Podcasts about caregiving

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Caregiving is often framed as a burden, but what if it's also one of the most meaningful ways we come to know ourselves?Emily sits down with acclaimed journalist and cultural critic Elissa Strauss for this episode to discuss her extensive work on the politics and culture of parenting and caregiving, which has appeared in publications like The Atlantic and The New York Times. Centering on her new book, When You Care: The Unexpected Magic of Caring for Others, they challenge feminist notions that have undervalued caregiving and explore how caregiving can enrich one's sense of self. You'll hear about the philosophical foundations of care ethics and how caregiving for various dependents, not just children, brings profound personal growth, scientific research on caregiver well-being, the importance of male caregivers, and also the need for systemic support for caregivers.Listen and Learn: How redefining caregiving, not as a burden, but as a powerful source of meaning and self-expansion, might change what we think feminism, motherhood, and what a “full” life actually look likeHow caregiving across parenting, disability, and aging becomes an intense, surprising mirror that reshapes identity and meaning in ways most of us never expectThe research that shows why caregiving doesn't have to wear you down, and under certain conditions, it can actually make you healthier and even help you live longerHow one husband turned the challenges of caregiving into moments of quiet activism, love, and connectionHow does caring for others bring meaning, even when day-to-day life feels messy?What if the real barrier for working caregivers isn't just the glass ceiling but the glass door separating home and work, and how breaking it could change everything we value about care?Why men's brains change when they care for others, how caregiving reshapes masculinity, and what it really means for dads todayWhy caring for those closest to us isn't just personal—it's a radical philosophical lens that could change how we think about society itselfResources: When You Care: The Unexpected Magic of Caring for Others https://bookshop.org/a/30734/9781982169282Elisa's Website: https://www.elissastrauss.com/Elisa's Substack: https://elissa.substack.com/Connect with Elisa on Social Media: https://www.facebook.com/elissa.strauss.7/https://www.instagram.com/elissaavery/https://www.linkedin.com/in/elissa-strauss-742720112 About Elissa StraussElissa Strauss is a journalist, essayist, and cultural critic who has been writing about the politics and culture of parenting and caregiving for more than fifteen years. Her work appears in publications like the Atlantic, the New York Times, Glamour, ELLE, and elsewhere, and she was a former contributing writer at CNN.com and Slate. Her book, "When You Care: The Unexpected Magic of Caring for Others," is out now from Gallery Books, and she writes a Substack called "MADE WITH CARE."Related episodes: 444. Mattering with Jennifer Wallace441. Having It All with Corinne Low386. Parents Are Stressed: What Do We Do About It? With Emily, Debbie, and Yael356. Navigating the Challenges of Caregiving with Alison Applebaum354. A Family Guide to Dementia with Brent Forester275. Work, Parent, Thrive with Yael SchonbrunSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Triple board-certified physician in adult and geriatric psychiatry and addiction medicine, and the founder of The Aging Parent Coach Barbara Sparacino discusses her article "Why caring for a parent is hard for doctors." Barbara shares the personal struggle of navigating end-of-life care for her own parents despite her extensive professional training. She explains the "prophet in your own country" paradox where family members often dismiss medical advice from their own relatives. The conversation explores the heavy guilt and self-doubt that arise when the professional detachment of a doctor collides with the emotional vulnerability of a child. Barbara highlights the importance of setting boundaries to protect the parent-child relationship and offers advice on extending grace to oneself during this difficult season. Discover how stepping back from the physician role can actually be the greatest gift you give to your aging family. Partner with me on the KevinMD platform. With over three million monthly readers and half a million social media followers, I give you direct access to the doctors and patients who matter most. Whether you need a sponsored article, email campaign, video interview, or a spot right here on the podcast, I offer the trusted space your brand deserves to be heard. Let's work together to tell your story. PARTNER WITH KEVINMD → https://kevinmd.com/influencer SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST → https://www.kevinmd.com/podcast RECOMMENDED BY KEVINMD → https://www.kevinmd.com/recommended

Lori Morton Biography As of this podcast, I'm 68 years old. I'm a daughter, sister, aunt, great aunt, and dog mom of two delightful Shih Tzus. My struggle with weight began in middle school. I grew up with the advent of fast food. When I was growing up, I tried to keep up with my brothers when it came to eating. Fast food, candy, and desserts were my downfall. After graduating from college, I accepted a position as a 5th-grade teacher. Teaching and careers in education are rewarding, but also stressful. There was always food in the teachers' lounge, or parents would send you treats. I responded to the stress of teaching by eating, and as a result,t my battle with weight grew over the years. I happily retired in 2015 from my last position as an elementary school principal. After retiring, I was determined to shed the weight I had gained over my 30 years in education. Losing close family members to Diabetes, Dementia, and Sarcoidosis has been the catalyst for my weight loss and fitness journey. My older brother, who had type 1 diabetes since the age of 13, died at the age of 52 from colon cancer. The death of my younger, seemingly fit and healthy 47-year-old sister was a wake-up call. Also, watching my mother slowly deteriorate from Alzheimer's disease added to my trauma. She died two years after my sister. To make sure I was there for my family and my sister's children in particular, I rejoined WW in 2016 and followed the program successfully for several years, but was frustrated that I couldn't get past a plateau that lasted about 1 ½ years. During that time ,I was yo-yoing up and down 10-15 pounds. From the beginning of the pandemic, in February 2020, to April 2021, I gained 35 pounds. That's when I decided to get back on track. After resetting, I lost only a few pounds before my weight plateaued again. I was worried that I had a problem with my metabolism. My frustration led me to research other ways to lose weight. I was of the opinion that if you do what you've always done, you will get what you've always gotten. While researching obesity and how to lose weight, I found information about intermittent fasting and Dr Jason Fung's book, The Obesity Code. Reading his book, I had many aha moments. Everything he described was my experience, so I decided to give IF a try, beginning in June 2021. I also searched for how to implement Intermittent Fasting to maximise my results. That's when I found and read Gin Stephen's book, Fast, Feast, Repeat. After that, I searched for fasting groups on Facebook and the Podcast app. That's when I found Graeme Currie's The Fasting Highway group, book, and podcast. I initially lost 59.5+ pounds (22.6 kg) through intermittent fasting. At the time, I thought I had mastered my struggles with obesity. My old nemesis, stress, reentered my life about three years ago with the unexpected death of my best friend, which was followed a few weeks later by the passing of my dog of 17 years. Once again, I used food to comfort myself. By far, 2025 was the most stressful year of my life. My dear 90-year-old father began exhibiting Dementia and was no longer able to live independently. My brother and I welcomed him into our homes on a rotating basis and were his primary caregivers. As a result, I regained almost all of the weight I lost. Caregiving was an honour and privilege, but it is one of the most stressful experiences one could face. Throughout these challenges, I kept resetting my fasting journey. Sometimes I was successful and sometimes not. I have learned a lot through my journey and am on the path to improving my health. Intermittent fasting works! I am of the mindset that I'm losing weight for the last time and will no longer comfort myself with food. To Join Our Patreon Community click here.www.patreon.com/thefastinghighwaywebsite-www.thefastinghighway.com

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In this Health Moonshot Update, StartUp Health community member Christopher Jue of CAREgivers Insight joins Unity Stoakes to share how empowering caregivers can prevent crises and save the system money. Christopher draws on his own family experience and fresh pilot data to explain why caregivers should be treated as essential members of the care team. In this episode, they talk about: What four preventable hospitalizations taught him about the cost of underused caregiver insight How Caregiver Views turns everyday observations into clear, shareable trend lines Why pilots with Cancer Services of Midland achieved an 85% recommendation rate The strategic shift from a B2C mindset to payer and Medicare Advantage partners An AI roadmap that starts with summaries and moves toward real coaching for untrained caregivers How the Caregiving Health Moonshot is becoming a doorway into every Health Moonshot at StartUp Health This is a must listen for anyone building in value-based care, supporting an aging population, or caring for a loved one at home. Are you ready to tell YOUR story? Members of our Health Moonshot Communities are leading startups with breakthrough technology-driven solutions for the world's biggest health challenges. Exposure in StartUp Health Media to our global audience of investors and partners – including our podcast, newsletters, magazine, and YouTube channel – is a benefit of our Health Moonshot PRO Membership. To schedule a call and see if you qualify to join and increase brand awareness through our multi-media storytelling efforts, submit our three-minute application. If you're mission-driven, collaborative, and ready to contribute as much as you gain, you might be the perfect fit. » Learn more and apply today. Want more content like this? Sign up for StartUp Health Insider™ to get funding insights, news, and special updates delivered to your inbox.

