"Look for the glimmers in caregiving." - Mark Wilson
Hosts JJ and Natalie sit down with Mark Wilson, a former corporate executive who left his successful career to become a full-time caregiver after his mother’s Alzheimer’s diagnosis.
🔹 Mark’s Caregiving Journey – The emotional transition from executive to caregiver
🔹 Building a Support System – How to create a strong caregiving team
🔹 Lessons in Love & Connection – The power of family support and resilience
🔹 Solo Caregiver Advice – Practical strategies for those navigating caregiving alone
Mark shares his personal experiences, from the challenges of balancing career and caregiving to the joys found in daily interactions. After his mother's passing, he became a passionate advocate for Alzheimer’s awareness and patient rights, offering hope and guidance for caregivers.
About Mark Wilson:
Mark spent more than 20 years in corporate roles leading training, recognition and rewards programs, leadership and executive development with companies like PepsiCo, Taco Bell and yum brand.
After his mom, Lena, was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s he left his career to take care of her time at home.
When his mom received the diagnosis, they were told she had roughly five more years. That was an aha moment where he decided he going to do everything to prove them wrong - she was meant to live a lot longer!
Love, learning, leadership, and getting results is makes “secret sauce” and he’s sharing the recipe today!
Connect with Mark::
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/mark-wilson-
** Caregiver Action Network Caregiver Help Desk offers free support to family caregivers via phone, chat, or email Monday through Friday, 8:00 am - 7:00 pm Eastern. Get answers, resources, support group info, or a listening ear. Visit www.caregiveraction.org/helpdesk/ or call 855-277-3640.**
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