Unlocking Connection & Purpose for Persons Living with Dementia | Dr. Gitlin

In this episode of Caregiver SOS On Air, hosts Ron Aaron and Carol Zernial welcome internationally renowned intervention scientist, gerontologist, and Drexel University Dean Emerita Dr. Laura Gitlin. Together, they explore how tailored activities can transform dementia care, restore a sense of purp…

Laughter Through the Tears: Finding Joy in Caregiving & Grief | Keith Price

In this moving and lighthearted episode of Caregiver S.O.S. On Air, host Ron Aaron and guest co-host Tina Smith (Senior Director of Caregiver Program Operations at the WellMed Charitable Foundation) welcome back comedian, actor, writer, and radio host Keith Price to discuss navigating the intense e…

Bridging the Gap: Fostering Hope and Purpose Through Intergenerational Caregiving | Caleb Balaraju

In this episode of Caregiver S.O.S. On Air, host Ron Aaron and guest co-host Tina Smith are joined by Caleb Balaraju from the Bethlehem Intergenerational Center. Caleb shares insights from his work supporting older adults, persons living with dementia, children, and family caregivers through a shar…

Taking the Stress Out of Saying Goodbye: A Guide to End-of-Life Planning | Richard Tips

In this episode of Caregiver SOS On Air, hosts Ron Aaron and Carol Zernial sit down with Richard "Dick" Tips, Chairman and CEO of RD Tips Inc. and owner of Mission Park Funeral Chapels and Cemeteries in San Antonio. Together, they tackle a topic many families avoid until it's too late: end-of-life …

Resolving Family Caregiving Disagreements with Elder Care Mediation | Pamela Wilson

In this episode of Caregiver SOS On Air, hosts Carol Zernial and Ron Aaron are joined by caregiving expert, court-appointed fiduciary, and certified mediator Pamela D. Wilson to address one of the most stressful challenges facing families today: navigating and resolving caregiving disputes. When a…

Listening Beyond Words: Understanding Unmet Needs in Dementia Care | Dr. Jennifer Carson

In this episode of the podcast, we dive into a transformative, human-centered approach to supporting individuals living with dementia. Traditional dementia care often relies on redirection, isolation, or medical sedation to manage challenging behaviors. However, this conversation shifts the focus t…

The 5th Dementia: How Music Mends Minds | Carol Rosenstein

In this inspiring episode of Caregiver S.O.S. On Air, hosts Ron Aaron and Carol Zernial sit down with Carol Rosenstein, an educator, pioneer in holistic mind-body medicine, and the founder of Music Mends Minds, Inc. Carol shares her deeply personal story as a caregiver for her late husband, Erwin, …

Loving John: A Story of Caregiving, ALS, & Unconditional Love | Peter Dare

In this poignant episode of Caregiver SOS On Air, host Ron Aaron and guest co-host Tina Smith are joined by Peter Dare to discuss his deeply moving journey as a caregiver to his husband of over four decades, John Goodnett. John—an ultra-runner with an irrepressible spirit and a sharp sense of humo…

Language of Care: Rethinking Dementia Communication | Dr. Lorde

In this episode of Caregiver SOS On Air, guest host Tina Smith and co-host Ron Aaron are joined by Dr. Ethelle Lorde, founding president of the International Caregivers Association. Drawing from her background in counseling, organizational leadership, and her 21 years as a primary caregiver for her…

Prevention is the Best Medicine: Daily Habits for Healthy Feet | Allyson Larkin

Here is a detailed episode description for the episode: Prevention is the Best Medicine: Daily Habits for Healthy FeetEpisode Summary With summer heatwaves sweeping the country, caring for our feet is more critical—and more complicated—than ever. In this episode of Caregiver SOS On Air, host Ron …