In this episode, I sit down with Emma Heming Willis to discuss her husband Bruce Willis' diagnosis with Frontotemporal Dementia (FTD) and the realities of caregiving. Emma opens up about the challenges and emotions that come with caring for a loved one with dementia, the impact it's had on her blended family, and the importance of finding community support. We talk about how FTD manifested for Bruce, how she approached sharing the diagnosis with their young kids, and why advocating for caregivers is so critical. Emma shares advice from her new book, “The Unexpected Journey” for those navigating similar experiences, how she prioritizes her own well-being as a caregiver, and the significance of asking for help without guilt. We also touch on her advocacy work for brain health and the power of both vulnerability and resilience in sharing her family's journey.Key Takeaway / Points:Emma's present mindset, the challenges of caregiving, and the importance in sharing her family's storyEmma and Bruce's love story and their early dating yearsOn stepping into a blended familyNavigating Bruce's health changes and the communication struggles in their marriage that ultimately led to a diagnosisUnderstanding Frontotemporal Dementia (FTD), the differences between dementia and Alzheimer's, and Bruce's FTD symptomsHow Emma approached telling their two children about the diagnosisThe realities of caregivers not prioritizing their personal well-beingDecision fatigue, asking for help, and letting go of judgment as a caregiverEmma's advocacy work for caregivers and brain health, especially for womenRead her book “The Unexpected Journey” HEREListen to my episode with Dr. Kellyann Niotis HEREFollow Emma:Instagram: @emmahemingwillisWebsites: emmahemingwillis.commaketimewellness.comFollow me:Instagram: @cameronoaksrogersSubstack: Fill Your CupWebsite: cameronoaksrogers.comTikTok: @cameronoaksrogersYouTube: Cameron Rogers

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Caregiving is necessary and yet leads to more stress and burnout if we aren't aware of how our body is communicating to us. You are high-functioning and pushing through but your stress levels are starting to get the best of you. My wonderful guest today will flip the script on how you approach your stress and why standing solid on your identity as a daughter of the king will forever change how you perceive your daily stress.  Shan Wright and I talk about why combining science and biblical truth is a beautiful blend as we are helping our stressed bodies to calm. She walks us through a simple exercise that will help recenter yourself and align your heart with the Lord.  In a world of complete overwhelm, it's important to help our bodies to feel safe especially if we are trying to heal and recover from a fatigue crisis or burnout. God is calling his daughters to slow down and seek Him for the life and health we really do want. And to do it with simplicity, community and clarity.  High-functioning fatigue, especially while caregiving needs a gentle approach to avoid burnout.  I pray this blesses you today! XO, Michelle Have questions as you listen? Reach out at michelle@treasuredwellness.com   Stop pushing through exhaustion and restore your energy, calm your body and clear your mind... naturally.  Book your  Fatigue Freedom Breakthrough Call today!   Connect with Shan Wright https://www.facebook.com/shannon.wright.355 https://www.instagram.com/theshanwright/ https://www.theshanwright.com/quiz   ***Join our community, Fight FATIGUE over 40 with FAITH & Holistic Health, to be supported, encouraged and educated as you take back your health WITH God at the center. **Catch the Treasured Wellness Podcast on https://christianmix106.com/   AND YouTube   ***DISCLAIMER: By listening to this podcast, you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others. Contact your own physician for any medical concerns you have. This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast. Under no circumstances shall Treasured Wellness, LLC, guests or contributors be responsible for damages arising from the use of this podcast.

  What happens when life experience and performance collide? Actress Carolyn Michelle joins Too Opinionated to talk about her powerful new film Familiar Touch, a quietly devastating drama about a former chef finding her place inside an assisted living facility. Carolyn plays a care worker opposite the legendary Kathleen Chalfant, and the role carries deep personal meaning—Carolyn was the real-life caretaker for her late mother in her final years. We dig into how caregiving shaped her performance, why stories about aging and dignity matter, and how emotional truth elevates great acting. Carolyn first gained attention opposite Robin Wright on House of Cards as Willa, Claire Underwood's Chief of Staff, and she's continued to build an impressive career across film and television. Her credits include And Just Like That, The Chi, Chicago Med, Russian Doll, Luke Cage, Law & Order: SVU, Code Black, Colony, and How to Get Away with Murder, along with a multi-episode arc on Brilliant Minds. This conversation explores acting craft, resilience, caregiving representation in film, and what it means to bring lived experience to the screen.

Caring for aging parents can be a challenging elder care experience, often leading to caregiver burden and strained family caregiving relationships. In this episode, Pamela D. Wilson explores caregiving and family relationships, focusing on family discussions about aging, elder care needs, and planning. Wilson offers valuable caregiver advice to help improve family dynamics around aging and caregiver experiences. Listeners will gain insights into how to communicate without placing a burden, duty, or responsibility on others. Aging parents and children caring for parents will gain insights into having timely discussions about health, legal, and financial aspects of care planning. Caregivers will learn how to provide compassionate support while maintaining healthy boundaries.The discussion includes practical caregiver tips and guidance on navigating family discussions, along with the emotional and logistical challenges of aging and family caregiving, making this episode an essential resource for anyone involved in elder care or caring for aging parents who may feel burdened by responsibilities or duty.To find show transcripts and links mentioned in Episode 237 and other The Caring Generation podcasts, click here to visit Pamela's website: https://pameladwilson.com/caregiver-radio-programs-the-caring-generation/  For more support for caregiving and family relationships, aging, and elder care strategies, visit Pamela's website at https://www.PamelaDWilson.comLearn about Pamela D Wilson, her professional background, and her experience: https://pameladwilson.com/pamela-d-wilson-story/Schedule a 1:1 elder care consultation by telephone or video call with Pamela:  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/thecaregivingtrapFollow Pamela on Social Media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pameladwilsoncaregivingexpert/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pameladwilsoncaregiverexpert/X: https://www.x.com/CaregivingSpeakPamela D Wilson | Caregiver, Elderly Care & Caregiving Expert provides caregiver tips, support for caregivers, and resources for aging and elder care. Caregiving and aging for parents doesn't have to be challenging with expert caregiver advice, solutions, and strategies based on Pamela's 25 years of experience in care management, dementia care, and as an expert witness. Visit Pamela's website www.PamelaDWilson.com to access online caregiver programs, advice and tips to support caregivers and aging adults.©2018, 2025 Pamela D Wilson. All Rights Reserved

