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    The Moth
    The Moth Podcast: A Place at the Family Table

    The Moth

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2025 55:08


    In this hour, finding one's place among family. Caregivers, care recipients, and stewards of cremains. This episode is hosted by Moth Artistic Director Catherine Burns. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media. Storytellers: After her sari ceremony and debutante ball, Swapna Kakani realizes what coming of age really means. Roz Chast isn't sure where to lay her parents to rest. Zellia Enjoli Tatiana's role of "older sister" gets put to the test. Adam Wade is an awkward teen who spends every weekend with his adoring grandma and her sister. Podcast # 749 To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Joni and Friends Radio
    Secret to Sustaining

    Joni and Friends Radio

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2025 4:00


    Hear Joni's thoughts on fear in this video.Also, click here to receive today's free gift on the Radio Page: Breaking the Bonds of Fear – A great resource for those who suffer from fear, stress, and anxiety. Take courage, and learn what the Bible says about a different type of fear: “fear of the Lord.” Use the coupon code: RADIOGIFT for free shipping!*Limit one copy per person* --------Thank you for listening! Your support of Joni and Friends helps make this show possible. Joni and Friends envisions a world where every person with a disability finds hope, dignity, and their place in the body of Christ. Become part of the global movement today at www.joniandfriends.org. Find more encouragement on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube.

    OffScrip with Matthew Zachary
    LEAD EP1: The Monster in the Walls

    OffScrip with Matthew Zachary

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2025 22:39


    A mysterious dust fills a young family's apartment. The truth begins to unravel when the mother gets a call from the pediatrician - the monster deep within the walls has been unleashed. LEAD how this story ends is up to us is a true story written and produced by Shannon Burkett. Co-produced by Jenny Maguire. Directed by Alan Taylor. Starring Merritt Wever, Alessandro Nivola, Cynthia Nixon, and Cooper Burkett. EP1 features Zak Orth, Jenny Maguire, Daphne Gaines, and Micheal Gaston. Music by Peter Salett. Sound Design by Andy Kris. Recording Engineer Krissopher Chevannes. Casting by Alaine Alldaffer and Lisa Donadio.For corresponding visuals and more information on how to protect children from lead exposure please go to https://endleadpoisoning.org.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    All Home Care Matters
    Conscious Caregiving with L & L "Holistic Wellness & Seniors"

    All Home Care Matters

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2025 78:35


    Conscious Caregiving with L & L is "Tackling the Tough Conversations."   The topic of this episode is "Holistic Wellness & Seniors" featuring hosts Lori La Bey and Lance A. Slatton with guest, Dr. Shawn A. Weiss, PT, DPT, CDP, CADDCT, FPS.   About Dr. Shawn A. Weiss, PT, DPT, CDP, CADDCT, FPS:   Dr. Weiss is a powerhouse speaker, renowned Doctor of Physical Therapy, and Health Strategist with over 27 years of clinical mastery across the healthcare spectrum. A former healthcare executive turned visionary founder of The Senior Health and Wellness Group and Rockstar Health, Dr. Weiss has become a trusted voice for transformative aging.   She doesn't just speak about wellness—she lives it, igniting stages and lives with her bold mission: to help individuals reclaim their energy, restore their health, and rise stronger through life's hardest seasons. Her approach is unapologetically holistic, grounded in science, and driven by purpose. In her electrifying keynote, “Strong Body. Sharp Mind. Bold Spirit: Aging Doesn't Mean Slowing Down,” Dr. Weiss fuses clinical precision with lived wisdom, unlocking a new narrative around aging—one that's vibrant, powerful, and full of possibility.   Just Look Up—Your Health. Your Power. Your Comeback.   Conscious Caregiving with L & L is hosted by Lori La Bey & Lance A. Slatton.   Visit the Official Website for Conscious Caregiving with L & L: https://consciouscaregivingll.com/

    Next Step Leadership
    Interview with Peter Rosenberger, Part 1 - Season 5, Episode 22

    Next Step Leadership

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2025 24:44


    Few conversations on Next Step Leadership have been as honest, funny, serious, and inspiring as this week's episode. Chris and Tracy cherished both of their conversations with Peter Rosenberger—and they believe you will too. Peter has a remarkable ability to be both hilarious and convicting in the same moment. As the longtime caregiver for his wife Gracie—who has endured nearly one hundred surgeries—Peter knows the deep realities of pain, perseverance, and love. He's also an author, musician, songwriter, and host of the podcast Hope for Caregivers. He understands medical bills, disappointments, and ongoing stress—but he lives to serve those who serve others. His compassion shines through in every word he speaks and writes.What can we learn from Peter's decades of walking through suffering with Gracie? How do we care well when everything seems to be going wrong? What wounds in the lives of those we love remain unhealed? In this powerful conversation, Peter reminds us that God continues to teach us—right in the middle of whatever we're experiencing.https://peterrosenberger.com/

    Sh!t That Goes On In Our Heads
    Beth and Noel's Mental Health Journey – Part 2: The Caregiver's Perspective

    Sh!t That Goes On In Our Heads

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2025 25:27


    *** Trigger Warning: *** This episode contains discussions of suicidal ideation, overdose, caregiver burnout, and mental health crisis response. Listener discretion is advised. If these topics are distressing, please consider skipping this episode or listening with someone you trust. This is Part 2 of our conversation with Beth and Noel, continuing one of the most personal and powerful stories ever shared on Sh!t That Goes On In Our Heads. In this episode, we focus on Noel's experience as a caregiver, from crisis preparation to emotional exhaustion, and everything in between. Our podcast is proud to be a 2024 People's Choice Podcast Award Winner for Health and the 2024 Women in Podcasting Best Mental Health Podcast. With over 2 million downloads, we're deeply committed to keeping mental health real, raw, and accessible. We've been nominated again for the 2025 People's Choice Podcast Awards — in both the Adam Curry Legacy and Health categories.

