Episodes of The Hart Of It All

May 5, 2026

Why Caregiving Should Be Treated Like a Diagnosis — with CareYaya CEO…

Caregiving is not just a personal challenge. It is quickly becoming one of the biggest healthcare issues of our time. On this episode of The Hart of It All, host Teri Hart sits down with Neal Shah, founder of CareYaya, to exp...

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April 28, 2026

How to Handle Sibling Conflict in Caregiving — with life transitions …

When it comes to caring for aging parents, siblings can be the hardest part. You might agree on everything for years, and then suddenly you’re facing decisions about care, money, or where your parent should live and nothing f...

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April 21, 2026

Celebration of Life vs Funeral: What Really Matters — with event plan…

What if saying goodbye felt more like a celebration than a loss? Teri sits down with wedding and event planner Trevor Frankfort to explore how we can rethink end-of-life gatherings in a way that feels personal, meaningful, an...

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April 14, 2026

Caregiving for Her Mom with ALS and Finding Light Through Hockey — wi…

Most people don’t realize how much caregiving reshapes you until you are living it. When sportscaster Evanka Osmak’s mother was diagnosed with ALS, everything changed quickly. What followed was a period of intense caregiving,...

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April 7, 2026

Inside The Pitt: Caregiving, Burnout, and the realities of the ER — w…

What if a TV show could actually change how we care for each other? In this special National Caregiver’s Day episode, The Pitt creator and showrunner R. Scott Gemmill joins Teri Hart for a powerful conversation about the real...

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March 31, 2026

Planning to Age in Place: What Seniors and Families Need to Know — wi…

Aging in place is something most Canadians want, but making it possible takes more than good intentions. In this practical and reassuring conversation, Teri Hart is joined by Deb Galet, President and CEO of Baycrest Hospital ...

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March 24, 2026

What Caregivers Need to Know Before a Loved One's Doctor Appointment …

Are you making the most of your doctor’s appointments as a caregiver? Or leaving with more questions than answers? Dr. Nadine Laraya, a Toronto-based family physician with over a decade of experience, shares what caregivers n...

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March 17, 2026

Caregiving Overnight: Life After a Partner's Devastating Stroke — wit…

Taylor Kaye became a caregiver overnight when her husband, Greg, suffered a devastating stroke in 2022. In this deeply honest conversation with Teri Hart, she shares what it means to navigate life after a sudden stroke while ...

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March 10, 2026

Cancer, Vulnerability, and the Power of Support — with Fashion Icon J…

Jeanne Beker had just turned 70 and felt, in her own words, “invincible.” Weeks later, a routine mammogram revealed breast cancer. In this candid conversation with Teri Hart, Jeanne reflects on what it meant to suddenly becom...

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March 3, 2026

Caregiver Burnout Is More Than Exhaustion — with Parenting Expert and…

Caregiving burnout isn’t just feeling tired. It’s a slow, chronic depletion that can quietly impact your mental clarity, physical health, and emotional resilience. In this episode, returning guest Alyson Schafer, parenting ex...

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Feb. 24, 2026

Medical Assistance in Dying (MAiD) in Canada: What Families Should Kn…

Most Canadians have heard about Medical Assistance in Dying (MAiD), but what does it truly entail? Dr. Jean Marmoreo, one of Canada's first practitioners of MAiD, reveals how this groundbreaking program has evolved over nearl...

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Feb. 17, 2026

20. Making the Hardest Call: Moving a Parent into Long-Term Care — wi…

When Cheryl Hickey’s father was diagnosed with progressive supranuclear palsy, her family was thrown into a world they were not prepared for. In this candid conversation, Cheryl shares the emotional and practical realities of...

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Feb. 10, 2026

19. Making the Right Move: Senior Living Options for Aging Parents — …

Where we live as we age is one of the biggest decisions families face, and one of the most confusing. In this episode of The Hart of It All, Teri Hart is joined by elder-care expert Pat Irwin, president and founder of ElderCa...

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Feb. 3, 2026

18. Living With Parkinson’s: Finding Joy, Movement, and Meaning — wit…

Most people underestimate how deeply Parkinson’s disease reshapes identity, independence, and daily life. In this revealing episode, award-winning writer and journalist Marni Jackson shares her journey from diagnosis to redef...

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Jan. 27, 2026

17. Caring for Someone With Dementia: What Caregivers Are Really Carr…

Caring for someone living with dementia changes everything. In this episode of The Hart of It All, host Teri Hart sits down with Dr. Adriana Shnall, program director at the Baycrest Koschitzky Centre for Innovations in Caregi...

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Jan. 20, 2026

16. Walking Beside Alzheimer’s: On Love, Caregiving, and Storytelling…

In this deeply personal episode of The Hart of It All, host Teri Hart is joined by filmmaker and casting director Heidi Levitt, who shares her journey as a caregiver to her husband, Charlie Hess, following his diagnosis of ea...

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Jan. 13, 2026

15. What a Geriatrician Wants Families to Know About Aging — with Ger…

When should you see a geriatrician? Dr. Amina Jabbar explains aging, cognitive decline, and care options for older adults and their families. If you are caring for aging parents or worried about dementia or Alzheimer’s, this ...

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Jan. 6, 2026

14. Navigating Alzheimer’s, One Step at a Time — with Alzheimer Socie…

January is Alzheimer’s Awareness Month, and we’re opening a 4-part series on Alzheimer’s and dementia with Cathy Barrick, CEO of the Alzheimer Society of Ontario. In this first episode, Cathy helps cut through fear and miscon...

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Dec. 30, 2025

13. Caregiver Burnout: The Breaking Point and What Comes Next — with …

Caregiving is growing fast in Ontario and across Canada, and too many people are doing it quietly, without support. To wrap up 2025, Teri Hart is joined by Ontario Caregiver Organization CEO Amy Coupal to break down the bigge...

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Dec. 23, 2025

12. Caregiving From a Distance and the Guilt That Comes With It — wit…

Caregiving does not always look the way we expect, and sometimes the hardest role is the one filled from a distance. In this episode, Teri Hart speaks with The Honourable Marci Ien about caring for her mother after a devastat...

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Dec. 19, 2025

Bonus Episode: How to Support Aging Parents During Holiday Visits — w…

Holiday gatherings can be busy, loud, and full of nostalgia, yet they can also carry quiet clues about how a senior in your life is truly coping. In this bonus episode, Teri sits down with geriatrician Dr. Amina Jabbar to exp...

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Dec. 16, 2025

11. Why Hearing Loss Matters More Than We Think — with audiologist Be…

If you have ever wondered whether you or a loved one should get your hearing checked, this episode is for you. Registered audiologist and educator Beverley Wolfe sits down with Teri to explain how common hearing loss really i...

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Dec. 9, 2025

10. Who Speaks for You: Understanding Power of Attorney (Part 2) — wi…

Planning for future care can feel intimidating, but it is one of the most meaningful steps you can take to protect yourself and the people who may need to make decisions on your behalf. In this episode, Wills and Estates Lawy...

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Dec. 2, 2025

09. The Gift of Clarity: Wills and Choosing an Executor (Estate Plann…

Estate planning can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be. In this episode, Wills and Estates Lawyer Jordana Talsky sits down with Teri to demystify the documents, decisions, and conversations that shape what happens a...

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