In this episode of "Next Steps 4 Seniors," host Wendy Jones and guest Wendy Zimmer Cox, an estate planning expert, discuss the essentials of financial security and estate planning for seniors. They highlight the importance of having key legal documents, choosing the right decision-makers, and organizing vital information in a “death binder.” The conversation covers common pitfalls, such as joint bank accounts and family disputes, and stresses clear communication and proactive planning to prevent conflict and ease transitions for loved ones. Listeners are encouraged to seek professional guidance and start these important conversations early. Be sure to like and subscribe on your favorite podcast platform so that you never miss an episode. Every week brings two ways to grow: Tuesdays dive into the physical next steps with real-life guidance for seniors and families, and Fridays uplift the heart with spiritual and emotional next steps—encouragement, faith, and hope for the journey ahead. To learn more about Next Steps 4 Seniors, contact us at 248-651-5010 or visit us online at www.nextsteps4seniors.com Find us on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/@nextsteps4seniorsLearn more : https://nextsteps4seniors.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Send Cathy a text:)Caregiving can feel overwhelming, especially when the days are full and your energy feels stretched thin.In this short bonus episode of The Caregiver Cup Podcast, I'm inviting you to do something simple — choose one small reset and change your day.This episode isn't about fixing caregiving or creating a perfect routine. It's about finding your way through the hard moments with intention, compassion, and care for yourself.You'll hear a personal story about realizing the old way wasn't sustainable, why one small step can create space and clarity, and how simple reset rituals can calm your nervous system, restore energy, and help you return stronger.I'll also share a few easy reset options — breath, body, and space — so you can choose what feels right in the moment.Because making every day count doesn't mean doing more. It means caring for yourself, even in small ways.Support the show

In this data-packed episode of Yo Quiero Dinero, Jannese sits down with Dr. Marlene Orozco, founder of Stratified Insights and lead researcher behind one of the most comprehensive studies ever conducted on Latina wealth in America. Together, they break down the receipts real numbers, real stories, and real systems that explain why Latinas continue to earn less, save less, and carry more financial responsibility, despite being one of the fastest-growing economic forces in the country.This conversation goes beyond hot takes and dives into the structural barriers, cultural expectations, and systemic inequities shaping Latina wealth today from entrepreneurship and homeownership to caregiving, education, and retirement. If you've ever felt like you're working twice as hard for half the reward… this episode will make you feel seen and fired up.What We Get Into00:00 Why this Latina wealth data matters01:10 Meet Dr. Marlene Orozco04:25 First-gen roots & entrepreneurship09:30 Necessity vs opportunity businesses12:50 The Latina wealth paradox17:45 The 27% pay gap explained23:50 Entrepreneurship as a wealth strategy29:55 Homeownership & credit barriers34:10 Retirement & investment gaps37:45 Financial first responders47:40 The motherhood penalty56:20 Hope, policy & what's nextKey TakeawaysLatinas are not behind because of bad choices — the system is working exactly as designed.Education and entrepreneurship do increase earning potential, but they are not enough without access to capital and policy support.Caregiving, cultural expectations, and family responsibility significantly limit Latinas' ability to save and invest.Homeownership remains a primary wealth strategy, but affordability, credit access, and insurance risks threaten long-term stability.Real change requires structural solutions, not just individual financial literacy.Resources MentionedREPORT - Latina Wealth In America: https://latinoprosperity.org/research,Latino AI Summit: https://tinyurl.com/latinoaisummit2026 Stratefied Insights: https://www.stratifiedinsights.com/ Marlene's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marlene-orozcoFree Download: New Year Dinero Reset GuideMy private membership: https://courses.yoquierodineropodcast.com/foundersHave a question? Leave me a voicemailBook: Financially Lit by Jannese Torres Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Did your parents have a lot stuff? After parents pass away, figuring out what to do with all of their possessions could be a full time job. And deciding what to keep, give away, or throw away, can take a lot of emotional strength. Becky Robison, author of My Parents Are Dead: What Now? A Panic-Free Guide to the Practicalities of Death, gives some advice on how to sort through a parent's possessions after they pass away, or have a conversation with a parent to help them make a plan before they pass. Plus, listeners share their personal experience and questions.

In this deeply moving episode, host Rosie Moss speaks with Christine Fader, an educator and advocate who became the primary caregiver to her husband, Michael, through his cancer journey.Christine and Michael met in 1997, an instant yet thoughtful connection that led to marriage within months. Long before cancer entered their lives, they were already navigating complexity, including Christine's own chronic health condition. When Michael was diagnosed with cancer, the illness arrived layered with trauma. Treatment did not just cause physical pain. It resurfaced deep childhood wounds. Radiation masks triggered memories of abuse. Medical environments felt unsafe. Pain became inseparable from memory.Drawing on her background in medical education, Christine stepped into the dual role of caregiver and advocate, working to ensure Michael's trauma was recognised and accommodated in a system that often overlooks it. Their story is not linear or neat. It moves through extraordinary love, startling pain, fierce advocacy, and profound tenderness. In his final days, Michael remained lucid and in excruciating pain, choosing to stay as long as he could. As he once told Christine, giving in to the cancer felt like giving in to the bad guys.Christine speaks openly about complex grief, including what it means to lose a long-term partner without children, and how she now channels that pain into education, advocacy, and storytelling. This is a conversation about love under pressure, trauma-informed care, and the quiet bravery of staying.In this episode, we explore:How Michael's childhood trauma shaped his pain tolerance and mistrust of medical systems, and how Christine advocated for trauma-informed accommodations during treatmentThe emotional and ethical realities of caregiving through terminal illness, including assisted dying conversations and holding hope alongside hopelessnessHow Christine used her medical education background to design a student workshop on trauma-informed cancer careThe complexity of grief after losing a partner when there are no children, and how Christine built resilience through advocacy and storytellingWhy consent, slowing down, and assuming trauma may be present can radically improve medical careThe power of small rituals and personal notes during crisis, and Christine's hope to one day shape these into a book honouring Michael's storyContent warning: terminal illness, trauma, death#griefjourney #traumainformedcare #chronicillnesssupport #cancerstories #endoflifecare #caregiverlife #medicalconsent #partnerloss #mentalhealthawareness #resilientrelationships

Caregiving often begins with sincere promises made in healthier days. As circumstances change and needs increase, many of us discover that love alone does not equal capacity. Fear, obligation, and guilt can cloud judgment, leaving caregivers overwhelmed and unsure how to make wise, sustainable decisions. In this episode of Hope for the Caregiver, I explore what happens when caregiving decisions are driven by emotion rather than honest assessment. I explain why difficult family conversations must move from sentiment to stewardship, and why clarity often begins with unglamorous realities that reveal what can actually be sustained. I also examine why meaningful change must happen at a pace the body and soul can endure. Drawing from decades of caregiving experience and lessons from the world of prosthetics, I reflect on the danger of forcing alignment too quickly. Whether in bodies, families, leadership, or faith, change imposed at an unsustainable speed often collapses, while patient, deliberate steps lead to progress that lasts. These themes run directly through my caregiving journey with my wife, Gracie. Her recent physical realignment through new prosthetics has been remarkable and painful, underscoring a hard truth caregivers know well: restoration is real, but it cannot be rushed. Alignment requires discipline, wisdom, and time. The program concludes with a reflection on the hymn Be Still, My Soul. Stillness, I explain, is not passivity, but learning where to place weight when life does not improve. This episode is not about quick fixes. It's about caregiving endurance, sustainable change, and learning how to remain upright when life has been bent for a long time.