    UK Health Radio Podcast
    109: Confessions of a Reluctant Caregiver with JJ Elliott Hill, Natalie Elliott Handy & Emilie Elliott - Episode 109

    UK Health Radio Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2025 45:40


    Episode 109 - Licia Thompson shares her journey of caregiving, career transformation, and personal growth while balancing family, work, and self-care. Disclaimer: Please note that all information and content on the UK Health Radio Network, all its radio broadcasts and podcasts are provided by the authors, producers, presenters and companies themselves and is only intended as additional information to your general knowledge. As a service to our listeners/readers our programs/content are for general information and entertainment only.  The UK Health Radio Network does not recommend, endorse, or object to the views, products or topics expressed or discussed by show hosts or their guests, authors and interviewees.  We suggest you always consult with your own professional – personal, medical, financial or legal advisor. So please do not delay or disregard any professional – personal, medical, financial or legal advice received due to something you have heard or read on the UK Health Radio Network.

    Hope for the Caregiver
    Jay Leno: Caregiving, Comedy, and The Test of Mettle

    Hope for the Caregiver

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2025 26:45


    “I never really quite knew what the definition of love is… I think it comes down to tests like this.” - Jay Leno on Hope for the Caregiver That matter-of-fact statement from Jay Leno to me on my radio program stayed with me long after the conversation ended. In a deeply personal and unexpectedly poignant conversation, Jay opened up about caring for his beloved wife, Mavis, whose health challenges have brought him into the caregiving world. Their 45-year marriage—marked by shared laughter, mutual admiration, and now, caregiving—has entered a new chapter, and Jay is showing up daily with humor, humility, and tenderness.   From finding the absurd in shoe shopping to using flashcards of old photos to spark memories, Jay shares the little victories that keep him grounded. “Maybe it's my imagination,” he said, “but she's remembering things she didn't three or four months ago.” He spoke candidly about what caregiving has taught him about love, sacrifice, and what it means to be a man. This wasn't late-night monologue material. This was a man facing the hard part of the vow—“for worse”—and decided to stay in the room. And through it all, he's still telling jokes, still hitting the road on weekends, and still looking for ways to bring joy to others—whether in a packed auditorium or caring for the woman he loves. Jay Leno made millions laugh. But in this conversation, he'll make you think—about love, commitment, and what it means to keep showing up. PeterRosenberger.com Available wherever books are sold 08/20/2025    

    1080 KYMN Radio - Northfield Minnesota
    Anika Rychner & Anjelica Linder discuss Runway Revival 2025, 7-30-25

    1080 KYMN Radio - Northfield Minnesota

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2025


    Anika Rychner and Anjelica Linder talk about the annual fundraiser for the Community Action Center, Runway Revival. The event is being held Thursday, August 21st from 6-9pm at the Weitz Center for Creativity. Buy Tickets HERE

    1080 KYMN Radio - Northfield Minnesota
    Mayor Erica Zweifel and Jack Butler discuss GreenCorps, 7-30-25

    1080 KYMN Radio - Northfield Minnesota

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2025


    Northfield Mayor Erica Zweifel introduces Rice County’s GreenCorps member Jack Butler, and discusses the mission of Minnesota GreenCorps.

    All Home Care Matters
    The Team Behind the Film "No Country for Old People" Streaming August 1st, 2025 on Amazon

    All Home Care Matters

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2025 42:49


    All Home Care Matters and our host, Lance A. Slatton were honored to welcome back the team behind the film "No Country for Old People"   About "No Country for Old People":   A filmmaker chronicles her mother's last 6 months in a 5-star nursing home exposing what is a national systemic, deadly, profit-over-people business model. No Country For Old People; a Nursing Home Exposé is a scorching documentary posed to set the long-term care industry, policy makers, and the country ablaze. Shining a much-needed light on what is truly a national human emergency.   No Country for Old People; a Nursing Home Exposé is a 3-part documentary that exposes the dark realities of neglect and abuse in nursing homes and throughout U.S. long-term care industry.   The film answers four questions: What happens. 2. How does it happen? 3. Why does it happen? 4. And how do we fix it?   The film highlights a systemic crisis - the result of corporate greed - that has been taking a devastating human toll within the walls of our nation's long-term care facilities for decades.   The film weaves personal loss with journalistic rigor, exposing a pattern of abuse that is enabled by profit-first models that include chronic understaffing, undertraining, and financial exploitation.   PERSONAL STORIES AND EMOTIONAL IMPACT:   The filmmaker's own experience with her mother along with other emotional testimonies emphasize the human cost of systemic failure and illustrate the severe consequences of poor nursing home care.   The film is both deeply personal and widely resonant — amplifying voices too often silenced and inviting viewers to confront uncomfortable truths about aging, policy, and accountability in America.   About Susie Singer Carter:   Susie Singer Carter is a multi-award-winning, Oscar qualified filmmaker, writer, director, producer, actor, podcast producer, host, and Caregiver Advocate. She is best known for writing, directing, and producing the 2018 Oscar qualified short film, My Mom and The Girl starring Valerie Harper in her final performance, writing and producing “Bratz the Movie” for Lionsgate, and co-producing “Soul Surfer” for Sony.   Susie also produces and hosts the podcast Love Conquers Alz – awarded BEST PODCAST 2020 by New Media Film Festival and is #4 on Feedspots' 2022 25 Best Alzheimer's Podcasts list. Susie is also the co-creator, co-writer, co-star, and director of the outrageous horror/comedy narrative podcast I Love Lucifer, nominated Best Audio Fiction 2023 by Indie Series Awards.   Susie wrote the screenplay, “RUN”, based on the book “Plain Jane” and is attached to direct in spring 2024. She is currently writing, producing, and directing a docuseries, No Country For Old People, which centers on the Nursing Home Neglect and the systemic healthcare crisis responsible for it. She is also a host of the Writers Guild of America West's 3rd & Fairfax Podcast.   About Rick Mountcastle:   Mr. Mountcastle is the former United States Attorney for the Western District of Virginia (2017-2018) and is a retired award-winning federal and state prosecutor. He led the prosecution of Purdue Pharma for fraudulently marketing OxyContin, as portrayed in the Emmy-nominated limited miniseries "Dopesick" (streaming on Hulu).   He also led the criminal and civil prosecution of Abbott Laboratories for fraudulently marketing the anti-epileptic, Depakote, for use as a chemical restraint for dementia patients in nursing homes, resulting in Abbott's guilty plea to a felony and payment of $1.5 billion, at the time the largest penalty against a pharmaceutical company for misconduct related to a single drug.   Mr. Mountcastle spent his career prosecuting healthcare companies and executives who exploited vulnerable patients for profit, and brings his passion to change a system that allows such exploitation to this project.   About Don Priess:   For over two decades, Don Priess has shunned sleep in order to become a highly sought-after, award winning writer, producer, director and editor. He co-founded Modern Media, now one of the top marketing and infomercial production companies in the world.   After six years and hundreds of TV and radio commercials, Don decided to spread his wings and since his credits include projects for CBS/Dic Entertainment, Nickelodeon, Buena Vista, American Movie Classics, Lifetime, Hanna-Barbera, Playboy Entertainment and more.   While continuing to work on a wide variety of entertainment projects, Don teamed with the highly energetic and talented Susie Singer Carter as part of Go Girl Media. Together they were the writers and Co-Executive Producers of two series for CBS, “CAKE” and “DANCE REVOLUTION”, SURVIVING HAWKING, and “SILVER LININGS” for Fox Television Studios.

