Keynote speaker, caregiving expert, and Master Certified Health and Wellness Coach. Family caregiver — and care recipient — turned Amazon #1 bestselling author of Still, I Rise: A Guide to Navigating the Caregiver Journey.
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“Vachal's suggestions make this book extraordinarily practical.” — Lori Doyle
Keynotes, workshops, and wellness programs that meet caregivers where they are — and move organizations to act.
Melody Vachal cared for her son for three decades while building a clinical career supporting families — then a car accident left her temporarily paralysed and dependent on a caregiver herself. She speaks from both seats, which is why her sessions land with audiences who have already heard the usual self-care talk.
M.S., CCC-SLP speech-language pathologist · Master Certified Health & Wellness Coach · 30+ years a family caregiver · Amazon #1 bestselling author
Keynotes · workshops · panels · corporate wellness programs
Melody speaks to healthcare and human services conferences, employers, and caregiver support groups — on burnout in the caring professions, on what caregiving quietly costs a workforce, and on what two decades of giving care did not teach her that months of receiving it did.
Recent stages include the ServiceNet Shared Living & AFC Conference and Next Monday’s Women of Influence Summit.
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Still, I Rise: A Guide to Navigating the Caregiver Journey
The long version of the talk: her story from both sides, plus journal prompts and small daily practices built for caregivers who do not have a free hour, a quiet house, or a spare weekend.
Amazon #1 bestseller · 4.8 stars · paperback, Kindle and audiobook
About the bookConversations about caregiving, burnout, and what employers miss about the people carrying care at home.
Mindful leadership and authentic communication strategies
Melody joins host Jamie J for a conversation about caring for her son over three decades, the accident that put her on the receiving end of care, and what she learned about asking for help before you are forced to.
Navigating the caregiver journey with practical wellness strategies
Melody shares her powerful experiences on both sides of caregiving as a primary caregiver to her son with special needs and as a care recipient after a serious car accident. She provides practical advice on creating the mental, emotional, and physical spaces caregivers need to show up as their best selves for those who rely on them.
Melody’s keynote presentations draw deeply from her personal caregiving journey, including a life-changing car accident that reshaped her understanding of self-care. Her talks are designed to inspire and empower caregivers with practical advice on:
Work-life balance
Caregiver wellness and stress
management
Strategies to prevent burnout
These talks provide actionable takeaways that leave audiences feeling seen, supported, and uplifted.
Invest in your team's wellness journey with evidence-based programs that deliver measurable results. Melody's comprehensive approach creates lasting positive change, driving both employee satisfaction and organizational success.
Looking for a speaker on caregiving, self-care and resilience for your next event? I would love to hear from you. Every talk is shaped to your audience and what they are carrying.
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