Why Play Matters for Children and Families | Making It Up with Christopher ManninoA conversation about play, attention, and why being fully present with children is some of the most important work we do.I've spent a lifetime raising children and helping raise grandchildren. In this conversation with Christopher Mannino, I found myself recognizing ideas I've learned not from books, but from years of showing up. This is about play, imagination, and why presence — not performance — is what children remember.LINKShttps://www.christophermannino.comI have had the pleasure of talking to some of the leading authors, artists, activists, and change-makers of our time on this podcast, and I want to personally thank you for subscribing, listening, and sharing 100-plus episodes over 100,000 times.Please subscribe to this Podcast, In Conversation… with Frank Schaeffer, on your favorite platform, and to my Substack, It Has to Be Said. Thanks! Every subscription helps create, build, sustain and put voice to this movement for truth. Subscribe to It Has to Be Said. The Gospel of Zip will be released in print and on Amazon Kindle, and as a full video on YouTube and Substack that you can watch or listen to for free.Support the show_____In Conversation… with Frank Schaeffer is a production of the George Bailey Morality in Public Life Fellowship. It is hosted by Frank Schaeffer, author of The Gospel of Zip. Learn more at https://www.thegospelofzip.com/Follow Frank on Substack, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Threads, TikTok, and YouTube. https://frankschaeffer.substack.comhttps://www.facebook.com/frank.schaeffer.16https://twitter.com/Frank_Schaefferhttps://www.instagram.com/frank_schaeffer_arthttps://www.threads.net/@frank_schaeffer_arthttps://www.tiktok.com/@frank_schaefferhttps://www.youtube.com/c/FrankSchaefferYouTube In Conversation… with Frank Schaeffer Podcast

BELIEVE-BELONG-BECOME BELIEVE IN JESUSBELONG TO HIS CHURCHBECOME HIS MATURE BODYActs 9:31, 1 Thessalonians 5:11, Romans 14:19, 1 Peter 2:5, Ephesians 4:11-16, Hebrews 6:1, Colossians 1:28-29 --------DAILY DEVOTIONAL WITH RON MOOREGet Ron's Daily Devotional to your inbox each morning; visit biblechapel.org/devo.CAREGIVINGDo you have a need we can pray for? Do you need someone to walk alongside you? Do you know of another person who needs care? Let us know at caregiving@biblechapel.org.GROWTH TRACKWe all have a next step - what's yours? To learn more about our Growth Track and to take your next step, biblechapel.org/connect.

Subscribers can dive into exclusive, extended conversations from this podcast! To join the adventure, head to BumpInTheRoad.Substack.com. Jen Fort's interest in caregiving began when her brother was diagnosed with cancer. Jen's sister-in-law stepped into the role of caregiver, juggling her career and providing support to her husband. This very personal experience led Jen to explore the complexities of caregiving, leading to her latest book, "Because You Care: Wisdom for the Unexpected Caregiver." Jen talks about the need for self care for caregivers and ways that people can help. Her journey with her brother includes an interesting discovery: the significance of storytelling in caregiving. Jen recounts how simply listening to her brother share his stories during his illness provided him with joy and connection. Sometimes being present is the most powerful form of support. Tune in to this conversation and discover how you can support yourself and others on the caregiving journey. It's easier than you think. You just need to know what questions to ask. It's an Award Winning, Amazon best selling book! What they're saying: "This is a beautiful book about life, its imperfections, its challenges, and its joys. It is a book of hope and wisdom for all of us facing a bump in the road." –Pragito Dove "Pat has woven together beautiful stories of life setbacks that have been transformed into spiritual growth. This book is a gift and a must-read for souls experiencing pain and yearning for growth." –Gary Hensel Learn more at BumpInTheRoad.us Follow Bump on: ➡️ Twitter ➡️ Facebook ➡️ Substack ➡️ Instagram ➡️ YouTube

Judith Henry joins Margo for a deeply honest and life-affirming conversation about caregiving, creativity, and what can unfold when we stay open to possibility at every age. A writer, artist, and podcaster, Judith shares how caring for her parents in the final chapter of their lives became the unexpected catalyst for an expansive creative journey—one rooted in humor, grit, color, and connection. At 61, Judith wrote The Dutiful Daughter's Guide to Caregiving, a practical and compassionate resource born from lived experience. In her late 60s, she picked up her mother's paintbrushes and fell in love with visual art. And at 71, she launched One Mouthy Dame, a podcast empowering women to embrace aging with honesty, gratitude, and good humor. Margo and Judith discuss: How caring for aging parents became a powerful (and unexpected) creative catalyst The emotional realities of caregiving, including grief, guilt, humor, and deep connection Writing The Dutiful Daughter's Guide to Caregiving as both memoir and practical support Using humor as a survival tool during difficult seasons Transitioning from writing into painting and mixed media later in life Letting go of judgment and reclaiming creativity at any age Launching a podcast in her 70s to speak honestly about aging, anxiety, and visibility Falling in love with Kawandi-style quilting and how stitching, mending, and making can be deeply healing Connect with Judith: Book & Writing: https://www.JudithDHenry.com Creative Work: https://www.JudithHenryCreative.com Podcast: https://www.JudithHenryCreative.com/One-Mouthy-Dame   Connect with Margo: Website: www.windowsillchats.com Instagram: @windowsillchats www.patreon.com/inthewindowsill https://www.yourtantaustudio.com/thefoundry  

One of the most precious resources in dementia care are the stories we share. Today, we welcome back two deeply respected members of the Love Conquers Alz family for a conversation rooted in care, credibility, and shared purpose that has led to a major milestone:Marianne Sciucco, registered nurse, author, and  founding member of AlzAuthors, a groundbreaking global, rigorously vetted hub for Alzheimer's and dementia books, blogs, films, and podcasts, is passing the baton to senior care professional, writer Lance A. Slatton, host of the award-winning All Home Care Matters podcast and YouTube channel. , For over a decade, Marianne and the AlzAuthors team have thoughtfully spotlighted the most meaningful and reliable literature available for the Alzheimer's and dementia community. At a time when families are often overwhelmed by information, their careful curation created a trusted guidepost grounded in lived experience and compassion.Lance brings more than two decades of experience in senior care and continues to be a consistent, dependable voice, not only as a podcast host, but through his work as a Senior Case Manager with Enriched Life Home Care Services.What connects Marianne and Lance is presence. Both have remained steady voices in an ever-changing landscape, offering stringently curated, reliable resources to caregivers and families when clarity matters most.Join us as we celebrate a community that refuses to let its most valuable assets—truth, art, and love—fade into the noise. Subscribe, share with a caregiver who needs a lifeline, and tell us what resource you want to see next. Your voice shapes where this library goes from here.Support the showNo Country For Old People; a Nursing Home Exposé is STREAMING NOW on Amazon Prime (https://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detail/B0F7D1RR5X/ref=atv_dp_share_cu_r) Visit the No Country For Old People Website for more information. Please watch. Review. Share. Be a ROAR-ior!! JOIN THE R.O.A.R. MOVEMENT for quality long term care! Visit the ROAR 4 Long Term CareWebsite for more information.Follow us on Twitter, FB, IG, & TiK Tok

Sometimes you just have an especially bad day. If you are a caregiver who cares for a mom, dad, or spouse with a serious illness like cancer, Alzheimer's disease, other dementia illnesses, or ALS you may be familiar with caregiver stress and you've probably had multiple especially bad days.How do you handle them? What works to reduce your suffering?On this week's episode of The Integrative Palliative Podcast Dr. Delia discusses 6 approaches to reducing your suffering when you are facing an especially bad day.#caregiver #caregiving #badday #palliativeWww.DoctorDelia.com Coping Courageously: A Heart-Centered Guide for Navigating a Loved One's Illness Without Losing Yourself is available here: www.copingcourageously.com Please review this podcast wherever you listen and forward your favorite episode to a friend! And be sure to subscribe!Sign up to stay connected and learn about upcoming programs:https://trainings.integrativepalliative.com/IPI-stay-in-touchI'm thrilled to be listed in Feedspot's top 15 palliative podcasts!https://blog.feedspot.com/palliative_care_podcasts/

In this episode, Allison shares with Justin what life is currently like in her community with the presence of 2000+ ICE agents, how this intersects with her reality as a caregiver, and how it feels to live in this moment while also preparing for Sean's upcoming surgery. --- Join us for an online support group related to this episode on Sunday, January 25, from 6:00-7:15pm CT. Register Here!

