You don’t have to do this alone. I’ve been where you are.
Caregiving can change your life in ways you never expected.
When my mother was living with Alzheimer’s, I spent 10 years walking through the emotional, practical and relational challenges that so many families face.
I experienced firsthand the love, responsibility, exhaustion and uncertainty that often come with caring for someone you deeply love.
Through that experience, I saw how many caregivers quietly carry enormous emotional weight -especially during major transitions like moving a loved one into memory care of adjusting after caregiving ends.
I also saw how valuable it can be to have someone walk alongside you during those moments.
Hi, I’m Susan Stern.
Here at Spring to Life Coaching-
I support families navigating caregiving transitions. My work focuses especially on helping family members emotionally adjust after a loved one moves into memory care and guiding them as they rediscover themselves after caregiving responsibilities shift or end.
You’re not just getting a coach. You’re getting someone with professional and personal insight.
✅ 20+ years of experience in medical care and healthcare leadership
✅ Board-Certified Life Coach
✅ Certified Dementia Practitioner
✅ Speaker and caregiver advocate
✅ Former caregiver for a parent with dementia
✅ Known for my mix of compassion, clarity, and practical tools
Caregiving transitions can feel overwhelming and deeply personal.
You don’t have to navigate them alone.
If you’re facing a shift in your caregiving journey, I would be honored to walk alongside you.