Sherri Snelling

Corporate Gerontologist

Authorpreneur

Founder/CEO – Caregiving Club

Since her first book, A Cast of Caregivers – Celebrity Stories to Help You Prepare to Care. was published in 2013, Sherri has done numerous book signings, speaking engagements, media interviews and other events across the country. Below are some of the highlights from these events. You can find Sherri’s latest speaking engagements here.

Sherri at a recent book signing event

USC Womens Conf Book Signing 2013

Sherri appeared on “Real Orange” on PBS SoCal Channel KOCE

to talk about her new book with hosts Ed Arnold and Ann Pulice

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Upcoming 2015 Events:

RHUMC Speaking 7.25.15July 25, 11:00 am – Rolling Hills United Methodist Church, Rolling Hills Estates, CA

Sherri will be the keynote speaker on “Managing Caregiver Stress.” There will be a book signing immediately following the event. Purchase book at the event or ahead of time at Amazon.com and Barnes and Noble.com.

LifeCare Webinars logoMonthly Caregiving Webinars hosted by LifeCare

Sherri is the speaker/presenter for the monthly LifeCare “Caregivers Network” webinars. See here for more details

seniorzone“The Senior Zone” hosted by Shawn Perry on WYCB 1340 AM in Washington, D.C.

Sherri is a regularly featured guest on this top radio program for boomers, seniors and caregivers. Her next appearances:

July 20 – “Sandwich Generation – The Caregiving Tipping Points”

November 2 – “Home for the Holidays – How to Have the C-A-R-E Conversation with Older Parents”

Previous Events:

 mptf_logo_new2Motion Picture &  Television Fund Women’s Conference

Sherri was featured on a caregiving panel where she spoke about the “Sandwich Generation Juggling Act” at this first annual women’s conference hosted by MPTF at the Four Seasons Hotel in Beverly Hills. A book signing followed the event.

photo (2)Sherri Snelling and Holly Robinson Peete Headline Astellas Employee Event

Sherri Snelling joined Holly Robinson Peete at keynote speakers at an Astellas event for 5,000 to kick off its new StarLife caregiver support program for employees in Chicago.

Trojan head with USCFeatured Speaker and Book Signing Event at USC in downtown Los Angeles

Alumna Sherri Snelling spoke on center stage at Bovard Auditorium about “The 7 Ways to Caregiver Wellness” immediately followed by a book signing event. The event draws more than 1,000 business, civic and organizational leaders from the greater Los Angeles area on a variety of women’s issues.

Boomer Summit What's Next Introduction of Keynote Speakers Norman Lear and MSNBC’s Alex Witt

Norman Me Alex croppedAs a frequent speaker at the What’s Next Boomer Summit and Boomer Venture Summit events produced by Mary Furlong & Associates, Sherri Snelling secured and introduced two USC friends serving as the event’s keynote speakers, legendary TV writer and producer Norman Lear and MSNBC’s anchor, Alex Witt. The event draws 300 Thought Leaders in technology, health care, venture funding and entertainment.

ASABook Signing Event at American Society on Aging Conference

Sherri Snelling was one of several authors at a book signing event at the Hyatt Regency Hotel in Chicago which draws 4,000 professionals in the aging sector annually.

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First Republic First Republic Bank Private Client Events throughout Southern California

Sherri was the featured speaker on “The Health & Wealth Risks of Caregiving” at a series of special client events throughout Southern California hosted by First Republic Bank. Sherri’s book were provided to attendees and a book signing conducted after the presentation.

alzheimersass full  Featured Speaker and Book Signing at Alzheimer’s Association Central California Chapter Conference

Sherri was a featured speaker at the annual Dementia Care Conference held by the local chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association at the Montecito Country Club – Santa Barbara, CA.

NY Hospice OrgHospice & Palliative Care Association of New York Conference

Sherri was the keynote speaker on “Sandwich Generation Juggling Act” for this group of 500 health care professionals held at the Desmond Hotel and Conference Center in Albany, NY.

WomanSage_smlLogoWomanSage Salon Event

Speaking on “Caregiving in the Spotlight” Sherri was the keynote speaker for this event held at the Center Club in Orange County.

Thank you to the evening’s speaker sponsor, CareLinx

 IntKFWB radioerview on KFWB-AM, “Dr. Chambers On Call” radio program

Sherri talked to Dr. Chambers about how to have the “C-A-R-E Conversation” from her book.

alzheimers_speaks_logoInterview on  “Alzheimer’s Speaks” Radio Show 

Radio host, Lori LeBay interviewed Sherri about her new book.  Both Lori and Sherri were named to the Top 10 Alzheimer’s Influence list by Sharecare and Dr. Oz – Lori was #1 and Sherri was #4. (You can listen to the podcast in right hand sidebar on this page.)

