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For people diagnosed with a rare, autoimmune condition like myasthenia gravis (MG) or chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy (CIDP), life can change in the blink of an eye. But these conditions affect everyone differently, and each person has a story to tell. Welcome to “Untold Stories: Life with a Severe Autoimmune Condition,” a Ruby Studio from iHeart Media production in partnership with argenx. Host Martine Hackett has real, eye-opening conversations with people living with rar ...
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Caregiver's Compass

Stephanie Muskat

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This is Caregiver's Compass. An inspirational podcast talking about all things caregiving. Therapist and caregiver Stephanie Muskat takes you through real-life caregiving stories from her own therapeutic experience and gives you the raw and personal on her own caregiving experiences as a young caregiver. Plus hear from tons of incredible experts and caregivers who are living through their day-to-day journeys. It's all here at Caregiver's Compass.
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Are you thinking about adopting or fostering a child? Confused about all the options and wondering where to begin? Or are you an adoptive or foster parent or kinship caregiver trying to be the best parent possible to this precious child? This is the podcast for you! Every week, we interview leading experts for an hour, discussing the topics you care about in deciding whether to adopt/foster or how to be a better parent. This podcast is produced by www.CreatingaFamily.org. We are the national ...
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The Care Table

Amy Huddleston

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Welcome to The Care Table with Amy Huddleston. With nearly two decades in the home care industry, Amy received countless requests from friends and professionals navigating the caregiving journey. Her passion for helping others led to creating The Care Table podcast—a name that reflects conversations and support for aging loved ones. Through expert interviews on topics like a dementia diagnosis, financial planning, and emotional well-being, plus personal caregiving stories, The Care Table pod ...
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Love Conquers Alz

Susie Singer Carter and Don Priess

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2024 #1 ALL TIME DEMENTIA PODCAST /GOODPODS and 2020 WINNER BEST PODCAST - New Media Film Festival. Caregivers have one of the hardest jobs in the world. Having both been caregivers for a family member affected with Alzheimer’s, Susie Singer Carter and Don Priess both know this is a disease that cannot be faced alone. In fact, their Oscar Qualified film based on Susie's Mother, MY MOM AND THE GIRL starring Valerie Harper in her final performance - has and continues to touch people all over t ...
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Hosted by Founder and CEO of Comfort Measures Consulting LLC, Norman Harris. The Official Healthcare Edutainment station. Empowering listeners with the knowledge and resources to age comfortably. The podcast platform will uniquely provide laughter, peace, joy, resources and most of all COMFORT. Fostering professional partnerships and engaging the audience by providing them access to a REAL family-like conversation. That gives them the REAL reasons. Connects them to REAL reliable resources. T ...
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The Sharegiving Secret provides practical advice so that caregivers don’t have to go it alone. Hosted by best-selling author of The Rational Caregiver, Deborah S. Greenhut, PhD, each episode shares caregivers’ highs and lows with listeners. Service providers and experienced family caregivers offer solutions you can use. Whether you are a caregiver or realize that someday you might be or need one, “The Sharegiving Secret” offers inspiring stories and lifelines from family caregivers. Join us ...
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The Space Between is the podcast where strength and vulnerability meet for families navigating life with cancer. Hosted by Amri Kibbler, a cancer survivor and parent, each episode offers honest stories, expert insights, and heartfelt support for those balancing treatment, caregiving, and parenting - often all at once. If you're walking this path, you’re not alone. This is your space to feel seen, find connection, and heal.
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The journey of caring for a loved one with dementia can be deeply challenging. Juliah Ratladi, an MSc Dementia Care Specialist and experienced dementia care professional, is uniquely positioned to share her observations, experiences, knowledge, and insights on various aspects of dementia care. Together with other dementia experts and caregivers, she raises awareness, offers encouragement, and provides hope. Through meaningful discussions, they shed light on key dementia-related issues, helpi ...
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Medicaid Mastery

