Zinnia TV Dementia Support with Allyson Schrier

Betsy Wurzel, host of Chatting with Betsy, welcomes Allyson Schrier, Co-Founder of Zinnia TV, for a moving discussion on Zinnia TV dementia support. Allyson shares how her husband’s dementia journey inspired the creation of a platform designed to help caregivers and loved ones connect.Allyson’s story is one of resilience, purpose, and vision. After caring for her husband Evan, who had Behavioral FrontoTemporal Lobe Dementia, she transformed her experience into a career dedicated to supporting both individuals with dementia and the caregivers who care for them.She went on to become a sought-after dementia educator, training both family and professional caregivers in best practices for compassionate care. Allyson also helped launch an educational initiative at the University of Washington to improve how healthcare professionals diagnose and support people living with dementia.Her work has earned national recognition. In 2020, she received a Maude’s Award for Innovation in Alzheimer’s Care and was named Visionary Caregiver of the Year by Caregiving.com. She also serves on the Washington State Dementia Action Collaborative, where she facilitates spousal support groups and lectures on caregiving topics.These achievements highlight the impact of Zinnia TV dementia support on the broader caregiving community.During the interview, Allyson reflects on the challenges of obtaining an accurate diagnosis for her husband and how this impacted their young family. he emphasizes the importance of open communication with children in caregiving households.Inspired by her experience, Allyson co-founded Zinnia TV, a research-based streaming platform offering calming video experiences tailored for people living with dementia. The content is intentionally paced more slowly to accommodate cognitive changes while easing caregiver stress.Families who turn to Zinnia TV dementia support often report reduced stress and improved connections.In fact, Allyson notes an 80% reduction in stress among users living with dementia. Families can explore Zinnia TV with a free two-week trial, which includes a wide variety of topics designed to soothe, entertain, and strengthen connections.💟 Allyson Schrier mentioned how Lorenzo's House is a wonderful resource for children and young adults dealing with parents or any relative dealing with dementia. 👉 https://lorenzoshouse.org/ ❤ This special episode is dedicated to the memory of her husband, Evan Schrier, whose journey continues to inspire a movement toward compassionate and innovative caregiving solutions.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/chatting-with-betsy--4211847/support.💡 At Passionate World Talk Radio, we believe real conversations matter. Stay inspired and keep listening to Chatting with Betsy at www.passionateworldtalkradio.com.