You don’t have to do this alone. I’ve been where you are.

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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

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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.