The Whole Care Network
889 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsEveryone Has A Story, But Not Everyone Gets The Chance To Tell Their Story. On The Whole Care Network, We Believe It Is Through Story Sharing Where Diversity Meets The Road To Combat A Common Cause. On The Whole Care Network, We Feature A Variety of Show Host Who Have A Story To Share, Resources to Provide for Caregivers World-Wide. That's Why On The Whole Care Network, YOU Talk and WE Listen!
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Creating Servant Leaders One Oreo Cookie At A Time
March 24, 2017 03:03 - 30 minutesAdmit It...You love to dig right into the creamy middle section of an Oreo Cookie! But before you can get to the best part, you have to work your way through the top and bottom of the chocolate cookie. Allison Elkow Lazicky from Top Notch Teams, uses the metaphor of the Oreo Cookie to describe how to become a Servant Leader. Servant Leaders lead with others in mind; Servant Leaders guide the dance. Listen in and learn how Servant Leaders and Allison Laxicky are creating Healing Ties all a...
Dementia RAW With Tami Neumann and Cathy Braxton
March 12, 2017 15:34 - 38 minutesDementia and Improv; two words you don't normally associate together. That did not hold back Tami Neumann and Cathy Braxton from developing a cutting edge communication tool using Improv to help all of us learn how to communicate better to someone who is suffering from Dementia. Through the use of Improv and their excellent training called Dementia Raw, Tami and Cathy are creating "Healing Ties" all around us!
The Family Historian
March 02, 2017 17:29 - 30 minutesEveryone has a story, but not everyone gets to tell there story. While the internet has changed the way we communicate, there is something special about holding a publication in your hand while reading compelling stories. The Family Historian is a publication you will want to take home with you! Listen in and learn how Mike Stith from One Legacy and The Family Historian is creating Healing Ties all around us!
I'm a Teenage Caregiver: Now What?
February 23, 2017 21:44 - 28 minutesWe often think of Caregiving as a role solely for adults. Child caregivers are a hidden, vulnerable population in the US, sacrificing their education, health and childhood and fulfilling roles and responsibilities beyond their years. Listen in and learn how Connie Siskowski and American Association of Caregiving Youth is bring the issue of caregiving youth to the forefront while creating Healing Ties all around us.
Authors Spotlight: Mama Peaches and Me
February 16, 2017 22:33 - 32 minutesCombining his personal stories and no-nonsense advice with a healthy dose of humor,Christopher Chaney writes about what it means to love and care for an aging parent. With a mixture of humor, scripture and timely caregiving tips, Mama Peaches and Me is like having a close friend to support those caring for an aging parent, disabled spouse and other loved ones. Listen in and learn how Christopher Chaney is creating Healing Ties all around us!
When Is It Time To Stop Driving?
February 06, 2017 19:14 - 34 minutesHelping older drivers with diminished driving skills make a smooth transition from the drivers seat to the passenger seat can be a challenge. Matt Gurwell founded Keeping Us Safe a national organization to to help keep older drivers safe. Listen in and learn how Matt Gurwell is creating Healing Ties all around us!
Keep on Moving Seniors with Music Therapist Marlon Sobol
February 01, 2017 00:33 - 24 minutesMusic is the essential human experience and Marlon Sobol has a passion for music. As a music therapist, Marlon's passion for music transcends, staff, residents and administrators alike. Listen in and learn how Marlon's is creating Healing Ties and changing lives through his "Keep On Moving TV for Seniors"
Finding Love In The Land Of Dementia
January 18, 2017 22:36 - 31 minutesDeborah Shouse is an author and dementia advocate. Deborah knows first hand that finding the connection with a love one afflicted with dementia is a challenge millions of people face. Too often, people living with dementia are entertained instead of engaged. Listen in and learn how Deborah is creating "Healing Ties" all around us by finding love in the land of dementia.
The Importance of Self-Care for Caregivers
January 06, 2017 16:58 - 30 minutesTaking care of yourself while in the misdt of Caregiving is job number one for caregivers, but often gets forgotten. On this espisode of Healing Ties, my guest author and caregiving advocated Linda Burhans, talks about the importance of self-care and finding purpose for your loved one. Listen in and learn how Linda Burhans is creating Healing Ties all around us!
Having A Dementia Friendly Holiday
December 22, 2016 17:05 - 34 minutesThe Holiday Season and be both fun and stressful. But how does a family approach the Holiday Season when caring for someone who has dementia or Alzheimer? On this episode of Healing Ties, author Deborah Shouse provides us with some timely tips to help caregivers and their caree's have a dementia friendly holiday season. Listen in and learn how Deborah Shouse is creating Healing Ties all around us!