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Medicaid Mastery is a podcast dedicated to simplifying the often overwhelming world of long-term care Medicaid planning. Through expert interviews, real-life case studies, and actionable insights, the show empowers listeners to navigate the complexities of Medicaid with confidence. Whether you’re a family seeking guidance, a caregiver facing tough decisions, or a professional looking to expand your knowledge, Medicaid Mastery provides practical strategies and expert advice to help you protec ...
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The LIFTS Podcast (formerly Mother Love) is a Montana-based podcast centering lived experience and amplifying diverse voices from across the state. Through conversations with caregivers, providers, and advocates, we explore bold ideas and creative solutions for supporting the littlest Montanans and their families. If you have feedback, or an idea for a guest or topic, email us at [email protected].
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Welcome to Healthcare Redefined: Advocating for Aging Adults and Their Families, where we empower families to navigate the complexities of aging and healthcare. Presented by Your Nurse Advocate Consulting, we share real stories, expert advice, and practical tools to help you and your loved ones confidently navigate aging with dignity. We explore topics like creating collaborative care plans, demystifying Medicare, handling healthcare crises, and preparing for the future. Join us as we transf ...
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The Caring Generation® | Caregiver Expert Advice & Tips

Pamela D Wilson | Caregiver, Elderly Care, & Caregiving Expert

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Caregiver tips and caregiver support from Pamela D. Wilson, caregiving expert. Tune in for caregiver advice, eldercare solutions, senior care tips, and proven advice. Gain knowledge to overcome the challenges of navigating healthcare, planning for the financial costs of care, aging and health, identifying legal strategies to support elder rights, and managing complex family relationships. Wilson's 25-year career as an expert witness, geriatric care manager, professional fiduciary, and owner ...
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Unshaken

Tony & Kristy

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A community built on faith, strengthened by family, and grounded in resilience, created for people like you. Welcome to the Unshaken Podcast, where you don’t have to navigate life alone. Hosted by Tony and Kristy, this show is all about living out Faith, Family, and Resilience, not just as a motto, but as a way of life. Each week, we explore the real joys and challenges of marriage, family life, and disability through the lens of biblical truth. Whether you're an individual, a couple, or a c ...
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Welcome to Dancing With Dementia™—the go-to podcast for young and atypical caregivers navigating the challenges of caring for a loved one with a chronic illness. I’m Kama Newbry, a nurse, coach, educator, advocate, and daughter turned caregiver after my mom was diagnosed with Early Onset Alzheimer’s in my early 30s. Like so many, I struggled to find support tailored to young caregivers—those of us balancing careers, identity, family dynamics, and deep soul shifts… all while caregiving. This ...
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Welcome to PWS United, a podcast for the Prader-Willi Syndrome community, brought to you by PWSA | USA. This podcast gives the latest news in research, advocacy, and family support by bringing together staff, volunteers, PWS treatment specialists, biotech and pharmaceutical representatives, caregivers, family members, and individuals with PWS. Our goal is to connect education, awareness, and resources with those living with PWS and their supporters. Join us in our mission to enhance the qual ...
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Care Across America

Approved Senior Network®

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"Care Across America, an Approved Senior Network® Podcast"—your go-to source for engaging conversations and practical insights from home care and senior care experts across the United States. Each episode will spotlight industry professionals, and their referral networks, sharing impactful stories, proven strategies, and innovative solutions in senior care. This podcast is perfect for professionals, adult children of aging parents, and family members struggling with senior care choices and care.
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Are you a parent or caregiver navigating the rollercoaster of raising a child with complex medical or special needs? You're not alone. Medical Mom's Anonymous is a weekly podcast offering practical tips, insights from medical professionals, stories from other medical moms, and biblical encouragement for those walking this unique path in life. Hosted by Jessica Spurlock, a fellow medical mom, this podcast provides: Practical advice to simplify caregiving and advocacy. Stories of perseverance, ...
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Are You a Christian Family Caregiver Feeling Worn Thin by Dementia or Alzheimer’s? You’re not alone—and you don’t have to figure this out by yourself. Welcome to Dementia Caregiver Support for Christians, the podcast that helps you stop reacting in crisis and start stewarding this season with clarity, calm, and Christ-centered care. Whether you’re a spouse, adult child, or family member trying to walk this journey faithfully, this show meets you at the intersection of practical dementia guid ...
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Care Tech and Tips

