Podcasts about caregiving

After losing her husband, Brian, Adrienne expected grief. What she didn't expect was how grief would slowly disconnect her from the people she loves.In this solo episode of We Didn't Plan for This, Adrienne shares the invisible weight of living in limbo—waiting on probate, facing financial uncertainty, carrying responsibilities that once belonged to two people, and waking up each day with more questions than answers. Every phone call becomes another reminder of what hasn't been resolved, making it harder and harder to reach out to the people who matter most.This isn't just a conversation about losing a spouse. It's about losing pieces of yourself along the way. The version of yourself who you were. If you've ever felt stuck in the waiting, overwhelmed by life's logistics, or quietly disappeared because you simply didn't have anything left to give, this episode is a reminder that you're not alone.If this episode resonates, please share it with someone who might need to hear it. And if you're enjoying We Didn't Plan for This, follow the show, leave a review, and help us reach someone who needs the reminder that they don't have to carry it all alone.Send us Fan MailWe Didn't Plan For This Special SeriesThis series exists because so many of you reached out and said, “I didn't plan for this either.”If you've gone through a diagnosis, a loss, a life change, a career shift, a divorce, becoming a caregiver, moving, starting over — we want to hear your story.EMAIL US: WDPFTPodcast@gmail.comYou don't have to have it figured out. You just have to be willing to share honestly.How Yoga Changed My Life a PodcastSend Us Your Stories!If you have a story about how yoga, meditation, breath work, journaling, or movement changed your life, we want to hear from you! These podcasts are really about the same thing — how people move through the seasons of life they didn't plan for, and what helps them along the way.If you'd like to be on the show or share your story:  Fill out our guest form or email us at yogachanged@gmail.com Follow us on TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@yogachangedFollow us on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/yogachanged/More info, go to https://howyogachangedmylife.comFor th...

Caregiving takes more than anyone sees.   What if the exhaustion, brain fog, and burnout you've been feeling… isn't just in your head—but your body asking for support? In this episode, I'm speaking directly to the caregiver—the one holding everything together behind the scenes. Because when someone you love is diagnosed, the focus rightfully shifts to them. But almost no one talks about what happens to your body while you're surviving it all. We talk about the physical impact of long-term stress, how caregiving affects your detox pathways, energy, and mental clarity—and why waiting until things "calm down" to take care of yourself often leads to deeper burnout. I also share the story behind the Untoxin Method and why I created it specifically for caregivers who need real support, not another overwhelming protocol. This episode is both validation and a path forward—because you deserve to feel supported, too.   LINKS:   Recommended Tools & Resources: The Untoxin Method If you've spent months caring for everyone else while putting your own health last, the Untoxin Method is created for you. This guided 21-day detox program includes a prep week, a 7-day reset, and a gradual transition back to everyday life. You'll receive: A complete detox supplement kit Simple, done-for-you meal plans A step-by-step daily protocol Live coaching and accountability A supportive community of parents and caregivers who understand the journey If you're ready to restore your energy and prioritize your own healing, learn more and register here: https://seasonjohnson.info/join-today   Community & Support Join Thrive Through Cancer Community: Join Thrive Through Cancer Community: https://biodynamicwellness.com/thrive-through-cancer  Thrive Beyond Cancer Program: https://biodynamicwellness.com/thrive-beyond-cancer Learn More About Biodynamic Wellness: https://biodynamicwellness.com Follow us on Instagram: @BiodynamicWellness   Connect with Season: Website: www.seasonjohnson.com Instagram: @seasonjohnson

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The 3 D's of Destruction:1.       Encountering DISTRACTIONSThe problem was that the MISSION became more important than the MASTER.2.       Encountering DOUBT3.       Encountering DISCOURAGEMENTHow do we have a Mary-like mind in a Martha-like world?Encountering CHRIST --------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.

Episode 45 - Dreams for Caregivers - Discover how dreams, intuition and self-compassion can support caregivers with Zen Caregiving author Roy Remer, intuitive channels Stephanie Banks and Alexandra Wenman and Dr Stephen G. Post.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.

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In this episode of Caregiver S.O.S. On Air, host Ron Aaron is joined by comedian, author, speaker, and educator Danny Klein-Modisett, founder of Laughter On Call. Danny shares her journey of navigating her mother’s Alzheimer’s diagnosis and how an unexpected moment of humor transformed her approach to caregiving, leading to the creation of an organization that brings comic relief and connection to seniors, family members, and professional caregivers nationwide. Main Topics Covered The Origin of Laughter On Call: How hiring a comedian to engage her mother led Danny to discover the profound impact of laughter on cognition, mood, and trust. The Science and Benefits of Laughter: How shared humor releases endorphins and dopamine, boosts oxygen intake, improves memory retention, and helps break down the sense of isolation often felt by those with dementia. Affiliative Humor vs. Misuse of Humor: Why inclusive, warm, and bonding humor builds psychological safety, whereas mockery or sarcasm shuts people down. Improv & Stand-Up Tools for Caregivers: How adopting a comedian’s mindset—learning to "reset" after a bad moment, letting go of rigid expectations, and avoiding argument through "Yes, and..." principles—prevents caregiver burnout. Connecting Through Virtual & Corporate Programs: How Laughter On Call expanded during the pandemic to offer interactive virtual workshops, corporate team-building, and workplace morale-boosting. Key Takeaways for Caregivers Laughter Builds Instant Trust: A single moment of shared, authentic laughter can lower defenses, build psychological safety, and foster trust between care recipients and caregivers. Practice the Art of the "Reset": Just like a stand-up comic who recovers after a joke flops, caregivers can benefit from letting go of rigid schedules and quickly resetting when things don't go according to plan. Meet Them Where They Are: "Knowing your audience" in caregiving means accepting the individual’s current reality rather than trying to correct them or pull them into yours. Showing Up Matters: Showing up with reasonable expectations and self-care directly impacts the care recipient’s well-being and helps mitigate caregiver depression. About Dani Dani Klein Modisett is the Founder/CEO of Laughter On Call. She is also a comedian/actor and author of the book, “ Take My Spouse, Please. ” a part-memoir, part how-to for creating shared laughter to keep your marriage happy and healthy. Dani taught Stand-Up at UCLA for 10 years and has coached keynote speakers, business leaders, and Congressional candidates to use more humor in their communication. She has been a speaker at CALA, ICAA, Stanford, MIT, Columbia, UCLA, Dartmouth, Fuqua and Harvard Business School where Laughter On Call is currently being used as a case study. Her TEDx talk was chosen as an Editor’s Pick, “What My Mother’s Alzheimer’s Taught Me About Alzheimer’s" Resources Mentioned Laughter On Call: laughteroncall.com Danny Klein-Modisett: kleincomedy.com Hosts Ron Aaron and Carol Zernial, and their guests talk about Caregiving and how to best cope with the stresses associated with it. Learn about "Caregiver SOS" and the "Teleconnection Hotline" programs. Caregiver SOS On Air is a presentation of the WellMed Charitable Foundation. For more resources, tips, and past episodes, visit caregiversos.org or email your questions to radio@wellmed.net.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Summary Michele Magner shares insights on the importance of infrastructure in our personal lives, caregiving, and success. She emphasizes the need to build systems that support us, especially caregivers, to thrive and avoid burnout. keywordsinfrastructure, caregiving, success, systems, support, wellness, family, resilience, resources, self-care key topicsThe concept of infrastructure in personal and professional lifeThe importance of systems and support for caregiversHow infrastructure impacts success and well-beingPractical ways to build and assess your infrastructureThe role of infrastructure in managing stress and health sound bites"Infrastructure are the tools and systems for success""It's dangerous to rely solely on yourself""You did not sign an infinite contract""Women are dying because of poor infrastructure""You have permission"Chapters00:00 Introduction and Personal Update01:01 Summer Activities and Family Updates01:51 Kids' Current Activities and Success Infrastructure03:47 Personal Infrastructure: Gardening and Observation07:06 Infrastructure in the Marching Band Program08:05 City and Event Infrastructure Examples08:47 Touring and Event Infrastructure Insights10:15 Everyday Infrastructure: Cooking and Food Supply11:14 Definition and Importance of Infrastructure13:16 The Weight of Caregiving and System Failures14:00 The Danger of Sole Responsibility in Caregiving16:00 Health Impacts of Poor Infrastructure and Stress16:50 Reflecting on Personal Family Infrastructure17:49 The Myth of Infinite Caregiving Responsibility19:08 Purpose Beyond Caregiving and Self-fulfillment20:07 Shifting Infrastructure to Support Personal Purpose20:57 Roots of Stability: Nature's Infrastructure21:57 Women and the Toll of Poor Infrastructure23:01 Building Your Personal Infrastructure23:59 Asking for Help and Setting Boundaries25:06 The Cost of Not Asking for Support25:50 Impact of Caregiving on Women's Health and Finances27:06 Preparing for Seasons of Change28:04 Assessing and Improving Your Infrastructure29:07 Letting Go of the 'Do It All' Chapter30:08 Empowerment Through Infrastructure and Self-CareNeed More? Visit www.InspiredCaring.com. This is THE family support & education program that helps families feel calm and confident to make better decisions faster. Inspired Caring is also offered as an annual membership tobusinesses to provide for the families they work with.Connect with Michele Magner:⁠Website⁠⁠E-mail⁠Instagram⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠YouTube⁠Custom podcast music written and produced by Colin Roberts. He does custom songs for any occasion.