Hope Loves Company
December 15, 2016 23:26 - 39 minutesWhen it comes to Caregiving we often think about Caregiving for a spouse, partner, parent or grandparent. But what if you happen to be a kid who is caring for a parent with ALS (Lou Gehrig's disease)? Through the loss of her husband Kevin to ALS, Jodi O'Donnell-Ames created Hope Loves Company where kids and families dealing with ALS can find strength, comfort and compassion. Listen in and learn hour Jodi O'Donnell-Ames is creating Healing Ties all around us!
This Is Instant Pain Relief
December 01, 2016 15:39 - 25 minutesThose nagging aches and pains can be burdonsome. With instant pain relief, you can enjoy all your favorite activities again. Listen in and learn how Tim Persigner is creating Healing Ties through Instant Pain Relief
EllieGrid: Making Medication Management Easier
November 16, 2016 22:02 - 27 minutesKeeping track of medication can be one of the most daunting task facing a caregiver. EllieGrid was designed to make medication management easy while empowering people to live healthier, happier lives. Listen in and learn how EllieGrid is creating Healing Ties all around us!
Instant Assistance for Caregivers: Then Join Papa!
November 16, 2016 21:12 - 30 minutesIn the midst of caregiving, attempting to solve a problem that impacts and entire family can be a daunting task, especially when an emergency arises. From their experience in caring for their grandparents, cousins Andrew Parker and Jake Rosthstein developed Join Papa in order to created simple and seamless way to connect those who need assistance for themselves or their elderly relatives with quality people who can deliver it whenever and wherever they are. Papa’s mission is to be the te...
Travel Is For Everyone!
November 02, 2016 18:31 - 29 minutesOur special guest today is Jenn Lee, Vice President of Sales and Marketing for Travel Planners International. On today's show we are proud to introduce our first Travel Show and the introductino to TLO Travel and Tours, where Caregivers travel! Listen in and learn how Jenn Lee is creating Healing Ties all aroudn us.
Memory Cafe Directory from KalendarKards
October 31, 2016 21:17 - 29 minutesMemory challenges can make it difficult for families to enjoy outings. KalendardKards has created National Memory Cafe directory allowing participants to locate businesses that offer a mild cognitive impairment friendly outing. Listen in and learn how KalendarKards is creating Healing Ties all around us.
Let's Talk About Facing Caregiving Fears
October 31, 2016 17:36 - 30 minutesWhat' fears do you face while in the midst of Caregiving? Denise Brown from Caregiving.com and Chris MacLellan, talk about facing a caregiving fear and how to manage fears that impact our day. About Chris Chris is the author of “What’s the Deal with Caregiving?” and the host of “Healing Ties,” a weekly radio show. You can learn more about his work on his website, www.thebowtieguy.com. About Denise Denise, founder of CareGiving.com, coaches family caregivers before, during and after careg...
Preventing 1 Million Falls
October 28, 2016 18:02 - 34 minutesEach year millions of people 65 and older fall. Dr. Sheryl Flynn is on a mission to prevent falls in older adutls and her goal is to prevent 1 Million falls by 2020. Dr. Flynn's Health In Motion platform offers olders adutls exercisesd to help improve balance and coordination leading to reduced falls. Listen in and learn how Dr. Sheryl Flynn is creating Healing Ties all around us!
The Power Of Story Telling
October 27, 2016 14:12 - 30 minutesEveryone has a story, but not everyone gets a chance to share their story. Mike Stith is preserving family stories for future generations through his company, One Legacy. Listen in and learn the power of story telling and how Mike Stith is creating Healing Ties all around us!
Open Enrollment and the Affordable Care Act
October 17, 2016 16:43 - 31 minutesOn this episode of Healing Ties, Independent Insurance Broker Sam Chalfant breaks down the Affordable Care Act in simplistic terms in preparation for open enrollment on November 1st. Listen in and learn how Sam Chalfant is creating Healing Ties all around us!
The Exceptional Theater Company
October 11, 2016 15:37 - 34 minutesThe Exceptinoal Theater Company energizes an motivates children, teens adults and seniors with disabilities and their families to achieve creative expression through theater arts and community service. Listen in and learn how the Excetptinal Theater Company is creating Healing Ties all around us.
The Love Not Fear Movement
September 10, 2016 15:54 - 26 minutesHow do we build a community that surrounds us with the message of love? On this episode of Healing Ties, we visit with Jeff Johnson from the Love Not Fear Movement to discuss how shifting cultural bias from fear to love builds trust, reshapes our communication process while providing healthy outcomes for everyone. Tune in and learn how Jeff Johnson and the Love Not Fear Movement is creating Healing Ties all around us!
