“The Pandemic You Don’t See: It’s Here!” That is the headline Bryan Jenkins—a veteran "Town Crier" and professional newsman—gives to the silent crisis of dementia caregiving. For decades, Bryan’s career was defined by "The Hunt": chasing public policy shifts, reporting on riots, and measuring the human impact of world events. But in 2018, the story became personal.
A sudden family tragedy forced Bryan to walk away from a burgeoning business to become the primary caregiver for his dementia-stricken sister and his frail, 83-year-old mother. Facing this monumental task while battling his own progressive Multiple Sclerosis, Bryan didn’t just survive; he applied his journalistic toolset to navigate a failing system with "conversational butter" and a relentless curiosity for answers.
From changing diapers while balanced on a walker to finding a transformative "moment of lucidity" in a quiet bedroom, Bryan’s journey is a masterclass in resilience. His upcoming book, Surviving Dementia – Caregiver Tactics for Living, serves as a "Day-One Blueprint" for the millions of families about to be "smacked in the face" by the realities of care.
"My ego was never bigger than my love for my family... I became 'the man' for my sister and my mother. They would’ve done the same for me."
Read how this retired newsman turned his investigative edge into a lifeline for his family, and discover his vital tactics for navigating the legal and medical minefields of dementia.
The bipartisan Credit for Caring Act would give family caregivers up to $5,000 a year in federal tax credits to help offset the cost of home care, respite, and essential supplies. Learn what the bill means and why supporting caregivers matters now more than ever.
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I stumbled across one of Harmony’s videos recently, and it touched me so deeply that I knew I had to reach out and learn more about this amazing person. In a world that often rushes past the vulnerable, Harmony stands still. A veteran hospice caregiver and recent nursing graduate, she operates on a level of empathy that can’t be taught in a classroom.
From holding the hands of patients through the fog of dementia to choosing 'care over income' at just 19 years old, Harmony’s journey is a masterclass in what it means to be a 'true angel on earth.' As she says, 'No matter how far you go in nursing, always remember the days as a caregiver—because that level of care is undefeated.
"Caregiving wasn’t something I set out to do—it grew naturally out of love, responsibility, and presence." For Leon, a psychotherapist with a doctorate in counselor education, the transition from clinician to "night caregiver" began in January 2025. After his partner suffered a traumatic fall that unmasked a diagnosis of Dementia, Leon’s life shifted from the office to the home. In this installment of our Heart of the Home series, Leon shares his journey of navigating "quiet fatigue," family friction, and the profound power of vulnerability.
"Why are we waiting until a crisis to have these conversations?" Palliative care expert Nurse Kristy, founder of Own Your End, joins EnhDme to reveal her powerful "Staircase of Decline" framework. In this exclusive interview, we debunk common hospice myths, define true quality of life, and share the one conversation every family must have before a medical emergency strikes. Learn how to trade caregiver burnout for clarity and take ownership of your loved one's caregiving journey.
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