She never wanted to be a caregiver—but Dementia changed everything.
Betsy Wurzel speaks with Marilyn Raichle, author of Don’t Walk Away: A Care Partner’s Journey, about her experience caring for both parents—her father with Parkinson’s and her mother with Alzheimer’s. Marilyn shares how art enriched her mother’s life, why care partners must slow down and listen, and how this unexpected journey became life-changing.
They also discuss the importance of dignity, support, and Education for caregivers, along with Marilyn’s mission to reduce fear and stigma around Alzheimer’s.
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