In this episode of the Sandwich Generation Survival Guide, host Candace Dellacona speaks with Nicole àBeckett and Dr. Shruti Roy, co-founders of the innovative technology platform Hero Generation. Nicole and Shruti share their personal caregiving experiences that inspired them to create Hero Generation, a comprehensive web-based tool designed to support family caregivers. This first of its kind technology provides Sandwich Generation members medical and legal resources, tools to organize and manage caregiving responsibilities, and a community to help caregivers manage the emotional and logistical challenges they face. The discussion highlights the important role that technology can play in caregiving and how technology can support, organize, and manage these responsibilities. Candace commends the founders for their mission-driven approach and the value Hero Generation brings to caregivers.

00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
00:51 Nicole's Caregiving Journey
04:15 Shruti's Caregiving Experience
06:46 The Hero Generation Platform
07:40 Platform Features and Benefits
11:23 Community and Support for Caregivers
25:32 Accessing Hero Generation
28:19 Closing Remarks and Gratitude

For more information about Hero Generation, visit https://www.herogen.co/

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https://www.linkedin.com/company/herogeneration/

https://www.instagram.com/hero__generation/

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Join host Candace Dellacona in this insightful episode of The Sandwich Generation Survival Guide, featuring Dr. Gerda Maissel, founder of My MD Advisor. Candace and Dr. Maissel discuss “solo agers” and the unique challenges they face. Learn about critical strategies for single people as they age, including building community, ensuring proper medical care, and legal planning to navigate aging independently or with limited family support. This episode provides valuable insights for both solo agers and their loved ones!

00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
00:30 Dr. Gerda Maissel's Background and My MD Advisor
01:07 Personal Story: The Catalyst for My MD Advisor
02:29 Challenges in the Healthcare System
05:30 The Concept of Solo Aging
09:14 Fears and Realities of Solo Agers
22:56 Building Community and Support Networks
25:52 Legal and Medical Preparations for Solo Agers
29:38 When to Seek Professional Help
31:45 Conclusion and Contact Information

For more information about My MD Advisor, visit:

https://www.mymdadvisor.com/

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https://www.linkedin.com/company/my-md-advisor/

https://www.facebook.com/MyMDAdvisor/

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