Caregiving Unveiled True Purpose for an Encore Career

Bill Cohen recently received the “Male Caregiving Voice of the Year” award and when you listen to his caregiving story in this episode and how caregiving unveiled a new purpose which is now providing him with an encore career you may understand why he was selected. 

Bill was his mother’s caregiver after Hurricane Katrina struck in 2005 and took away her home. First, he stepped in as her long-distance caregiver and then when she was able to move to be closer to Bill in the Pacific Northwest he became her primary caregiver all while juggling caregiving with his work commitments. 

Bill’s mother had Alzheimer’s disease, and Bill found helpful resources along the way through the Alzheimer’s Association which led to him attending a support group. As time progressed, he became the support group’s facilitator which led to hosting memory cafes and learning of more helpful resources which he now shares with other caregivers. 

Bill is the owner of Cohen Caregiving Support Consultants LLC, and is a Certified Senior Advisor (CSA)®, caregiving support consultant, elder mediator, volunteer and advocate for a cure for Alzheimer's disease. He helps folks manage their caregiving journeys with their care partners who are living with dementia. He speaks to organizations and meetings, and facilitates the caregiving support groups, both in person or virtually.