Caregivers drop a š¤ if you agree! A win is definitely a win! No day in caregiving looks the same! No day in caregiving is 100% perfect! But itās always about celebrating your L.O. in the small wins! Caregivers, what was a win, big or small, that you celebrated thisā¦
Yāall being a caregiver is hard. Especially when your momma is coming for your head like mine š I mean sheesh! Sometimes I have to ask myself, does she really have Alzheimerās or is she getting over on me š Caregiving is truly comedy, seriously! Fellow caregivers, whatās the funniestā¦
Every so often, we stumble upon a story that not only challenges our perception of the world but also offers a profound lesson in resilience. Michaellās journey is one such tale. Struggling with dysgraphia and dyslexia, Michaellās path was far from conventional. Yet, this remarkable individual has authored six booksā¦
Every so often, we stumble upon a story that not only challenges our perception of the world but also offers a profound lesson in resilience. Michaell's journey is one such tale. Struggling with dysgraphia and dyslexia, Michaell's path was far from conventional. Yet, this remarkable individual has authored six booksā¦
Itās Momma Monday! Yawl, Shoutout to the Gen Z! This momma + son duo killed it? Let me go get Zetty so we can film our own! #CAREGIVER #CG #ENDALZ #Alzheimers #ALZ #MOMMAMONDAY #d9 #greek #deltasigmatheta #soror #omegapsiphi #greeklife
#Caregivers- whatās your best piece of advice for noticing the āsignsā? Watch and stream āBoosting Joy: A Conversation with Eunice Sykesā on YouTube, Apple Podcast, and Spotify! Link in bio. #ParentingUpPodcast #CaregivingJourney #Inspiration #NewEpisode #caregiving #podcast #endalz
I shouldāve know my momma was going to get the Alzheimerāsā¦.she forgot what she told me all the time š Who else had the same problem with a parent šš½ #comedy #comedian #jokes #atlcomedian #outsidebeenopen #outsidebeenopencomedytour #femalecomedian #endalz #caregiver #caregiverstrong
Zetty is an ADP & a DP of Gamma Iota. I am a DP of Alpha Chapter. Excellence ERY Dayšŗ OUTSIDE BEEN OPEN BABYā¦ what āchu mean you cannot get āer dun. We BREED Extraordinary Deltas. #deltasigmatheta #foundersday #outsidebeenopen #divine9 #hbcu #hamptonuniversity #howarduniversity #communityservice #endalz
When love is rekindled and a family is beautifully blended, the heart sings a tune of joy ā until a shadow, quiet and unassuming, threatens to mute the melody. That's where our guest's story begins, with a love so bright against the creeping dusk of Alzheimer's. Our guest, Eunice Sykes,ā¦
Thank you to everyone who came out and supported the first leg of the Outside Been Open Comedy Tour! I am currently gearing up for the second half of the tour! What cities should I come to? Comment below ā¬ļø
Thank you @jamesdixonfoundation for trusting me to Emcee/Perform at this years Purple Affair! I had a ball! Weāre going to kick ALZās butt one laugh at a time!
Thank you AARP, ALZ Association, ALZ GA for allowing me to moderate and perform at the 2023 Caregiving Community Forum! I had a great time! I opened for @iamreginabelle so I might ack funny 2mrw. š #comedian #comic #alzheimersawareness #endalz
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 ofā¦
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 teacherā¦
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 theā¦
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, andā¦
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 isā¦
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 isā¦
@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 āshe is notified that Zetty - who is supposed to be in bed- is on flatā¦
J Smiles is shocked out of her sleep by a professional caregiver because Zetty is non-responsive. It looked like a stoke but it wasnātā¦ 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 Jā¦
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 Parentingā¦