Barry Johnson and Bobby Clark

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"Care Tech & Tips" is like tech support meets family therapy, with two guys who’ve been there. The podcast that helps you bring order to caregiving chaos. Get smarter with tech, money, and care strategies—without the overwhelm. We keep it real, light, and actually helpful.
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Embracing Life After 60 is a podcast for seniors, adult children, and families navigating the realities of this next chapter. Each episode covers the things that matter most as we age—downsizing, decluttering, aging in place, staying safe, and making thoughtful life transitions with less stress. You’ll also find conversations about living life to the fullest. We talk about travel, friendships, wellness, purpose, staying active, building new connections, and keeping joy at the center of every ...
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Unbabbled

The Parish School

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Navigating the world of special education, communication delays and learning differences can be a challenge. Tune in twice a month to hear Stephanie Landis and Meredith Krimmel, two speech-language pathologists at The Parish School in Houston, Texas interview guests from parents to industry professionals with the goal of providing guidance, insight and hope to those touched by children who are differently wired. Each episode will cover a different topic related to education or child developm ...
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Caregiver Secrets

Reginald D. Reglus

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Welcome to Caregiver Secrets, the podcast created to empower and uplift family caregivers. Hosted by Reginald D. Reglus, a seasoned caregiver with over 10 years of experience, this show dives deep into the challenges, triumphs, and untold truths of caregiving. Whether you’re looking for practical tips, emotional support, or just a reminder that you’re not alone, Caregiver Secrets delivers heartfelt stories and actionable insights to help you thrive while caring for your loved ones. Join us o ...
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Welcome to Rosimas, the podcast for parents, caregivers, and anyone navigating the joys and challenges of raising children. I’m Rosemary, a new podcaster sharing real stories, practical tips, and inspiration from my motherhood journey and family life. Each episode brings you: - Fun and educational toddler activities for home - Faith-based parenting guidance to help your children grow in love and values - Dad’s corner tips for fathers who want to bond and support their kids - Behind-the-hymns ...
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Keeping Abreast with Dr. Jenn is a podcast dedicated to empowering women and promoting breast health through a functional medicine lens. Dr. Jenn is a leading functional medicine practitioner specializing in restoring health to the breast cancer population. She explores a range of topics related to breast health, including prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and holistic approaches to support overall well-being. Whether you're a breast cancer survivor, a woman seeking to improve your breast he ...
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Experiences in Caregiving

Experiences in Caregiving

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This podcast is in partnership with the San Diego/Imperial County chapter of the Alzheimer's Association, and is a place where everyday people can speak on their experiences, their struggles, and the everyday highs and lows that come with their family member's Alzheimer's journey. The goal of this podcast is to create a space of comradery, connecting listeners with this support group and hopefully encouraging people to ask questions, give advice, and share their own stories.
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Parenting Severe Autism

Shannon Chamberlin

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Parenting Severe Autism is a raw, unfiltered podcast for parents and caregivers raising children with Severe Autism. Hosted by Shannon Chamberlin - a parent, not a professional - this show is your emotional lifeline, real-talk resource, and reminder that you're not alone. From early childhood to adulthood and beyond, Shannon shares honest stories, painful truths, small victories, and survival strategies for the families the world forgets. Whether you're in crisis mode or just need someone wh ...
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A LITTLE HELP FOR OUR FRIENDS is a mental health podcast hosted by Dr. Kibby McMahon, licensed clinical psychologist and CEO of KulaMind. The podcast sheds light on the psychological issues your loved ones could be struggling with and provides scientifically-informed perspectives on various mental health topics like dealing with toxic relationships, narcissism, trauma, and therapy. As a clinical psychologist from Duke University, Dr. Kibby shares her expertise on the relational nature of men ...
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Real Lives of TBI Wives is a heartfelt and empowering podcast that gives voice to the untold stories of women who are navigating life as caregivers to husbands with traumatic brain injuries. Hosted by Erika, a wife, mother, and advocate, this podcast offers a candid look at the highs and lows of caregiving, self-care, and balancing the complexities of family life. Each episode features real-life experiences, tips, and encouragement for those walking this difficult path. Whether you’re a fell ...
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Aging Together