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  Caregiving can feel painfully slow. The same responsibilities, struggles, and prayers continue day after day. But slow does not mean aimless. In this episode, I draw from the careful adjustments required for Gracie's new prosthetic legs. A body shaped by decades of trauma cannot be corrected overnight. Neither can a life. God understands what has shaped us, knows exactly what He is correcting, and works with a wisdom that never hurries and never wastes time. I also celebrate eight years of Hope for the Caregiver on American Family Radio, share a small-town Montana story involving our postmaster and an urgent request for Imodium, and return to Ecclesiastes 3:11 with the caregiver hymn of the week, "In His Time." When progress seems glacial and caregiving appears endless, I keep returning to what is true: God makes all things beautiful in His time.

The Care Compass with Nicole Brandon Caregiving in the Fire: Protecting Parents, Finding Resources, and Holding Onto Love Nicole Brandon shares a deeply personal Care Compass episode about protecting aging parents, navigating fiduciary decisions, assisted living, rehab centers, cognitive care, senior day programs, service animals, transportation resources, and the small sacred bonds that keep families connected. A Personal Episode From the Caregiving Front Line In this solo episode of The Care Compass, Nicole Brandon speaks directly to caregivers and families who are trying to navigate the complicated world of aging parents, assisted living, medical care, memory concerns, fiduciary decisions, and quality of life. She explains that instead of bringing on a guest, she wants to share what has been happening in her own family since the last broadcast, hoping that her transparency can help someone else walking a similar path. The transcript frames all medical, legal, fiduciary, service-animal, and care-related comments as Nicole's personal experiences and perspectives rather than independently verified advice. Fighting for the Right Level of Care Nicole describes a painful struggle over whether her parents should be moved into memory care. She says one parent may be approaching the point where memory care could be considered, but she strongly believes her father is not ready for that environment. According to Nicole, a fiduciary had been pushing for both parents to enter memory care as a cost-saving measure, while her father's doctors did not believe such a move would be appropriate. She worries that taking away his independence, friends, activities, and quality of life could cause him to decline quickly, and she emphasizes the emotional toll of fighting systems while trying to protect both parents. The Mental Load of Caregiving A major theme of the episode is the constant pressure caregivers carry. Nicole describes waking up with the question of how to keep her parents safe, spending hours researching agencies, facilities, legal options, adult protective services, veterans' benefits, care plans, and ways to keep her parents together. She speaks honestly about how hard it is to maintain one's own life while living inside someone else's medical and emotional emergency. Missed birthdays, forgotten obligations, endless calls, and nonstop decisions become part of the caregiver's reality. Emergency Mode and the Caregiver Brain Nicole spends time explaining what she has learned about how the brain can stay in “emergency mode” even after the immediate crisis passes. She compares it to a car stuck in the wrong gear: after a hospitalization, stroke, feeding-tube surgery, cancer treatment, fall, or other crisis, both the patient and the caregiver may remain mentally locked in survival mode. She says this can create fogginess, difficulty sequencing tasks, and a feeling of being out of sorts. For Nicole, understanding this helped her make sense of why caregivers can struggle to return to normal routines after weeks or months of crisis. Cognitive Support and Brain Reactivation Nicole shares that she was introduced to a cognitive-development agency that, in her words, works with seniors to keep the brain sharp, support memory, improve sequencing, and reactivate brain pathways. She says her father is participating in the program online several days a week, and she is encouraged by what she sees in his thinking, balance, and brain activity. Nicole plans to bring representatives from the organization on the show so listeners can learn directly about their work. She also wonders whether caregivers who participate alongside seniors may benefit from the exercises as well. Resources, Experts, and the Refusal to Give Up Nicole encourages listeners who are facing trauma, illness, Parkinson's, stroke recovery, Lyme disease, shingles, cancer, or other challenges to reach out and share what they are going through. She says there are more resources, specialists, technologies, nutrition options, support systems, and research pathways than people often realize when they first hear a frightening diagnosis. Her message is that a difficult diagnosis should not automatically close the door on hope. Instead, she wants The Care Compass to become a place where experts, specialists, caregivers, and families can connect around practical solutions. Conversations That Become Mountains Nicole reflects on the difficult conversations families must eventually have, such as taking away a parent's car keys. She remembers going through that process with her own parents and watching her father previously face the same issue with his own father. She explains that some conversations may sound simple from the outside, but for the family living them, each one can feel like a mountain. Whether the issue is driving, oxygen, dialysis, full-time care, a feeding schedule, or mobility, each decision carries emotional weight because it touches independence, dignity, safety, and love. Senior Day Camp and Social Care One resource Nicole highlights with excitement is the idea of senior day camp or adult day care. She describes it as a place where older adults can socialize, enjoy activities, hear music, play games, receive meals, and have access to staff and medical support. She compares it to day camp for children or even dog day care, emphasizing that seniors also need joy, structure, stimulation, and companionship. For families who work during the day, cannot afford full-time care, or worry about leaving a parent alone, Nicole sees adult day care as a powerful option that can create safety and happiness at the same time. Rehab Centers Are Not All the Same Nicole shares one of the strongest warnings in the episode: not all rehab centers are equal. She describes nearly losing her mother in one rehab facility and says she had to intervene directly, call her mother's primary doctor, and get her moved to the hospital. At the same time, she also describes another rehab center as a “gem,” where staff treated her mother with love, encouragement, and urgency when needed. Her point is that a list provided by a hospital does not guarantee equal quality, and families must advocate, observe, ask questions, and trust their instincts. Service Dogs, Companion Animals, and Healing Presence A softer and hopeful section of the episode centers on Nicole's dogs, especially Heaven, whom she describes as a trained medical dog. Nicole shares stories of Heaven sensing distress, receiving medical and pediatric training, and helping comfort a young girl on a plane whose mother was being deployed. She also describes how Heaven helped a flight attendant who had been afraid of dogs gradually feel safe enough to hold her. Nicole uses this story to talk more broadly about the healing value of animals, including medical-alert dogs, service dogs, companion dogs, pets for seniors, and animals that bring calm, safety, and emotional support. Transportation, Companions, and Practical Daily Help Nicole also points to practical resources that can make caregiving easier, including senior transportation, drivers who take older adults to appointments, companions who sit with them during long waits, and caregivers who match the personality and needs of the person receiving care. She explains that her father does not only need transportation; he needs someone who can engage him, listen to his jokes, play music, dance with him, and keep him company through long medical appointments. Her broader message is that care is not only about logistics — it is also about preserving joy, personality, and human connection. Small Safety Changes and Simple Tools Nicole reminds listeners that not every caregiving improvement has to be expensive or complicated. She gives the example of using soft baby-proofing bumpers around sharp bathroom sink edges to prevent injuries from falls. For her, even a small, inexpensive item can make a major difference in safety. She encourages caregivers to look for practical tools, home modifications, services, and supports that can make life happier, safer, more peaceful, and more manageable for aging parents and for the people caring for them. The Sacred “Special” Between Loved Ones The closing section becomes deeply personal as Nicole shares the running family story that her father has always told her he is from Mars because he has one blue eye and one brown eye. Since childhood, he told her that Martian daddies have two different-colored eyes and invisible antennas, and that he came to Earth to guide her to greatness. Now, as he ages, that private family mythology has become more precious than ever. Nicole encourages listeners to find their own “special” connection with a loved one: an inside joke, emoji, word, sign, sound, butterfly, bell, or shared symbol that can keep love alive even when conversation becomes difficult. Walking With Caregivers Through the Dark Nicole closes by explaining why she created The Care Compass: she wished someone had been there to guide her through the caregiving maze, and now she wants to offer that guidance to others. She invites listeners to write in with questions, experiences, resource needs, and expert recommendations. Her final message is one of companionship: caregivers are not alone, help exists, and even the hardest path can turn toward light when people walk it together.