Living Better at 50 radio programInterview on radio program, Secrets to Living Better @ 50

Radio host Prudence Lay interviewed Sherri about her new book. (You can listen to the podcast on the right hand sidebar on this page)

pbssocalInterview on PBS SoCal TV (KOCE)

Sherri appeared on the program “Real Orange”  to talk about her book with program hosts, Ed Arnold and Ann Pulice.  Watch the segment here.

Toulas Tips for Caregivers

Interview on WBOB-AM radio program, “Toula’s Tips for Caregivers”

Toula Wooten interviewed Sherri about her new book.  Click this link to listen to the podcast.


Unexpected Caregiver Radio ShowInterview on “Unexpected Caregiver” Radio Show with host Kari Berit

Sherri talked to Kari about her book and the caregiving lessons learned from celebrities such as Joan Lunden, Marg Helgenberger and Sylvia Mackey.

ksvy fm radio“The Aging Boomers” Radio Show, KSVY-FM

Sherri talked with host Frank Samson about July National Sandwich Generation Month and tips from her book for this local broadcast for listeners in Sonoma, California. Click here to listen to the show.

PWR Talk Radio Network“The Caregiver Support Marathon” PWR Radio Network 

Sherri spoke to hosts Lillian Caldwell and Soul Dancer on the special radio program “The Caregiver Support Marathon.” She was one of 6 experts nationwide who spoke about how to be prepared to be a caregiver. Sherri spoke specifically to “How can caregivers stay sane when faced with the added stress of being a caregiver.”  Listen to Sherri on “The Caregiver Support Network” podcast.

On Point Radio Show with Carlette Christmas“On Point with Carlette Christmas” KAYT-FM (Alexandria, Virginia and Shreveport, LA)

Sherri talked with host Carlette Christmas about the inspiring and empowering caregiving stories from her new book.

aging-insider-logo“Aging Insider” on BeccaTV

Sherri talked to host Becca Niederkrom, host of “Aging Insider” about her book and the activities of Caregiving Club.

Watch Sherri’s interview on Aging Insider TV.

FriendsofOASISLogoOasis Senior Center – Newport Beach, CA

Sherri is a frequent speaker on a variety of caregiver, boomer and senior topics at this senior center.

Be a Healthy Caregiver Chris Mclellan“Be a Healthy Caregiver” Radio Show

Sherri talked to host Chris MacLellan about the “7 Dimensions of Caregiver Wellness” from her book for this national radio program. Listen to the podcast of the show here (or you can listen to it in the sidebar at the right of this page).

OC Library and History CenterOrange County Library and History Center

Sherri was one of several featured Orange County authors invited to speak to the public at the Annual Authors Festival.

Areas of Expertise

  • Gerontology and aging across the life course
  • Caregiver Wellness
  • Brain Health
  • Alzheimer’s and Dementia Caregiving
  • Age-Tech (gerontechnology and digital health)
  • Well Home Design for Life (where universal design meets well building standards) 

“Need for Gerontologists” LinkedIn Article

Keynote Presentation on Role of Gerontologists in Business

engAGING Gerontology Talks Podcast

Authorpreneur

Sherri is an authorpreneur – using her books to drive innovative business initiatives and programs. Her books include:

Me Time Monday –
The Weekly Wellness Plan
To Find Balance and Joy for a Busy Life

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A Cast of Caregivers –
Celebrity Stories to Help You Prepare to Care

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The Snug Home – 
A Family Caregiver Guide to Well Home Design

Learn more about THE SNUG HOME

Book Sherri to speak at your next event, email: info@caregivingclub.com or contact Sherri’s agent at the American Program Bureau 

Creator Economy

Sherri is part of the Creator Economy in the area of family caregiver wellness, brain health and well home design:

“Caregiving Club On Air” Podcast hosted by Sherri Features expert guests and the latest caregiving news

Sherri has written more than 250 articles for  various media outlets

Sherri creates and presents monthly family caregiver educational webinars for employees reaching thousands of employer clients & their employees

Sherri created and presents the wellness workshop, Me Time Monday, for Employer Resource Groups (ERGs)

Sherri was the showrunner and host of the pilot cable TV show “Handle With Care”

Advisor

SSherri is the former Chairman of the Board for the National Alliance for Caregiving and served
as a board member for her local chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association. 

Sherri has also served in advisory role as a caregiving and gerontology expert for:

Sherri has been or currently serves as an advisor to start-up companies in the aging and caregiving space including:

Awards

In her 30-year career in technology and health care, Sherri has received the following prestigious awards:

Honored as #4 on Top 10 Alzheimer’s online influencers

Won the ASA Business & Aging Award for PacifCare’s “Solutions for Caregivers” Employer Program

Received Award from the Dept. of Justice and NCMEC for creation of Canon’s “Picture Them Home” Program

Won National Award for  Campus Rape Awareness Campaign

Education

Masters in Gerontology

Undergraduate degrees in Political Science and Journalism

Master’s Certificate in
“Shaping the Workforce of the Future”

Master’s Certificate in
“Happiness Psychology”
Professor Arthur Brooks