    Jesus Calling: Stories of Faith
    [JESUS LISTENS MONTHLY SERIES] Prayers for the Caregiver: Jessica Ronne

    Jesus Calling: Stories of Faith

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2025 9:08


    On this episode of Jesus Listens: Stories of Prayer, we’ll hear from special needs mom and caregiver Jessica Ronne, who shares about life with her son Lucas. After finding out her yet-to-be born son had a stroke in utero, Jessica faced the reality of caring for a child with profound disabilities. On top of this, her husband would be diagnosed with brain cancer, and ultimately would pass away. Alone with four children to raise, Jessica recounts her survival story, and how her understanding of the needs of caretakers and those they care for led her to start her nonprofit, The Lucas Project. Guest’s Links Jessica Ronne’s Facebook: @jessronneofficial Jessica Ronne’s Instagram: @jessplusthemess Watch this interview on our YouTube channel! https://bit.ly/447S4CS ________________________ Connect with Jesus Calling Instagram Facebook Twitter Pinterest YouTube Jesus Calling Website TikTok *Episode produced by Four Eyes Media* Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

    OffScrip with Matthew Zachary
    Meet My Grief: Notes from an Orphaned Teen

    OffScrip with Matthew Zachary

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2025 43:41


    Lexi Silver is 15 years old. She lost both of her parents before she turned 11. That should tell you enough—but it doesn't. Because Lexi isn't here for your pity. She's not a sob story. She's not a trauma statistic. She's a writer, an advocate, and one of the most emotionally intelligent people you'll ever hear speak into a microphone.In this episode, Lexi breaks down what grief actually feels like when you're a kid and the adults around you just don't get it. She talks about losing her mom on Christmas morning, her dad nine months later, how the system let her down, and how Instagram trolls tell her she's faking it for attention. She also explains why she writes, what Experience Camps gave her, how she channels anger into poems, and what to say—and not say—to someone grieving.Her life isn't a Netflix drama. But it should be.And by the way, she's not “so strong.” She's just human. You'll never forget this conversation.RELATED LINKS• Lexi on Instagram: @meet.my.grief• Buy her book: The Girl Behind Grief's Shadow• Experience CampsFEEDBACKLike this episode? Rate and review Out of Patients on your favorite podcast platform. For guest suggestions or sponsorship inquiries, email podcast@matthewzachary.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Fading Memories: Alzheimer's Caregiver Support
    From Governor to Caregiver with Marty Schreiber

    Fading Memories: Alzheimer's Caregiver Support

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2025 53:34


    Former Wisconsin Governor and author of the insightful book, "My Two Elaines," Marty Schreiber, returns to the Fading Memories podcast to share his powerful personal experience as a caregiver for his wife Elaine throughout her nearly two-decade battle with Alzheimer's disease. This episode delves into the critical understanding that while Alzheimer's is terrible, ignorance of the disease is worse, emphasizing the vital need for knowledge and empathy in Alzheimer's care. Marty reflects on the evolution of his relationship with Elaine as her dementia progressed, highlighting the profound and necessary shift towards "joining her world." He discusses the importance of communication strategies for Alzheimer's, including the concept of "therapeutic fibbing," to enhance the quality of life for those living with memory loss.    In this heartfelt conversation about Alzheimer's caregiving, Marty also addresses: Practical advice on how to communicate with someone with Alzheimer's. The significance of caregiver self-care and overcoming the reluctance to ask for help. Finding moments of connection and joy amidst the challenges of caring for someone with Alzheimer's. Understanding the unique grief experienced by Alzheimer's caregivers. Guidance for new caregivers seeking to navigate the complexities of caring for a loved one with dementia. Marty also shares updates from the re-released "My Two Elaines," featuring new perspectives on the Alzheimer's journey. Join us for an episode filled with invaluable insights and compassionate guidance for anyone touched by Alzheimer's and the demanding role of dementia caregiving. Our Guest: Governor Martin Schreiber Marty Schreiber is a former Wisconsin Governor. Moreover, he authored "My Two Elaines." This book shares his caregiving journey. Specifically, it details his time with his wife Elaine. She lived with Alzheimer's. Marty offers profound insights. Furthermore, he emphasizes understanding the disease. He believes ignorance is worse. Consequently, he shares vital lessons. These help caregivers connect with loved ones. For instance, he discusses "joining their world." He also touches on "therapeutic fibbing." Ultimately, Marty's story offers hope. It provides practical guidance for navigating Alzheimer's. +++++++++++++++++ Related episodes: Caregiver Founders: Building Resources for Support Caregiver Struggles – A Supportive Alzheimer's Novel ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Sign Up for more Advice & Wisdom - email newsletter. Please help us keep our show going by supporting our sponsors. Thank you. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Make Your Brain Span Match Your LifeSpan Relevate from NeuroReserve With Relevate nutritional supplement, you get science-backed nutrition to help protect your brain power today and for years to come. You deserve a brain span that lasts as long as your lifespan. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Feeling overwhelmed? HelpTexts can be your pocket therapist. Going through a tough time? HelpTexts offers confidential support delivered straight to your phone via text message. Whether you're dealing with grief, caregiving stress, or just need a mental health boost, their expert-guided texts provide personalized tips and advice. Sign up for a year of support and get: Daily or twice-weekly texts tailored to your situation Actionable strategies to cope and move forward Support for those who care about you (optional) HelpTexts makes getting help easy and convenient. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ List of the Top 20 Alzheimer's Podcasts via FeedSpot! See where we rank. Join Fading Memories On Social Media! If you've enjoyed this episode, please share this podcast with other caregivers! You'll find us on social media at the following links. Instagram LinkedIn  Facebook Contact Jen at hello@fadingmemoriespodcast.com

