Discover Silver Linings in Alzheimer’s Care – Featuring Eliezer Sobel on AlzAuthors Podcast
Nov 04, 2025 3:28 pm
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Welcome back to AlzAuthors! In this latest episode of Untangling Alzheimer’s and Dementia, we introduce our November Featured Author, Eliezer Sobel. His moving memoir, The Silver Lining of Alzheimer’s: One Son’s Journey into the Mystery, chronicles his role as unexpected caregiver for both of his parents, who were in their 90s and living with dementia.
Eliezer describes himself as "still living a post-hippie lifestyle" when the call came. His mother had been living with Alzheimer's for years, but when his father—her sole caregiver—suffered a traumatic brain injury from a fall, Eliezer had to step in. His story is both deeply moving and uplifting. If you're navigating the complex world of dementia care, this episode offers comfort and connection.
A Story of Loss—and Rediscovered Love
After his father suffered a traumatic brain injury at 90, Eliezer and his wife Shari made the life-altering decision to move into his childhood home, becoming the primary caregivers for both parents. As Eliezer shares with podcast hosts Christy Byrne Yates and Marianne Sciucco, who are joined by acquisitions editor Jean Lee, the challenges were daunting—sleepless nights, relentless anxiety, and the struggle to manage his father’s complicated finances. But amidst the hardship, Eliezer discovered an unexpected gift: a profound, wordless bond with his mother that Alzheimer’s could not erase.
Listen to this podcast and:
- Gain practical wisdom on reframing loss as opportunity for love
- Learn strategies for financial caregiving and household management
- Hear how other authors found kinship and new understanding in the dementia journey
- Discover resources designed for those living with dementia, not just their caregivers
P.S. Have thoughts on this episode? Email us at alzauthors@gmail.com.
You’re Not Alone Every story shared on AlzAuthors aims to break the silence and isolation many caregivers feel. We invite you to explore the hundreds of resources at AlzAuthors.com for guidance, comfort, and support.
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In Case You Missed It . . .
Shari Ross is the author of Senior Living Made S.I.M.P.L.E. Her professional experience in senior living communities and personal connection to dementia through family gives her a unique perspective on managing care for a loved one with cognitive impairment. You can read her story on our blog and listen to our podcast with host Marianne Sciucco and acquisitions editor Sheila Luna. Our conversation dives deep into the emotional, practical, and logistical challenges families face when transitioning loved ones to senior living, with a focus on memory care, language, and advocacy.
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Our Film Festival Continues
Our first ever Film Festival may be half over but we still have two film discussions remaining, the links to view the films are good until the end of the year, and any discussions you missed can be found on our podcast and YouTube channels. Get the details here. Then, join us for live discussions with the films' creators.
Here's the remaining schedule:
- November 10: Kitty Norton, "Wine, Women, and Dementia"
- December 8: C. Nathaniel Brown, "The Present"
All discussions are at 2 pm EST.
Past Presentations (catch the replays):
- Mary Crescenzo, "Planet A"
- Susie Singer Carter, "No Country for Old People"
- Frank Silverstein, "Lousy: Love in the Time of Dementia"
Thanks to our friends who have supported this event on their podcasts and blogs:
- All Home Care Matters Podcast
- Alzheimer's Speaks Radio with Lori La Bey
- Being Patient Blog
- Connecting Caregivers Radio Show
- Dementia Spring
- Fading Memories Podcast
- Happy Healthy Caregiver
- Love Conquers ALZ Podcast
- The Memories Project
- Dr. Helena Popovic
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2025 New Authors, Podcasts, and AlzAuthors Live! Virtual Events
11/10 - Film discussion with Kitty Norton and "Wine, Women, and Dementia"
11/19 - Podcast: Film Fest Replay with Kitty Norton
12/8 - Film discussion with C. Nathaniel Brown and "The Present"
12/17 - Podcast: Film Fest Replay with C. Nathaniel Brown
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Happy 10th Anniversary to our Friends at Daughterhood
Congratulations to Daughterhood on ten years of supporting caregiving daughters (and others). Daughterhood offers connection with fellow caregivers through support group circles, a podcast that provides practical tools from experts, an inspirational blog from its founder, Anne Tumlinson, and helpful resources for every phase of the caregiving journey. We thank Anne for ten years of service to the caregiver community. We also thank AlzAuthors Rosanne Corcoran, Elizabeth Miller, and Nicole Smith for their work with Daughterhood. Rosanne is the Director of Content Strategy, host of Daughterhood The Podcast, and a Circle Leader. Elizabeth Miller of Happy Healthy Caregiver is a Circle Leader. Nicole is the author of Diagnosis Dementia: Your Guide for Eldercare Planning and Crisis Management and a Circle Leader. After completing our own decade of providing support to caregivers, we understand the dedication such an endeavor requires. Well done, ladies.
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Catherine Bornbaum, Chief Business Officer of RetiSpec, joins Being Patient for a Live Talk on RetiSpec’s AI-driven retinal imaging, designed to detect disease-related biomarkers quickly, accessibly, and at scale. In this conversation, Bornbaum will explain how retinal hyperspectral imaging and AI work together to assess Alzheimer’s risk, what clinical validation has shown so far, and why earlier, easier detection could transform patient care, clinical trials, and everyday decision-making for families and clinicians.
WHEN: Friday, Nov. 7, at 11 a.m. PT / 2 p.m. ET
WHERE: Being Patient’s Facebook page
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Your Management Team
L to R: Vicki Tapia, Ann Campanella, Christy Byrne Yates,
Marianne Sciucco, Susan Landeis, and Jean Lee
How to reach us:
Marianne Sciucco: podcast host/producer
mariannesciucco@gmail.com
Jean Lee: acquisitions editor, Custom Caregiver Collections
jean@alzheimersdaughter.com
Vicki Tapia: acquisitions editor, children's books
vicki.tapia@gmail.com
Ann Campanella: Custom Caregiver Collections
anncampanella@gmail.com
Susan Landeis: Custom Caregiver Collections
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