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The Path to Fair Care

Caregiver Crossing - June 09, 2024 09:00 - 36 minutes ★★★★ - 6 ratings
Join us as we sit down with Dr. Monique Nugent, a Harvard-trained hospitalist practicing in Boston and author of the insightful book "Prescription for Admission." Dr. Nugent shares expert advice and practical tips to help caregivers navigate the complexities of hospital stays, from unde...

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The Annual Indy Gay Market event on Monument Circle

Caregiver Crossing - June 07, 2024 10:00 - 2 minutes ★★★★ - 6 ratings
Indy Gay Market hosted its annual “Big Gay Pride” festival on Saturday and Sunday on Monument Circle.  “We are vendor-focused so we try to make sure that the vendors feel cared for and celebrated in our event, so we are connecting them to each other, as well as to the community,” Lead ...

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Dr. Nicole Fowler Reveals Upcoming Support Model: GUIDE

Caregiver Crossing - June 02, 2024 09:00 - 35 minutes ★★★★ - 6 ratings
In this episode of Caregiver Crossing, join our hosts as they explore early dementia detection with Dr. Fowler and unveil the revolutionary Medicare GUIDE model. This innovative program offers personalized care plans and assessments tailored to dementia patients, all while allowing them...

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Beyond the Diagnosis: Inside the Indiana Parkinson Foundation

Caregiver Crossing - May 26, 2024 09:00 - 35 minutes ★★★★ - 6 ratings
Did you know that every six minutes someone in the U.S. is diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease? Under the dynamic leadership of Kim Williams, the Indiana Parkinson foundation is dedicated to transforming the lives of those affected by Parkinson's disease through comprehensive support pro...

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Loneliness: The Uninvited Guest at Life's Aging Party

Caregiver Crossing - May 19, 2024 09:00 - 35 minutes ★★★★ - 6 ratings
53 percent of older adults in the primary care population experience loneliness. Our guest, Dr. Monica Williams-Farrelly, a Research Scientist for the Indiana University Center for Aging Research at Regenstreif Institute, sheds light on her groundbreaking study on loneliness in older ad...

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Navigating Dementia Conversations with Jessie Hillock

Caregiver Crossing - May 12, 2024 09:00 - 35 minutes ★★★★ - 6 ratings
In this heartfelt episode of Caregiver Crossing, Jessie Hillock, the spirited Dementia navigation coach and certified Dementia practitioner, takes us on a journey through the delicate art of conversing with aging loved ones facing dementia. With her background as a speech pathologist, J...

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Exploring Caregiver Support Services with Joy's House

Caregiver Crossing - May 05, 2024 09:00 - 36 minutes ★★★★ - 6 ratings
Join us for an insightful episode as we shine a spotlight on Caregiver Support Services offered by Joy's House and the experiences of Nyc Sigmon, a dedicated team member of Joy’s House earning his master’s degree in social work. Discover the invaluable resources and assistance provided ...

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Confronting Mortality

Caregiver Crossing - April 28, 2024 09:00 - 35 minutes ★★★★ - 6 ratings
We're on a mission to foster open dialogue about life's most profound transition. Featuring insights from Abby, our end-of-life doula at Joy's House, and Jamie Johnson, who initially hesitated to attend our "Death over Drafts" event, we delve into the depths of mortality with compassion...

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Legacy of Compassion: Being There for Strangers

Caregiver Crossing - April 21, 2024 09:00 - 35 minutes ★★★★ - 6 ratings
Ever wondered about the legacy you’ll leave? Meet Lyn Story, a retiree on a mission to extend a helping hand to strangers in need. In this heartwarming episode of Caregiver Crossing, we delve into Lyn's inspiring journey and explore how her acts of kindness ripple through communities. J...

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Care from Afar: Remote Patient Monitoring

Caregiver Crossing - April 14, 2024 09:00 - 35 minutes ★★★★ - 6 ratings
Feeling overwhelmed as a Caregiver? You’re not alone. A revolutionary tool called Remote Patient Monitoring can empower you and give you peace of mind, all while keeping your loved one healthy at home. Caregivers and Doctors can receive real-time health updates on your loved one, no mat...