Lucy Schiller, a nonfiction writer and the author of Aging Out: An Exploration of Caregiving, Community, and How Americans Grow Old (Flatiron Books, 2026), shares what she learned when she investigated aging and eldercare, following her personal experience with her grandmother during the pandemic. Photo: Male healthcare worker helping senior woman sit in chair - stock photo   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

When your child receives a diagnosis, everything changes. In this heartfelt episode, Katie Taylor welcomes back Jessica Patay, founder of We Are Brave Together, to discuss the emotional realities of caregiving, raising a son with Prader-Willi syndrome and autism, and why supporting the mental health of caregiving moms is essential. Jessica shares how a mentor mom transformed her own journey after her son's diagnosis and how that experience inspired her to create We Are Brave Together, a thriving community supporting thousands of caregiving mothers worldwide. She also introduces her newest book, Suddenly Brave Together, a collection of letters written by experienced caregiving moms to families navigating a new diagnosis. Together, Katie and Jessica explore the importance of community, finding hope through shared experiences, navigating the transition into adult healthcare, and why caregivers deserve just as much support as the children they care for. Whether you're parenting a child with a rare disease, disability, medical complexity, neurodivergence, or chronic illness, this conversation is a reminder that you never have to walk this journey alone. In This Episode: 1:58 – Meet Jessica Patay and her family's journey with Prader-Willi syndrome 5:45 – What is We Are Brave Together? 8:10 – Jessica's new book, Suddenly Brave Together 11:05 – The letter Jessica wrote to newly diagnosed moms 13:10 – Why caregiver mental health matters 15:55 – The mentor mom who changed everything 17:15 – How moms can become Connection Circle leaders 21:30 – Supporting moms navigating behavioral challenges 23:15 – Where to find Jessica's books and resources 24:15 – Transitioning from pediatric to adult healthcare 27:45 – Why caregivers still need a village after childhood 30:45 – Creating spaces where caregivers feel seen, not judged 32:45 – Why supporting moms strengthens the entire family Resources Mentioned • We Are Brave Together: https://www.wearebravetogether.org • Learn about Connection Circles and caregiver retreats • Suddenly Brave Together and Becoming Brave Together Connect with Us Instagram: @childlifeoncall + @insidethechildrenshospital Subscribe: Never miss an episode on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Visit insidethechildrenshospital.com to search stories and episodes easily Leave a Review: It helps other families find us and access our resources Medical information shared in this episode is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Please consult your care team for guidance specific to your child and family. Keywords:  Prader-Willi syndrome, We Are Brave Together, caregiver mental health, caregiving moms, special needs parenting, medically complex children, rare disease parenting, autism parenting, caregiver support, parent support community, new diagnosis support, disability parenting, family caregiving, pediatric to adult healthcare transition, Connection Circles, caregiver burnout, parenting after diagnosis, medically complex parenting, Jessica Patay, caregiving community  

Heather Butchen is a care partner for her husband Jeff, who was diagnosed with early-onset Parkinson's disease at 51 years old. Over the past decade-plus, Heather has navigated the evolving challenges that come with a progressive disease — and a few years ago, she and Jeff reached a major milestone when he underwent Deep Brain Stimulation surgery, known as DBS. In this episode, Heather shares practical wisdom from her caregiving journey. We talk about how she keeps a dedicated medical journal to stay organized across doctor's appointments and support group meetings, and how those notes proved invaluable when they were ready to explore DBS surgery. Heather also shares how she and Jeff co-founded a Parkinson's support group back in 2014 that is still going strong today. She shares her "do it now" philosophy when it comes to travel, including smart tips for navigating airports with a hidden disability using the Sunflower Lanyard program. She talks candidly about the creativity it takes to keep a care partner engaged in physical activity — and why boxing has been an ideal activity for Jeff. We also get into the tender aspects of their partnership — how they've simplified family gatherings to reduce stress, how they use conversation cards at dinner to reconnect and go deeper after 31 years of marriage, and what it has looked like to rediscover each other as their kids have grown and moved out. And we absolutely talk about Heather's own self-care routines, which include walking catch-ups with friends, Pilates, Mahjong, and her favorite snacks. Show notes with product and resource links: https://bit.ly/HHCPod233 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

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Welcome to the Grief Series, a collection of conversations about the grief woven throughout our lives with some extraordinary women bringing their raw, vulnerable stories to the mic. I hope you see yourself somewhere in these stories.…This episode is for anyone who has ever had to keep showing up while watching someone they love disappear. My guest, Cait Howard, has experienced profound loss while building a business, raising three little girls, and navigating the many roles life has asked of her. Somehow, through all of it, she has kept moving forward. She brought so much honesty, wisdom, and heart to this conversation, and I think it's one you'll carry with you long after it ends.TOPICS WE EXPLORELosing two parents in a short period of time Being a new mom && a caregiver at the same timeThe guilt of being pulled in every direction at onceHow subconscious work changed the way she moved through her mom's illnessBig G grief && little G griefHow she protects herself through the griefNavigating a business partnership with your husband through lossWhat she wishes someone had told herTHE POINTGrief doesn't have an endpoint. It has seasons && the only way through it is to let it be your own.ABOUT CAITCait Howard is the founder of Amplify Boutique, a podcast launch and management agency, and co-host of the Podcasting Moms Conference. She helps women get their voices && messages into the world through podcasting… she does it from just outside Nashville with her husband && their three little girls.Find her on Instagram @heycaithoward and at amplifyboutique.com.MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODEAmplify Boutique (Cait's podcast agency)Shamelessly Ambitious Soundcheck (free curated episode playlists)Work with AshAre you loving it? Send Ash a text! MORE ABOUT ASHI'm Ash McDonald — the Entrepreneur's Therapist. Trained therapist, seasoned entrepreneur, mom of 3, && the person you call when your business coach doesn't get your brain && your therapist doesn't get your business.I built the thing I couldn't find anywhere else: whole-picture support that holds your strategy && your humanity in the same conversation at the same time. LINKS:Work with me 1:1 → Deep CutsFast-track your results → The Green RoomSolve one thing right now → Studio SessionsBurnout-proof your life && business → MixtapeGet your free podcast playlists → The SoundcheckWeekly emails that tell you what your business coach won't && your therapist can't → Subscribe to The BeatWebsite: ashmcdonaldmentoring.com

When aging parents face unexpected health crises, families without a financial safety net experience high stress and relationship challenges. Learn how adults of all ages can learn to develop protective aging and elder care strategies.Caregiving expert Pamela D. Wilson offers professional caregiving guidance and tips to help you learn to self-direct health care, choose a long-term care strategy, and protect yourself from Social Security-related financial risks you may be unaware of.Learn the importance of creating individual and family plans for aging that support financial security, day-to-day stability, and confidence, and that allow you to manage your health and create financial stability for yourself, your elderly parents, and future generations.For professional family caregiver support and advice about health, healthcare, financial, legal, and family dynamics around caregiving and eldercare, including private, family elder care mediation, visit Pamela's website at www.PamelaDWilson.comRequest a professional 1:1 virtual, family caregiver consultation, or private family elder mediation session with Pamela D Wilson: https://pameladwilson.com/elder-care-consultant-aging-parent-consultation-managing-senior-care-needs-meet-with-pamela-d-wilson/Learn how private family elder care mediation can preserve family relationships and create frameworks for problem-solving and decision-making: https://pameladwilson.com/elder-care-mediator/Listen to The Caring Generation podcast on Wilson's website: https://pameladwilson.com/caregiver-radio-programs-the-caring-generation/Learn about Pamela D Wilson, her professional background, and her experience: https://pameladwilson.com/pamela-d-wilson-story/Learn about Pamela D Wilson as an expert witness in caregiving, guardianship, fiduciary litigation, care management, and non-medical in-home care: https://pameladwilson.com/conservatorship-guardianship-expert-witness/ https://pameladwilson.com/expert-witness-caregiving-home-care-guardianship/ https://pameladwilson.com/power-of-attorney-advisor-or-protector/Check out Pamela's online course Caring for Aging Parents: https://pameladwilson.com/support-caring-for-elderly-parents-overwhelmed-caregiver-support-online-course/Sign up for Pamela's caregiver newsletter: https://pameladwilson.com/contact/Invite Pamela to speak to your company or group. Learn more and download a copy of her speaker's kit: https://pameladwilson.com/caregiving-speaker-aging-parents-expert-advocate-keynotes-presentations-digital-caregiver-programs/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 is a professional family caregiving and eldercare expert. As a caregiving consultant, expert witness, eldercare mediator and speaker, she provides caregiver advice and tips, individual and family caregiver support, and resources for aging and elder care decision-making. Pamela's 25 years of professional experience inform caregiving discussions, eldercare strategies, and care plans that encompass health, healthcare, financial, and legal aspects, as well as family dynamics. Visit Pamela's website at www.PamelaDWilson.com to access caregiver resources, online courses, her caregiving blog, library, book, videos, and podcast transcripts, offering practical advice and tips for aging adults and family caregivers providing elder care support. ©2018, 2026 Pamela D Wilson. All Rights Reserved

