Latest Elderly care Podcast Episodes
When Mom Doesn't Realize How Hard It is On Me!
Caregivers Finding A Foothold - June 21, 2024 21:00 - 11 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingIn this episode I address a common yet challenging scenario where a caregiver struggles to manage their own life while caring for an appreciative but unaware parent. Join us as we explore: The signs of caregiver burnout and why recognizing them early is crucial. Strategies for having honest c...
You Must Include Your Needs In The Caregiving Plan
Caregivers Finding A Foothold - May 09, 2024 21:00 - 22 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingThis is a replay of a previous podcast. I thought it fitting to replay it, as it had many downloads and many appreciated the first release. Please enjoy. Caring for your parents is honorable but also challenging. You want to do all you can to make things easier for them, so you put all your ...
Navigating Caregiving Challenges: Saying No To A Demanding Parent
Caregivers Finding A Foothold - February 18, 2024 00:00 - 27 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingIn this episode, we tackle the complexities of caregiving by addressing the difficult task of setting boundaries with demanding parents. Learn from the extensive experience of an occupational therapist and caregiver as insight and strategies for maintaining balance and well-being while carin...
Episode 56: A Happier New Year Is Possible
Caregivers Finding A Foothold - January 17, 2024 23:00 - 26 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingIn this episode, we delve into empowering caregivers to create opportunities for experiencing a happier 2024 by focusing on mindset shifts and strategic planning. We explore the importance of cultivating a positive outlook, building a supportive network, and establishing a caregiving team. We ...
Episode 56: A Happier New Year Is Possible For Caregivers
Caregivers Finding A Foothold - January 17, 2024 23:00 - 26 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingIn this episode, we delve into empowering caregivers to create opportunities for experiencing a happier 2024 by focusing on mindset shifts and strategic planning. We explore the importance of cultivating a positive outlook, building a supportive network, and establishing a caregiving team. We ...
Episode 55: Going Home For Holidays: Are Aging Parents Doing OK?
Caregivers Finding A Foothold - December 21, 2023 02:00 - 28 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingIn this episode, we dive into the vital conversation of assessing the safety of aging parents and grandparents as families reunite for visits during the holiday season. While it's a time to gather, have fun, and continue cherished family traditions, it's also an opportune moment to prioritize ...
Episode 54: Aging In Place: Are Your Parents Doing Ok In Their Homes?
Caregivers Finding A Foothold - November 02, 2023 11:00 - 23 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingIn this episode, we talk about the important topic of aging in place. What are things that we can do when a parent in advanced aging desires to live out their lives in their own home, even when you see that things have become challenging and there are fall risks? What are some things that you...
Episode 53: Preventing Family Caregiver Injuries
Caregivers Finding A Foothold - September 27, 2023 02:00 - 28 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingIn this episode of "Caregivers Finding a Foothold," we tackle a pressing concern: preventing caregiver injuries. These injuries are happening. The injuries are changing lives, these injuries often long lasting and affect the quality of life of the family caregiver long after the caregiving jour...
Episode 52: 4 Ways To "Finding" Time For Yourself As A Caregiver
Caregivers Finding A Foothold - July 17, 2023 01:00 - 23 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingThis episode addresses a question called into the podcast call in line, from a caller Jim. Jim has expressed frustrations this summer, at always having to cancel his plans and never having enough time to take care of his needs, due to care duties related to caring for him mom. In today's disc...
Episode 51: Keys to Effective Caregiving After A Loved One Has had A Stroke.
Caregivers Finding A Foothold - June 15, 2023 15:00 - 20 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingA re-release of a popular podcast from last year which has helped many family caregivers adapt to life caring for a loved one who has had a stroke. As a caregiver, if your loved one has had a stroke, how much help they will need can vary greatly. It can range from them requiring no assistance ...
Keys to Effective Caregiving After A Loved One Has had A Stroke.
Caregivers Finding A Foothold - June 15, 2023 15:00 - 20 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingA re-release of a popular podcast from last year which has helped many family caregivers adapt to life caring for a loved one who has had a stroke. As a caregiver, if your loved one has had a stroke, how much help they will need can vary greatly. It can range from them requiring no assistance ...
Episode 50: Mom Is Refusing To Make Changes That Can Make Caring For Her Easier
Caregivers Finding A Foothold - May 10, 2023 20:00 - 20 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingThis episodes addresses a question called into the podcast call in line. When you are caring for an aging parent who is still in their own home, things can get challenging. Especially when you have moved back in to care for them and they are having difficulty accepting recommendations from you...
Episode 49: Courage To Be The Daughter, Not The Little Child
Caregivers Finding A Foothold - April 16, 2023 21:00 - 17 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingToday's episode features a guest who shares her story of courage. We will return to our format of addressing your concerns called in to the call-in line, on our next episode. My guest for this podcast episode is Eve Hill. She is a Californian. She was a former sitcom writer, grant writer an...
Episode 48: Moving from the Winter of Caregiving into Your Spring Season
Caregivers Finding A Foothold - March 12, 2023 00:00 - 27 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingIn our calendar year, there are seasons. The climate changes as we go through the year and we must navigate through those seasons, making adjustments to accommodate for the newness of events and challenges which come. The same is true for caregiving. There are times when you settle into a rout...
Episode 47: 4 Common Caregiver Stressors. What was hardest for you in 2022?
Caregivers Finding A Foothold - January 14, 2023 20:00 - 15 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingNot all caregivers endure the same types of stress. What keeps you up at night or causes tears to flow down your face when someone asks, "How you are doing?" Your story may be very different from another family caregiver. Each story can be different. As a family caregiver, you face uniqu...
