimer’s and Dementia activist, and family caregiver. You may know me from Parenting Up™, whe…

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Oct. 6, 2022

“Advocating 101: Partner with the provider – chatting with “Eclectic” Dawn – “Your Loved One Doesn’t Have to Have Alzheimer’s or Dementia For You to be Part of the Parenting Up Family: 5 Reasons You Became a Caregiver”

“Advocating 101: Partner with the provider – chatting with “Eclectic” Dawn  Your Loved One Doesn’t Have to Have Alzheimer’s or Dementia For You to be Part of the Parenting Up Family: 5 Reasons You Became a Caregiver I’m J Smiles, comedian, Alzh…

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Oct. 6, 2022

“Keeping Mom Independent: A Chat with Kim Cooper”  - How to Give Your Loved one Independence for a Better Quality of Life

“Keeping Mom Independent: A Chat with Kim Cooper”  How to Give Your Loved one Independence for a Better Quality of Life I’m J Smiles, comedian, Alzheimer’s and Dementia activist, and family caregiver. You may know me from Parenting Up!™, where we’…

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Oct. 6, 2022

“Something is Wrong with my Momma”  - Recognizing Early Signs of Alzheimer’s

“Something is Wrong with my Momma”  Recognizing Early Signs of Alzheimer’s I’m J Smiles, comedian, Alzheimer’s and Dementia activist, and family caregiver. You may know me from Parenting Up!™ - where we’re a family of caregivers taking care of …

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Oct. 6, 2022

“H.E.L.P. I’m not qualified”  – 7 Steps to Take when You Become a Caregiver

“H.E.L.P. I’m not qualified”  7 Steps to Take when You Become a Caregiver I’m J Smiles, a comedian, Alzheimer’s and Dementia activist, and family caregiver. You may know me from Parenting Up!™ - where we’re a family of caregivers taking care of …

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