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Respite… It’s like an Airbnb for Mom

Caregiver Crossing - April 07, 2024 09:00 - 34 minutes ★★★★ - 6 ratings
Did you know that the estimated 53 million caregivers in our nation provide between 24.4 and 40+ hours of care per week? Caregiving is a selfless act of love and dedication, but it can also be physically and emotionally exhausting. That’s where respite comes in as a much-needed break fo...

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Understanding Guardianship

Caregiver Crossing - March 31, 2024 09:00 - 35 minutes ★★★★ - 6 ratings
In this episode of Caregiver Crossing, we Elder Law Attorney, Stasia Demos Mills about the ins and outs of Guardianship (known as Conservatorship in some states). Stasia shares details of the process and the important components of this important agreement.   Show notes: www.joyshouse...

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Seniors Helping Seniors

Caregiver Crossing - March 24, 2024 09:00 - 35 minutes ★★★★ - 6 ratings
In this episode of Caregiver Crossing, we talk with Melissa Haley, caregiver & team lead with Seniors Helping Seniors. Melissa shares with us her caregiving journey and what she believes is the most important part of caring for our aging loved ones. Show notes: www.joyshouse.org www...

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When Therapy and Caregiving Collide

Caregiver Crossing - March 17, 2024 09:00 - 35 minutes ★★★★ - 6 ratings
The demands of caregiving cause emotional and physical stress on the millions of caregivers across the country. It's common to feel angry, frustrated, worn out, or sad. And it's common to feel alone. Caregiver stress can put caregivers at risk of changes in their health leading to 1 in ...

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Preparing Neurodivergent Individuals for the Workforce

Caregiver Crossing - March 10, 2024 09:00 - 35 minutes ★★★★ - 6 ratings
Did you know that driven by both genetic and environmental factors, an estimated 15-20 percent of the world's population exhibits some form of neurodivergence? In this episode of Caregiver Crossing, talk with Sarah Crawford, Job Coach and Benefits Liaison, who works to support individu...

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Preparing Your Loved One for Long-Term Care

Caregiver Crossing - March 03, 2024 10:00 - 35 minutes ★★★★ - 6 ratings
In this episode of Caregiver Crossing, we delve into the sometimes challenging but crucial topic of preparing your aging loved one for long-term care.  We welcome to the Joy’s House studio, Dave Holder, Owner of Assisted Living Locators and Author of Ask Dave Holder. Dave shares with u...

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The Restoracy: Fostering community in long-term care

Caregiver Crossing - February 25, 2024 10:00 - 35 minutes ★★★★ - 6 ratings
Did you know that 77% of adults over the age of 50 prefer to age in place, meaning that they would like to remain in their own homes as they age? When the expected happens and it becomes unsafe for them to remain in their own home- a long-term care community that looks and feels like ho...

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Caring for Our Oral Health As We Age

Caregiver Crossing - February 18, 2024 10:00 - 35 minutes ★★★★ - 6 ratings
Did you know that without saliva, we would not be able to taste anything? How about that the inside of your mouth holds as many bacteria as the number of people on Earth? On this week’s show, we explore a crucial aspect of caregiving: oral health.  We sit down with Dentist Kathrine So,...

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Balanced Bowls: The Role that Nutrition Plays on Health

Caregiver Crossing - February 04, 2024 10:00 - 35 minutes ★★★★ - 6 ratings
On this week’s show, we’re are joined by registered dietitian and Owner of The Wellness Philosophy, Staci Small. Staci shares with us the role that nutrition plays on our overall health and a few key factors to keep in mind when we think that we may have a nutrient deficiency. Learn M...

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Protect Yourself from Scams

Caregiver Crossing - January 28, 2024 10:00 - 35 minutes ★★★★ - 6 ratings
On this week’s show, we’re are joined by Tavis Schaffer, Founder of TeleCalm. Tavis shares with us tips on how to spot and avoid the ever-evolving scam. He also shares how TeleCalm is helping families rest assured that their loved one isn’t going to become a scam artist’s next victim.  ...