Pooja A. Patel, DrOT, OTR/L, BCG, CDP, CFPS

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TL;DR: for adult children of aging parents; for the sandwiched generation Key themes: aging, caregiving, mental health, caregiver resources, long-term care ------------------ The Aging Together Podcast explores the challenges and opportunities of caring for aging loved ones. In this podcast, I interview guests who are experts in their fields or can share their experiences with caregiving. Together with the guest speakers, I dive into a wide range of topics including health and wellness, care ...
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Welcome to Someone Like Me – Your Cancer Community Podcast I’m your host, Vanessa Mooney, a breast cancer survivor who created this space after going through it all myself. Each week, I share real cancer stories — honest conversations with people affected by cancer and the family members who’ve walked beside them. These are raw, emotional, and uplifting stories about what cancer really feels like — the fear, the grief, the shock, the strength, and the unexpected moments that somehow get you ...
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Hearts of Caregiving: Nurturing the Souls of Caregivers

Valda Branison, Jeanine Marbury Bryant, and Mary C Hartfield

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Welcome to "Hearts of Caregiving: Nurturing the Souls of Caregivers," a compassionate and insightful podcast that aims to support and empower caregivers who selflessly devote their time and energy to caring for others. Hosted by Valda Branison, Jeanine Marbury Bryant, and Mary C Hartfield, this podcast is a safe space where caregivers can find comfort, guidance, and inspiration as they navigate the challenges and joys of their caregiving roles.
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Welcome to The Medical Equipment World & Healthcare: Get the Scoop! – the go-to podcast for healthcare insight, inspiration, and real-world medical equipment solutions. Created for caregivers, clinicians & healthcare voices who want knowledge, encouragement, and connection. We now feature a mix of educational episodes and heartfelt storytelling, including: 🟨 Grace for Caregivers & Grievers — offering support, hope, and reflection 🟦 Caregiver & Family Testimonials — real voices, real impact 🟩 ...
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🎙 Welcome to The Parent Thing 🎙 Hi, I’m Tarryn, your host, and I’m so excited you’re here! This is the space where we uncover the incredible potential of childhood, parenting, and the power of Neuro-Somatic Intelligence. Whether you’re a parent, teacher, caregiver, or someone who deeply impacts a child’s life, this podcast is your guide to nurturing emotional resilience, fostering growth, and building meaningful connections. Together, we’ll explore cutting-edge insights, practical tools, and ...
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Real Pink

Susan G. Komen

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Real Pink, a podcast by Susan G. Komen, is taking real conversations about breast cancer from the doctor's office to your living room. Hosted by Adam Walker, episodes feature candid conversations with survivors, researchers, physicians, and more. Find answers to your toughest questions and clear, actionable steps to live a better life, longer. At Real Pink, compassionate storytelling meets real inspiration and real support.
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The Purposeful Caregiver

Emily Reilly, Devon Turnbull

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Welcome to the Purposeful Caregiver Podcast! I’m Dr. Emily Reilly, occupational therapist, and I’m Dr. Devon Turnbull, physical therapist, and we are here to help overwhelmed and burned out family caregivers become confident and empowered in taking care of themselves and their loved ones. Our goal on this podcast is to provide you with resources to support and guide you through your current caregiving situation. We’ll talk about everything from the limitations of our current healthcare syste ...
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The Nitty Gritty of Modern Caregiving is a special series of candid conversations hosted by Tracey Neale, who's been a broadcaster and real estate developer, adopted twins as a single mom, and survived a life-threatening illness. But, her greatest challenge and honor is becoming a full-time caregiver for her mother. Guest interviews take a deep dive into innovative care ideas, share personal stories of challenges and encouragement, and offer a wealth of resources. This podcast is packed with ...
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Welcome to the Home Care Powered By AUAF podcast — your go-to resource for expert insights and practical guidance on senior care and in-home support services across Illinois. Whether you're caring for a loved one or exploring care options for yourself, this podcast is here to inform, inspire, and support you every step of the way. Each episode covers essential topics like how to become a paid family caregiver, understanding Medicaid-based home care, tips for seniors aging at home, caregiver ...
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Your Silver Lining Podcast