Reimaging The Care Experience For Everyone
August 26, 2016 14:19 - 29 minutesMel coppola is a passionate presenter, team builder, educator and consultant in the file of aging. An educator for the Eden Alternative, Mel's passion is about quality of life and care at all ages and stages. On this episdoe of Healing Ties, Mel will reiage the care experience and how we as caregivers need to take better care of ourselves. Tune and learn how Mel Coppola is creating Healing Ties all around us!
Authors Spotlight: Kathryn Leigh Scott
August 24, 2016 16:59 - 29 minutesProgressive Supranuclear Pasly (PSP) is a neurological disease for which there is no cure. Our guest today, Kathryn Leigh Scott has written a powerful book, Last Dance At The Savoy where she tells her story as a caregiver for her husband Geoff and the challenges they faced with PSP. Tune in and learn how Kathryn is creating Healing Ties All around is!
Do You Know Your Numbers
August 23, 2016 15:38 - 31 minutesDo You Know Your Numbers when it comes to your blood pressure, pulse, cholesterol, and more importantly, the meaning of those numbers in regards to your health? Join us at 11:30 am live from the campus of NOVA Southeastern University Lifelong Learning Institute as we visit with Dr. Sarah Koplow to learn why it is important for each one of use to know our numbers! Tune in and learn how Dr. Koplow is creating Healing Ties all around us!
Technology and Telemedicine with Ken Thomas from AARP
August 13, 2016 16:44 - 15 minutesAs technology advances, so does the opportunity for Telemedicine. Will telemedicine help bridge the gap in states, like Florida, who are experiencing a shortage of physicians? On this episode of Healing Ties, Ken Thomas Regional Volunteer Director, AARP Mega Region takes on the technological highway as we chat about the benefits of telemedicine. Listen in and learn how Ken is creating Healing Ties all around us!
Institute of Motion with John Sinclair
August 13, 2016 15:58 - 16 minutesJohn Sinclair is a master performance and health coach with Institution of Motion. Through an exercise tool called the ViPR, John provides everyone with the ability to get up, move and feel better. Listen in and learn how John is creating Health Ties all around us!
When You Need A Lyft!
August 09, 2016 02:33 - 9 minutesCoordinating transportation is time consuming for caregivers. But what if there was a trusted transportation service that can pick you up...Immediately? On this episode of "Healing Ties" with visit with Dan Trigub from Lyft, your transportation company! Listen in and learn how Lyft is creating Healing Ties all around us!
Kalendar Kards Memory Support System
July 06, 2016 19:44 - 11 minutesIn today’s world of high-tech gadgets that beep, flash, crash and break, KalendarKards takes your loved one back to the simpler days of a deck of cards – a very familiar and personal hands-on tool to improve their quality of life. KalendarKards is the perfect “transitional product.” It provides excellent support in the early stages of mild cognitive impairment, and continues to be useful by caregivers in later stages. Listen in and learn how KalendarKards is creating HealingTies all around...
Having The Talk: How to Make End of Life Wishes Easier
June 23, 2016 17:21 - 27 minutesOn this episode of "Healing Ties," Jack Tatar the author of, "Safe 4 Retirement: The Four Keys to a Safe Retirement" takes a holistic approach to retirement that considers not only the financial aspects but the need to focus on health, wellness, mental attitude and staying involved as keys to living a long and safe retirement. Today conversation will focus on a "How To Make End Of Life Wishes Easier:" End of life wishes does not have to be a difficult conversation. Listen in to learn how J...
Having The Talk: How To Make End of Life Wishes Easier
June 23, 2016 14:00 - 29 minutesOn this episode of "Healing Ties," Jack Tatar the author of, "Safe 4 Retirement: The Four Keys to a Safe Retirement" takes a holistic approach to retirement that considers not only the financial aspects but the need to focus on health, wellness, mental attitude and staying involved as keys to living a long and safe retirement. Today conversation will focus on a "How To Make End Of Life Wishes Easier:" End of life wishes does not have to be a difficult conversation. Listen in to learn how J...
Life Long Learning at Nova Southeastern University
June 14, 2016 23:49 - 34 minutesNova Southeastern University's Lifelong Learning Institute (LLI) provides a vibrant educational environment for mature adults in South Florida. The Life Long Learning program promote intellectual stimulation, physical well being, and social growth that enriches the lives of its members and the community. On today's show, we will be talking with the Director of the Life Long Learning Institute, Linda Maurice and Dr. Cecilia Rokusek, Assistant Dean for Research and Innovation for the College of...
