Toula Wootan is a dynamic pioneer, dedicated to the mission of "caring for the caregiver." She is on the forefront of caregiver issues. In 2008 Toula founded the Caregiver Coalition of Northeast Florida, an influential partnership of private public and non-profit organizations and individuals working together to positively impact the quality of life for caregivers. With the goal of assisting and encouraging caregivers in this rewarding role, Toula began hosting a live weekly radio show, "Toula's Tips for Caregivers: HELP IS ON THE AIR" in 2010. 

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In May 2013, Total and her radio show, "Toula's Tips for Caregivers," won the "Caregiver Friendly Award" in the Media category from Caregiver.com, publisher of Today's Caregiver Magazine. Toula was recognized in 2014 by The Florida Association of Aging Services Providers with the Minotty Eye Foundation Best Direct Service Provider Award. The annual award recognizes people who positively impact the lives of Florida seniors. She also received the Delores Barr Weaver Elder Advocate Award in 2016 for her extensive reach inspiring caregivers, and her radio show. 

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Toula is an outstanding role model for caregivers through her tireless advocacy on their behalf, and by example through her own personal caregiving role. She brings a unique, personal brand of energy, clarity of purpose and tireless devotion to the issues of caregiving for caregivers. In doing so, she helps caregivers to realize that they are not alone and that there are others ready and willing to help.