    Sh!t That Goes On In Our Heads
    Beth and Noel's Mental Health Journey – Part 1: Surviving the Storm

    Sh!t That Goes On In Our Heads

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2025 38:55


    *** Trigger Warning: ***  This episode contains personal stories involving eating disorders, suicidal ideation, self-harm, and hospitalization for mental health crises. Listener discretion is advised. If these topics are triggering for you, please consider skipping this episode or listening with support. Welcome to Sh!t That Goes On In Our Heads, where we talk honestly about what mental health really looks like — messy, real, and deeply human. In this powerful two-part series, we sit down with Beth and Noel to hear their shared story of survival, love, and resilience. We are incredibly proud to share that Sh!t That Goes On In Our Heads is a 2024 People's Choice Podcast Award Winner for Health, and was named Best Mental Health Podcast by the 2024 Women in Podcasting Awards. With over 2 million downloads, we're honored to keep bringing conversations like this into the light. We're also nominated in two categories for the 2025 Podcast People's Choice Awards — the Adam Curry Legacy Category and the Health Category.

    Caregiver Connection Podcast
    Things I Wish You'd Know About Cancer Caregiving: To My Family

    Caregiver Connection Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2025 15:21


    To the families of cancer caregivers, this is what we need you to understand. When caregiving enters the picture, family dynamics shift in ways no one expects.  In this episode, Charlotte speaks directly to the family members who care but don't always know how to help. It's a vulnerable, eye-opening message about what caregiving really demands and how family can show up in ways that truly matter.  Caregivers, share it with your people. Let it say what you've been carrying in silence. Find your free Scanxiety Toolkit at https://www.cancercaregiverpodcast.com/tools

    Tango Alpha Lima Podcast
    Episode 274: How to overcome the broken veteran narrative with Kevin Schmiegel - Tango Alpha Lima

    Tango Alpha Lima Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2025 82:24


    250 years of the U.S. Army Chaplain Corps THE INTERVIEW Retired Marine Lt. Col. Kevin Schmiegel is helping fellow veterans to thrive instead of falling to the broken veteran narrative. Schmiegel, who previously founded Hiring Our Heroes, is now leading ZeroMils. Schmiegel shares how ZeroMills is breaking the broken veteran narrative by creating a military thriving movement. SCUTTLEBUTT Coast Guardsman on his first mission helped save 165 Texas flash flood victims Not-so-hot pursuit! Charleston, S.C. police chase a burglary suspect going 3 mph on a tractor excavator Special Guest: Kevin Schmiegel.

    1080 KYMN Radio - Northfield Minnesota
    Superintendent Dr. Matt Hillmann, 7-29-25

    1080 KYMN Radio - Northfield Minnesota

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2025


    Northfield Public School District Superintendent Dr. Matt Hillmann talks preparation for the upcoming school year, new high school Principal Chris Dibble, and goes over more topics from the most recent school board meeting.

    1080 KYMN Radio - Northfield Minnesota
    Dundas City Administrator Jenelle Teppen, 7-29-25

    1080 KYMN Radio - Northfield Minnesota

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2025


    Dundas City Administrator Jenelle Teppen discusses the July 28 City Council Meeting. Topics include upcoming maintenance projects in August, and the first draft of the 2026 General Fund Budget.

    1080 KYMN Radio - Northfield Minnesota
    Rice County Historical Society Executive Director Dave Nichols, 7-29-25

    1080 KYMN Radio - Northfield Minnesota

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2025


    Executive Director of the Rice County Historical Society Dave Nichols discusses the upcoming Vietnam War exhibit, other upcoming events, and the centennial anniversary of the historical society.

    1080 KYMN Radio - Northfield Minnesota
    On a Tangent – Justice, love language, and money 7/28/25

    1080 KYMN Radio - Northfield Minnesota

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2025


    Will Healy and Rob Ryden return with their own special brand of humor and music that is so good, you’ll wonder why you’ve never heard it. Today’s theme is money, the common good, Will’s upcoming birthday and how that translates through his love language.

    Summits Podcast
    Epi 91: Volunteerism and raising the next generation of cancer fighters with Lori Wheeler

    Summits Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2025 30:36


    In episode 91 of the Summits Podcast, co-hosts Vince Todd, Jr. and Daniel Abdallah are joined by long-time Heroes Foundation volunteer Lori Wheeler. Tune in as Lori shares the cancer stories that have shaped her family and how she is raising her children to make a difference in their communities.

    Clark County Today News
    Opinion: Harming workers one payroll tax at a time: WA Cares wants wages a caregiver needs to keep caregiving

    Clark County Today News

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2025 7:21


    Elizabeth New (Hovde) critiques Washington's WA Cares and PFML programs, arguing they impose harmful payroll taxes and burden workers, especially the self-employed. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-harming-workers-one-payroll-tax-at-a-time-wa-cares-wants-wages-a-caregiver-needs-to-keep-caregiving/ #WACares #PayrollTax #Opinion #WorkerRights #PFML #ElizabethNew #WashingtonPolicyCenter #WAState

    Chatting With Betsy
    HeroGeneration Empowers Caregivers with Technology

    Chatting With Betsy

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2025 45:20


    In this heartfelt interview, Betsy Wurzel talks with Nicole àBeckett, Founder and CEO of HeroGeneration, about how her personal caregiving journey inspired an AI-powered platform designed to support families during life's most challenging moments. Nicole shares how caring for her own parents led to creating HeroGeneration — a digital support system that offers 24/7 assistance, trusted resources, and a compassionate online community. Together, Betsy and Nicole dive into the struggles caregivers face after a diagnosis, when guidance is scarce and decisions feel overwhelming.

