Every caregiver has their Everest, and for me, it was trying to create that perfect TV moment with my mom, Zetty. As she battles advanced Alzheimer's, I balance the unpredictable world of caregiving with my role as a comedian and podcaster. This episode is a raw and humorous recount of…
Ever been blindsided by life's cruel surprises? Andrew sure has. A brain aneurysm hit him out of nowhere--at the airport! This episode takes you on a journey as we learn about Andrew's fight for survival, and his journey to redefine himself in the face of adversity. From a successful teacher…
Ever thought how our backgrounds and experiences shape the way we give and receive love? What if we could turn learning the language of love into a fun and interactive game? Join us as we engage in a captivating conversation with our guest, Paul, about the ground-breaking concept of the…
Have you ever wondered how artistry intertwines with caregiving? Today, we're chatting with Donna Olivia, a knowledgeable author, retired teacher, and caregiver who's been looking after her mother for 7 years. Brimming with Donna's deep-seated passion for authentic care, this episode uncovers her transformative journey, the lessons she's learned, and…
On this episode, J speaks with co-host of the Remember Me Podcast and resilient figure in the caregiving world--Maria Kent Beers. Her journey began with a mother diagnosed with Frontal Temporal Dementia (FTD) and ALS, leading her to discover a strength she never knew she possessed. Navigating medical systems is…
On this episode, J speaks with co-host of the Remember Me Podcast and resilient figure in the caregiving world--Maria Kent Beers. Her journey began with a mother diagnosed with Frontal Temporal Dementia (FTD) and ALS, leading her to discover a strength she never knew she possessed. Navigating medical systems is…
@parentingup J Smiles tells Sawyer Buccy of Atlanta News First her secret sauce of using to humor help family caregivers cope. J opens up about how comedy saved her soul after double family tragedy.
Often times caregiving comes with surprises. In this episode of the Parenting Up podcast, J talks about when she was having a productive wave, planning her Comedy tour, creating with her staff and boom —she is notified that Zetty - who is supposed to be in bed- is on flat…
J Smiles is shocked out of her sleep by a professional caregiver because Zetty is non-responsive. It looked like a stoke but it wasn’t… what is happening?!?!
J Smiles recounts the first professional caregiver who showed her to ropes of avoiding burnout, redirecting, and more. Plus, a discussion on how to handle the major societal upheaval while keeping your caregiver cool. THIS IS A REPLAY. ___________________________________________________________________________ Parenting Up! is a podcast and a vodcast about comedian J…
J answers questions and gives advice on ALZ. THIS IS A REPLAY. ___________________________________________________________________________ Parenting Up! is a podcast and a vodcast about comedian J Smiles caregiving adventures. You can hear the podcast on all audio platforms and interact with the vodcast on Getvokl.com. **Links to podcast and GetVokl on Parenting…
J encourages Alzheimer’s awareness, donations, dispels rumors and more. THIS IS A REPLAY. _________________________________________________________________________________________________ Parenting Up! is a podcast and a vodcast about comedian J Smiles caregiving adventures. You can hear the podcast on all audio platforms and interact with the vodcast on Getvokl.com. **Links to podcast and GetVokl on…
Zetty & Gladys Knight duet... well kinda. 9 years into ALZ, her favorite songs still evoke emotion. This song was released after Zetty’s divorce and clearly became a source of strength as she found new love with my daddy, Jock Smith. . _________________________________________________________________________________________________ Parenting Up! is a podcast and a…
Seth Rogen and Lauren Miller Rogen announce CareCON 2021, a virtual conference for Alzheimer's family caregivers. Parenting UP’s J Smiles’ is a panelist with moderator Sean Hayes at this groundbreaking event.
Activism has a caregiver is on display. Social media fundraising with "live-a-thons", a podcast launch, custom tumblers and more shared as examples of fighting Alzheimer's and supporting caregivers. J Smiles tells why her passion runs so deeply during this thank you video to the Alzheimer's Association. NOTE: GetVokl broadcast is…
J Smiles describes how abruptly she became a full-time caregiver. After living an extremely independent global life, her father died of a massive heart attack and within 90 days her mom was thrust into early onset Alzheimer's disease. Literally, J blinked and her "healthy" forensic accountant CPA mother was incapable…
Watch the PARENTING UP x GetVokl kickoff broadcast. J Smiles introduces herself to the LIVE interactive audience. Why she partnered with GetVokl, why she is so passionate about caregiving and a little about her life leading up to now. J sets the tone for future episodes and reveals her infectious…