CONTACT JACOB:Personal website: https://www.jacobevanskendall.com/Business website: https://4Daging.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacobevanskendall/WHO THIS EPISODE HELPS: People navigating grief, caregiving, chronic illness, and anticipatory grief after the loss of a parentWHAT LISTENERS WILL GET: An honest, grounded conversation about grief, caregiving burnout, mortality, and finding meaning after lossDESCRIPTION:Nick Gaylord sits down with Jacob Kendall, a grief-informed advocate, health educator, and caregiver whose life has been shaped by chronic illness, anticipatory grief, and the sudden loss of his father. Jacob shares the deeply personal story of caregiving after his father suffered a stroke and heart attack shortly after Jacob's wedding, and what it meant to lose him only months later. Together, Nick and Jacob explore how grief changes shape over time, why caregiving can be emotionally and physically exhausting, and how anticipatory grief complicates both loss and love. Jacob also opens up about living with a mechanical heart valve, confronting his own mortality, and managing anxiety born from repeated medical trauma. This conversation weaves together grief, health advocacy, and the importance of not carrying illness or loss alone. It is an honest reflection on grief, resilience, and how suffering can inform meaningful work without defining a life.THIS EPISODE ANSWERS:What does anticipatory grief feel like when illness changes everything?How does caregiving impact grief after a parent dies?Why doesn't grief ever fully go away after losing a parent?How do chronic illness and mortality anxiety shape daily life?What helps caregivers avoid burnout while navigating grief?KEY TAKEAWAYS:Grief does not shrink, but people learn how to live alongside itCaregiving can deepen grief and exhaustion if done aloneAnticipatory grief creates complex emotions before loss occursChronic illness often brings hidden anxiety tied to mortalityTalking openly about grief and illness builds connection and healingGIVE THE SHOW A 5-STAR RATING ON APPLE PODCASTS! FOLLOW US ON APPLE OR YOUR FAVORITE PODCAST PLATFORM! BOOKMARK OUR WEBSITE: www.ourdeaddads.com FOLLOW OUR DEAD DADS ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ourdeaddadspod/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ourdeaddadspod TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ourdeaddadspod Twitter / X: https://x.com/ourdeaddadspod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmmv6sdmMIys3GDBjiui3kw LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ourdeaddadspod/

Periodically, Karolyn is going to bring in an expert to profile an important herb or nutrient. On this show, she talks with herbal expert and naturopathic physician Dr. Patricia Gaines about saffron. Dr. Gains will describe the health benefits of saffron and other important details. Saffron is quickly becoming a "go-to" herb for mental health and more. Listen in and learn from a highly trained expert about saffron.Five To Thrive Live is broadcast live Tuesdays at 7PM ET and Music on W4CS Radio – The Cancer Support Network (www.w4cy.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (www.talk4radio.com) on the Talk 4 Media Network (www.talk4media.com).Five To Thrive Live Podcast is also available on Talk 4 Media (www.talk4media.com), Talk 4 Podcasting (www.talk4podcasting.com), iHeartRadio, Amazon Music, Pandora, Spotify, Audible, and over 100 other podcast outlets.

Debbie Mammel joins host Ron Aaron and co-host Carol Zernail to talk about caregiving for those living with Dementia on this edition of Caregiver SOS.

BELIEVE IN JESUSBELONG TO HIS CHURCH BELIEVERS ARE CALLED TO BELONG.Acts 4:32-35, Acts 2:42,44, Ephesians 5:23,25, Revelation 19:7, Romans 12:4-5, 1 Corinthians 12:14-27, John 17:20-23https://www.biblechapel.org/connect --------DAILY DEVOTIONAL WITH RON MOOREGet Ron's Daily Devotional to your inbox each morning; visit biblechapel.org/devo.CAREGIVINGDo you have a need we can pray for? Do you need someone to walk alongside you? Do you know of another person who needs care? Let us know at caregiving@biblechapel.org.GROWTH TRACKWe all have a next step - what's yours? To learn more about our Growth Track and to take your next step, biblechapel.org/connect.

In this episode of Spotlight on Care, hosts Virginia Naeve and Steve O'Leary are joined by Deborah Kan, the founder of Being Patient , a leading digital resource for Alzheimer's and dementia information. Drawing from her personal experience as a caregiver and her background as a journalist, Deborah explains how her platform serves as a comprehensive roadmap for families through three core pillars: demystifying complex research, hosting live "Brain Talks" with medical experts, and sharing authentic first-person stories to reduce stigma. The conversation also explores innovative tools available on the site, such as interactive diagnostic guides and AI-powered "Care Bots" designed to provide immediate support.To learn more about Being Patient and access these resources, click on this link here: https://beingpatient.com/.Send us a text

Dr. Adam Solomon is a physician leader dedicated to patient-first care, quality outcomes, and collaborative healthcare partnerships. He practiced for 14 years in Salem, OR, providing the full spectrum of adult care (in-patient and out-patient) as part of a multi-specialty medical group. He became Managing Partner for the group as well as a board member and eventually President of the Independent Physicians Association (IPA). He was also President of the philanthropic foundation and a Trustee on CareMore's Mutual Employers Welfare Trust. He is now based in Los Angeles and responsible for the quality of care, patient satisfaction and overall outcomes.https://www.seniorcareauthority.com/resources/boomers-today/

When Eric Levitan saw his parents' health decline from afar, he set out to better understand how to impact healthy aging for his family and others. He founded Vivo, a company dedicated to helping older adults stay active and independent. In this episode, we dive into the four cornerstones of healthy aging, fall prevention, and how to make healthy habits stick—plus accessible, fun ways to add strength training into daily life. Eric also shares insights on remote caregiving, the growing AgeTech initiative, talking with loved ones about senior living, and why challenging experiences can strengthen both the body and the mind. Show notes with product and resource links: https://bit.ly/HHCPod219 Receive the podcast in your email here: http://bit.ly/2G4qvBv Order a copy of Elizabeth's book Just for You: a Daily Self Care Journal: http://bit.ly/HHCjournal For podcast sponsorship opportunities contact Elizabeth: https://happyhealthycaregiver.com/contact-us/ The Happy Healthy Caregiver podcast is part of the Whole Care Network. Rate and Review the podcast: https://bit.ly/HHCPODREVIEW

