Selfull Caregiver Podcast: Recent Episodes
Dawnita Michelle' Brown
Hey Caregiver! Welcome to the podcast that's created with you in mind. I am Dawnita Michelle’ your fellow caregiver and selfull host. A former selfish and selfless human turned selfull. So just what is selfull? Glad you asked. In simplest terms, it’s the sweet spot between selfish and selfless. Selfish is all about me, selfless is all about you...selfull is about me and you making the caregiving journey just a little bit easier for us and our carees. Every other week you'll hear stories and learn actionable tips that you can implement along your quest to selfullness. Let's get SELFULL!
New Podcast Episode!
Hey Caregiver!
In Part 1 of "It's Time for Discharge...Now What" we discussed all things discharge. Well, in Part 2 we'll continue our discussion of discharge, but also self-care. September is Self-Care Awareness Month so this ties right in!
Listen in to Part 2!
If you have any questions for Nicole she can be reached at: hughesnm@plu.edu
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New Podcast Episode!
Hey Caregiver!
Often times we are thrown into the caregiving role suddenly. We don’t know where to turn, who to turn to, or what to do. Well, in this episode I’ll be having a very informative and much needed conversation with Case Manager/Discharge Planner Nicole Hughes. We’ll discuss all things discharge: care teams, recommendations on choosing a nursing home, insurance, resources for caregivers, and more. There was so much information to cover that there is a Part 1 and Part 2.
Listen in to Part 1!
If you have any questions for Nicole she can be reached at: hughesnm@plu.edu
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🎙New Podcast Episode!
Hey Caregiver!
We all know that caregiving has its' challenges. But, not too many of us have been on the other side of the table. Well, Tamra Nalls have. Tamra, a mother, advocate, and entrepreneur—developed her invigorating spirit and an overwhelming passion for helping others while lending a helping hand to her own late mother who needed consistent support and assistance while facing health challenges.
Tamra has over 17 years of experience in the health care industry as a senior leader for skilled nursing facilities and retirement communities. With such an impressive background in the healthcare industry, there is no surprise that Tamra would open her own homecare business- Aagape Homecare.
In this episode, Tamra shares her story on being on both sides of the caregiving table, the shortage of caregivers, comprehensive community-based care planning, utilizing Medicaid benefits for homecare, and more.
Listen in! 🎧
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Follow Tamra on FB: Tamra Nalls Aagape Home Care
IG: @aagapehomecare and @tamra_smith_nalls
Website: www.aagapehomecare.com
Email: tnalls@aagapehomecare.com
Phone: 608.237.7735
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Hey Caregiver!
I know it's been a while so this is a short check-in podcast from me and Mama! We talk about getting older, watching the Game Show Network, and the importance of respite!
Parental Advisory because Mama is a trip!!
Enjoy and be selFULL!
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Hey Caregiver!
It's a little easier to care for the parent who was nurturing and gave you unconditional love. But what about the parent who was not around and not so loving?
Well that’s Charlie Hurt’s story.
In this episode, Charlie will share how he cared for his mother who was his everything, and his father who was absent from his life until the last 8 years of his life.
Charlie shares his story in detail and gives it to us straight...no chaser. It's a story of redemption, forgiveness, and love.
Listen in! 🎧
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Follow Charlie on FB: Charlie Hurt and IG: @charlie_hurt
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Hey Caregiver!
I have learned so much on this caregiving journey and one of the things that I have witnessed, and have learned from others, is that middle-class people (folks that have worked all of their lives, have assets, but do not have access to 10s of thousands of dollars/disposable income) find themselves depleting ALL of what they have to get adequate health care, equipment, activities, etc. or going without. Those that make too much to qualify for Medicaid but not enough to write a check for a $5000 Barton Chair or pay an agency $35/hr for around-the-clock care. And, what about the family caregiver?! Well, that's what Dr. Donna Benton, Director of the USC Family Caregiver Support Center (FCSC) and the Los Angeles Caregiver Resource Center (LACRC), and I will discuss in this episode.
Dr. Benton has over 30 years of experience in providing direct service, advocacy and programs for families caring for persons with dementia. Her research focus is on the development of online evidence-based interventions for family caregivers to improve mental and physical health and well-being and prevention of elder mistreatment. She also serves as a mentor to students interested in advocacy for caregivers.
Dr. Benton is with us today as a representative of the California Caregiver Resource Centers, which is a network of 11 centers throughout California which annually serve over 18,000 family caregivers who are caring for adults affected by chronic and debilitating health conditions, degenerative diseases, or traumatic brain injury.
SOCIAL MEDIA
Dr. Benton's CRC (LA CRC):
fcsc.usc.edu
Instagram & Twitter: @uscfcsc
Dr. Benton's Personal Twitter: @donnabentonphd
Statewide CRCs:
caregivercalifornia.org
Instagram & Twitter: @caregiver_ca
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Hey Caregiver!
