In this enlightening episode, Laura speaks with Neal Shah, America’s Chief Elder Officer and co-founder of CareYaya, about how technology is transforming the future of elder care. From AI-powered caregiver tools to brain-computer interfaces, Neal shares how innovation—and his own caregiving story—sparked a movement to make high-quality care more accessible, affordable, and human-centered.Whether you’re looking for relief, curious about what’s next in caregiving, or just need a little hope, this episode delivers. Meet Neal Shah:Neal Shah is the co-founder of CareYaya, a platform that connects college students pursuing healthcare careers with families who need in-home caregiving support. Inspired by his own experience caring for loved ones, Neal is on a mission to build a future where compassionate care and smart technology come together to serve older adults—and ease the burden on families. Topics Discussed:Neal’s personal caregiving journey and how it inspired CareYayaWhy caregiving is long overdue for tech innovationHow college students are creating a new model of affordable careThe role of AI and voice tools in supporting caregiver trainingExciting projects: brain-computer interfaces, virtual reality, and moreHow tech can reduce guilt and burnout for family caregiversWhy human connection still matters—even in a high-tech future⏱️ Timestamps (Approximate):00:00 – Welcome and introduction of Neal Shah01:00 – From finance to family caregiving: Neal’s personal story03:45 – The emotional and logistical toll of caregiving06:00 – The innovation gap in elder care09:20 – What CareYaya is and how it works12:30 – How the tech platform improves caregiver access and quality16:15 – College students as a compassionate workforce20:45 – Building a scalable, sustainable care model24:00 – The role of AI in caregiver support and training29:15 – What the future of caregiving looks like with AI and neurotech35:30 – New frontiers: brain-computer interfaces, VR, and more42:00 – Closing thoughts on hope, innovation, and dignity in care Key Takeaways:Innovation is essential for sustainable caregivingCollege students offer untapped potential as compassionate caregiversAI and VR can enhance care without replacing human connectionNew tools can ease the emotional weight and guilt caregivers often carryThe future of caregiving can be brighter—and more personal—than ever before Resources Mentioned:CareYaya.org – Learn more about CareYaya’s mission, platform, and innovationsStay tuned for new tools like AI-powered voice companions and neuro-assistive caregiving tech Connect with Neal Shah:Website: CareYaya.orgLinkedIn: Neal Shah Connect with Laura Vaillancourt &#38; the Life on Repeat Podcast:Website: https://lifeonrepeatpodcast.comInstagram: @lifeonrepeatpodcastFacebook: Life on Repeat PodcastYouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@LifeonRepeatPodcast" rel="noopener noreferrer"...