    Live Vedanta
    Achala (Steadiness)

    Live Vedanta

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2025 19:21


    In our self-development journey, the only way for one to grow from darkness or negativity, to the light or positivity is through achala (steadiness). In order for us to follow through on recognizing what is right, we need to create a clear and steady mind that is not overwhelmed but is instead inspired. In this season of Live Vedanta, we are sharing insights on Courageous Caregiving through Vibhishana Gita. These discourses are from our Parenting Culture community, a space for seekers striving to be better in their caregiving responsibilities through the practice of self-development. You can always catch up on the previous episode.For those on the journey of self-development, Chinmaya Mission Niagara provides a community forum to listen, reflect, and contemplate. Follow us on Instagram and Facebook for more updates about upcoming live workshops, courses, and more! Chinmaya Mission is an international non-profit organization working to transform individuals through the knowledge of Vedanta.

    The Caring Generation®
    Caregiver Strategies: Expert Tips to Combat Burnout and Navigate Care Experiences

    The Caring Generation®

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2025 28:35


    In this episode, Pamela D. Wilson, a caregiving expert, offers insights into the critical issue of caregiver burnout —a major concern for both family caregivers and professional caregivers in homes, communities, and nursing facilities. Discover the various aspects of caregiving that contribute to emotional and physical stress for caregivers, and how this stress can adversely affect the caregiving experience and care outcomes.Pamela shares actionable strategies for caregivers to manage and overcome these caregiving challenges effectively. Tune in to explore practical tips and caregiver support resources that prioritize your well-being while caring for your aging loved ones. Navigate your caregiving experience with insights from an expert who has dedicated over 25 years to developing effective care plans and support systems for caregivers.To find show transcripts and links mentioned in Episode 224 and other The Caring Generation podcasts, click here to visit Pamela's website: https://pameladwilson.com/caregiver-radio-programs-the-caring-generation/ For more caregiving, aging, and elder care tips, visit Pamela's website at www.PamelaDWilson.comLearn about Pamela D Wilson, her professional background, and her experience: https://pameladwilson.com/pamela-d-wilson-story/Are you interested in a 1:1 elder care consultation by telephone or video call with Pamela? Schedule time and learn more here: https://pameladwilson.com/elder-care-consultant-aging-parent-consultation-managing-senior-care-needs-meet-with-pamela-d-wilson/Sign up for Pamela's newsletter here: https://pameladwilson.com/contact/Join Pamela's Online Caregiver Support Group on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/thecaregivingtrap Follow Pamela on Social Media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pameladwilsoncaregivingexpert/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pameladwilsoncaregiverexpert/X: https://x.com/CaregivingSpeak

    Hope for the Caregiver
    From Prescriptions to Purpose

    Hope for the Caregiver

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2025 73:25


    As caregivers, we often pour out until there's nothing left—but what happens when the one collapsing is the caregiver herself? My longtime friend Nancy Comish joined me for a brutally honest conversation about her journey through caregiver burnout, medical overload, and physical decline. She was overmedicated, under-rested, and emotionally drowning. Her husband, Craig—who knows his way around a hospital system—raised the alarm. I echoed it later on her front porch. But Nancy made the call. She read the warnings on the prescriptions. She faced what those pills were doing to her. And then she did something most people don't: she changed. Nancy's story isn't about being rescued. It's about rescue through resolve. With courage, humor, and a clarity forged in pain, she chose life. She shed nearly 40 pounds, got off 15 medications, and took back her health and her soul. This is for every caregiver who's run out of gas and every loved one who doesn't know what to say. It's a story of conviction, love, tough truth—and the grace of starting again. “If you don't know what to say to a family caregiver, don't worry about it — I do!” - Peter Rosenberger A Caregiver's Companion - in bookstores 8/20/2025

    1080 KYMN Radio - Northfield Minnesota
    Ronica Roberson reviews upcoming events in the Entertainment Guide, 7-28-25

    1080 KYMN Radio - Northfield Minnesota

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2025


    Ronica Roberson, managing editor of the Entertainment Guide, highlights some of the upcoming events in the area.

    Caregiver SOS On Air
    Imaptience From Caregivers with Dasha Kiper

    Caregiver SOS On Air

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2025 27:00


    Dasha Kiper joins host Ron Aaron and co-host Carol Zernial to talk about impatience from caregivers on this edition of Caregiver SOS.

    Caregiver Crossing
    How to Find the Right Care Setting with Dave Holder

    Caregiver Crossing

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2025 36:05


    Dave Holder has walked alongside countless families facing some of the hardest decisions they'll ever make. In this episode, he shares what it really looks like to find the right care setting, what families need in those first conversations, and how to build trust when emotions are running high. Dave also reflects on his personal experience as a caregiver, why he believes in the power of community, and what made him say yes to joining the Joy's House board this fall.Show notes:www.Joyshouse.orghttps://visitcaregiverway.com/https://assistedlivinglocators.com/care-advisor/northindySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Talk of Iowa
    Memory care specialists share resources for caregivers and loved ones with dementia

    Talk of Iowa

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2025 48:01


    Whether you provide daily caregiving, participate in decision making, or simply care about a person with the disease, there are resources available.

    Creative Therapy Umbrella: The Podcast
    #123 – Parent & Caregiver Collaboration in Therapy: What It Looks Like & How to Do It

    Creative Therapy Umbrella: The Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2025


    Use the code Podcast10 to get 10% off any of our courses or resources in our shop! Watch this episode on Youtube! Check out the Simple Practice discount! In the second part of our series, we break down actionable strategies to integrate parents and caregivers into your sessions as co-therapists. From esteem-building and attunement to co-regulation and repair work, you'll get concrete interventions, scripts, and playful activities designed to strengthen the caregiver-child connection—both in and outside of session.