A single ticket can feel like a confession when you're a caregiver. I'm  telling one of the most vulnerable stories I've shared yet: how I tried to take care of myself while parenting up and carrying the heavy reality of dementia caregiving after my father died. The only reason I'm responsible for my mama the way I am comes back to that loss, and the grief still shows up in unexpected places.When the New York Knicks finally made the NBA Finals and the schedule landed Game 4 on my dad's birthday, I couldn't shake the pull. I wrestle with the price, the practicality, and the voice saying I should stay home and do the “reasonable” thing. But I've been practicing surrender and listening for intuition. That decision takes me all the way to Madison Square Garden alone, surrounded by die-hard fans, and straight into a moment I still can't explain.Here's the part that changed me: in a sold-out arena, the seat right next to mine stayed empty for the entire game. Add a wild comeback, a loud New York soundtrack, a wave of raw emotion, and suddenly this isn't only a basketball story, it's a caregiver burnout story, an Alzheimer's awareness story, and a grief story about honoring a parent and letting yourself receive comfort. If you've ever wondered what real self-care looks like when you're holding everything together, this one is for you.Subscribe on your favorite podcast app, share this with a caregiver in your life, and leave a review if it hits home. What's the most unexpected place you've found healing?Exec. Producer/Host: J Smiles ComedyProducer: Mia Hall Editor: Annelise Udoye 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! 

In this episode of Talk Law Radio, host Todd Marquardt sits down with Jill Piazzi, Advanced Professional Aging Life Care Manager and owner of Gray Matters, to discuss the critical nuances of navigating senior care, caregiver support, and the societal fight against ageism. Drawing from over three decades of professional experience in gerontology and her own personal family journey, Jill shares essential insights into proactive care planning, family dynamics, and advocating for the dignity of older adults. Key Topics Covered The Role of an Aging Life Care Manager: What a certified care manager does, how they advocate for families, and why having a professional step in can help hold healthcare facilities and providers accountable. Proactive Planning vs. Crisis Response: Why families shouldn't wait for a medical emergency to establish care teams, evaluate finances, and understand benefit limitations (such as Medicare vs. out-of-pocket care). Navigating Complex Family Dynamics: How care managers act as neutral advocates during family meetings, mediate disagreements between adult children, and prioritize the actual wishes of the aging parent. Reframing Aging & Ending Ageism: Insights into the Reframing Aging initiative, how internalized ageism and everyday language (like "senior moment") impact perception, and why treating older adults as active, competent decision-makers matters in everyday life and healthcare settings. Staying Active & Purpose-Driven: The importance of lifelong learning, volunteering (such as through Oasis), and keeping older adults connected to their communities. Key Takeaways Build Your Care Team Early: Don't wait until a fall or crisis occurs to assign roles, review legal/financial plans, and discuss direct care responsibilities. Shift the Narrative on Language: Simple changes—such as using "older adult" rather than terms associated with declining competence—help dismantle systemic and internalized ageism. Advocate for Patient Autonomy: In medical and family settings, ensure the older adult remains the primary voice in decisions impacting their life as long as possible. Care Managers as Family Advocates: For long-distance families or overwhelmed caregivers, hiring an Aging Life Care Manager provides on-the-ground support, routine check-ins, and checks and balances for facility care. Connect with the Guest & Host Jill Piazzi (Gray Matters): Phone: 210-363-3554 Email: graymatters64@gmail.com Todd Marquardt: Marquardt Law Firm | TalkLawRadio.com The mission of Talk Law Radio is to help you discover your legal issue blind spots by listening to me talk about the law on the radio. The state bar of Texas is the state agency that governs attorney law licenses. The State Bar wants attorneys to inform the public about the law but does not want us to attempt to solve your individual legal problems upon the basis of general information. Instead, contact an attorney like Todd A. Marquardt at Marquardt Law Firm, P.C. to discuss your specific facts and circumstances of your unique situation. www.TalkLawRadio.com Join Todd Marquardt every week for exciting law talk on Talk Law Radio! -Sponsored by Marquardt Law Firm and Financial Planning HQ -Go to marquardtlawfirm.com and financialplanninghq.netSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The power of Christian faith rests not in its size (us) but its object (Jesus).Mark 5:24-35, Luke 7:47-50, Mark 2:5-11 The power of Christian faith rests not in its size (us) but its object (Jesus); thus, we trust God's hidden will over our will.John 14:13, John 15:16, 1 John 5:13-14, Matthew 26:39, Deuteronomy 29:29 The power of Christian faith rests not in its size (us) but its object (Jesus); thus, we obey God's revealed Word over our will.Deuteronomy 29:29 --------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.

Buying a home, building good credit, preparing for retirement, and navigating the markets all require looking beyond today's headlines. Shanna Squires of Henssler Mortgage Advisors joins us to explain what actually happens during the mortgage process — from pre-approval to closing — including why pre-approval may not always be what you can afford, why lenders ask for so much documentation, and how your mortgage lender should be working with you every step of the way  before getting the keys.After the break, we also explore the growing divide in consumer credit, as more Americans achieve top-tier credit scores while others struggle with record credit card balances and how it mirrors our K-shaped economy.We examine the changing realities of retirement as more Baby Boomers choose to upsize instead of downsize, reflecting a shift toward multigenerational living, entertaining, and homes designed to support aging in place.We close with a look at the latest earnings season, why investors are becoming more selective about companies' AI spending, and whether the other 493 companies in the S&P 500 can help broaden market leadership. Join hosts Nick Antonucci, CVA, CEPA, Director of Research, and Managing Associates K.C. Smith, CFP®, CEPA, and D.J. Barker, CWS®, and Kelly-Lynne Scalice, a seasoned communicator and host, on Henssler Money Talks as they explore key financial strategies to help investors navigate market uncertainty. Henssler Money Talks July 25, 2026  |  Season 40, Episode 30Timestamps and Chapters6:36: Inside the Mortgage Process24:16: A Tale of Two Credit Economies33:41: Aging in Place—or Living Larger44:05: Investors Questioning AI SpendingFollow Henssler:  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HensslerFinancial/ YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/c/HensslerFinancial LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/henssler-financial/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hensslerfinancial/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hensslerfinancial?lang=en X: https://www.x.com/hensslergroup “Henssler Money Talks” is brought to you by Henssler Financial. Sign up for the Money Talks Newsletter: https://www.henssler.com/newsletters/ Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards Center for Financial Planning, Inc. owns and licenses the certification marks CFP®, CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER®, and CFP® (with plaque design) in the United States to Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc., which authorizes individuals who successfully complete the organization's initial and ongoing certification requirements to use the certification marks.See important disclosures at Henssler.com

Legacy, leadership, aging parents, and compassion. Dave explores how today's choices shape tomorrow's memories and the life people will remember.

Meet more kids like Luke at a Joni and Friends family retreat! Find out more details at www.joniandfriends.org. -------- 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.

