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HELP! Nobody Told Me

Jasmine Shapiro & Shannon Johnson

Welcome to "HELP! Nobody Told Me..." where we navigate life's transitions with heart and humor. Learn with hosts Jasmine Shapiro and Shannon Johnson, Chicagoland REALTORS® and Senior Real Estate Specialists® with BHHSChicago. Join us as we delve into the world of real estate at different stages of life with an eye on your future, guided by our team including Mindy Leonard, SOS- Super Organized Spaces, a home organizer, and Jordan Kagan, The Man of Silver, specializing in sterling silver, precious metals, coins and watches.


In each episode, we'll bring you insightful interviews with various guests to help you plan for the future, whether it's your own, your parents' or anyone else in your life. From practical advice on navigating real estate transactions to discussions about the emotions that accompany change, we're here to empower and educate you on how to handle the next chapter.


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  • 108 episodes
  • Updated July 29

Episodes108

  • Oct 15, 2025 · 21 min

    Unlocking Legacies: Lynn Wendt's Journey as a Ghostwriter

    Lynn Wendt is a professional with a diverse and dynamic career, she brings a unique blend of skills to her work as a ghostwriter, helping clients grow their businesses and persevere their legacies. Her background spans a lifelong passion for writing including being a published author, a successful career in global IT project management, and over a decade as a designated managing broker of a boutique real estate firm in Chicago. Lynn is an entrepreneur at heart who thrives on one-on-one collaboration guiding clients to articulate their stories, elevate brands, and achieve their most meaningful goals. Subscribe, leave a review and follow us on social media…Join us next Wednesday for another episode of Help! Nobody Told Me… Hosts: Shannon Johnson sjohnson@bhhschicago.com Jasmine Shapiro jshapiro@bhhschicago.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shannonandjasmine/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shannonandjasmine Website: https://shannonandjasmine.bhhschicago.com/ Links: https://youtu.be/ZHBvgh9lMwE. https://www.linkedin.com/in/lynnwendt/ https://www.instagram.com/p/DLhqaYWsnqK/ www.empowerwritingservices.com Produced by: Dave Couto with Bright Vox Audio Edited by: Michael Collins

  • Oct 8, 2025 · 23 min

    ADHD Strategies You Haven't Tried: Insights from a Pro

    Suzy Carbrey started out as a speech-language pathologist in cognitive-communication rehab, helping adults recover skills like attention, memory, and organization after medical events. Over time, she noticed those same challenges showing up in everyday life, especially for adults with ADHD and executive functioning challenges. Now, as an ADHD and executive functioning coach, she blends her clinical background with real-life strategies to help parents and professionals, often those in the sandwich generation, reduce overwhelm, find better balance, and reach their goals with more ease. Subscribe, leave a review and follow us on social media…Join us next Wednesday for another episode of Help! Nobody Told Me… Hosts: Shannon Johnson sjohnson@bhhschicago.com Jasmine Shapiro jshapiro@bhhschicago.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shannonandjasmine/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shannonandjasmine Website: https://shannonandjasmine.bhhschicago.com/ Links: newsletter: https://subscribepage.io/bakd7V website: https://suzycarbrey.com/ Produced by: Dave Couto with Bright Vox Audio Edited by: Michael Collins

  • Oct 1, 2025 · 31 min

    Thriving in Every Role: Nancy Kontney's Life Lessons

    Nancy Kontney is a retired teacher, wife, mother of three and daughter. She had the time of her life as an educator but her most important jobs have been, wife, mother, as well as daughter. Nancy has three grown children who are off on their own and beginning their independent lives. Her daughter is Chinese and her twin boys are Korean. Nancy and her husband have had the honor of being their parents since they were 7 months old! Listen in to see how she has thrived in every stage of her life including as she moves forward in retirement. Subscribe, leave a review and follow us on social media…Join us next Wednesday for another episode of Help! Nobody Told Me… Hosts: Shannon Johnson sjohnson@bhhschicago.com Jasmine Shapiro jshapiro@bhhschicago.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shannonandjasmine/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shannonandjasmine Website: https://shannonandjasmine.bhhschicago.com/ Produced by: Dave Couto with Bright Vox Audio Edited by: Michael Collins #realestate #shannonandjasminehomes #bhhs_chicago #bhhschicago_lakeforest #seniorresourceteam #helpnobodytoldme #AdoptionJourney #AdoptiveMom #ParentingJourney #TeacherForLife #EducatorsInspire #TeachingJourney #YourStoryMatters #LifeLessons #FamilyLove #FamilyCaregiver #CaregivingJourney #DaughterToCaretaker #RoleReversal #CaringForParents #HeartOfACaregiver #LifeTransitions #CompassionInAction