    What's Next for Women Podcast
    Lifting the Stigma: Men's Mental Health Through the Eyes of a Caregiver and Survivor

    What's Next for Women Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2025 62:42


    Welcome to a special episode of Table Talk with Pam. I'm your host, Pamela Stone, and today we're diving deep into a topic that doesn't get talked about enough: men's mental health. In this heartfelt and candid conversation, we're joined by Tanya Kelly—a resilient cancer survivor and ostomy advocate—as well as her husband, Robert Kelly, who has been her steadfast caregiver throughout an intense journey of illness, surgery, and recovery. Alongside them is Dushon Johnson, Executive Director of "At the Table," an organization supporting the health and wellness of women and girls, particularly those facing cancer. Together, we explore the emotional weight carried by male caregivers, the often-hidden struggles men face when supporting loved ones through health crises, and the critical importance of open communication, self-care, and support systems. Robert shares his personal experiences balancing caregiving for both his wife and his mother, how he leans on his close-knit group of friends, and why it's vital for men to acknowledge their feelings and seek help without shame. Tanya opens up about her own battle with depression, finding a sense of community, and the invaluable role her husband's support played in her recovery. If you or someone you care about is dealing with illness, caregiving, or mental health challenges, this episode offers real-world insights, strength, and reminders that you are not alone. Plus, we highlight practical local resources, the power of advocacy, and an upcoming celebration honoring women cancer survivors in Central Ohio. Grab your pen and paper—this episode is packed with inspiring stories, actionable advice, and plenty of reminders to celebrate the caregivers in your life. Let's get started. Stay connected: www.attrinc.org www.sheShift.com

    A Moment with Joni Eareckson Tada
    Two is Better Than One

    A Moment with Joni Eareckson Tada

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2025 1:00


    If you're a parent or caregiver of a child with a disability, surround yourself with people who get it. Visit joniandfriends.org and learn more about Family Retreats. -------- Thank you for listening! Your support of Joni and Friends helps make this show possible.     Joni and Friends envisions a world where every person with a disability finds hope, dignity, and their place in the body of Christ. Become part of the global movement today at www.joniandfriends.org   Find more encouragement on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube.

    The Teachers' Tribe Podcast
    TTT Ep064 - Kindergarten Readiness (A Guide for Parents and Caregivers)

    The Teachers' Tribe Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2025 15:12


    ✨ Starting kindergarten is a milestone for children—and an emotional shift for families. As a veteran teacher, I've seen how preparation at home helps kids thrive in school. In this podcast episode, I offer practical, teacher-tested tips on: ✅ Building routines ✅ Handling big feelings ✅ Practicing social skills ✅ Making learning playful

    1080 KYMN Radio - Northfield Minnesota
    ArtZany! Radio for the Imagination! Vintage Band Festival 2025

    1080 KYMN Radio - Northfield Minnesota

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2025


    Today in the ArtZany Radio studio Paula Granquist previews the next Vintage Band Festival with board members Paul Beck, Vicki Scott, and Randy Ferguson. The 2025 Vintage Band Festival in Northfield, MN will feature 13 hours of music and 11 bands! Vintage Band Festival vintagebandfestival.org Saturday, 2 August 2025 from 9AM – 10PM Bridge Square, Northfield, MN Family […]

    1080 KYMN Radio - Northfield Minnesota
    Spill the Beans – Book Club: Remarkably Bright Creatures, 7-24-25

    1080 KYMN Radio - Northfield Minnesota

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2025


    Today on Spill the Beans, Mox, Lindsay, Ashlee, and Ryan host their first book club installment in which they discuss the novel Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt.

    1080 KYMN Radio - Northfield Minnesota
    Erika Campbell and Joe Hargis from Northfield Shares, 7-25-25

    1080 KYMN Radio - Northfield Minnesota

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2025


    Northfield Shares board members Erika Campbell and Joe Hargis discuss the mission of Northfield Shares, the importance of their youth board members, and their current grant cycle.

    1080 KYMN Radio - Northfield Minnesota
    Tyler Powell from Northfield Area Family YMCA, 7-25-25

    1080 KYMN Radio - Northfield Minnesota

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2025


    Northfield Area Family YMCA CEO Tyler Powell discusses the YMCA’s mission and various opportunities and events occurring at the Y.

    All Home Care Matters
    Kitty Norton Director of "Wine, Women, & Dementia"

    All Home Care Matters

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2025 55:27


    All Home Care Matters and our host, Lance A. Slatton were honored to welcome Kitty Norton as guest to the show. About Kitty Norton: In 2016, Kitty Norton left her job as an NBC assistant editor in Los Angeles, for her hometown of Portland, Oregon, to walk, stumble, crawl with her dementia mother to death's door. While doing so, she authored the dementia caregiver blog Stumped Town Dementia, writing tales of dementia life which resonated deeply with readers around the world. When her mother, Gloria, moved on to her next adventure in March of 2021, Kitty created and directed the dementia family caregiver documentary Wine, Women, & Dementia, to celebrate family caregivers and let them know they are worthy of been seen, heard, and honored alongside their person living with dementia. About "Wine, Women, & Dementia": Wine, Women, & Dementia tells the tale of dementia life through the lens of these family caregivers who strive to accept the beauty and the brutality, the hilarious and the horrific - for themselves and their dementia person. And in a system that offers few resources or support, they find community, champion each other, and learn what it means to celebrate LIFE on the long road to death.

    Preparing For Tomorrow podcast
    Which kind of plan is right for me?

    Preparing For Tomorrow podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2025 16:25


    This week, we're describing who may consider different types of LTC planning strategies and why. Stand-alone/traditional LTC  vs. Hybrid Life/LTC vs. Hybrid Annuity/LTC. All provide tax-free benefits for extended care needs. Thank you to team for creating easy to understand documents that agents can share with their clients. Listen and consider which category of coverage can fit your needs and financial structure best and let's talk. Schedule a free consultation to learn more  

    UK Health Radio Podcast
    108: Confessions of a Reluctant Caregiver with JJ Elliott Hill, Natalie Elliott Handy & Emilie Elliott - Episode 108

    UK Health Radio Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2025 45:42


    Episode 108 - Erin Gaylean, a caregiver for her father and sister, shared insights on mindset, advocacy, and support, emphasising organised questions, gratitude, and therapy. Disclaimer: Please note that all information and content on the UK Health Radio Network, all its radio broadcasts and podcasts are provided by the authors, producers, presenters and companies themselves and is only intended as additional information to your general knowledge. As a service to our listeners/readers our programs/content are for general information and entertainment only.  The UK Health Radio Network does not recommend, endorse, or object to the views, products or topics expressed or discussed by show hosts or their guests, authors and interviewees.  We suggest you always consult with your own professional – personal, medical, financial or legal advisor. So please do not delay or disregard any professional – personal, medical, financial or legal advice received due to something you have heard or read on the UK Health Radio Network.