Caregiving is one of those things that we don't sign up for. But, when God calls you to it, He will bring you through it. Not only will He bring you through it, He oftentimes turns your pain into purpose. This is what He did for today's guest Lesley Miller. After many years of caring for her father (brother, grandmother and aunt) she now works tirelessly to give back to her community as both the Owner and Director of Operations at A Helper's Heart Home Care (a non-medical home care agency serving seniors). Lesley, a quintessential caregiver, is also a Certified Dementia Practitioner with over eighteen years of experience in caregiving and elder advocacy. Lesley lives by her agency’s Motto- Matthew 20:28 - Not to be served, but to serve.
In this episode we'll discuss:
*Forgiveness
*Support
*Strength
*Advocacy for the Black caregiving community
*Serving ourselves while serving others and more!
Follow Lesley on Social at:
Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/ahelpershearthomecare
IG: https://www.instagram.com/ahelpershearthomecare
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Hey Caregiver!
Caregiving ain't for punks. We all know that. However, you can make a difference, by caring for yourself in the midst of the journey. In this episode, you'll hear how Taueret K. Thomas manages to stay sane while caring for her parents, grandmother, her business, and herself.
We'll discuss:
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The importance of taking breaks;
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Support;
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Honoring your feelings; and more.
Listen in!!
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Hey Caregiver! We all know that caregiving is a 24/7 365 job! It's unpredictable…like a box of chocolates. You never know what you're going to get. Couple that with a full-time job. Not, just a job, but a leadership position. In this episode, you'll hear how Jessica Guthrie, a full-time, millennial caregiver, advocate, educator, and non-profit senior executive manages it all. Oh, and add social media caregiving influencer to the list. We'll discuss: - Caregiving as a millennial - The importance of having a supportive work environment - Establishing boundaries - Self-care - The idea of dating while caregiving and so much more! *This podcast was pre-recorded and since our conversation, Jessica had a horrible experience with a home health agency while on travel for work. They provided subpar care to her mom and Jessica actually shares the intricacies of it all on her personal Instagram vlog at @careercaregivingcollide. So after you listen to this episode, head on over to her IG page. Enjoy the conversation!
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In this episode, Quentin Rogers, former caregiver to friend, great aunt, and caregiver to mom, will share his caregiving journey and holistic strategies that he practices. We’ll discuss topics from ikebana, to self-care, to death, and more. And as a bonus, we'll do a guided meditation! Listen in, and join us for the ride!
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Hey Caregiver!! We are ending this podcast year with a bang and you’re in for a real treat! Me and Mamaaaa!!
On August 5, 2018 Mama was placed on life support after she suffered a severe subdural hematoma, which resulted in a brainstem stroke. Two months later, the neurosurgeon said that she wouldn't be able to do much of anything and that with a brainstem stroke most patients are "locked-in". Therefore, her baseline was better than most.
Three years later, post rehabs, hospitals, and hospice, she's still here and living life out-loud and not "locked-in". While she's immobile her brain isn't. Listen in as Mama and I travel through this caregiving journey with humor. (her description) Note: She didn't laugh for months.
Parental advisory advised...Explicit Content. Just sayin’. She loves Jesus but she might cuss a little! LOL
Listen in and laugh with us for 15 minutes. Happy Holidays and Be Selfull! Enjoy y'all!
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As we know caregiving has it's challenges. But, along with challenges come progress. In this episode you'll hear how Marc Paylor, long distance caregiver to his dad, is making progress with his brother to ensure that their father has the best care. We'll discuss:
- What caring remotely looks like
- Sharing caregiving duties with siblings
- Self-care as preservation
- The finances of caregiving
Listen in and BE SELFULL.
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Caring for one parents is hard. But caring for both parents simultaneously is even harder. In this episode we'll hear from Chris Graham who did just that...and did it graciously. In this episode we discuss:
Caregiving as paying homage Caregiving being a bit easier when you're single and have work flexibility High and low days Life after caregiving
Listen in and enjoy!
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In this episode we will talk "All Things Caregiving" with Antoinette Peele, who cares for her mom.
In this episode we discuss:
- Antoinette's caregiving journey as a caregiver for her father, sister, and mother
- The importance of estate planning
- The ugly side of nursing facilities
- Caring for the uninsured and more!
Enjoy and be selfull!
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In this episode we will hear from Howard and Joyce Mason who are caregivers for Howard's mom. In this episode we discuss:
- The importance of caring for parents with love
- Self-care and selfullness
- Accepting help and not doing it all alone
- Words of wisdom for husbands and wives caring for parents
Enjoy and be selfull!
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Hey Caregiver! Due to the nature of caregiving, caregivers are often severely selfless and giving of themselves to their loved ones. So as caregivers, how can we work to change this reality? Take a wild guess! We can shift the narrative by embracing “selfullness.” But, just what is selfullness? In this episode you'll learn about selfullness and strategies to help you along your journey. Listen in!
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This is a two-part episode chronicling my caregiving journey. Part 1 is about my Peace Corps life 2 years before caregiving and Part 2 is about my life as a caregiver.
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Creating a community of wholistically well selfull caregivers....mind, body, and spirit.
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