Parenting UP! Caregiving adventures with comedian J Smiles Podcast
1) We in Detroit Baby! Behind the Scenes of our first tour!
Hey Parenting Up Family! Today's episode is an audio version of a look behind the scenes of our first tour in Detroit! We had an amazing time with Dr. McNeil and the team at the AGREED Grant! You may ...Show More
2) Unwavering Husband, Caregiver and Advocate
What if you could communicate telepathically with someone living with advanced Alzheimer's? Dan Goerke discovered this extraordinary connection with his wife Denise after conventional conversation bec...Show More
3) Gas, Guts, and the Golden Sample: A Caregiver Crashout
Ever wondered how far you'd go to care for someone you love? How much dignity you'd sacrifice? I found my answer on the side of I-20 during Atlanta rush hour. When my mother started talking to people...Show More
4) That's What Friends Are For
Have you ever witnessed someone persevere to no end to maintain a connection with someone they cared about? That's exactly what happened when my mother's DC circle refused to let her disappear after m...Show More
5) KEEN AGING: HOW MODERN ELDERS ARE REWRITING GROWING OLD
In today's episode, we had the great opportunity to speak with an amazing author who is changing the outlook on aging! Dr. Corinne Auman, a care management expert and author of "Keenagers: Telling a N...Show More
6) Lights, Camera, Collection: From The Sidelines of Caregiving
Parenting Up family - today's episode is a special one! The worlds of sports memorabilia and caregiving collide in this deeply personal glimpse into my journey to honor my father's extraordinary lega...Show More
7) Who Caregivers Can Call: Real Life Resources
Welcome to the last episode of our 3 part 'Detroit Cares About Caregivers' Series! What resources actually exist for caregivers, and how do you access them when you need support? This question haunts...Show More
8) White Coat Wisdom: Best Practices for Care Partners
Do you ever feel dismissed or intimidated when advocating for your loved one in medical settings? That ends today. In Episode 2 of our 'Detroit Cares About Caregivers' series, medical providers share...Show More
9) Detroit Caregiver Chronicles
Parenting Up family, we are excited to bring you a new 3-part series in partnership with Wayne State University's AGReed grant! In this episode, Detroit caregivers speak with J Smiles about their exp...Show More
10) What Caregivers Want Doctors To Know
The void between medical expertise and lived caregiving experience takes center stage in this powerful season finale. Join us as we recap the Alter Dementia Summit 2025! This episode captures the vibr...Show More