Alzheimer’s Across America – Caregiver Experiences. During a concentrated period spent with a loved one who is living with Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia, there is much to be learned. Kari Loya embarked on a long-held dream to cycle cross country with his father, despite the challenges posed by his father’s Alzheimer’s condition. Over a span of more than two months in close quarters with his father, Kari experienced a transformative journey. Discover the story of his cross-country trip and why it proved to be one of the most intelligent decisions he could have made. Caregiver experiences done right can make the journey much happier for all.

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Kari Loya is an educational leader, executive coach, storyteller, and adventurer. He has worked nearly three decades at a range of innovative educational institutions, beginning with Teach For America in 1993 and serving most recently as headmaster at the Good Hope Country Day School in the U.S. Virgin Islands. He is also an Emmy-winning bilingual voice talent Kari Loyle, musical artist (https://kariloya.bandcamp.com), and author (Conversations Across America; My Top 40 at 40). Kari spoke at TEDx UC Davis in April 2022 on the theme of “Metamorphosis.” He holds a BA from Dartmouth College and an MBA from Columbia University. He currently lives with his wife and daughter in Sugar Land, Texas.

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