Our continuing series featuring the personal stories of dementia has revealed something: Caregiving is critical in a person's dementia journey. Miles for Memories also knows a caregiver sometimes needs help and advice.This time on Creating Dementia Solutions, Miles for Memories founder Sherii Sherban talks about a new caregiving concept under development called Caregivers for Alzheimer's and Related Dementia Support (CARDS). Sherii shares how the concept features a mentoring program, what will be a 24-hour online resource center - and the chance for anyone to be part of a dementia caregiver coalition.Episode ResourcesMiles for Memories websiteMiles for Memories technologySherii Sherban talks to Community Matters about MFM technologyMore Creating Dementia Solutions episodesABOUT MILES FOR MEMORIESMiles For Memories is a Calhoun County, Michigan organization created in 2013 to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer's Disease. Later in 2014, the vision was expanded to include all types of dementia. MFM raises money each year through sponsorships, community events, and grants to gather funds to create local programming for both the person living with dementia and the caregiver. Along with local efforts, 20% of the funds to prevention-related dementia research. Miles for Memories is a committee of 70-plus volunteers and are always looking for more to get involved.

All Home Care Matters and our host, Lance A. Slatton were honored to welcome Rebekah Dowhy & David Beeton as guests to the show.   About Rebekah Dowhy:   Rebekah is the President of the Caregiving Support Network, a ministry offering prayer, community, and practical support to family caregivers. Her most important role was being a primary caregiver to her Mom, Sherrie who had Multiple Sclerosis for 21 years.   About David Beeton:   David is the Vice President of Programs for the Caregiving Support Network. He is also serving as a Congregational Care Prayer Director at his church: Experience Community Church in Cannon County, Tennessee. He was a caregiver for his wife Sherrie, who had Multiple Sclerosis for 21 years.   About Caregiving Support Network:   The Caregiving Support Network ministry equips churches to reach caregivers in their community through prayer, community, and practical help. By working with the Caregiving Support Network, churches can show an unreached people group the love of Jesus.

After taking some time away to help my family through my dad's open-heart surgery, I'm back with a new episode of Uncommon Sense with Ginny Robinson. Thank you to everyone who reached out and supported my family during this time.Today, I share my opinions on several current events. I discuss why I believe America must remain a sovereign nation and why I have concerns about the growing military relationship between the United States and Israel, including why I believe these actions raise real constitutional and legal questions.I also share my thoughts on the continued loss of American service members in the Iran War and explain why the United States should NOT be involved in another foreign war.Finally, I discuss the assassination of Charlie Kirk and how it is connected to the Epstein files, and why I think Americans deserve greater transparency and accountability from those in power.--https://www.youversion.com/bible-app

Hillary Sterling was a Brooklyn kid raised on cream cheese sandwiches and canned potatoes. So how did she become one of New York City's best chefs? The Ci Siamo executive chef explains on the second episode of Better in Person. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What will it take to build a long-term care system that truly works for everyone? In this episode, AgingIN CEO Susan Ryan welcomes Robert Espinoza, founder of the CareWorks Project, for a thought-provoking conversation about reimagining care through innovation, equity, and collaboration. Robert shares the personal experiences that shaped his career and introduces the concept of the "caregiving divide," the growing gap between the care people need and the care they actually receive. Together, Susan and Robert explore the urgent need for person-centered and worker-centered solutions, including a universal direct care workforce framework, the promise of artificial intelligence in home care, and the role of public-private partnerships in transforming the future of aging. This episode offers a deeper understanding of the systemic challenges facing long-term care and the bold ideas and collaborative approaches that can help create a more compassionate, sustainable future for older adults, caregivers, and the workforce that supports them. More information about the CareWorks Project here: https://www.careworksproject.co/ More information about AgingIN's upcoming conference here: https://aginginnovationconference.org

Welcome back to the willGather Podcast. I'm Nicole Will, and if you've been wondering where I've been, thank you for your patience. Over the past year, life has stretched me in ways I never expected. I've experienced incredible joy, heartbreaking loss, new opportunities, and powerful reminders of what really matters. Through it all, I found myself returning to the same themes that have always shaped this podcast: caregiving, connection, community, and the people who walk beside us through life's hardest and most beautiful moments. This episode is a little different. It's just you and me. I'm sharing some personal reflections from this past year, from supporting my best friend after a life-changing accident, to the lessons caregiving continues to teach me, to my new role with Rendever and why I believe social health is one of the most important conversations we need to be having. I'll also share what's ahead for the podcast, why I'm launching a new thought leadership series in partnership with Rendever called The Future of Community, and why I believe the future of healthy aging has less to do with living longer and everything to do with how we care for one another. I thought the best way to come back was simply to sit down and talk with you. No guest. No agenda. Just a chance to share where life has taken me, what I've been learning along the way, and where I hope we're headed together. One last thing I've been reminded of this summer as I've taken time away from the podcast: don't underestimate the power of fun. Go to the concert. Jump in the lake. Take the trip. Sit on the patio a little longer. Laugh until your stomach hurts. We spend so much of our lives waiting for the "right time," but joy has a way of healing us in the middle of ordinary days. Get outside. Be with people you love. Make memories. Sometimes the most productive thing we can do is simply live.     To learn more about Rendever visit HERE. To learn more about CommunityOS visit HERE.   We are not medical professionals and are not providing any medical advice. If you have any medical questions, we recommend that you talk with a medical professional of your choice. willGather has taken care in selecting its speakers but the opinions of our speakers are theirs alone. Thank you for your continued interest in our podcasts. Please follow for updates, rate & review! For more information about our guest, podcast & sponsorship opportunities, visit www.willgatherpodcast.com Instagram: @willgather Facebook: WillGather

As therapists and health practitioners, caring for other people can feel automatic, while caring for yourself can feel uncomfortable, overly indulgent, or like something you will finally get to once everyone else is okay. When your work is built around caring for clients, a team, a family, and a community, continually placing yourself last is not sustainable — especially when the structure of your practice leaves little room for your own needs.In this first-ever compilation episode of Money Skills for Therapists: The Podcast, Linzy revisits conversations with Maegan Megginson, Karen Dyck & Melissa Tiessen, Kasey Compton, and Darya Zuychenko about why self-sacrifice can feel so normal for therapists and healers, and what it looks like to build a private practice that makes room for you, too. Together, these conversations explore how professional training and cultural conditioning can shape the way therapists set their schedules, fees, and boundaries; why self-care needs to be part of the workday itself; and how self-love and self-awareness affect leadership.Linzy also reflects on her own years in private practice and the difference between being technically available for a session and having the energy to offer your best work. Her experience shows why repeatedly overriding your limits to fit in one more client has a cost, not only for your own well-being and your life outside work, but also for the quality of care you are able to offer.If you have been working beyond your limits, organizing your schedule around everyone else, or struggling to make space for a life outside your practice, this episode will help you look at your needs with more honesty, compassion, and curiosity. Instead of treating your well-being and client care as competing priorities, these conversations invite you to consider what becomes possible when the structure of your practice supports both.Timestamps:03:46 - Why Healers Build Businesses That Serve Everyone Else05:13 - Caregiving, Self-Sacrifice, and Who Becomes a Therapist06:20 - What Licensing and Training Teach Therapists About Value07:46 - Patriarchy, Business, and Putting Yourself Last09:35 - Why This Is More Than a Boundary Problem10:08 - How Gender and Professional Training Shape the Workday11:38 - Why Self-Care Needs to Happen During Work13:59 - The Four Cs of Therapist Self-Care14:37 - Believing That Your Own Needs Matter15:11 - Self-Love, Money, and Achievement17:43 - Self-Awareness as a Leadership Skill19:39 - What Your Boundaries Are Protecting20:10 - When You Disappear from Your Own Life21:13 - Making Life More Compelling Than Work23:30 - What Overriding Your Limits Costs23:59 - The Energetic Cost of One More Client24:27 - Seeing Clients Outside Your Best Hours26:02 - Are You Actually Doing Your Best Work?26:40 - Small Schedule Changes That Give Energy Back28:07 - Linzy's Closing Reflection and Listener InvitationConversations Featured in This Episode:Episode 16 - How to Create a Burnout-Proof Business with Maegan MegginsonEpisode 162 - Redefining Self-Care in Private Practice with Karen Dyck & Melissa TiessenEpisode 92 - Self-Love as a Missing Piece with Money with Kasey ComptonEpisode 28 - Creating Work-Life Balance in Private Practice (Coaching Session) with Darya ZuychenkoEpisode 145FF - The Real Cost of Overbooking Yourself as a TherapistShare Your Favorite Podcast Moment:We would love to know which guest, episode, topic, or specific moment from Money Skills for Therapists: The Podcast has stayed with you. Email hello@moneynutsandbolts.com or send a message through the contact page to share your favorite and help the Money Skills team decide which conversations to revisit in future compilation episodes.About Linzy Bonham:Linzy Bonham is a therapist turned money coach who helps private practice owners and health professionals feel calm, confident, and in control of their finances through her podcast, free workshops and comprehensive programs: Money Skills for Therapists and Money Skills for Group Practice Owners. It all started when she saw her extremely skilled colleagues struggle with the money side of business, with some leaving private practice, or avoiding starting one, because managing finances was simply too stressful.Linzy set out to support helpers and healers with developing peace of mind about their money. Since so many were never taught money skills, she focuses on the “how” of making the business side of private practice doable — and even super satisfying. You can learn more about Linzy and her work at https://moneyskillsfortherapists.com/about.And you can follow along on social media here:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/linzybonham/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moneyskillsfortherapists/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/moneynutsandboltsIf you want to feel more calm and confident about your money, join one of Linzy's free online workshops for private practice owners who want practical support with money mindset, avoidance, and the technical side of managing business finances. Explore upcoming workshops and save your spot or register to get the replay: https://moneyskillsfortherapists.com/workshopsYou can also join the new private WhatsApp community to connect with other therapists, health practitioners, and podcast listeners. Submit your request here to join today.

