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Most caregivers don't call themselves caregivers. They're just helping someone they Love. Chris Punsalan didn't set out to become one either. But when his grandmother could no longer care for herself,…

Most caregivers don'…

Most caregivers don't call themselves caregivers. They're just helping someone they love. Chris Punsalan didn't set out to become one either. But when his grandmother could no longer care for herself, he stepped in. What followed was an eight-year journey that would reshape his life, identity, and purpose. In this conversation, Chris shares what Caregiving really looks like behind closed doors, the emotional weight, the quiet moments of dignity, and the responsibility that changes you. We talk about Grief, Legacy, and the power of storytelling as a way to make others feel less alone. Chris is …

What happens when the person caring for others professionally suddenly becomes a caregiver at home? In this episode of the willGather Podcast, Nicole Will sits down with Saudia Gajadhar, Vice Presiden…

What happens when th…

What happens when the person caring for others professionally suddenly becomes a caregiver at home? In this episode of the willGather Podcast, Nicole Will sits down with Saudia Gajadhar, Vice President of Marketing & Communications and Chief Happiness Officer at Comfort Keepers, for a conversation about what care really means, beyond services, schedules, and safety plans. Saudia now finds herself living the same reality many families face: supporting aging parents while navigating the emotional shift from daughter to caregiver. Together, Nicole and Saudia explore the human side of aging, i…

In this conversation, Nicole speaks with Shauna Sweeney, caregiver, founder and CEO of tendercare, about what caregiving asks of us when love reshapes our lives. Drawing from caring for her dad with e…

In this conversation…

In this conversation, Nicole speaks with Shauna Sweeney, caregiver, founder and CEO of tendercare, about what caregiving asks of us when love reshapes our lives. Drawing from caring for her dad with early-onset Alzheimer's from 3,500 miles away, Shauna shares how families can move from crisis to Clarity and why systems must center families. Shauna reflects on the emotional collision of identities that caregiving brings daughter, advocate, organizer, protector, and what she learned from her dad about dignity, autonomy, and the desire to still be known. We talk about inequity in caregiving, why…

How do we measure quality care in a way that truly supports families? In this episode, Nicole sits down with Ben Harder, Managing Editor and Chief of Health Analysis at U.S. News & World Report, t…

How do we measure qu…

How do we measure quality care in a way that truly supports families? In this episode, Nicole sits down with Ben Harder, Managing Editor and Chief of Health Analysis at U.S. News & World Report, to explore the heart and science behind the 2026 Best Nursing Homes ratings. Together, they break down the updated methodology, what makes top-performing facilities stand out, and how families can use these insights to make confident, compassionate decisions, whether navigating short-term rehab or long-term care. This conversation brings clarity to a system that often feels overwhelming, offering a…

At 26, Jessica C. Guthrie, M.Ed became a full-time caregiver for her mom living with early-onset Alzheimer's. Now a leading advocate and educator, Jessica is reshaping how we understand the intersecti…

At 26, Jessica C. Gu…

At 26, Jessica C. Guthrie, M.Ed became a full-time caregiver for her mom living with early-onset Alzheimer's. Now a leading advocate and educator, Jessica is reshaping how we understand the intersection of career and caregiving. In this conversation, she and host Nicole Will explore love, equity, and representation in care, what it means to be seen, to lead with compassion, and to build a world where every caregiver's story belongs. To learn more, visit: https://www.jessicacguthrie.com/ To connect with Jessica, visit: @CareerCaregivingCollide LinkedIn: Jessica C. Guthrie, M.Ed Thank you …

When her husband was diagnosed with frontotemporal degeneration at just 29, Katie Brandt’s life changed overnight. What began as confusion and heartbreak became a lifelong calling to transform how w…

When her husband was…

When her husband was diagnosed with frontotemporal degeneration at just 29, Katie Brandt’s life changed overnight. What began as confusion and heartbreak became a lifelong calling to transform how we see, support, and study dementia. Today, Katie is the Director of Caregiver Support Services and Public Relations at the Massachusetts General Hospital Frontotemporal Disorders Unit, and the Founder & CEO of Katie Brandt Advocacy. In this conversation, we talk about what it means to become a “caregiver detective”, the quiet observer, the record keeper, the advocate who pieces together th…