  • Sep 24, 2025 · 30 min

    Why You Should Care About Senior Driver Safety with Jim Lyman

    Jim Lyman, AARP Volunteer Drive Safety Instructor - Jim is one of 4,000 volunteer instructors across the country who are dedicated to improving driving skills for seniors, thereby increasing roadway safety for all of us. Jim has lived in the Chicago area for the past 50 years, most of them while working as an architect. Now retired, Jim embraced AARP’s goals and well-researched driver safety programs and has been teaching classes for several years. Subscribe, leave a review and follow us on social media…Join us next Wednesday for another episode of Help! Nobody Told Me… Hosts: Shannon Johnson sjohnson@bhhschicago.com Jasmine Shapiro jshapiro@bhhschicago.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shannonandjasmine/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shannonandjasmine Website: https://shannonandjasmine.bhhschicago.com/ Links: https://www.aarp.org/auto/driver-safety/?cmp=RDRCT-DRVE_JAN02_014 or call 888-227-7669 for more information, to access an online classes, or to find a local in-person class. Produced by: Dave Couto with Bright Vox Audio Edited by: Michael Collins

  • Sep 17, 2025 · 24 min

    Stop Losing Your Family History! Expert Photo Organizing Secrets Revealed

    Bonnie Hillman Shay is a Certified Photo Organizer and founder of Mariposa Photo Organizing based in the Chicago area. She has been a photo organizer for 17 years. Bonnie organizes, edits, and scans her clients’ lifetime of printed photos that for years may have been hiding in boxes, spare bedrooms, attics and basements. She wants her clients to have access to their family photo treasures so that they can enjoy them and share them with their children, grandchildren and generations to come besides being safe from unexpected disasters. Bonnie loves helping her clients reconnect with their photographic memories and to tell their story which is part of their legacy. Clients tell Bonnie that she works magic and they are so grateful for what she does. Bonnie’s business tagline is “Curate Your Photos, Preserve your Legacy.” Subscribe, leave a review and follow us on social media…Join us next Wednesday for another episode of Help! Nobody Told Me… Hosts: Shannon Johnson sjohnson@bhhschicago.com Jasmine Shapiro jshapiro@bhhschicago.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shannonandjasmine/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shannonandjasmine Website: https://shannonandjasmine.bhhschicago.com/ Links: https://mariposaphotoorganizing.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/bonniehillmanshay/ https://www.facebook.com/MariposaPhotoOrganizing/ Produced by: Dave Couto with Bright Vox Audio Edited by: Michael Collins

  • Sep 10, 2025 · 27 min

    Transforming Pain into Purpose: Rae Luskin's Journey

    Rae Luskin is an award-winning artist, author, and creative mindfulness mentor who helps people transform pain into purpose through the healing power of the arts. A lifelong advocate for the expressive arts, Rae blends mindfulness, storytelling, and creativity to reduce stress, build resilience, and reclaim self-worth. She is the creator of Creative Activists: Turning Pain to Purpose, a social impact platform and upcoming docuseries that uplifts courageous stories and fosters healing from gender-based violence through creative expression and community. As a survivor of childhood sexual abuse, Rae knows the pain of feeling broken and invisible—but also the power of creative expression and service to heal and ignite a life of purpose. Today, she guides survivors, creatives, and changemakers to step into their power, share their truth, and make an impact. Because it’s never too late to turn pain into purpose. Subscribe, leave a review and follow us on social media…Join us next Wednesday for another episode of Help! Nobody Told Me… Hosts: Shannon Johnson sjohnson@bhhschicago.com Jasmine Shapiro jshapiro@bhhschicago.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shannonandjasmine/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shannonandjasmine Website: https://shannonandjasmine.bhhschicago.com/ Links: https://www.raeluskin.com/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/CreativeActivists https://www.instagram.com/creativeactivistgroup/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/raeluskin/ https://creativeactivsit.substack.com Produced by: Dave Couto with Bright Vox Audio Edited by: Michael Collins #RealEstate #ShannonandJasmineHomes #bhhs_chicago #bhhschicago_lakeforest #seniorresourceTeam #HelpNobodyToldMe #AgeWell #LifeAfter50 #LifelongLearning #CreativeMindfulness ✨#MindfulnessMentor #HealingThroughArt #AwakenCreativity #MindfulLiving #EmpoweredLiving #SoulfulJourney #ConsciousCreativity #InnerPeaceAndJoy #InspireAndCreate #CreativeActivists