    OffScrip with Matthew Zachary
    The Cancer Fun House: Michele Andrews

    OffScrip with Matthew Zachary

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2025 41:39


    Michelle Andrews built a career inside the pharma machine long before anyone knew what “DTC” meant. She helped launch Rituxan and watched Allegra commercials teach America how to ask for pills by name. Then she landed in the cancer fun house herself, stage 4 breast cancer, and learned exactly how hollow all the “journey” slide decks feel when you're the one circling the drain.We talk about what happens when the insider becomes the customer, why pill organizers and wheat field brochures still piss her off, and how she fired doctors who couldn't handle her will to live. You'll hear about the dawn of pharma advertising, the pre-Google advocacy hustle, and what she wants every brand team to finally admit about patient experience.If you've ever wondered who decided windsurfing was the best way to sell allergy meds—or what happens when you stop caring if you make people uncomfortable—listen up.RELATED LINKSMichelle Andrews on LinkedInTrinity Life Sciences – Strategic AdvisoryJade Magazine – Ticking Time Bombs ArticleNIHCM Foundation – Breast Cancer StoryFEEDBACKLike this episode? Rate and review Out of Patients on your favorite podcast platform. For guest suggestions or sponsorship inquiries, email podcast@matthewzachary.com.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Parenting After Trauma with Robyn Gobbel
    EP 230: Rejection Sensitivity Dysphoria

    Parenting After Trauma with Robyn Gobbel

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2025 39:47


    Rejection Sensitivity Dysphoria (RSD) isn't about being overly sensitive. It's about a nervous system that experiences rejection as danger. In this episode, I explore RSD through the lens of relational neuroscience, attachment, memory, and regulation. Whether you see this in yourself or your child, this episode will help you understand why rejection feels so big, and what actually helps.In this episode, you'll learn:Why RSD reactions are so intense and how they're rooted in memory and nervous system statesHow attachment experiences shape our sensitivity to rejectionWhat actually helps when RSD shows up (for you or your child), including co-regulation and self-compassionResources mentioned in this podcast:Trauma, Memory, & Behavior: Part 1 {EP 90}The Neurobiology of Toxic Shame {EP 119}1% Better Is Enough. {EP 166}All Behavior Makes Sense {EP 198}Read the full transcript at:RobynGobbel.com/rejectivesensitivityProfessionals who work with parents of kids with big, baffling behaviors!Join us for Reframing Resistance: Supporting Parents and Caregivers thru the Lens of Relational Neuroscience.See the website for all details and to register!RobynGobbel.com/ReframingResistance Check Out All Robyn's Free Resources!You can download all sorts of free resources, including webinars, eBook, and infographics about topics such as lying, boundaries, and co-regulation!RobynGobbel.com/FreeResources :::Grab a copy of my book Raising Kids with Big, Baffling Behaviors robyngobbel.com/bookJoin us in The Club for more support! robyngobbel.com/TheClubApply for the Baffling Behavior Training Institute's Professional Immersion Program (formerly Being With) robyngobbel.com/ImmersionFollow Me On:FacebookInstagram Over on my website you can find:Webinar and eBook on Focus on the Nervous System to Change Behavior (FREE)eBook on The Brilliance of Attachment (FREE)LOTS & LOTS of FREE ResourcesOngoing support, connection, and co-regulation for struggling parents: The ClubYear-Long Immersive & Holistic Training Program for Parenting Professionals: The Baffling Behavior Training Institute's (BBTI) Professional Immersion Program (formerly Being With)

    Born to Heal Podcast with Dr. Katie Deming
    Why She Stopped Being Her Husband's 'Caregiver' During His Cancer Journey with Kim Scanlon & Psych-K Expert Sandra Wallin | EP 104

    Born to Heal Podcast with Dr. Katie Deming

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2025 51:38 Transcription Available


    What if supporting a loved one through cancer could become a path to personal healing and deeper connection?Dr. Katie Deming is joined by psychotherapist Sandra Wallin and Kim Scanlon, whose husband, Keith, is navigating a cancer diagnosis. Kim shares how her journey from overwhelmed “caregiver” to empowered partner began with discovering PSYCH-K, a powerful yet gentle technique for shifting limiting beliefs stored in the subconscious mind.Kim's search for the "lightness" Dr. Deming's promise turned into a transformative journey that helped her manage fear and find calm before stressful medical appointments using simple techniques she could do anywhere.Chapters:00:06:00 – Joining the PSYCH-K Workshop Alone00:09:49 – Redefining Caregiver00:19:26 – Practicing as Partners00:40:00 – Trusting Your InstinctsSandra explains how PSYCH-K works with the body's natural wisdom to create lasting change without needing to relive trauma. Unlike traditional approaches, it empowers people to shift perception and emotions quickly, often leading to profound shifts in relationships and self-trust.They shed light on the often-unspoken experience of partners supporting loved ones through illness, offering both validation and practical tools for anyone navigating fear, medical systems, and changing roles.Listen and learn how to bring more presence, lightness, and intimacy than you ever thought possible.Reserve Your Spot PSYCH-K® Online Workshop - Level 1 - HERESave your spot for the next LIVE fasting call here: https://www.katiedeming.com/the-healing-power-of-fasting/ Transform your hydration with the system that delivers filtered, mineralized, and structured water all in one. Spring Aqua System: https://springaqua.info/drkatie Don't Face Cancer Alone"The 6 Pillars of Healing Cancer" workshop series provides you valuable insights and strategies to support your healing journey - Click Here to Enroll MORE FROM KATIE DEMING M.D. Save your spot for the next LIVE fasting call here: https://www.katiedeming.com/the-healing-power-of-fasting/ Work with Dr. Katie: www.katiedeming.comEmail: INFO@KATIEDEMING.COM 6 Pillars of Healing Cancer Workshop Series - Click Here to Enroll Follow Dr. Katie Deming on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katiedemingmd/ Please Support the Show Share this episode with a friend or family member Give a Review on Spotify Give a Review on Apple Podcast DISCLAIMER: The Born to Heal Podcast is intended for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for seeking professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Individual medical histories are unique; therefore, this episode should not be used to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease without consulting your healthcare provider.