Comedian Kelsey Cook, known for her specials on Hulu and YouTube, opens up about her personal journey as a caregiver for her mom with Frontotemporal Dementia. In this heartfelt conversation, Kelsey sh…

Comedian Kelsey Cook…

Comedian Kelsey Cook, known for her specials on Hulu and YouTube, opens up about her personal journey as a caregiver for her mom with Frontotemporal Dementia. In this heartfelt conversation, Kelsey shares the early signs she noticed, the Trauma of crisis care, and the challenges of supporting her mom from a distance. She reflects on how humor has been a lifeline, how advocacy became part of her purpose, and why community connection matters now more than ever. Follow Kelsey and check out her work and podcast! https://www.kelseycook.com/   Thank you to our Sponsor Zinnia TV is a therapeutic de…

When caregiving became her world overnight, Andrea Suchin’s life changed forever. Her husband was diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia at 54, leaving Andrea to navigate full-time caregiving while …

When caregiving beca…

When caregiving became her world overnight, Andrea Suchin’s life changed forever. Her husband was diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia at 54, leaving Andrea to navigate full-time caregiving while raising four children. Sleepless nights and overwhelming Stress became her reality. Out of that journey, Andrea and her sister created Wuggle™, a deep touch pressure Sleep cap designed to bring calm and restorative rest. In this episode, Andrea shares her story of resilience, the creation of Wuggle™, and how better sleep can transform the caregiving journey.   To learn more about Wuggle here:…

At 85, Jean Ketcham is just getting started. As the bold voice behind Aging But Dangerous, Jean reminds us that aging isn’t about the body, it’s about the soul. In this lively conversation, we tal…

At 85, Jean Ketcham …

At 85, Jean Ketcham is just getting started. As the bold voice behind Aging But Dangerous, Jean reminds us that aging isn’t about the body, it’s about the soul. In this lively conversation, we talk about skydiving, style, friendship, caregiving, and yes, even vibrators. With her signature sass, fearless honesty, and contagious energy, Jean shows us how to embrace every year fully confident, empowered, and unstoppable. To connect with Jean and learn more visit https://www.agingbutdangerous.com/   Thank you to our Sponsor Zinnia TV is a therapeutic dementia care platform that supports careg…

When Frontotemporal Dementia (FTD) entered their lives, everything changed for Nanci Anderson and her daughters, Lindsay Early and Emily Anderson. In this conversation, they open their hearts about th…

When Frontotemporal …

When Frontotemporal Dementia (FTD) entered their lives, everything changed for Nanci Anderson and her daughters, Lindsay Early and Emily Anderson. In this conversation, they open their hearts about the long and confusing road to Gary’s diagnosis, the challenges of caregiving, and the deep grief of watching someone you love slip away too soon. They also share the turning point, when they chose to honor Gary by creating Gary’s FUB Team and raising awareness through advocacy and community. This is a story of heartbreak and resilience, of carrying love forward, and of finding purpose in the fa…

Most people think aging is about endings. Familiar Touch shows us it’s about beginning again. In this episode, filmmaker Sarah Friedland, actress Kathleen Chalfant, executive director Shaun Rushfort…

Most people think ag…

Most people think aging is about endings. Familiar Touch shows us it’s about beginning again. In this episode, filmmaker Sarah Friedland, actress Kathleen Chalfant, executive director Shaun Rushforth, and resident Jean Owen of Villa Gardens, take us behind the scenes of this award-winning film that reimagines aging, dementia, and caregiving through dignity, creativity, and collaboration. A must-listen for family caregivers and senior living advocates. We go behind the scenes of Familiar Touch—filmed at Villa Gardens, a Front Porch Community. What does it mean to open your doors, your story…

Last year, I had the privilege of joining as a Jury member, award presenter, and speaker. Meeting changemakers and those that reshaping aging care around the globe brings hope to our future, and we st…

Last year, I had the…

Last year, I had the privilege of joining as a Jury member, award presenter, and speaker. Meeting changemakers and those that reshaping aging care around the globe brings hope to our future, and we still have work to do! I left inspired by the global momentum to rethink how we support aging populations. Every conversation, every connection, reminded me that “Care and love are universal.” In this episode, I share a glimpse into our time last year and re-share my interview with the founder, Jerome Pigniez. He shares  about The SilverNight Awards, and the SilverEco & Ageing Well Internat…