Island Treasures
Island Treasures began as a platform for caregivers with its guests sharing their stories to encourage, provide insights, and resources to support those in the midst of caregiving. With over 100 heartfelt episodes, it reminded caregivers they were not alone, as it uplifted voices of wisdom, empowerment, and compassion. In October 2025 Island Treasures enters a new chapter.
This relaunched season explores life after caregiving—the transitions, transformations, and moments that follow with former caregivers sharing how they have transitioned into their next chapter.
In addition to these heartfelt episodes addressing life after caregiving, from time to time we will celebrate the treasures of Vancouver Island with an episode highlighting a place or experience unique to Vancouver Island—after all that’s where the podcast calls home.
Whether you’re just beginning to rediscover life beyond caregiving or caregiving is part of your distant past, Island Treasures offers stories that we trust will resonate with you and inspire you as you move forward after caregiving. Or if you’re curious about Vancouver Island and want to hear more about the people and places that make it special, we’re delighted to have you join us for those episodes as well.
Please note: the original episodes remain available and provide a rich archive of support for caregivers. This new season simply expands the journey.
Island Treasures
A Caregiver's Innovative Creation
Angela Fairhurst was the primary caregiver for her mom who after a misdiagnosis and several different medications was eventually diagnosed with Lewy Body Dementia. Angela's passion to find engaging activities for her mom led her to create Geri-Gadgets® and as the founder and CEO of Geri-Gadgets®, she is dedicated to enhancing the lives of those affected by dementia.
Angela has over 25 years of experience as a non-fiction television producer and journalist through Fairhurst Productions, Inc., and former Executive Director of the Chambers Group, a consumer product-marketing firm. From her impressive career, she brings a unique blend of creativity and practical expertise to her work.
Her journey in dementia care began with the personal connection with her mom, leading her to immerse herself in the study of dementia and forge connections within the care community. Angela's innovative approach combines her product development skills with a deep understanding of caregivers' needs, resulting in stimulating Geri-Gadgets® that make a real difference in dementia care.
In this episode Angela also speaks about her processing of grief and the useful resource she found in the Grief Recovery Handbook.
If you wish to take a look at Geri-gadgets, you can check out Angela's website. Angela will also be highlighting the products in the upcoming mini podcast episode that will be available in video format.
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