In this episode of the Sandwich Generation Survival Guide, host Candace Dellacona is joined by Neal Shah and Sydney Rosbury from CareYaya, an innovative platform transforming the elder care industry.

Neal shares his journey from Wall Street to full-time caregiver to founder of CareYaya. The CareYaya on-line platform connects university students with seniors in need of companion-level care, offering a cost-effective and reliable alternative to traditional home care. Sydney, a pre-med senior at the University of Michigan, discusses the intergenerational experiences and the invaluable skills she gained as a caregiver with CareYaya. Additionally, Neal introduces Counterforce Health, a new project utilizing AI to assist families in appealing denied health insurance claims, aiming to alleviate caregiver stress. The episode highlights the importance of personalized, affordable care and the growing need for innovative solutions in the aging population.

00:00 Introduction to the Sandwich Generation Survival Guide
01:19 Meet Neal Shah: From Finance to Caregiving
03:58 The Birth of CareYaya
05:24 Sydney Rosbury's Journey with CareYaya
07:10 What is CareYaya?
08:39 Innovations and Impact of CareYaya
12:49 Challenges in the Care Industry
19:30 CareYaya's Expansion and Future Plans
29:19 Exciting New Projects: Counterforce Health
32:47 Conclusion and Final Thoughts