  • Sep 3, 2025 · 31 min

    Legacy Planning 101: Expert Tips from Abby Bakos

    Abby Bakos, Attorney and Owner of Bakos Law, a real estate, estate planning and civil rights firm. Abby brings over a decade of legal expertise to our conversation today. While she's built an impressive reputation serving as lead counsel on high-profile federal civil rights cases and complex litigation, she's found her true calling in helping families protect what matters most through her estate planning and trusts practice. Her journey has taken her from the high-stakes world of federal civil rights litigation to founding her own practice, where she now focuses on guiding individuals and families through the critical process of legacy planning and asset protection as well as residential real estate transactions. Subscribe, leave a review and follow us on social media…Join us next Wednesday for another episode of Help! Nobody Told Me… Hosts: Shannon Johnson sjohnson@bhhschicago.com Jasmine Shapiro jshapiro@bhhschicago.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shannonandjasmine/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shannonandjasmine Website: https://shannonandjasmine.bhhschicago.com/ Links: https://bakos.law/ Produced by: Dave Couto with Bright Vox Audio Edited by: Michael Collins #realestate #shannonandjasminehomes #bhhs_chicago #bhhschicago_lakeforest #seniorresourceteam #helpnobodytoldme  #RealEstateAttorney #EstatePlanningAttorney #RealEstateLaw #EstateLaw #PropertyLaw #TrustAndEstatePlanning #PlanForTheFuture #ProtectYourLegacy

  • Aug 27, 2025 · 28 min

    The Fight Against Hunger: Inside the Hunger Resource Network

    Richard Greenswag is the Vice President of Hunger Resource Network and has been practicing law in the Chicago suburbs for 46 years. He has been a board member of PADS Lake County for 19 years and was a former president for 4 years. Richard is a lifelong volunteer and has been active in various roles at multiple organizations including Habitat for Humanity, Lake and McHenry County Advisory Boards, Winnetka-Northfield-Glencoe Chamber of Commerce and Board of Directors and Hunger Resource Network. Subscribe, leave a review and follow us on social media…Join us next Wednesday for another episode of Help! Nobody Told Me… Hosts: Shannon Johnson sjohnson@bhhschicago.com Jasmine Shapiro jshapiro@bhhschicago.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shannonandjasmine/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shannonandjasmine Website: https://shannonandjasmine.bhhschicago.com/ Links: https://www.hungerresourcenetwork.org/ rgreenswag@fgcclaw.com Produced by: Dave Couto with Bright Vox Audio Edited by: Michael Collins #realestate #shannonandjasminehomes #bhhs_chicago #bhhschicago_lakeforest #seniorresourceteam #helpnobodytoldme #hungerresourcenetwork #foodbank #thanksgivingdonations #stophunger #feedthehungry #housingadvocacy #hungeradvocacy #poverty #habitatforhumanity #foodinsecurity #lakecounty #PADS

  • Aug 20, 2025 · 22 min

    Why Personalized Care Matters in Today's Healthcare

    Dr. Jessica Marabella is a board-certified family medicine physician and the founder of Blossom Family Medicine, a concierge medical practice located in Arlington Heights, Illinois. With a passion for building long-term, personalized relationships with her patients, Dr. Marabella focuses on preventative health, obesity medicine, and women’s health. Through her concierge model, she is able to offer longer visits, same-day appointments, and truly individualized care—all in a welcoming, unhurried environment. Dr. Marabella is committed to helping her patients thrive by blending evidence-based medicine with a compassionate, whole-person approach. Subscribe, leave a review and follow us on social media…Join us next Wednesday for another episode of Help! Nobody Told Me… Hosts: Shannon Johnson sjohnson@bhhschicago.com Jasmine Shapiro jshapiro@bhhschicago.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shannonandjasmine/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shannonandjasmine Website: https://shannonandjasmine.bhhschicago.com/ Links: https://www.blossomfamilymed.com/ https://www.instagram.com/blossomfamilymed Produced by: Dave Couto with Bright Vox Audio Edited by: Michael Collins #realestate #shannonandjasminehomes #bhhs_chicago #bhhschicago_lakeforest #seniorresourceteam #helpnobodytoldme #seniorservices #conciergemedicine #blossomfamilymed #compassionatecare #familymedicine #wholepersonapproach #preventativecare #personalizedmedicalcare