Life Long Learning Institute at Nova Southeastern University
June 14, 2016 15:30 - 38 minutesNova Southeastern University's Lifelong Learning Institute (LLI) provides a vibrant educational environment for mature adults in South Florida. The Life Long Learning program promote intellectual stimulation, physical well being, and social growth that enriches the lives of its members and the community. On today's show, we will be talking with the Director of the Life Long Learning Institute, Linda Maurice and Dr. Cecilia Rokusek, Assistant Dean for Research and Innovation for the College of...
Guest Host on Toula's Tips For Caregivers
May 24, 2016 14:42 - 53 minutesGreat to be the guest host for Toula's Tips For Caregivers out of Jacksonville, FL as we chat with Troy Doughan from Apex Home Health, Patti Shea from AARP Jacksonville, Jane Merritt from Senior Bistro. This show was recorded live from the Caregivers Expo in downtown Jacksonville
Guest Host on Toula's Tips For Caregivers
May 24, 2016 14:42 - 53 minutesGreat to be the guest host for Toula's Tips For Caregivers out of Jacksonville, FL as we chat with Troy Doughan from Apex Home Health, Patti Shea from AARP Jacksonville, Jane Merritt from Senior Bistro. This show was recorded live from the Caregivers Expo in downtown Jacksonville
Authors Spotlight 365 Caregivin Tips For Everyday Caregivers
April 30, 2016 16:31 - 34 minutesCaregiving involves caring for others, giving our time, pushing ourselves to the limit, advocating, learning and loving. Many times it also involves sharing. Five caregivers, Pegi Foulkrod, Gincy Heins, Trish Hughes Kreis, Richard Kries and Kathy Lowrey got together and decided to share their collective wisdom with other caregivers. We all started, knowing just about nothing about caregiving but we learned “on the job” and by talking, laughing, crying and sharing with each other. 365 Careg...
Author's Spotlight: 365 Caregiving Tips for Everyday Caregivers
April 30, 2016 14:00 - 34 minutesCaregiving involves caring for others, giving our time, pushing ourselves to the limit, advocating, learning and loving. Many times it also involves sharing. Five caregivers, Pegi Foulkrod, Gincy Heins, Trish Hughes Kreis, Richard Kries and Kathy Lowrey got together and decided to share their collective wisdom with other caregivers. We all started, knowing just about nothing about caregiving but we learned “on the job” and by talking, laughing, crying and sharing with each other. 365 Car...
LGBT Caregiving: Is There A Difference
April 26, 2016 16:47 - 33 minutesIs there a difference for LGBT Seniors and their Caregivers? We will find out on this episode of Healing Ties, as we visit with Serena Worthington, Director of National Field Initiatives at SAGE USA. Serena is a veteran in aging services and is an expert on LGBT Aging issues. LGBT Seniors are often characterized as one of most undeserved communities in our Nation. Through the tremendous work of SAGE USA (Services & Advocacy for Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual & Transgender Elders) LGBT Seniors do h...
LGBT Caregiving: Is There A Difference?
April 25, 2016 21:00 - 32 minutesIs there a difference for LGBT Seniors and their Caregivers? We will find out on this episode of Healing Ties, as we visit with Serena Worthington, Director of National Field Initiatives at SAGE USA. Serena is a veteran in aging services and is an expert on LGBT Aging issues. LGBT Seniors are often characterized as one of most undeserved communities in our Nation. Through the tremendous work of SAGE USA (Services & Advocacy for Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual & Transgender Elders) LGBT Seniors do h...
Author's Spotlight with Bruce McIntyre Parkinson Positive
April 18, 2016 22:51 - 33 minutesBruce McIntyre serves as the Executive Director of the Parkinson Foundation of Oklahoma. He is the author of Parkinson Positive, Graceful Transitions, and Resilient Life. As a caregiver for his wife for the past 11 years, Bruce understands the world of chronic illness and caregiving. He has led the Caregiver Fundamentals Project in Oklahoma City and served caregivers as a business, church, and non-profit leader. Bruce shares his expert guidance and warm humor with thousands of people each y...
Authors Spotlight with Bruce McIntyre Parkinson Positive A Prescription for Hope
April 18, 2016 21:00 - 32 minutesJoin Chris MacLellan, "The Bow Tie Guy" for a friendly and informative conversation with author Bruce McIntrye. Bruce serves as the Executive Director of the Parkinson Foundation of Oklahoma. He is the author of Parkinson Positive, Graceful Transitions, and Resilient Life. As a caregiver for his wife for the past 11 years, Bruce understands the world of chronic illness and caregiving. He has led the Caregiver Fundamentals Project in Oklahoma City and served caregivers as a business, churc...