4 Common Caregiver Stressors. What was hardest for you in 2022?
Caregivers Finding A Foothold - January 14, 2023 20:00 - 15 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingNot all caregivers endure the same types of stress. What keeps you up at night or causes tears to flow down your face when someone asks, "How you are doing?" Your story may be very different from another family caregiver. Each story can be different. As a family caregiver, you face uniqu...
Episode 46: Change Is Happening!
Caregivers Finding A Foothold - December 25, 2022 17:00 - 8 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingThe year 2022 has been about change and growth for me and many of you. Thank you for daring to believe then taking the courage to take the first steps. That has been the case here in the Finding A Foothold Community. Thank you to the many who have joined this community, making the decision ...
Episode 45: Son hasn't worked because mom with fall risks. Son may lose his house.
Caregivers Finding A Foothold - December 06, 2022 05:00 - 18 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingA caller left a message on the call-in line, explaining the following scenario: Son states: Mom previously lived alone, had a fall and injury to her hip 3 months ago. Mom currently has home health OT and PT to help with her recovery but they will be ending soon. Mom is much better, using a ...
Episode 44: It Is Difficult To Work From Home When Mom Keeps Calling My Name
Caregivers Finding A Foothold - September 24, 2022 22:00 - 15 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingDaughter works from home. She is grateful for that because she is the primary caregiver for her mom who lives with her. Since home from the hospital after a hip fracture, mom with weakness and needs help with all task. Daughter very concerned that she may jeopardize her ability to remain a ...
Hospital Discharge: Home or Inpatient Rehab when Mom is so weak.
Caregivers Finding A Foothold - September 01, 2022 21:00 - 14 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingBeing in the hospital for several days would result in most of us wanting to go home. We would be ready to sleep in our own beds and eat food that we enjoy. And this is also often the case with many elderly patients who are being discharged from the hospital, they are ready to go home! I kno...
Episode 43: Hospital Discharge: Home or Inpatient Rehab when Mom is so weak.
Caregivers Finding A Foothold - September 01, 2022 21:00 - 14 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingBeing in the hospital for several days would result in most of us wanting to go home. We would be ready to sleep in our own beds and eat food that we enjoy. And this is also often the case with many elderly patients who are being discharged from the hospital, they are ready to go home! I kno...
Episode 42: What To Do When Dad Won't Let Daughter Help in Bathroom?
Caregivers Finding A Foothold - August 23, 2022 20:00 - 11 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingWhen you are caring for an aging parent of the opposite sex, things can get a little awkward -- when it comes to modesty with toileting and other aspects of care. This is the case with Jenna, with a question of how to address concerns that her dad may have fall risks in the bathroom, difficult...
What To Do When Dad Won't Let Daughter Help in Bathroom?
Caregivers Finding A Foothold - August 23, 2022 20:00 - 11 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingWhen you are caring for an aging parent of the opposite sex, things can get a little awkward -- when it comes to modesty with toileting and other aspects of care. This is the case with Jenna, with a question of how to address concerns that her dad may have fall risks in the bathroom, difficult...
Episode 41: 7 Tips To Help Caregivers Live Well
Caregivers Finding A Foothold - August 08, 2022 12:00 - 16 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingMaintaining your health and well-being while caregiving is a must. Unfortunately most caregiver learn this the hard way. (I know I did!) As a caregiver, if your number one focus is to only be concerned that your loved one has everything they need, that they have a good quality of life bu...
7 Tips To Help Caregivers Live Well
Caregivers Finding A Foothold - August 08, 2022 12:00 - 16 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingMaintaining your health and well-being while caregiving is a must. Unfortunately most caregiver learn this the hard way. (I know I did!) As a caregiver, if your number one focus is to only be concerned that your loved one has everything they need, that they have a good quality of life bu...
Episode 40: How To Care For Your Loved One Who Has Had A Stroke
Caregivers Finding A Foothold - May 31, 2022 21:00 - 20 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingAs a caregiver, if your loved one has had a stroke, how much help they will need can vary greatly. It can range from them requiring no assistance with care, to requiring more care than one person can offer. Do your homework by learning about your loved one’s strengths and weaknesses. Be rea...
Episode 39: Your Needs Must Be Included In the Caregiving Plan
Caregivers Finding A Foothold - May 13, 2022 00:00 - 24 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingCaring for your parents is honorable but also challenging. You want to do all you can to make things easier for them, so you put all your energy and effort into trying to meet their every need. When you do this, you often do it at the expense of your own mental and physical well-being, and thi...
Episode 38: But Did You Read The Hospital Discharge Paperwork?
Caregivers Finding A Foothold - April 03, 2022 03:00 - 15 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingCaregivers are often overwhelmed with concerns and uncertainty about their loved one when they are in the hospital, it is an emotional time and it takes everyone out of their normal routine. When they have had a surgery, it even makes things more stressful. Discharge day is usually full of ...
Episode 38: But Did You Read The Hospital Discharge Paperwork?
Caregivers Finding A Foothold - April 03, 2022 03:00 - 15 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingCaregivers are often overwhelmed with concerns and uncertainty about their loved one when they are in the hospital, it is an emotional time and it takes everyone out of their normal routine. When they have had a surgery, it even makes things more stressful. Discharge day is usually full of ...
Episode 37: Caregivers Are You Really Alone?
Caregivers Finding A Foothold - March 30, 2022 01:00 - 29 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingFinding A Foothold Podcast is devoted to lightening the load of family caregivers who show up, to provide care to their loved ones. Many caregivers have concerns and questions and need guidance on how to make the caregiving journey easier. Finding A Foothold is a community of caregivers who ...
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