Hey, it's Katie and I want to welcome you to this special bonus episode. It'll be here for you completely ad-free for the next week so you can get a feel of what it's like to be a PREMIUM member. If you'd like an easy ad-free experience for all of our podcasts - that's over 200 episodes each month, then JOIN PREMIUM today at https://WomensMeditationNetwork.com/premium Caring for everyone else can leave little space to care for yourself. This restorative meditation offers moms a chance to recharge emotionally, release stress, and reconnect with balance, compassion, and inner calm. Perfect for caregivers, moms of special needs children, family caregivers, self-care, and stress relief. Love,

Learn about mindfulness and compassion-based tools to nurture and empower caregivers as they serve the needs of others. About the guest: Roy Remer is the executive director of the Zen Caregiving Project in San Francisco and the lead creator of the Mindful Caregiving Education curriculum. He is an educator and end-of-life caregiver since 1997 and… Continue reading Ep. 556 Zen Caregiving: A Mindful Approach to Caring for Others with Roy Remer

The indwelling of the eternal living Spirit of God empowers a Christian's salvation, sanctification, and glorification.John 4:3-42, John 7:37-39, Titus 3:5, John 6:44, Acts 2:38, John 14:25-26, Ephesians 1:13-14, Romans 8:11 The eternal need of every person is Jesus.John 4:27-30, 39-42 The eternal priority of every Christian is to proclaim Jesus.John 4:31-38, Luke 19:10 --------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.

For forty years I've said that healthy caregivers make better caregivers—and this week that truth became personal in a new way. In this episode, I share an update following my recent cancer treatment and explain why caregivers must be willing to care for themselves if they hope to care well for others. Then I tell a story that could only happen in Montana. Two strangers drove up our mountain road looking for a man named "Don," leading to an unforgettable conversation with a sheriff's deputy that challenged the way I think about responsibility, self-reliance, and being a good neighbor. Along the way, we'll laugh about a small-town post office, reflect on the lessons hidden in everyday life, and revisit Andraé Crouch's timeless hymn, "Bless the Lord, O My Soul," and why it has meant so much to Gracie and me through decades of caregiving. Whether you're caring for a spouse, parent, child, or friend—or simply trying to live faithfully where God has planted you—I hope this conversation encourages you to prepare well, shoulder your responsibilities with grace, and remember that hope is never far away. Healthy caregivers make better caregivers. And healthy caregivers help make stronger families.  There's more at Caregiver.substack.com

Continuing the next series of Creating Dementia Solutions episodes, we explore the real-life experiences of individuals and families affected by dementia.Through intimate conversations, each episode shares a unique story — from early memories and the moment of diagnosis to the challenges, small victories, and emotional journeys that follow. Also discussed is the caregiving component – and how folks have stepped into the caregiving role in support of a loved one with dementia.This time, Stacy Wines - CEO of Carewell Services Southwest in Battle Creek - talks about her caregiving experiences. Like many, they started early and evolved personally - and in a career.Episode ResourcesMiles for Memories websiteMiles for Memories technologySherii Sherban talks to Community Matters about MFM technologyMore Creating Dementia Solutions episodesABOUT MILES FOR MEMORIESMiles For Memories is a Calhoun County, Michigan organization created in 2013 to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer's Disease. Later in 2014, the vision was expanded to include all types of dementia. MFM raises money each year through sponsorships, community events, and grants to gather funds to create local programming for both the person living with dementia and the caregiver. Along with local efforts, 20% of the funds to prevention-related dementia research. Miles for Memories is a committee of 70-plus volunteers and are always looking for more to get involved.

About this episode:   Between a growing aging population, the emergence of new technologies, and cuts to Medicaid spending, the landscape of American caregiving is shifting. In this episode: Researcher Jennifer Wolff walks through changes in caregiving trends, underscores the importance of more research on the topic, and highlights new programs that aim to support older adults and their caregivers. Guest:  Dr. Jennifer Wolff is an expert in policy relating to the care of persons with complex health needs and disabilities, the Eugene and Mildred Lipitz Professor in Health Policy and Management, and director of the Roger and Flo Lipitz Center to Advance Policy in Aging and Disability. Host:  Lindsay Smith Rogers, MA, is the producer of the Public Health On Call podcast, an editor for Expert Insights, and the director of content strategy for the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health.  Show links and related content:  About NHATS & NSOC—NHATS The Number Of Family Caregivers Helping Older US Adults Increased From 18 Million To 24 Million, 2011–22—Health Affairs Cognitive assessment & care plan services—http://Medicare.gov GUIDE (Guiding an Improved Dementia Experience) Model—http://CMS.gov America's Caregiver Crisis—Public Health On Call (July 2025) The Potential Impacts of Cuts to Medicaid—Public Health On Call (March 2025) Transcript information: Looking for episode transcripts? Open our podcast on the Apple Podcasts app (desktop or mobile) or the Spotify mobile app to access an auto-generated transcript of any episode. Closed captioning is also available for every episode on our YouTube channel. Contact us: Have a question about something you heard? Looking for a transcript? Want to suggest a topic or guest? Contact us via email or visit our website. Follow us: @‌PublicHealthPod on Bluesky @‌PublicHealthPod on Instagram @‌JohnsHopkinsSPH on Facebook @‌PublicHealthOnCall on YouTube Here's our RSS feed Note: These podcasts are a conversation between the participants, and do not represent the position of Johns Hopkins University.

WHO THIS EPISODE HELPS: Anyone navigating ambiguous loss, identity grief, caregiving, traumatic brain injury recovery, anticipatory grief, major life transitions, or the challenge of rebuilding life after unexpected trauma.WHAT LISTENERS WILL GET: A deeper understanding of ambiguous grief, anticipatory grief, caregiving, resilience, identity loss, post-traumatic growth, and practical insight into finding purpose when life no longer looks the way you expected.DESCRIPTION:Andrew Davie thought he knew exactly where his life was headed until a ruptured brain aneurysm changed everything in an instant. In this powerful conversation, Andrew joins Nick to explore the grief that comes from losing a future, an identity, and a version of yourself that never fully came to exist. Together they discuss traumatic brain injury recovery, ambiguous loss, anticipatory grief, and the emotional challenges of rebuilding life after trauma. Andrew also shares his experience becoming a full-time caregiver after his mother's ALS diagnosis and the lessons he learned while helping her create joy during the final years of her life. Throughout the conversation, Andrew offers profound insights about resilience, uncertainty, purpose, and healing. This episode is a reminder that grief is not limited to death and that growth can emerge even from life's most unexpected losses.This episode answers: What is ambiguous grief and how does it affect identity after trauma?  How do you grieve the life you thought you were going to have?  What is anticipatory grief and how do caregivers experience it?  How can someone find purpose after a traumatic brain injury or major life change?  What helps people rebuild their lives after loss, trauma, and uncertainty? Key Takeaways: Grief can stem from the loss of identity, future plans, and life expectations.  Ambiguous loss often creates unique challenges because there is no clear ending or resolution.  Caregiving can be both emotionally difficult and deeply meaningful.  Healing rarely follows a straight line and often requires patience and self-compassion.  Purpose and fulfillment can emerge in unexpected ways when people remain open to new possibilities.CHECK OUT ANDREW'S PAGES:FACEBOOK:  https://www.facebook.com/adavieauthor INSTAGRAM:  https://www.instagram.com/adavieauthor TWITTER/X:  https://x.com/adavieauthor WEBSITE:  https://www.andrew-davie.comSupport the showGIVE THE SHOW A 5-STAR RATING ON APPLE PODCASTS! FOLLOW US ON APPLE OR YOUR FAVORITE PODCAST PLATFORM! BOOKMARK OUR WEBSITE: www.griefisnotadirtyword.com FOLLOW OUR DEAD DADS ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/griefisnotadirtyword Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/griefisnotadirtyword TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@griefisnotadirtywordYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmmv6sdmMIys3GDBjiui3kw LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-gaylord/