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Your Silver Lining Podcast Caring for an aging loved one can be overwhelming—you’re not alone. Join co-hosts Stephanie Cameron, RN and Paige Selden as they dive into the real-life challenges and triumphs of caregiving. From navigating dementia and managing medications to handling family dynamics and avoiding elder scams, Your Silver Lining Podcast delivers trusted advice, science-backed solutions, and heartfelt support to help you through every step of the journey. Whether you’re a family ca ...
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Caregiver Empowerment Zone

Dr. Caryn Blair DNP, APRN, PMHNP-BC

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As a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner, doctor of nursing practice, and CEO of Caring for the Caregiver, Dr. Caryn Blair is all too familiar with caregiver burnout. She has made it her mission to increase awareness of the plight of the family caregiver and create dialogue centered on solutions to support this integral part of our society. The Caregiver Empowerment Zone is precisely that—a supportive space that offers resources, education, and encouragement to careg ...
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Living With Alzheimer’s is a podcast about living with dementia from the perspective of Ginger, an octogenarian with early-stage Alzheimer’s, and Christoph, her son and full-time caregiver. Their conversations with each other and with a variety of subject matter experts provide listeners with heartfelt stories of Ginger’s journey as well as best practices for other caregivers who are providing support for friends or family members living with the impacts of dementia. Ginger, a former English ...
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Villas Voices

Villas of Holly Brook

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Villas Voices is your go-to podcast for heartwarming stories, expert advice, and inspiring conversations from our Villas of Holly Brook senior living communities. Whether you're a resident, family member, or senior living professional, each episode offers meaningful insights and memorable moments that celebrate the connections and care that make our communities feel like home.
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At The Heart of Caregiving