What begins as a life devoted to caregiving can, in midlife, evolve into a profound awakening toward intentional purpose. We are delighted to welcome best-selling author, speaker, and podcast host Debbie R. Weiss, who shares her extraordinary journey from decades as a family caregiver to reclaiming her life after profound loss. Hear how turning 50 was a catalyst for change, leading her to develop the "maybe I can" mindset and her signature "sprinkle effect"—a dynamic approach of taking small, intentional steps to navigate life's toughest transitions and build true resilience. Debbie's inspiring story, chronicled in her books On Second Thought…Maybe I Can and The Sprinkle Effect, is a powerful testament that it is absolutely never too late to redefine your path and create a more vibrant, fulfilling life.IN THIS EPISODE, YOU'LL HEAR ABOUT THINGS LIKE:Childhood insecurities and limiting beliefs often lead to a life of people-pleasing and prioritizing others.Decades of family caregiving, even when purposeful, can result in profound burnout.A “turning point” moment in midlife can be a powerful catalyst to reclaim your life.Shift your mindset from “I can't” to “maybe I can” by starting with one small, intentional step.Finding a personal creative focus is a vital act of self-preservation and a source of healing during intense grief.The “sprinkle effect” is a dynamic strategy to achieve sustainable transformation through small, intentional qualities like joy and discipline.The E + R = O formula shows that taking responsibility for your reaction to an event controls the outcome of your life.Build resilience by creating a “maybe I can list” of all the major adversities you have successfully overcome.Self-care is an imperative act, not a selfish one, necessary to show up as your best self for your family and yourself.Healing from pain is a continuous journey of learning to live with it, preventing it from controlling your life.WATCH ON YOUTUBE: Rebuilding a Life After Decades of Caregiving and Grief: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DX8Uz9krSdg&list=PL7judgDzhkAWmfyB5r5WgFD6ahombBvoh&index=4&t=1803sThe Sprinkle Effect Workbook: Practical Exercises and Thoughtful Prompts to Support Your Journey to a More Colorful and Fulfilling Life: https://bookshop.org/a/93249/9798991084703---✨ Grief & Rebirth: Healing Resources & Tools ✨

On this episode of Five to Thrive Live, we will discuss Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome, or CIRS. This is a complex, often-misunderstood condition in which the immune system stays stuck in a chronic, damaging inflammatory state. With our guest, Dr. Eric Dorninger, we will explore the basics of CIRS and examine emerging science on how chronic inflammation may influence other chronic diseases.Five To Thrive Live is broadcast live Tuesdays at 7PM ET and Music on W4CS Radio – The Cancer Support Network (www.w4cy.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (www.talk4radio.com) on the Talk 4 Media Network (www.talk4media.com).Five To Thrive Live Podcast is also available on Talk 4 Media (www.talk4media.com), Talk 4 Podcasting (www.talk4podcasting.com), iHeartRadio, Amazon Music, Pandora, Spotify, Audible, and over 100 other podcast outlets.

Zach sits down with Glenn and Jodie, a married couple whose relationship has been shaped by cancer, caregiving, entrepreneurship, and a shared commitment to facing life side-by-side. Their story includes an early breast cancer diagnosis shortly after getting engaged, multiple recurrences over the years, and a present-day reality of living with cancer as a chronic condition. Through it all, Glenn and Jodie describe how the illness became something external to their marriage—an adversary they face together rather than a wedge between them. They talk openly about caregiving, helplessness, perspective, and how repeated medical crises stripped away the impulse to sweat small things. Glenn reflects on learning how to show up when he couldn't “fix” anything, while Jodie shares how being cared for reshaped her understanding of partnership and trust. The conversation also explores the everyday friction of working together—different wiring, different priorities, and Glenn's self-identified ADD—along with Zach's reframing of conditions like cancer and ADHD as things couples must externalize rather than personalize. They close by sharing the work they now do together through their businesses and podcast, Couples, Inc., where they help couples who run businesses navigate boundaries, roles, and relationship health. This episode is a grounded, hopeful look at what it means to fight the right thing—and to stay on the same team over the long haul. Key Takeaways Externalize the problem – Cancer, ADHD, and other conditions aren't your partner; they're what you face together. Caregiving is connection – Showing up consistently matters more than having solutions. Perspective changes priorities – Repeated health crises reduced conflict around “small stuff.” Different wiring isn't disrespect – Productivity styles and attention differences require collaboration, not blame. Mindset precedes tactics – Tools only work when used without resentment or superiority. Play the long game – Healthy relationships focus on reducing the same pain points year over year. Being on the same team is intentional – Unity doesn't happen automatically; it's practiced. Guest Info Glenn & Jodie Glenn and Jodie are married partners in life and business. They co-own Living Pink Communications, a marketing firm inspired by Jodie's ongoing experience with breast cancer, and host the Couples, Inc. podcast, which supports couples who run businesses together. Website: https://livingpinkcommunications.com/ Podcast: https://couplesincpodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As a young mom, primary breadwinner, and full-time professional, Sheila Lirio Marcelo understood the relentless struggle of balancing work and family. The constant search for reliable care left her feeling overwhelmed. Instead of accepting this as the norm, Sheila took matters into her own hands and created Care.com, a platform that has eased the caregiving burden for millions of families worldwide. In this episode, Sheila joins Ilana to discuss her journey of balancing motherhood and a high-powered career, the challenges of building Care.com, and her exciting new venture, Ohai.ai, an AI-powered household assistant. Sheila Lirio Marcelo is the founder of Care.com, an online marketplace for families to find childcare, senior care, pet care, and more. She is also the founder of Ohai, an AI-powered household assistant designed to help reduce the mental load of running a home. In this episode, Ilana and Sheila will discuss: (00:00) Introduction  (02:12) Sheila's Childhood and Family Influence (08:04) Struggling to Balance Motherhood and a Career (11:20) Her Journey Into Entrepreneurship and Care.com (14:57) Why Generalists Are Key in Business (18:12) Care.com's Success: The Power of Testing Ideas (23:34) Building a Two-Sided Marketplace and Gaining Trust (29:44) The Decision to Go Public With Care.com (31:39) Managing Decision-Making and Stress as a Leader (33:38) Reinventing With Ohai AI for Families (40:01) Her Approach to Mental Clarity and Calm (44:44) Embracing Challenges and Personal Growth Sheila Lirio Marcelo is the founder and former CEO of Care.com, the world's largest online caregiving marketplace, which went public in 2014 and was acquired for $500 million in 2020. After years of leading Care.com through exponential growth, Sheila transitioned into a new chapter, founding Ohai, an AI-powered household assistant designed to help manage various household activities. She is deeply committed to creating solutions that simplify life, improve well-being, and empower families. Connect with Sheila: Sheila's LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/sheilamarcelo  Sheila's Instagram: instagram.com/sheilaliriomarcelo  Resources Mentioned: Care.com's Website: https://www.care.com/  Ohai's Website: https://www.ohai.ai/  Leap Academy: LeapCon is the #1 Conference for Reinvention, Leadership & Career — a powerful 3‑day experience designed to help you unlock what's next in your career and life.

Controlling caregivers of elderly parents can create challenges in family caregiving relationships, especially as health conditions and the daily abilities of aging parents change. In this episode, caregiving expert Pamela D Wilson offers valuable caregiver tips and compassionate advice to support family caregiving and eldercare needs when a family caregiver takes power and control to an extreme.Learn why family caregivers become controlling and isolate elderly parents. Caregivers will gain insights to identify and recognize the need to talk with family caregivers who exhibit domineering, isolating, dismissive, critical, or harmful behaviors. Pamela shares insights from both sides of the caregiver experience to help listeners realize the importance of shifting family roles to manage care for aging loved ones. Plus, five steps family caregivers can take to initiate family discussions with caregivers who resist giving up control of health or financial care for an elderly parent or spouse.To find show transcripts and links mentioned in Episode 236 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, financial, legal, family relationship, 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/Schedule a 1:1 elder care consultation with Pamela. https://pameladwilson.com/elder-care-consultant-aging-parent-consultation-managing-senior-care-needs-meet-with-pamela-d-wilson/Sign up for Pamela's newsletter: 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/CaregivingSpeakPamela D Wilson | Caregiver, Elderly Care & Caregiving Expert provides caregiver tips, support for caregivers, and resources for aging and elder care. Caregiving and aging for parents doesn't have to be challenging with expert caregiver advice, solutions, and strategies based on Pamela's 25 years of experience in care management, dementia care, and as an expert witness. Visit Pamela's website www.PamelaDWilson.com to access online caregiver programs, advice and tips to support caregivers and aging adults.©2018, 2025 Pamela D Wilson. All Rights Reserved