  • Aug 13, 2025 · 18 min

    Discover Life-Enriching Recreation for Seniors and People with with Mobility Challenges

    The Maine-Niles Association of Special Recreation (M-NASR) is an extension of 7 park districts in the northwest suburbs of Chicago and provides recreation programming and services all for individuals with disabilities within those seven park districts. Formed in 1972, and the second special recreation association in the state, M-NASR’s mission is to provide individuals with disabilities access to meaningful and life-enriching recreation and leisure opportunities. Trisha Breitlow, Executive Director of M-NASR has been in the field since 1999 and at M-NASR for six years. She has her degree in Therapeutic Recreation and is a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) and Certified Parks and Recreation Executive (CPRE). Subscribe, leave a review and follow us on social media…Join us next Wednesday for another episode of Help! Nobody Told Me… Hosts: Shannon Johnson sjohnson@bhhschicago.com Jasmine Shapiro jshapiro@bhhschicago.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shannonandjasmine/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shannonandjasmine Website: https://shannonandjasmine.bhhschicago.com/ Links: https://mnasr.org/ Produced by: Dave Couto with Bright Vox Audio Edited by: Michael Collins #realestate #shannonandjasminehomes #bhhs_chicago #bhhschicago_lakeforest #seniorresourceteam #helpnobodytoldme #seniorservices #disabilityaccess #adaptiverecreation #inclusiverecreation #therapeuticrecreation

  • Aug 6, 2025 · 26 min

    Align Your Spine

    Dr. Gregg Gerstin is the lead chiropractor at Align Wellness Center, in Northbrook, Il. He has been providing chiropractic care for the north shore of Chicagoland for over 23 years and is Advanced Certified in Chiropractic Biophysics (CBP). He received his bachelor’s from the University of Michigan in kinesiology where he also worked with the athletic teams as a student athletic trainer. His passion for helping spinal deformities and figuring out the blockage that prevents people from healing and developing their health has caused him to become a Scolibrace provider, a true three-dimensional solution for spinal deformities for scoliosis, hyper-kyphosis, and advanced spinal issues. However, he prefers to help find these deformities early. He works with patients from as young as one day old to as old as 99, helping them to remove the blockages in their health and achieve optimal health and wellness Subscribe, leave a review and follow us on social media…Join us next Wednesday for another episode of Help! Nobody Told Me… Hosts: Shannon Johnson sjohnson@bhhschicago.com Jasmine Shapiro jshapiro@bhhschicago.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shannonandjasmine/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shannonandjasmine Website: https://shannonandjasmine.bhhschicago.com/ Links: https://www.facebook.com/northbrookchiropractor https://www.instagram.com/northbrookchiropractor/ https://www.youtube.com/alignwc https://alignwc.com/ info@alignwc.com Produced by: Dave Couto with Bright Vox Audio Edited by: Michael Collins #realestate #shannonandjasminehomes #bhhs_chicago #bhhschicago_lakeforest #seniorresourceteam #helpnobodytoldme #seniorservices #alignyourspine #chiropracticcare #ChiropracticBiophysics #universityofmichigan #kinesiology #Scolibrace #optimalhealthandwellness

  • Jul 30, 2025 · 26 min

    Thoughtful Donations

    Sharon Kaczmarek has been a volunteer at Village Treasure House for the past 6 years and a manager for the past 2. Sharon found the organization when she was editing a family member’s estate locally in 2017. She Googled resale shops for furniture, dropped off the approved items and the rest is history. Sharon’s background includes production scheduling at a manufacturing plant and inventory management for a parts distributor. Of course, a mother who dealt with antiques for over 40 years played a major role in understanding where to hunt for information. Collecting and understanding the importance of finding the next best home for an item is understandable and a major reason for not “letting go.” Subscribe, leave a review and follow us on social media…Join us next Wednesday for another episode of Help! Nobody Told Me… Hosts: Shannon Johnson sjohnson@bhhschicago.com Jasmine Shapiro jshapiro@bhhschicago.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shannonandjasmine/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shannonandjasmine Website: https://shannonandjasmine.bhhschicago.com/ Links: https://shop.villagetreasurehouse.org/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/villagetreasurehouse1460/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/VillageTreasureHouse Produced by: Dave Couto with Bright Vox Audio Edited by: Michael Collins #realestate #shannonandjasminehomes #bhhs_chicago #bhhschicago_lakeforest #seniorresourceteam #helpnobodytoldme #seniorservices #vilagetreasurehouse #thoughtfuldonations #furnituredonations #lettinggoofstuff #twoboxesaweek

