What if your journey from education to entrepreneurship could revolutionize memory care? Join us as we sit down with Mandy Shoemaker, an inspiring figure who has transitioned from the classroom to co-founding Prairie Elder Care and Connectivities. Discover how she, alongside her sister-in-law Michaela Gibson, identified a critical gap in memory care and responded with a unique, nature-filled environment at Prairie Farmstead in Overland Park, Kansas. Through touching anecdotes, such as resident interactions with animals, Mandy reveals the profound connections and joy her community fosters, emphasizing the significance of meaningful experiences for individuals with Alzheimer's and other cognitive challenges.
Tune in to hear Mandy's personal growth journey and the resilience required to navigate today’s post-COVID entrepreneurial landscape. Learn from her valuable strategies, including self-care practices like working with a life coach and setting boundaries, to maintain resilience and prevent burnout. Explore how embracing vulnerability and kindness, highlighted through a 31-day challenge, can transform personal and professional lives. Mandy's openness about facing fears and disappointments provides insightful lessons on compartmentalization and self-compassion, key components for anyone aspiring to growth in their entrepreneurial endeavors.
Connect with Mandy:
linkedin.com/in/mandypec
www.connectivities.us
www.prairieeldercare.com
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