Author's Spotlight with Bonnie Friedman Hospital Warrior
April 05, 2016 15:38 - 23 minutesOn this episode of Healing Ties, Author Spotlight we visit with author Bonnie Friedman about her new book, Hospital Warrior: How to Get the Best Care for Your Loved One . Bonnie Friedman spent years balancing her career in communications while raising her children and periodically taking over as an advocate and caregiver for her husband Bob. Hospitalized 14 times over a 24 year period - often with very serious and sometimes life-threatening illnesses, Bonnie's hard-won knowledge kept growi...
Author's Spotlight: Bonnie Friedman Hospital Warrior
April 05, 2016 14:00 - 30 minutesOn this episode of Healing Ties Author Spotlight we will visit with author Bonnie Friedman about her new book, Hospital Warrior: How to Get the Best Care for Your Loved One . Bonnie Friedman spent years balancing her career in communications while raising her children and periodically taking over as an advocate and caregiver for her husband Bob. Hospitalized 14 times over a 24 year period - often with very serious and sometimes life-threatening illnesses, Bonnie's hard-won knowledge kept g...
End Of Life Wishes: Denise Brown's Interview with Richard and Chris
January 07, 2016 17:53 - 40 minutesDenise Brown is the host of "Table Talk" and has one of the most popular websites for Caregivers, Caregiving.com. In January of 2013, Denise interviewed Richard and me about Richard's End of Life Wishes. Having a discussion about end of life wishes is one of the most difficult talks you can have with a love one. I hope by you listening to this honest interview, you will find a path to have an honest conversation with the one you love when it comes to talk about end of life wishes!
Making Order Out of Chaos with Leslie Josel
January 07, 2016 17:39 - 50 minutes - 45.8 MBDo you know someone who has an issue with hoarding? Creator of the award winning, "Academic Planner: A Tool for Time Management," Leslie Josel is the principal and owner of 'Order Out of Chaos', an organizing consulting firm helping you and your family get organized! Listen in and learn how Leslie Josel is creating Healing Ties all around us!
Peggy Hoyt: Partners in Planning a Friend for Life
January 07, 2016 17:27 - 48 minutes - 44.7 MBPeggy Hoyt is Florida Bar Board Certified Elder Law Attorney with significant estate planning, elder law and business experience to her practice. But there is much more to Peggy and her mission to help seniors and their families work through the challenges of the legal system. That is why Peggy becomes your friend for life!
We Have High Hopes with former Caregivers Jan Brent and Merrille MacLellan
January 07, 2016 17:16 - 41 minutes - 38.2 MBSometimes the best conversation you have with friends is those when you sit around the kitchen table and just chat! Nothing fancy, nothing special, just a conversation around the kitchen table with two former Caregivers, Jan Brent and Merrille MacLellan (my sister) as we talk about having High Hopes after Caregiving ends
Creating A Cohesive Team with Judy Ryan from LifeWork Systems
January 07, 2016 17:08 - 46 minutes - 42.8 MBCreating the life you love is possible for all of us, especially when we create a cohesive care team. On today's show, we’ll discuss Judy Ryan from LifeWork Systems will discuss seven steps that will help you create the cohesive care team that we all need to help us transform our day.
Turning Caregiving from Burden to Opportunity with Aging Specialist Anthony Cirillo
January 07, 2016 17:02 - 51 minutes - 47.2 MBAnthony Cirillo is the President and CEO of The Aging Experience and is a passionate advocate for caregivers and seniors, helping them lead a quality life through a platform of educated aging – physically, emotionally and financially. His blog, ‘Who Moved My Dentures’ and corresponding video blogs help consumers understand the healthcare system while imparting ways to live a quality life. Listen in and learn how Anthony is creating Healing Ties all around us!
The Realities of Long Term Care with Author Mike Padewer
January 07, 2016 16:51 - 50 minutes - 45.9 MBWith the retirement boom to continue for the next twenty-years, planning for those retirement years is of critical importance and there may be no greater threat to a comfortable retirement than the need for Long-Term Care. Mike Padewer is the Author of "What's The Deal with Long-Term Care and president of INERTIA?Advisors Service Group. Mike carefully helps both consumers and their advisers become better educated about Long-Term Care Planning. Listen in and learn how Mike is creating Heali...