  • Jul 23, 2025 · 30 min

    Chef For Seniors

    Julie Ratowitz is a private chef and owner of Chefs for Seniors North Shore Chicago. A modern approach to in-home cooking for those looking for healthy, delicious meals. Julie helps seniors handle nutrition as they age as well as the difficulty of shopping and preparing meals. Subscribe, leave a review and follow us on social media…Join us next Wednesday for another episode of Help! Nobody Told Me… Hosts: Shannon Johnson sjohnson@bhhschicago.com Jasmine Shapiro jshapiro@bhhschicago.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shannonandjasmine/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shannonandjasmine Website: https://shannonandjasmine.bhhschicago.com/ Links: https://chefsforseniors.com/ Julie.ratowitz@chefsforseniors.com Produced by: Dave Couto with Bright Vox Audio Edited by: Michael Collins #realestate #shannonandjasminehomes #bhhs_chicago #bhhschicago_lakeforest #seniorresourceteam #helpnobodytoldme #seniorservices #chefsforseniors #chefsforseniorsnorthshore #nutritionforseniors #privatechef #mealsforseniors #personalizedmealsforseniors #customizedmealsforseniors #chicagonorthshore

  • Jul 16, 2025 · 34 min

    A Personal Rabbi with Comfort and Compassion

    Rabbi-Cantor Nancy Landsman is a graduate of NIU (Social Work/Gerontology). In her senior year of college, her own synagogue hired her to serve as their cantorial soloist for one year, which resulted in an amazing cantorial career of 33 years before beginning her rabbinic studies in 2012. Also in 2012, Congregation Ahavat Olam (a reform congregation) was formed with Nancy as their spiritual leader. Rabbi-Cantor Nancy Landsman was ordained as Rabbi in 2016. Returning to her love for seniors and helping people, she also took courses in CPE (Clinical Pastoral Education) and has been volunteering weekly at Advocate Lutheran General Hospital as a chaplain for the past 10 years. Rabbi Nancy Also does weekly hospice volunteer work for JourneyCare. Throughout the Chicagoland area, she has been called Rabbi Nancy, and known as “Your Personal Rabbi.” Rabbi Nancy is in high demand - she officiates over 100 funerals a year, countless B’nai Mitzvah private services and weddings (including interfaith and same sex ceremonies). She also provides private tutoring and counseling. Individuals and families benefit from the comfort and compassion that Rabbi Nancy provides. Subscribe, leave a review and follow us on social media…Join us next Wednesday for another episode of Help! Nobody Told Me… Hosts: Shannon Johnson sjohnson@bhhschicago.com Jasmine Shapiro jshapiro@bhhschicago.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shannonandjasmine/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shannonandjasmine Website: https://shannonandjasmine.bhhschicago.com/ Links: https://rabbinancylandsman.com/ rabbi@CongregationAhavatOlam.com NDLandsman@gmail.com https://congregationahavatolam.com/ Produced by: Dave Couto with Bright Vox Audio Edited by: Michael Collins #realestate #shannonandjasminehomes #bhhs_chicago #bhhschicago_lakeforest #seniorresourceteam #helpnobodytoldme #seniorservices #rabbinancy #personalrabbi #CongregationAhavatOlam #yourpersonalrabbi

  • Jul 9, 2025 · 26 min

    Rent-A-Son

    Michael Giese, owner, Rent-A-Son is a handyman and has been in the business since 1996. He has been in many people’s homes over the years. He takes care of their homes and probably should get his therapist license as well. Customers often tell him their stories and he simply listens, because he understands that they may a little work to be completed. But, l importantly, they crave a compassionate listener, a friend, a son…. Subscribe, leave a review and follow us on social media…Join us next Wednesday for another episode of Help! Nobody Told Me… Hosts: Shannon Johnson sjohnson@bhhschicago.com Jasmine Shapiro jshapiro@bhhschicago.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shannonandjasmine/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shannonandjasmine Website: https://shannonandjasmine.bhhschicago.com/ Links: 847-878-6763 fixitrentason@gmail.com www.OriginalRent-A-Son.com Produced by: Dave Couto with Bright Vox Audio Edited by: Michael Collins