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Maximizing Your Social Security Benefits in 2024

Caregiver Crossing - January 21, 2024 10:00 - 35 minutes ★★★★ - 6 ratings
On this week’s show, Candace & Terri are joined by Mike Lemaich of Global Fund Management. Mike shares tips for maximizing your social security benefits this year and also the details of his upcoming educational seminar.    Learn More About Joy's House Hear Past Episodes of the Show ...

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The New Doctor Is In

Caregiver Crossing - January 14, 2024 10:00 - 36 minutes ★★★★ - 6 ratings
On this week’s show, Candace & Terri are joined by two wonderful guests who are helping to support caregivers in very different ways. In the first half of the show, we talk with Chris Schneider, Communications Director at the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America. Chris shares with us the i...

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Navigating the world of long-term care options

Caregiver Crossing - December 31, 2023 10:00 - 32 minutes ★★★★ - 6 ratings
Trying to navigate the world of long-term care options? We have just the person to help! In this episode of Caregiver Crossing, we’re joined by Dave Holder, Certified Senior Advisor and author of “Ask Dave Holder, What Every Person Should Know About Senior Living Options”. If finding th...

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Memories in Bloom: Navigating Alzheimer’s Disease & the Long Farewell

Caregiver Crossing - December 24, 2023 10:00 - 35 minutes ★★★★ - 6 ratings
On this week’s show, we’re joined by Jane Bentley, who cared for her husband throughout his journey with Alzheimer’s Disease. Jane shares with us the warning signs that she and others noticed, the process of caring for Mr. Keith as his diagnosis progressed, and how she has continued to ...

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Future Proof Your Retirement

Caregiver Crossing - December 17, 2023 10:00 - 35 minutes ★★★★ - 6 ratings
Retirement is the next chapter for many, but how often do people enter this exciting time, unprepared or underprepared.   On this week’s show, we’re joined by Mike Lemaich of Global Fund Management, who shares with us best practices for planning for and entering into retirement. Mike a...

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Culinary Compassion: MealTrain is Making it Easy Help During Life Events

Caregiver Crossing - December 10, 2023 10:00 - 35 minutes ★★★★ - 6 ratings
MealTrain, with its user-friendly interface and innovative features, has become a beacon of hope for caregivers worldwide. Throughout its life MealTrain has orchestrated 69 million meals for over 3.1 million families and counting. On this week’s show, we’re joined by Mike Laramee, Co-...

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Cocktails & Caregivers: Crafting Resilience for all Family Caregivers

Caregiver Crossing - December 03, 2023 10:00 - 35 minutes ★★★★ - 6 ratings
Cocktails & Caregivers is more than a trendy name for an event, it is an organization that is changing the lives of caregivers across the county.  On this week’s show, we’re joined by Amanda Clark-Wahl, Founder of Cocktails & Caregivers. Amanda shares her story of caregiving for her yo...

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Decoding the Medicare Maze

Caregiver Crossing - November 26, 2023 10:00 - 35 minutes ★★★★ - 6 ratings
There are approximately 59,869,402 Americans Medicare beneficiaries. Medicare can be a confusing topic and on this week's episode, we joined by Steven Urban, Owner of Urban Health & Life. Steve is here to help demystify the enrollment process. Learn more about Joy’s House Listen to p...

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Home for the Holidays: Spotting the Subtle Shifts in Your Aging Loved One

Caregiver Crossing - November 19, 2023 10:00 - 36 minutes ★★★★ - 6 ratings
Did you know that approximately 15 percent of family caregivers live more than an hour away from their aging loved one? That means that 5 million caregivers will be visiting this holiday season and may notice some changes in mom and/or dad.  On this week’s show, we’re joined by Star Br...

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From Challenge to Community: Redefining Life After Brain Injury

Caregiver Crossing - November 12, 2023 10:00 - 35 minutes ★★★★ - 6 ratings
The CDC’s National Center for Injury Prevention and Control estimates that 5.3 million U.S. citizens are living with a disability as a result of a traumatic brain injury. On this week’s show we’re joined by Susie Fitt, founding board member of Villa Licci, the first residential commun...

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