**Women Connected in Wisdom on YouTube** Resources & What we are up to Don't drown in the demands of caregiving. Veronica Pulido shares how to stay Aflote and protect your mental & emotional wellness while supporting a loved one through serious illness. In this episode of Women Connected in Wisdom, my guest co-host Cynthia Phelps and I, Christine Gautreaux, are joined by Veronica Pulido, the Founder and CEO of Aflote (formerly Good Grief). Veronica's mission was born from her personal journey of caring for her father during a rare form of cancer. She realized that the medical journey is often as exhausting for the caregiver as it is for the patient, and she created Aflote to ensure no one has to navigate that path alone. We focus on the Mental and Emotional Wellness dimensions, specifically addressing the heavy load of supporting someone through a serious illness. Veronica explains how Aflote provides the community, tools and resources needed to manage the complex logistics and emotional strain of caregiving. If you are currently feeling overwhelmed by a medical crisis or the responsibilities of being a caregiver, this whole-self conversation offers the clarity and support you need to keep going. Connect with Veronica Pulido: Website: https://aflote.com/ Instagram: @joingoodgrief / @vero.pulido LinkedIn: Veronica Pulido More resources from today's show cynthia@innerally.com  emberlightway.org  

How do you know if you're on the right financial track for retirement? Once you hit the midway point of your career, when you're feeling settled enough (or maybe just exhausted enough) to start looking ahead, retirement is a good thing to start thinking about. But in this current economic climate, financial futures feel more uncertain than ever. Will your savings actually enable you to retire when you want? If you're worried at all about your prospects, a financial advisor is a good place to start. Lorie Jones is the owner of Fearless Financial Advisors. She takes a practical and compassionate approach to helping high-income and entrepreneurial women sort out their money questions and build financial confidence. Women are unique when it comes to job security, investing, and spending. Lorie brings both extensive education and first-hand experience to the table to offer some hard-won and practical advice. Map out your financial future so you know where you stand today: Why it's never too early to start investing and planning; The split financial focus: surviving today vs saving for tomorrow; How unpaid caregiving changes women's financial realities; How to think about the threat of AI job loss. Related Links: Connect with Lorie on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/loriejones Work with Lorie - https://fearlessfinancialadvisors.com/ Listen to the Fearless Females podcast - https://fearlessfinancialadvisors.com/fearless-females/all-episodes/ Forbes, Why Women are Better (Investors) Than Men - https://www.forbes.com/sites/timmaurer/2023/04/30/why-women-are-better-investors-than-men/    Episode 386, How to Boost Your Energy With the Power of Nutrition - https://www.bossedup.org/podcast/episode386 Episode 326, How to Reach Your Financial Goals as a Woman - https://www.bossedup.org/podcast/episode326 Episode 402, How to Financially Prepare for Layoffs - https://www.bossedup.org/podcast/episode402 Episode 512, Your Emotions Around Money Matter More Than You Think - https://www.bossedup.org/podcast/episode512 Episode 538, Rebalance Your Career Portfolio - https://www.bossedup.org/podcast/episode538 Episode 540, The Double Disadvantage: AI, Women, and the Future of Work - https://www.bossedup.org/podcast/episode540 TAKE ACTION with Bossed Up - https://www.bossedup.org/takeaction Bossed Up Courage Community - https://www.facebook.com/groups/927776673968737/ Bossed Up LinkedIn Group - https://www.linkedin.com/groups/7071888/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

When a child grows up with a sibling with a disability, what defines their childhood? Author Brian Trapp reflects on life with his twin brother with cerebral palsy. Brian shares how his childhood was a source of unexpected gifts, deep connection, and lifelong formation. He joins Amy Julia Becker to consider:Limits of labels like “glass child” and “mental age”Family and flourishing togetherThe complexity of identitySibling and caregiving relationshipsRange of Motion by Brian TrappS10 E9: 00:00 The Bond of Brotherhood: Growing Up with Disability 08:55 Glass Child Syndrome and Sibling Experiences 18:23 Analogies for Family Life with Disability 23:27 The Complexity of Identity within Relationships and Caregiving 32:07 Fiction vs. Memoir: Exploring Personal Narratives 35:31 Understanding Mental Age and Its Implications 40:23 Reimagining Disability: A House of LaughterMENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:Cognoscenti essay by Brian Trapp: My twin brother was disabled, but I don't consider myself a 'glass child'Julia Miele Rodas' essay: “Limited Visibility; Or Confessions of a Satellite”Range of Motion: A Novel by Brian Trapp_SUBSCRIBE to Amy Julia's Substack: amyjuliabecker.substack.comWATCH this conversation on YouTube: Amy Julia Becker on YouTubeJOIN the conversation on Instagram: @amyjuliabeckerLISTEN to more episodes: amyjuliabecker.com/shows/_ABOUT OUR GUEST:Brian Trapp is the author of Range of Motion. He is director of Disability Studies at the University of Oregon, where he also teaches creative writing and edits the Northwest Review. His essay about being a sibling to his twin brother Danny was featured on NPR's Here and Now. Find out more at: https://briantrappwriter.com/__We want to hear your thoughts. Send us a text!Connect with me:InstagramFacebookYouTubeWebsiteThanks for listening! 

In this episode of The Business of Alignment, AJ Vaughan explores one of the most overlooked drivers of employee retention, productivity, and operational performance: caregiving benefits.From retail and healthcare to manufacturing, hospitality, education, and logistics, millions of frontline employees face impossible choices between showing up for work and caring for the people who depend on them. When organizations fail to support these realities, the costs extend far beyond absenteeism—they impact turnover, recruiting, staffing, customer experience, and profitability.AJ shares why he believes leaders should stop viewing caregiving benefits as an expense and start measuring them as a strategic investment. He also discusses why he's excited to partner with Good People and The Nanny Network to research the measurable business impact of caregiving support.In this episode:Why caregiving benefits deserve CFO-level attentionThe true cost of absenteeism and turnoverHow frontline industries are uniquely impactedWhy empathy and business performance can coexistThe research behind building a stronger business through employee supportIf your organization is serious about retention, workforce stability, and creating a better employee experience, this conversation is one you won't want to miss.