  • Jul 2, 2025 · 35 min

    Mental Health Family Support

    Bonnie Lane works with individuals and families responsible for a loved one aged 14-55 that struggles with a serious mental illness and/or substance use disorder, with or without autism, by providing full wrap around services across the country. Bonnie serves on multiple mental health and legislative boards supporting the mental health community Subscribe, leave a review and follow us on social media…Join us next Wednesday for another episode of Help! Nobody Told Me… Hosts: Shannon Johnson sjohnson@bhhschicago.com Jasmine Shapiro jshapiro@bhhschicago.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shannonandjasmine/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shannonandjasmine Website: https://shannonandjasmine.bhhschicago.com/ Links: https://thefamilysupportservices.com/ bonnielane@thefamilysupportservices.com 847-651-1554 Produced by: Dave Couto with Bright Vox Audio Edited by: Michael Collins

  • Jun 25, 2025 · 27 min

    Safe Travels for Everyone

    Rick Rosenfeld is a travel consultant focused on creating culture immersions in more than 100 countries around the world – the further afield the better! Rick’s clients have travelled to all 7 continents and have so many amazing stories of the places they have been and the people they have met. His background also includes travel risk management, and can share tips on how to prepare and stay safe when overseas. Subscribe, leave a review and follow us on social media…Join us next Wednesday for another episode of Help! Nobody Told Me… Hosts: Shannon Johnson sjohnson@bhhschicago.com Jasmine Shapiro jshapiro@bhhschicago.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shannonandjasmine/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shannonandjasmine Website: https://shannonandjasmine.bhhschicago.com/ Links: 847-969-5757 rick@journeysoftly.com https://journeysoftly.com/ Produced by: Dave Couto with Bright Vox Audio Edited by: Michael Collins

  • Jun 18, 2025 · 30 min

    Grace, Dignity and Firstlight Home Care

    Caleb brings over 15 years of caregiving experience, beginning in his teenage years when he cared for members of his own family. What started as a personal responsibility has since grown into a lifelong passion and career. Today, he is the owner and operator of First Light Home Care, where his leadership has driven year-over-year growth of 30%—a trajectory that is expected to continue. In addition to his commitment to serving seniors and veterans in his community, Caleb is also a proud father to his five-year-old daughter, Finnley Rose. Subscribe, leave a review and follow us on social media…Join us next Wednesday for another episode of Help! Nobody Told Me… Hosts: Shannon Johnson sjohnson@bhhschicago.com Jasmine Shapiro jshapiro@bhhschicago.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shannonandjasmine/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shannonandjasmine Website: https://shannonandjasmine.bhhschicago.com/ Links: https://www.firstlighthomecare.com/home-healthcare-kenosha/ https://www.firstlighthomecare.com/home-healthcare-north-chicago-deerfield-lake-forest/home-care-services/#specialty-care______ Produced by: Dave Couto with Bright Vox Audio Edited by: Michael Collins

  • Jun 11, 2025 · 28 min

    The Sweet Truth About Honey and Wellness

    Anita Todorovic is a beekeeper and fitness enthusiast. She is the owner of The Honey House where they produce and harvest local honey, loose leaf teas and other canned goods. She is also co-owner of Healthy & Wealthy Place providing financial services and fitness services to do just that, get you healthy & wealthy. In this episode Anita discusses health and wellness in relation to nature and our own bodies. Subscribe, leave a review and follow us on social media…Join us next Wednesday for another episode of Help! Nobody Told Me… Hosts: Shannon Johnson sjohnson@bhhschicago.com Jasmine Shapiro jshapiro@bhhschicago.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shannonandjasmine/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shannonandjasmine Website: https://shannonandjasmine.bhhschicago.com/ Links: https://honeyhouseab.com/ https://healthyandwealthyplace.com/ honeyhouseab@gmail.com Produced by: Dave Couto with Bright Vox Audio Edited by: Michael Collins

  • Jun 4, 2025 · 27 min

    How Movement is Connected to Emotions

    Erica Hornthal is a board-certified dance/movement therapist, clinical counselor, and author. She is the CEO of Chicago Dance Therapy, established in 2011. Erica is passionate about using movement to support emotional wellbeing and works with clients of all ages and abilities in utilizing body awareness, movement, and dance to improve mental health. Subscribe, leave a review and follow us on social media…Join us next Wednesday for another episode of Help! Nobody Told Me… Hosts: Shannon Johnson sjohnson@bhhschicago.com Jasmine Shapiro jshapiro@bhhschicago.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shannonandjasmine/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shannonandjasmine Website: https://shannonandjasmine.bhhschicago.com/ Links: https://www.ericahornthal.com/ https://www.instagram.com/the.therapist.who.moves.you/ erica@hornthal.com Produced by: Dave Couto with Bright Vox Audio Edited by: Michael Collins