    Holistic Moms | Health and Wellness Tips, Christian mom, Intentional Living, Stress Management, Accountability
    181/ Reclaim Your Time: LIVE Coaching with Stressed Caregiver, Mom to 4

    Holistic Moms | Health and Wellness Tips, Christian mom, Intentional Living, Stress Management, Accountability

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2025 51:56


    Hey Intentional Wellness Warrior! As a Nurse or Healthcare pro, we learn in schooling how to keep time, how to prioritize our tasks in time. We know to always start with the ABC's in emergency situations. Even as a caregiver we get into routines that can help us prioritize our time. BUT, what happens in emergency life situations or just on your stressful Tuesday?? You aren't working and you are in charge of prioritized tasks for your own family's life. Your stress bucket is full and starting to spill over. How do you handle the everyday "I have too much to do with too little time?!" Today,I have a LIVEcoaching treat for you from my experiential Find More Time Workshop.  I coached a live guest in using the STOP method.  And once you are through hearing this real life scenario, go check out the oldie but goodie episode on my ABC method for prioritizing time - Episode 52.  I know you will relate to this stressed Caregiver who is a mom to 4 and wears many hats. She wants to live well and make the most of her time. Shalom Shalom,  Xx, Shan  ……CONNECT……

    Secure Your Retirement
    Patient Advocacy for Retirees and Caregivers

    Secure Your Retirement

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2025 21:14


    In this episode of the Secure Your Retirement Podcast, Radon and Murs discuss the critical role of patient advocacy with Dr. Elizabeth Mizelle, founder of Palm Wellness. Drawing on her extensive background as a family medicine physician, Dr. Mizelle now serves as a health advocate for seniors and their caregivers, helping them navigate the complex world of senior healthcare. Whether it's understanding a new diagnosis, coordinating follow-up care, or finding the right resources for aging in place, her approach offers clarity and compassionate support for individuals and families alike.Listen in to learn about how a patient consultant can provide peace of mind by helping with healthcare decisions, coordinating communication with providers, and creating safe, functional home environments for aging loved ones. This episode is especially useful for those involved in retirement healthcare planning, acting as advocates for elderly parents, or seeking caregiver resources. Dr. Mizelle explains the unique difference between clinical care and advocacy, and how she supports people looking to stay home longer or adapt to life-changing diagnoses with confidence.In this episode, find out:· What patient advocacy is and how it differs from traditional clinical care· How a health advocate for seniors helps families manage new diagnoses and medical complexity· Real-life examples of how advocacy can ease transitions after hospitalization· The process of aging in place and how to safely adapt a home for long-term care· How to connect with Palm Wellness for personalized healthcare supportTweetable Quotes:“Patient advocacy helps you slow things down, understand what's happening, and make better-informed healthcare decisions.” – Radon Stancil“It's not just about treating the illness—it's about creating an environment where people can heal, live, and thrive.” – Murs TariqResources:If you are in or nearing retirement and you want to gain clarity on what questions you should be asking, learn what the biggest retirement myths are, and identify what you can do to achieve peace of mind for your retirement, get started today by requesting our complimentary video course, Four Steps to Secure Your Retirement!To access the course, simply visit: POMWealth.net/podcast

    All Home Care Matters
    Marianne Sciucco Co-Founder of AlzAuthors & Author of "A Wedding at Blue Hydrangeas"

    All Home Care Matters

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2025 29:39


    All Home Care Matters and our host, Lance A. Slatton were honored to welcome back Marianne Sciucco as our guest to the show.   About Marianne Sciucco:   Marianne Sciucco is not a nurse who writes but a writer who happens to be a nurse, using her skills and experience to create stories that bear witness to the humanity in all of us. She writes contemporary, women's and young adult fiction.     A lover of words and books, she studied the craft of writing as an English major at the University of Massachusetts at Boston and worked for a time as a newspaper reporter in New England. She eventually became a registered nurse to avoid poverty.     With more than 20-years' experience as a staff nurse and case manager, she's worked with countless families dealing with issues related to aging, elder care, Alzheimer's, and nursing home placement. In 2002, she put the two together and began writing about the intricate lives of people struggling with health and family issues. She published her debut novel, Blue Hydrangeas, an Alzheimer's love story, in 2013 to glowing reviews.     This book led her to become a co-founder and director of AlzAuthors, the global community of authors writing about Alzheimer's and dementia from personal experience to light the way for others. She is podcast producer and host for Untangling Alzheimer's and Dementia, an AlzAuthors Podcast.      Marianne has written an award-winning prequel to Blue Hydrangeas called Christmas at Blue Hydrangeas and a second prequel, A Wedding at Blue Hydrangeas. She is the author of Swim Season, a young adult novel based on her 11-years' experience as a Swim Mom in club, high school, and collegiate swimming.     She has also written several short stories, including Ino's Love, Collection, and Birthday Party.     All of her work is available in ebook, audiobook, and paperback.     When not writing she works as a campus nurse at a community college in New York's Hudson Valley.     About "A Wedding at Blue Hydrangeas":   Five days until the Fourth of July wedding of her dreams! Sara Harmon, the heart and soul behind the charming Blue Hydrangeas bed and breakfast on Cape Cod, is determined to orchestrate the perfect celebration for her son, David, and his bride, Anne. This is the dream wedding she's always envisioned! But, as the big day draws closer, a flurry of mishaps threatens to unravel her meticulously planned reception.     Adding to the delightful chaos is the unexpected stay of the undeniably affable but ever-so-demanding Walter Willoughby. And if that weren't enough, she must contend with the well-meaning but persnickety ladies of the garden club, whose opinions bloom as profusely as her hydrangeas.     While she scrambles to create the perfect wedding celebration, Sara carries a quiet ache in her heart. Can she put aside her own sorrow to fully celebrate David and Anne's happiness? And just how long will the unfortunate but delightful Mr. Willoughby be gracing Blue Hydrangeas with his presence?     You're invited to the wedding of the season, where love, laughter, and a touch of mayhem are all part of the special day at Blue Hydrangeas.