Advocacy

I’m here to promote brain health literacy through my lived experience as a caregiver, expertise in neuroscience, and commitment to improving my community.

This is my Mom, Karen.

My Mom and I have always had this beautiful, unspoken bond: no matter where you are and what you’re going through, I’ll be there for you.

When she received her diagnosis in late 2018, I was in the midst of my PhD program. There was no decision other than I would move home to be there with her. So far, we have had six amazing years of experiencing this progression, together. She even helped see me through to the finish line of my PhD!

I have used my neuroscience knowledge paired with the love and commitment that I have always known from my Mom, to learn how to be the best caregiver I can for her. This experience has been filled with so many highs and lows and I hope by sharing our story, we can make your journey a little bit lighter.

“We aim to have a good day, everyday. And the best way I can do that is to meet her where she’s at”.

Being a caregiver has taught me to slow down, to stop rushing. It has reminded me to find gratitude in the simple act of daily living.