Caring Senior Service

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At The Heart of Caregiving is a podcast dedicated to those who care for and support aging loved ones. Whether you're a family caregiver, a healthcare professional, or a referral source, this podcast provides valuable insights, expert advice, and inspiring stories to help you navigate the challenges and joys of caregiving. Each episode explores topics that matter most—how to provide compassionate care, maintain independence for seniors, and ensure their well-being. Join us as we share knowled ...
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Are generational caregiving expectations straining your relationships with elderly parents and siblings? Family caregiving often involves complex dynamics that can make providing eldercare more challenging than it needs to be. In this episode, caregiving expert Pamela D. Wilson discusses the lasting effects of adverse and positive childhood experie…
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This episode explains how family caregivers in Illinois can get paid to care for a disabled senior aged 60 or older through community-based home care programs. You will learn how the Illinois Community Care Program supports seniors who want to remain safely at home with non-medical assistance. Listeners will learn: • How Illinois community-based pr…
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What do you do when caregiving decisions threaten to tear your life in three different directions? In Episode 305, we meet Sonia — a Christian caregiver trying to juggle her father’s increasing dementia care, her sister’s support needs, and her own marriage. If you’ve ever felt like you’re one Uber call or appointment away from collapse, this episo…
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Lori La Bey, host of Alzheimer’s Speaks, talks with: Mary Anne Roberto is the Co-Founder of The Memory Connection, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to supporting individuals living with dementia and their caregivers through education, engagement, and respite programs. She’s also a Certified Dementia Care Specialist and lifelong advocate for caregive…
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When most people think about math, they picture numbers and equations. Today’s guest, Dr. Sarah Powell, explains that math is more than just numbers – it’s vocabulary, language comprehension, cognition and executive functioning on top of understanding number sense! Throughout the episode, Sarah digs into the language of math, gives tips on how to t…
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In this powerful episode of Keeping Abreast, Dr. Jenn Simmons sits down with Taylor Dukes, former ICU nurse, functional health advocate, and founder of Taylor Dukes Wellness, to explore what happens when conventional medicine stops asking deeper questions. Taylor shares her journey from the ICU to facing her own brain tumor diagnosis, an experience…
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We are thrilled to be joined by the co-founder of the Home Edit. She is an Emmy-nominated, NY Times best-selling author, a mom, a wife and a breast cancer survivor - the amazing Clea Shearer. Clea is here to talk about her shocking breast cancer diagnosis at the age of 40, the ongoing reconstruction complications that she has had to endure over the…
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Hosts Pam Dunwald and Linda Kritikos welcome death doula Crystal Flores, Founder of The Grateful Death, to the show to explain what a death doula is and the dignity and compassion they can bring to end-of-life care. There are misconceptions and plenty of questions surrounding end-of-life experiences, which Crystal very openly and candidly answers f…
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In Part 1 of Embracing Life After 60 with Annalee Kruger, Robin McCoy sits down with Annalee Kruger, founder of Care Right Inc., to talk about the “thing nobody wants to talk about”… until a crisis forces it. Annalee shares what she’s learned after decades in senior care: most families don’t plan until a medical emergency hits—then they’re trying t…
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This episode explores how home care support allows families to enjoy the holidays with less stress and more meaningful time together. Learn how caregivers make gatherings smoother, traditions easier, and the season more enjoyable for everyone. Listeners will learn: How home care lightens the workload for busy family caregivers Why caregiver support…
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Click here to send us a topic idea or question for Weekend Wisdom. Question: I have a friend whose 12-year-old adopted son (adopted at age 6) has been sexually abusing his younger siblings. She self-reported to CPS and law enforcement, but they have not done a formal removal yet, and their solutions involved bringing the child back home or kinship …
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Some burdens sit heavier than others — not just on your shoulders, but on your soul. In this episode, Lizette speaks directly to caregivers carrying grief, confusion, and responsibility they never asked for. Using James 1:2–5, she unpacks how Christian caregivers can find real joy, hope, and wisdom — not from easier circumstances, but from Christ H…
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Holiday Sanity for Caregivers: The Holiday Survival Guide for Caregivers Lori La Bey talks with a former Chief of Surgery and Oncology Pioneer, Dr. Wolfgang Spangenberger. He now champions the most overlooked group in healthcare – long-term caregivers for family members and friends. His work brings expert clarity, compassion, and real solutions to …
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Facing the loss of her mother in her 20s, Barri Leiner found herself experiencing the sudden shock of grief. Turning her pain and learning into purpose, Barri transformed her life and career into meaningful giving and support through The Memory Circle. In today’s episode, Barri shares the experience of losing both her parents and how she started an…