In my conversation I speak with author Sarah Billups about her new book, 'Nervous Systems,' which explores the intersection of anxiety, caregiving, and spirituality. We discuss the importance of presence in everyday life, the beauty found in ordinary moments, and the interconnectedness of suffering and joy. Sarah shares her insights on self-kindness, the challenges of caregiving, and the need for compassion in a divided world. Our conversation emphasizes the significance of mindfulness, writing, and the pursuit of love and acceptance as essential elements of living a fulfilling life. Takeaways The importance of presence in enjoying meals and life experiences. Anxiety is a common experience, even for those who don't identify with it. Caregiving can be both challenging and beautiful, offering moments of presence. Finding beauty in ordinary moments can lead to deeper appreciation of life. Suffering and joy are interconnected, providing a fuller understanding of life. Practicing mindfulness can help us slow down and appreciate life. Self-kindness is essential for personal well-being and kindness to others. Learning to lose can foster compassion and understanding in relationships. The pursuit of love and acceptance is a fundamental human desire. Writing can transcend time and connect us with others' experiences. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Sarah Billups and Her Work 02:58 The Impact of Food and Presence 05:53 Navigating Anxiety and Caregiving 11:52 The Role of Care in Life's Challenges 15:07 Finding Beauty in Ordinary Moments 20:19 Desire, Control, and Acceptance 25:36 The Importance of Letting Go 28:16 Learning to Lose in a Divided World 30:35 Raising Compassionate Kids 31:38 Historical Context of Division 32:31 The Beauty of Grace in Sports 35:19 The Power of Words and Writing 38:58 Finding Connection Through Literature 41:11 The Role of Fiction in Understanding 43:15 The Illusion of Wellness 45:29 The Quest for Dignity 48:28 Practicing Kindness 52:10 Embodiment and Spirituality 53:16 Living an Integrated Life

Send Cathy a text:)In today's episode, we're kicking off the season by building something every caregiver needs but rarely talks about: a rhythm that actually supports you.Caregiving is unpredictable — your days can shift in an instant. But having a gentle rhythm can give you grounding, stability, and pockets of peace in the middle of the chaos. A rhythm won't make caregiving perfect… but it will make caregiving easier.Inside this episode, I walk you through my simple, flexible ANCHOR Method for creating a rhythm that fits your real life:A — Ask about your energy Start with your natural flow, not your to-do list.N — Name your non-negotiables Identify what must happen each day so you can build around it.C — Choose your anchor habits Small grounding rituals — morning, midday, evening — that steady you.H — Hold it loosely Your rhythm should support flexibility, not perfection.O — Organize it visually Make your rhythm easy to remember with simple visual cues.R — Review & reset weekly Your rhythm evolves as your caregiving evolves.You'll also hear a personal story of how rhythm helped me survive one of my hardest caregiving seasons — and how tiny habits became my lifeline.Whether you're craving more ease in your mornings, more calm in your evenings, or just a little breathing room in your day… this episode will help you start creating a rhythm that works for you, not against you.

Caregiving comes with a stack of questions that rarely fit into neat answers—and that's exactly where we go in this episode. We open up about the moments no one posts: the dark days, the quick resets that actually help, and the honest boundary decisions when history with a parent or partner is painful. If you've ever wondered how to stay steady, how to stop resenting the wrong things, or how anyone “does it all,” you're in the right place.I share the mindset tools that keep me functional—gratitude micro-resets, contrast memories that remind me we've made progress, and the simple practice of wearing one hat at a time. We talk about caring for someone you don't love and how shifting roles, sharing duties, or bringing in professional help can be an act of integrity, not abandonment. We also tackle the hot-button topic of resentment: why it belongs with broken systems and scarce resources, not with a person living with dementia who didn't choose this path.If you're a family caregiver, a professional, or a friend trying to show up better, this conversation blends real talk with usable strategies. Subscribe, share with someone who needs it, and send us your caregiving questions. Your question may shape our next deep dive.Support the show"Alzheimer's is heavy but we ain't gotta be!"IG: https://www.instagram.com/parentingupFB: https://www.facebook.com/parentingupYT: https://www.youtube.com/@parentingupTEXT 'PODCAST" to +1 404 737 1449 - to give J topic ideas, feedback, say hi!Be sure to leave us a review!

BELIEVE The #1 priority of Christ's Church is to boldly proclaim the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Acts 4:4, 4:13, 4:19-20, 4:29, 5:14, 6:7, 8:12, 9:31, 9:42, 11:21, 13:48, 14:1, 16:5, 16:34, 17:12, 18:8, 19:20, 28:31 URGENT GOSPEL UnityResponsibilityGraspEmpoweredNavigateTrust --------DAILY DEVOTIONAL WITH RON MOOREGet Ron's Daily Devotional to your inbox each morning; visit biblechapel.org/devo.CAREGIVINGDo you have a need we can pray for? Do you need someone to walk alongside you? Do you know of another person who needs care? Let us know at caregiving@biblechapel.org.GROWTH TRACKWe all have a next step - what's yours? To learn more about our Growth Track and to take your next step, biblechapel.org/connect.

In this powerful and deeply human episode of The Mike Litton Experience, Mike Litton sits down with David Jones—venture capitalist, civic leader, healthcare innovator, and son of David A. Jones Sr., the co-founder of Humana. David shares an extraordinary journey that spans building one of America's largest healthcare companies, navigating the complex realities of caregiving at the end of life, and learning timeless leadership lessons shaped by service, entrepreneurship, and family legacy. Viewers will gain rare insight into: The founding and growth of Humana, from nursing homes to hospitals to insurance Leadership under pressure and the importance of decisive action The broken complexity of the U.S. healthcare system—through the lens of a caregiver The critical role of palliative care and care coordination Loneliness, resilience, and hope for caregivers David's venture capital work and commitment to meaningful innovation The story behind his father's memoir, Always Moving Forward Civic leadership, philanthropy, and building a legacy that lasts generations This episode is raw, thoughtful, and deeply relevant for anyone interested in leadership, healthcare, entrepreneurship, caregiving, or making a meaningful impact. Subscribe to The Mike Litton Experience for more conversations that challenge, inspire, and elevate the human experience. Like, comment, and share this episode with someone who needs to hear it.

