Caring for a family member is the ultimate act of love. We know, we've been there. It can also be challenging and lonely. We've been there, too. Hosted by Katie Kristofic, founder of The Carefullist, our guests are current and former caregivers who share their stories- the good, the bad, and everything in between. Join us for genuine conversations as we discuss all things caregiving. Visit www.carefullist.com for resources and additional information.
Ethan Wechtaluk is no stranger to caregiving. His dad had Parkinson's. His grandfather was in a car accident and needed help afterward. He worked across Medicare, the FDA, the Health Insurance Marketplace, and the Department of Veterans Affairs, helping untangle broken systems and make public services actually work for the people who depend on them.
Now, he's running for a seat in the US House of Representatives for the MD-06. This is an in-depth discussion of his personal experiences, professional knowledge, and how he wants to lead the country to properly care for its citizens.
4 May 2026
Connecting Care for Facilities and Families
Wynter Johnson watched her mom carry the weight of caring for her grandmother. Appointments were missed, communication was scattered, and when her grandmother was hospitalized, the family didn't know for a week.
When you're in the throes of caregiving, conversations often get stuck on day-to-day task updates rather than focusing on how your loved one is doing as a person.
In this episode, we discuss how this experience became the backbone of Caily, the HIPAA-compliant app she co-created with McKenna McCormick. It is designed to be available through senior living communities so they can chat directly with family members regarding their loved ones' care.
Resources
www.carefullist.com (https://www.carefullist.com)
www.caily.com (https://www.caily.com)
https://www.linkedin.com/in/wynter-johnson
20 Apr 2026
Leading the Future of Aging Care
Nina Herndon (MA, CMC, CLPF) founded Sage Eldercare Solutions in 2001 as a solo practitioner dedicated to improving the quality of care of older adults. This came on the heels of her own caregiving experiences; first in her 20s while caring for her mom, who had cancer, and then again later in life when her dad developed dementia.
She realized the importance of combining gerontology, social work, nursing, and counseling psychology into the care plan.
In 2012, she launched The Hummingbird Project, dedicated to improving quality of life and combating the plagues of loneliness and boredom that too often come with aging.
She is the 2026 President of the Board of Directors for Aging Life Care Association. This national organization provides support through consultation, assessment, care coordination, and advocacy to address the challenges of aging and disabilities.
Resources
www.carefullist.com (https://www.carefullist.com)
www.sageeldercare.com
www.hummingbirdproject.net
www.aginglifecare.org
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