National Family Caregiver Conference Speaker Preview, Nov 10-12, 2023

A sneak peak at 3 of the 20 speakers at this years National Family Caregiver Conference, sponsored by Sherrill Mims, founder & CEO of the Global Caregiver Network. Mary Beal is a Family Administrator and Home Care Consultant, and is trusted for her expertise in administrative, legal services, caregiving and natural wellness. She has created a multifaceted company that, at its core, is about caring for people and leading with love. From reviewing legal documents to researching family history to recommending a vitamin regimen for a bed-bound senior, she is a single-stop-shop for the supportive services that help families to stress less and focus more on what matters—each other. Her beginnings were humble, but her family was wealthy in wisdom.  Toni Gitles is widely recognized for her dedication to personal development and her ability to inspire and guide individuals through life’s challenges. Her books and speaking engagements have touched the lives of countless people worldwide. She is a keynote speaker, workshop facilitator, support group mentor and advocate for caregivers. Speaking directly to the hearts of caregivers, Toni Gitles designed her insightful and compassionate guidebook, 21 Mistakes Caregivers Make & How to Avoid Them, Ethelle G. Lord, M.Ed., DM can be described by many epithets. She’s the founding president of the ICA (International Caregivers Association), a GSHS (Good Shepherd Healing System) practitioner, author, educator, management coach, presenter, mother and grandmother. Her emphatic personality is easily detected. She is an amazing human being. Despite growing up in different circumstances and social norms than those that we are living in now, she has never let anything stop her from learning, forging her place in the world, and especially helping others.