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.

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