Friday, January 9, 2026 - Week 2   Big news in SYNGAP-land, Becky Quick and Matt Quayle have a beautiful SynGAPian named Kaylie & they are launching CNBC Cures! - Wonderful to have more awareness of SYNGAP1, I hope it leads to more diagnoses. - My two favorite quotes from the episode and podcast: “There is no Mission without Money”-BQ & “She has reset our whole life plan…one day I'm going to be gone and is Kaylie going to be ok?”-MQ - Here is our page with all the links! https://www.linkedin.com/posts/curesyngap1_syngap1-curesyngap1-cnbccures-activity-7415094066675216387-32wF curesyngap1.org/kaylie   It's important for us all to remember that it can take time to find our voice. And then use it.   Speaking of using our voice, what can you say? We worked yesterday on Key Talking points which will live here and I will talk about them in the next episode.  https://docs.google.com/document/d/1lXaDQEVwF1K_yAU-RicaJibxb8xoJtldSvnVgopwu00/edit?usp=sharing   First paper of 2026, Challenges of Caregiving in SYNGAP1, STXBP1, and TSC. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41405416/   PUBMED is at 1 for the year. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/?term=syngap1&filter=years.1998-2026&timeline=expanded&sort=date   SOCIAL MATTERS 4,546 LinkedIn.  https://www.linkedin.com/company/curesyngap1/ 1,500 YouTube.  https://www.youtube.com/@CureSYNGAP1 11.2k Twitter https://twitter.com/cureSYNGAP1 45k Insta https://www.instagram.com/curesyngap1/   $CAMP stock is at $6.20 on 8 Jan. ‘26 https://www.google.com/finance/beta/quote/CAMP:NASDAQ   Like and subscribe to this podcast wherever you listen. https://curesyngap1.org/podcasts/syngap10/ Episode 194 of #Syngap10 #CureSYNGAP1 #Podcast

Host: Jeffrey BeseckerGuest: D' Layne Benson, Registered Nurse and Therapeutic Breathwork FacilitatorIn this episode of The Light Inside, we delve into the concept of "false calm" and its implications for emotional regulation and mental health. Our guest, D' Layne Benson, shares her insights on how over-resourcing and cognitive control can mute adaptive feedback signals, leading to short-term quiet but long-term signal loss.We explore how containment and pacing can build capacity, reduce rupture, and allow coherence to emerge without interpretive intrusion. D' Layne explains that true regulation isn't about feeling better but about staying present with what's activated. We discuss how false calm can keep individuals disconnected and how to recognize it in real-time.D' Layne shares her experiences as a registered nurse and how they led her to explore the role of overfunctioning in high-stress careers like healthcare. She highlights the common trend among caregivers who often neglect their own emotional regulation while focusing on others.We also touch on the concept of functional freeze, where individuals appear composed on the outside but are in a state of internal shutdown. D' Layne provides practical advice on how to notice and address these states, both in oneself and in clients.Throughout the episode, we discuss the importance of relational attunement, the impact of early childhood neural imprints on our perception of safety and threat, and the role of cognitive override in burnout. D' Layne emphasizes the need for scheduling rest and reflection, especially for high-performing individuals who use productivity as a defense against emotional discomfort.Finally, we explore the nuances of breathwork as a tool for emotional regulation and how it can help individuals reconnect with their bodies in a safe and controlled manner. D' Layne shares her personal journey and how breathwork played a crucial role in her own healing process.Join us as we unpack these complex topics and provide actionable insights for better emotional regulation and mental well-being.Timestamps[00:03:48] False calm and emotional bypassing.[00:04:36] False calm in caregiving.[00:09:12] Observing emotional dysregulation patterns.[00:11:25] Nervous system and safety perception.[00:15:07] Autonomic nervous system dynamics.[00:22:11] Busyness as emotional shield.[00:26:00] Scheduling time for reflection.[00:27:25] Building authentic self-worth.[00:30:31] Safety and internal narratives.[00:35:04] Doxaxic reasoning and bias.[00:39:31] Curiosity about personal biases.[00:42:43] Caregiving and self-neglect.[00:45:51] Breath as a diagnostic tool.[00:51:45] Self-healing and awareness.[00:52:13] Rhythmic breathing's healing power.[00:56:20] Sustainable change through repetition.[01:00:20] Value and meaning in care.CreditsHost: Jeffrey BeseckerGuest: D' Layne BensonExecutive Program Director: Anna GetzProduction Team: Aloft Media GroupMusic: Courtesy of Aloft Media GroupConnect with host Jeffrey Besecker on LinkedIn.

Send us a text (Note: we are not able to respond but LOVE to hear from you!!)Caregiving does not become overwhelming because we do not care. It becomes overwhelming because everything lives everywhere, and the mental load has nowhere to land.In this episode, Kara shares the system she built to organize medical information, providers, tasks, and caregiving knowledge into one flexible command center you can actually use.

What's the reality behind the role of caregiver that no one talks about? In this deeply honest and compassionate episode of The Self Esteem and Confidence Mindset, we sit down with Shelley Bailey to explore the real challenges of caregiving—the exhaustion, guilt, isolation, emotional toll, and the struggle to maintain your own identity while caring for someone you love.Shelley opens up about her personal caregiving journey, the unexpected difficulties she faced, and the honest truths about what it takes to survive and find strength in one of life's most demanding roles. If you're a caregiver feeling overwhelmed, burned out, or alone in your struggle, this conversation will validate your experience and remind you that you're not alone.You can find more from Shelley here:authorshellybailey.com

If you've ever felt like you spend more time buried in paperwork than with your loved one, you probably do—and it's exhausting. Caregiving expert Pamela Wilson walks Vanessa through the practical legal and financial steps every family caregiver should know. For more from Pamela, you can check out her website or pick up a copy of The Caregiving Trap: Solutions for Life's Unexpected Changes. To connect with the team and gain access to behind the scenes content, join our community at joincampside.com⁠. You can also find us on ⁠Instagram⁠, ⁠TikTok⁠ & ⁠Youtube⁠. If you have questions you want Vanessa to try to answer, or just want to tell us what you think of the show, email us at parents@campsidemedia.com. Can't wait to hear from you! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There are 2.7 million grandparents in the U.S. raising their grandchildren. We are a silent army, often grieving our "Retirement Version" of life while navigating school runs and midnight fevers. In this powerhouse Series 2 premiere, Laura Brazan unveils The 2.7 Million Project Manifesto—a call to action for the "unpaid safety net" of America to move from survival mode to intentional leadership.In this episode, Laura shares a raw, never-before-told look at the midnight phone call that changed her life, the honest "shaky-voice" conversation with her husband, Tom, and the heartbreaking reality of what it means to walk into a "house of fire" to rescue the next generation.Are you suddenly navigating the complex realities of kinship care?Do you find yourself longing for acknowledgment as you trade leisure for late-night diaper changes? The invisible labor and secondary grief of caregiving can leave even the strongest among us feeling unseen. Whether you feel capable or completely overwhelmed, this episode is your reminder that you are the Invisible CEO of your family's rescue mission.In this episode, we explore:The "Ghost Life": How to honor your secondary grief and mourn your retirement dreams without guilt.The 2.7 Million Project: Why your presence is the most sacred thing these children have.The Spiritual Anchor: Finding the "Universal Christ" in the unpolished moments of trauma and tantrum.Tactical Resilience: Practical insights on managing the weight of the "Second Cradle."Welcome to a new era of Grandparents Raising Grandchildren. Through personal stories and the wisdom of experts like Dr. Dale Atkins and Dr. Kate Lund, we provide the toolkit you need for the legal, financial, and emotional hurdles ahead.You are not alone. Your story is honored here. We are 2.7 million strong—still nurturing, and still here.Send us a textThank you for tuning into today's episode. It's been a journey of shared stories, insights, and invaluable advice from the heart of a community that knows the beauty and challenges of raising grandchildren. Your presence and engagement mean the world to us and to grandparents everywhere stepping up in ways they never imagined. Remember, you're not alone on this journey. For more resources, support, and stories, visit our website and follow us on our social media channels. If today's episode moved you, consider sharing it with someone who might find comfort and connection in our shared experiences. We look forward to bringing more stories and expert advice your way next week. Until then, take care of yourselves and each other.Want to be a guest on Grandparents Raising Grandchildren: Nurturing Through Adversity? Send Laura Brazan a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/grgLiked this episode? Share it and tag us on Facebook @GrandparentsRaisingGrandchilden Love the show? Leave a review and let us know! CONNECT WITH US: Website | Facebook