She watched residents cry alone on the floor, calls for help go unanswered, and a client ask her point blank, "Am I gonna die today?" That first shift as a professional caregiver didn't just break Nicole Becerra's heart. It gave her a mission. Instead of accepting that this was just how senior care worked, she asked a different question: what if it didn't have to be this way? In this episode, Nicole shares how she went from sitting bedside with dementia patients to acquiring raw land, navigating septic and zoning laws, and securing an SBA loan to build Mosaic Memory Care, a 16 room luxury memory care mansion in the Texas Hill Country. She breaks down what it actually took to move from caregiver to developer with zero real estate background: interviewing contractors until she found ones who would explain things in plain language, commissioning third party feasibility studies for her bank, and financing the entire project herself and her husband rather than bringing on outside investors. She also opens up about Builders of Care, the nonprofit she founded to help families afford quality senior care and to help other small operators get the capital they need to build homes like hers. This episode is for real estate investors looking at senior housing and memory care as an emerging niche, anyone weighing land development for the first time, and listeners who have watched a parent or grandparent struggle to get real dignity in a care facility. With an aging population and booming Hill Country demographics, Nicole makes the case that small, intimate memory care homes are one of the most overlooked and needed opportunities in real estate right now. 5 Powerful Takeaways Learn how to structure a memory care real estate deal from raw land purchase through SBA financing, including how a land loan gets wrapped into a construction loan. Discover why septic and zoning rules can dictate your entire site plan, and how Nicole turned a 14 acre parcel into two 16 room luxury homes with room for walking paths and a courtyard. Get a real playbook for building trust with contractors and city officials as a newcomer, including the exact question to ask when you're in over your head. Understand how a nonprofit arm like Builders of Care can create scholarships and grants that make quality senior care and small operator development more financially accessible. Hear why financing a project entirely with personal savings and a bank loan, without outside investors, can be a deliberate strategy for proving a concept before scaling. 00:00 Show Intro 01:00 Cash on Cash Return 03:24 Meet Nicole Becerra 05:23 Caregiving Wake Up Call 09:32 Luxury Memory Care 11:31 Builders of Care Nonprofit 12:40 Land and Zoning Hurdles 16:57 Designing the Neighborhood 19:08 Mosaic Name Meaning 20:14 Newbie Advantage 21:31 Contractors and Communication 22:43 SBA Loan Process 24:12 Funding the Build 25:23 Control Over Investors 27:06 Builders of Care Mission 28:46 Timeline and Next Steps 31:06 Being Mortal Insights 34:26 Advice and Action 35:53 Drive and Aspirations 39:08 Systems and Delegation 40:53 Success and Where to Find Nicole 42:31 Final Thanks and Sign-Off About the Guest Nicole Becerra spent years as a frontline professional caregiver before deciding the industry needed to be rebuilt from the ground up. She taught herself land acquisition, entitlement, financing, and new construction with no prior real estate background and is now developing Mosaic Memory Care, a luxury memory care community in the Texas Hill Country. She is also the founder of Builders of Care, a nonprofit that provides scholarships to families who need senior care and capital support to small operators building their own care homes. Nicole is currently finalizing her SBA loan and permitting, with construction expected to begin this fall. Resources & Websites Mentioned buildersofcare.org Instagram: @caringwithnicole To learn more about Jen Josey, visit https://www.therealjenjosey.com/ To join REIGN, visit https://www.reignmastermind.com/ Stuff Jen Josey Loves: https://www.reignmastermind.com/resources Buy Jen Josey's Book: From Beginner to Badass: https://a.co/d/bstKlby New episodes drop every Monday at 6am EST. See you next time.

The Unbeliever's Eternal RealityBorn into sin and death(Psalm 51:5, Romans 5:12)⬇Responsible for sin and unbelief/rejection of God/Jesus/Gospel(Romans 1:19-20,28, 3:23, 6:23, John 3:19, John 5:39-40)⬇        Final judgment and second death(Revelation 20:11-15)⬇Eternal punishment in hell(Matthew 10:28, 25:46, Mark 9:43)  The Christian's Eternal Reality Born into sin and death(Psalm 51:5, Romans 5:12)⬇Regeneration by the Holy Spirit(John 3:3-8, Titus 3:5, John 6:44)   Repentance and belief in Christ(John 3:11-15, Mark 1:15, Luke 5:32, Acts 20:21)   Born again to salvation(John 3:1-15, 1 Peter 1:3,23, Romans 10:9)⬇Eternal glory of heaven(Revelation 21-22, Philippians 3:20, 2 Peter 3:13, Luke 23:43) --------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.

Send us Fan MailSend us Fan MailIn this heartfelt episode of Living the Dream with Curveball, we have an inspiring conversation with Wendy Ernzen, a dedicated mother, advocate, and host of the podcast *Let's Plant Houses*. Wendy shares her personal journey as a parent of a daughter with autism, shedding light on the unique challenges families face when navigating support systems that often fall short.Wendy opens up about her daughter's diagnosis and the profound impact it had on her life and career. She discusses the importance of advocacy and the need for parents to connect with one another to share resources and experiences. Throughout the episode, listeners will gain insight into the realities of parenting a child with intellectual and developmental disabilities, including the hurdles of securing appropriate educational and therapeutic support.The conversation delves into the significance of storytelling and lived experiences in fostering empathy and understanding within communities. Wendy emphasizes the need for honest discussions about the challenges faced by families and how these narratives can drive change in support systems.As Wendy reflects on her podcast, she shares her vision for cultivating a community where families feel seen, heard, and supported. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in advocacy, parenting, and the power of shared experiences.What You'll Learn in This Episode:- The journey of parenting a child with autism and the impact on family dynamics- Strategies for navigating educational and support systems- The importance of community and connection among parents- How storytelling can foster empathy and drive change- Insights into future trends in support systems for individuals with disabilitiesFor more information on Wendy Ernzen and her podcast, visit letsplanthouses.com and connect with her on LinkedIn.Support the show

How are you supposed to juggle caring for your aging parents while also raising young children of your own? And how do you budget for those competing responsibilities? This week, Reema talks to Nicole Chung, author of “A Living Remedy,” about her experiences caring for her parents in their final years of illness, how the U.S. healthcare system failed them, and the toll it took on her both emotionally and financially.Plus, Reema and Alice dig into our mailbag and hear from listeners in the “sandwich generation” – those who have caregiving responsibilities for both their parents and their children. If you like this episode, share it with a friend! And let us know what you think by calling 347-RING-TIU or emailing uncomfortable@marketplace.orgIf you want to answer our “Uncomfortable Questions,” see more info here.Follow us on Instagram and Tiktok!Support This Is Uncomfortable with your donation today: https://bit.ly/mkp_tiu_pod

How are you supposed to juggle caring for your aging parents while also raising young children of your own? And how do you budget for those competing responsibilities? This week, Reema talks to Nicole Chung, author of “A Living Remedy,” about her experiences caring for her parents in their final years of illness, how the U.S. healthcare system failed them, and the toll it took on her both emotionally and financially.Plus, Reema and Alice dig into our mailbag and hear from listeners in the “sandwich generation” – those who have caregiving responsibilities for both their parents and their children. If you like this episode, share it with a friend! And let us know what you think by calling 347-RING-TIU or emailing uncomfortable@marketplace.orgIf you want to answer our “Uncomfortable Questions,” see more info here.Follow us on Instagram and Tiktok!Support This Is Uncomfortable with your donation today: https://bit.ly/mkp_tiu_pod

Here is something most people never see coming: the hardest part of caring for an aging parent is not the logistics. It is the grief. The grief for who your parent used to be, for the life you thought you would be living by now, and for the version of yourself that is quietly disappearing inside a role you never planned to fill. Couple that with being there for kids, even adult kids, and it can feel like a lot.Candace Dellacona is a New York City estate attorney known as "a family's lawyer," advising families, athletes, and entertainers on estate planning, asset protection, and the full arc of what it takes to navigate a family through its most vulnerable seasons. Not just the logistics, but also the many, more nuanced shifts in identity, relationships, and responsibilities. She is also a member of the sandwich generation herself, which is what led her to launch The Sandwich Generation Survival Guide podcast. She brings both the legal expertise and the lived experience to this conversation.What you will explore in this conversation:Why the sandwich generation is far broader than you think, and why it applies to you even if your parents are healthy right now, or your kids are grownThe four shifts that happen inside you during a caregiving season, identity, ownership, grief, and loneliness, and why we almost never talk about themWhy the conversations about aging, death, and documents are almost always saved for the worst possible moment, and how to have them earlier in a way that actually feels like loveThe three-person team that can change everything, and what each one actually doesThe unexpected beauty that enters the equation in a caregiving season, the reconciliation, the closeness, the chance to usher someone you love throughIf you have a parent who is still healthy and you have never had a real conversation about what happens if that changes, this one is for you.You can find Candace at: Website | The Sandwich Generation Survival Guide Podcast | LinkedIn | Episode TranscriptNext week, I am sitting down with Dr. Joshua Coleman, a psychologist who has spent years studying something that is reshaping American families in ways most of us have not fully reckoned with: family estrangement. Why it is rising, what is actually driving it, and what to do if you are on either side of it. Be sure to follow Good Life Project wherever you get your podcasts so you do not miss it.Check out our offerings & partners: Join My New Writing Project: Awake at the WheelVisit Our Sponsor Page For Great Resources & Discount Codes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.