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What happens when diagnosis, diapers, and deep love collide? Haley Pollack, Executive Director at Bright Spot Network, and a mom who faced stage III colon cancer with a six-month-old and a preschooler, shares how she navigated weaning before chemo, naming “the scary thing” with young kids, and building a national community so no parent has to do th…
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Message us here! Holiday gatherings promise connection, but so many of us walk in bracing for old patterns: the comment that lands like a dart, the sibling rivalry that never grew up, the invisible work of keeping the peace. In this episode, I delve into why this season can feel so raw and how to survive it when your family reunions don't resemble …
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Send us a text We trace a season of sleepless nights, stomping floors, and bathroom chaos into two quiet breakthroughs: independent handwashing and a shared Soup Dance that reveals connection inside repetition. A harsh LED light becomes a surprising trigger, and a softer presence opens space for growth. • recognizing environmental triggers like har…
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When Sandy was diagnosed with MG at age 60, she was forced to retire early, leaving behind the job she loved and facing her golden years with unanticipated hurdles. Now 15 years later, Sandy spends her days organizing her local support group, enjoying lunches with her friends, and attending her grandson's sporting events. MG may have thrown a wrenc…
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Episode Title: I Can’t Smell My Coffee or Taste My Food Anymore: What’s Dementia Got to Do with It? Episode Summary: In this episode of the Dementia Caregiver’s Corner Podcast, we explore a lesser-known but deeply important aspect of dementia: olfactory impairment also known as the loss of smell. My guest, Duncan Boak, co-founder and CEO of SmellTa…
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Click here to send us a topic idea or question for Weekend Wisdom. We're thrilled to introduce you to our new Executive Director, Linda Fiore. Listen to today's conversation about her journey to Creating a Family and where we're heading in this next chapter under her leadership. In this episode, we discuss: What first brought you into the world of …
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The Embrace Story – Celebrating Purpose, Compassion and Moments That Matter Lori La Bey talks with Trina Anderson and Brittany Coleman, who are Divisional Directors of Memory Care at Senior Lifestyle, where they lead the nationally recognized Embrace Memory Care program. Trina Anderson brings 37 years of experience in the senior housing and living …
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Episode Summary: In this episode of *Medicaid Mastery*, Tony Turbeville explains how veterans aid and attendance benefits work alongside Medicaid for long-term care. He delves into eligibility criteria, benefit amounts, coverage differences, and the complexities of coordinating both benefits. Key Timestamps: 00:00 – Introduction 01:15 – Explaining …
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Between medical appointments, therapy schedules, and holiday chaos, the most wonderful time of the year can quickly become overwhelming. In this first part of a two-episode series, Jessica shares practical strategies to simplify your holidays without losing what matters most. Learn how to set boundaries, protect your family's health and rest, and c…
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In this transformative episode of The Real Lives of TBI Wives, host Erika Brouillette sits down with Dr. Karen Kramer—clinical expert, hypnotherapist, neurolinguistic programming practitioner, and self-described “grief alchemist”—to unpack the often misunderstood world of grief. Together, they explore the realities of ambiguous grief and disenfranc…
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The latest in PWSA | USA events and PWS news in research, family support, and advocacy. 24 Hour Crisis Line: 941-312-0400 In Loving Memory of Fausta Deterling, Co-Founder of PWSA | USA - Prader-Willi Syndrome Association | USA Angel Drive Angel Drive 2025 - Prader-Willi Syndrome Association | USA Stacy’s Thank You Message Hope in Action: Carol's St…
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What do you do when your loved one with dementia insists, “I’m fine,” while everything in you knows something is deeply wrong? In today’s episode, we walk alongside Jamie, a spouse caregiver facing the painful reality of caring for her husband as he refuses medical help, stops eating, and shows clear signs of cognitive decline. This conversation of…
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🎙️ Episode 38: Start Small, Trust Deep: How God Grows What We Can’t Yet See What if the smallest step you take this week ends up opening a door you can’t even imagine today? God often does His deepest work long before we can see any evidence of it. Many of us feel the pull to grow or change, but we hesitate because the beginning feels too small, to…
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In this episode of The Care Table podcast, Amy Huddleston speaks with Samantha Stearns from Songbird Transitions, a full-service moving and downsizing company. They discuss the emotional complexities of moving elderly family members, the importance of early planning, and how to initiate conversations about transitions. Samantha shares insights on t…
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In Part 2 of our powerful conversation with elder care attorney Anthony Lanzone, we continue pulling back the curtain on why elder abuse and neglect cases are so hard to fight — and what families must know to protect their loved ones. In this episode we dig into: • Why arbitration agreements are hidden in nursing home paperwork and how they stack t…
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Children can be one of life’s greatest blessings. Breast cancer survivors Alex Miles-Stiffler and Sara Galher-Barlow long for larger families but their diagnoses put those dreams farther and farther out of reach. Alex struggled to start a family before her diagnosis. The heart ache she felt after two miscarriages was unbearable at times, and her fe…
