Island Treasures
This podcast provides a platform for caregivers to share their stories, offering encouragement and insights to those who may be on a similar journey. Guests bring wisdom and empowerment to remind caregivers they're not alone. Additionally, guests share valuable information, tips and resources to support caregivers in their vital role.
Island Treasures
The Must-Have Talk for Caregivers
Today's guest, Amy Friesen, is a best-selling author and expert in the senior living industry and she has worked with seniors and their families throughout the world. She shares how she and her family used 'the talk' to open the door for her father-in-law to come and live with them.
Amy founded Tea & Toast in 2014 to help seniors and their families gain access to better choices and reduce the stress and feeling of being overwhelmed; and she has learned the importance for folks with aging parents to have 'The Talk'. In this episode we hear about the benefits of having the talk to remove the guess work in what your loved one's wishes are. We hear how it's also important to know which questions to have and what your options are when navigating eldercare.
Through Tea & Toast Amy and her team have a unique method of assisting those who are navigating the retirement living industry - saving families countless hours. This personalized service advocates for clients' personal needs and wants, while simultaneously ensuring that their short-term and long-term goals, as well as care needs, are planned for.
Amy has been recognized by the House of Commons for her 2018 Businesswoman of the Year Award as well as being a 2019 Forty Under 40 recipient.