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In this powerful episode of Keeping Abreast, Dr. Jenn Simmons sits down with Ryan Sternagel, founder of The Stern Method, to share the story that reshaped his life: his son’s cancer diagnosis and the desperate search for answers that followed. What began as a parent’s nightmare became a deep dive into integrative medicine, environmental toxicity, n…
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Season three opens with heart, humor, and hard-won wisdom as we sit down with two leaders who live at the intersection of care and creativity: Robin Blyer of RB Health Partners and Dr. Walter Kittle, clinician-turned-international recording artist. We start with gratitude for the community that built this platform, then dig into what actually moves…
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Pure Unlimited Love – Science Meets Spirit with Stephen G. Post, PhD Lori La Bey talks with Stephen G. Post, who was a guest with us back in 2022 when we did a program on deeply forgetful people. For those of you unfamiliar with Stephen, he is renowned around the world for his work on the effects of love, kindness, bioethics, and dementia. This is …
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A tiny cup of vanilla and a wooden spoon changed everything. That stark image of a proud father in a rehab hallway pushed Helga Pfanner to bring him home—and to build CareCo, a home care model that treats dignity, joy, and reliability as daily practices, not slogans. From those first days at a kitchen table to a multi‑state operation across Maine, …
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A single phone call can change everything. When a hospital discharge looms and panic sets in, the difference between chaos and calm is a voice that knows the path. We talk with Steve Whatley of Home Care Services in Plano, Texas, about turning personal experience into a stable, humane system that puts dignity and independence first. After seven yea…
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This episode explores how home care services give families the gift of time together, especially during the busy holiday season. You will learn how support at home reduces stress, strengthens relationships, and helps seniors stay engaged and independent. What you will learn: • How home care lightens the load for family caregivers • Ways caregivers …
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Click here to send us a topic idea or question for Weekend Wisdom. Question: Help for a youth dealing with being bullied because they are in foster care? Resources: 5 Steps to Effectively Advocate for a Child Who is Being Bullied Are Transracial Adoptees More Likely to Be Bullied? Helping Our Kids Cope with Bullies at School StopBullying.gov Suppor…
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Have you ever wondered why the weight of caregiving feels so heavy up close, yet somehow lighter when you finally step back for a moment? A caregiver once stood on a dock beside a massive cruise ship. Up close, the ship towered over everyone. It felt impossible to take in its full size. Later, out in the open ocean, that same ship looked tiny again…
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Elizabeth Marie Chambers shares her experiences as a muti-generational caregiver in today’s episode as she highlights caring for a child with complex medical needs, multiple children, and a parent. She details her breaking point in care and how she recognized the need to care for herself. She further highlights how she uses her experiences to drive…
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In this December mini-episode, Vanessa talks about why this month can feel heavier, especially for those living with cancer, survivors, and anyone grieving someone they love. She reflects on her own Christmas Eve diagnosis, childhood memories, the ache of missing her mam, and that strange feeling when the world is buzzing with festive energy but yo…
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Love, Leadership & Lessons From Our Care Systems Our healthcare systems are wounded, understaffed, and emotionally overloaded. I believe healing them starts with healing the hearts and souls within. Welcome to the Insights From The Inside Series, where we dive into real, solutions-focused conversations with the caregivers, care partners, and frontl…
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Message us here! Ever feel a conversation snap from “let’s talk” to “we’re yelling” in seconds? When you find yourself butting heads with someone over a "sensitive" topic, it can seem impossible to get on the same page. In this episode, I unpack a research-backed way to dissolve stalemates and actually influence change without steamrolling the pers…
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This episode explores how to support seniors with memory loss during the holidays with thoughtful planning, simple traditions, and a calm, comforting environment. You will learn how to create meaningful celebrations that reduce stress and strengthen family connection. Listeners will learn: How to discuss holiday plans early to reduce confusion and …
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Guest Bio: Carrie joined Florence Crittenton in 2010 as Grants Officer and quickly moved into the role of Development Director in 2011, a position she held for eight years before becoming Executive Director in 2019. Before Florence Crittenton, Carrie was Education Coordinator for the Montana Hospital Association and gained development and project m…
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Click here to send us a topic idea or question for Weekend Wisdom. Do you feel like raising a child with a history of trauma has stirred up your own traumatic past? If you wonder how to parent from a position of healing, listen to this conversation with Dr. Robyn Koslowitz. She is a psychologist, trauma expert, and author of the new book, Post-Trau…
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