The Caregiver Cafe: Recent Episodes
Rosalind Jones
The Caregiver Cafe' podcast tackles and highlights the daily situations caregivers face with their aging loved ones. We also empower you to navigate the care and challenges of your loved one with relevant topics and through the voices of your peers and their life and experiences.
In this episode, we talk about occupational therapy and how impactful it can be in someone's life especially the elderly.
For caregivers, knowledge of occupational therapy can help with caring for their loved ones.
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In this episode, we talk about occupational therapy and how impactful it can be in someone's life especially the elderly.
For caregivers, knowledge of occupational therapy can help with caring for their loved ones.
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The physical demands of caregiving are not to be underestimated. Lifting, bathing, and assisting with mobility are just a few of the physically taxing tasks that caregivers routinely perform.
These actions can lead to strained muscles, back problems, and joint pain. Over time, the repetitive nature of caregiving tasks can contribute to chronic pain and even serious injuries.
Caregivers often prioritize the well-being of their loved ones over their own, neglecting proper body mechanics and self-care practices that can prevent these physical issues.
In this episode, I get down to how a caregiver can ensure they are managing the physical toll of caregiving.
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Caregiving is a deeply emotional journey that carries an often unspoken price tag. The emotional cost can impact caregivers' mental health, relationships, and overall quality of life.
By recognizing and addressing these emotional challenges, caregivers can find ways to navigate the complexities of their role while preserving their own well-being.
Remember, acknowledging and tending to your own emotions is not a sign of weakness, but rather a testament to your strength and dedication as a caregiver.
Listen to this episode for the emotional cost of caregiving.
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In this episode, we delve into the often-overlooked but significant topic of caregiving and its impact on employment.
Caregiving, whether for children, aging parents, or other dependents, can have profound effects on one's career trajectory, work-life balance, and overall well-being.
We get down to the strategies to address the employment challenges of caregivers.
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In today's episode, we'll be diving deep into the importance of creating a supportive environment for caregivers.
Caregivers play a crucial role in our society, devoting their time, energy, and love to those in need. However, this selfless responsibility can often lead to burnout and emotional strain.
So how can one create a supportive environment for caregivers? Find out in this episode.
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Caregivers are the lifelines of our society, selflessly dedicating their time, energy, and love to care for those who need it most.
From looking after aging parents and disabled family members to providing vital assistance to the sick, caregivers play an indispensable role in our lives.
In this episode, I share how we can show concern for caregivers enabling them to continue offering the support they give.
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Caregivers play a crucial role in supporting and providing care for their loved ones, whether it's for children, elderly parents, or family members with disabilities.
However, juggling caregiving responsibilities alongside work can be overwhelming and often leads to significant employment challenges.
In this episode, we'll explore various strategies to help caregivers overcome these challenges and maintain a healthy work-life balance.
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Caregiving can impact employment by reducing work hours, causing career disruptions, and leading to financial strain.
Caregivers may face discrimination, struggle with work-life balance, and experience health issues.
Supportive measures are needed to help caregivers manage their responsibilities while maintaining their employment and well-being.
In this episode, I get into how juggling caregiving and employment can have a toll on caregivers.
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Creating a supportive environment for caregivers is crucial to alleviate stress, prevent burnout, enhance caregiving skills, foster social connections, provide access to resources, and implement policies that acknowledge and accommodate caregivers' needs.
By creating such an environment, we can better support and empower caregivers in their crucial role.
Tap into this episode to figure out how you can provide support to caregivers.
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Caregiving can be physically, emotionally, and mentally demanding.
Supporting caregivers is essential to promote their well-being, enhance the quality of care, maintain continuity of care, reduce healthcare costs, have positive social and economic impacts, and express gratitude for their dedication.
In this episode, I get into the value of supporting caregivers.
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In this episode, we dive into the topic of balancing work and caregiver responsibilities.
Many individuals find themselves juggling the demands of their careers while also taking on the responsibilities of caregiving for a family member or loved one. This can be a challenging and overwhelming task, but with the right strategies and mindset, it is possible to find a healthy balance.
We explore practical tips and insights on how to help listeners navigate this delicate balancing act.
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Balancing work and caregiver responsibilities can be a significant challenge, as it involves juggling multiple demands and responsibilities simultaneously.
This is a common struggle for many caregivers and in this episode, I share a couple of those challenges and how one can adjust their hours or seek the help they need from loved ones.
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Managing the responsibilities of caregiving can be overwhelming, especially if you have other commitments such as work and family.
Transitioning your parents to a more supportive environment, like an assisted living facility or your home can help alleviate some of the caregiving burden and ensure they receive the care they need.
In this episode, we get down to how to handle such a major shift in both you and your parents' life.
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When considering moving your parents or loved ones out of their homes, it's important to approach the situation with empathy and understanding.
Communicate openly, involve them in the decision-making process, and explore alternatives that balance their desires with their safety and well-being.
Due to the emotional attachment, your parents or loved ones have towards their home, this move can affect them more than you expect.
In this episode, I share how one can make it easy for their parents/loved ones when moving them out of their home.
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Taking care of an ex-partner is complex due to emotional baggage, difficulty in establishing boundaries and managing expectations, hindering personal growth and moving on, communication challenges, interference with new boundaries and relationships, and potential harm to personal well-being.
It's crucial to assess one's emotional capacity and boundaries while considering the well-being of both individuals involved.
In this episode, we continue our discussion on how you can show care for an ex-partner without losing yourself in the process.
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Caregiving for an ex-partner can be a complex and challenging situation, as it may involve navigating complex emotions and past relationship dynamics. However, it is not an uncommon scenario, especially if the ex-partner is in need of significant care due to illness or disability.
In this eye-opening episode, we tackle the challenges of caregiving for an ex-partner by addressing past issues, maintaining open communication, and having a support system in place.
Whether you're stepping into the unusual shoes of caring for an ex-spouse or want to help a friend facing this situation, our valuable insights will help make this experience less complicated and frustrating.
Don't miss out on this enlightening discussion – tune in now!
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Patterns have a great influence on the life you live and if you are keen to recognize your patterns you can increase your life expectancy and change your life.
In this episode, I talk to Dr. Jacob and patterns and their influence on how long and short we live.
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Patterns have a great influence on the life you live and if you are keen to recognize your patterns you can increase your life expectancy and change your life.
In this episode, I talk to Dr. Jacob and patterns and their influence on how long and short we live.
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Patterns have a great influence on the life you live and if you are keen to recognize your patterns you can increase your life expectancy and change your life.
In this episode, I talk to Dr. Jacon and patterns and their influence on how long and short we live.
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As you gracefully age, it is important for you to put everything in order so you do not leave your loved ones clueless about what the next steps are.
In this episode, I speak to Darra Wray about how one can have life in order to enable their caregivers have a smooth ride as they support them throughout life.
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As you gracefully age, it is important for you to put everything in order so you do not leave your loved ones clueless about what the next steps are.
In this episode, I speak to Darra Wray about how one can have life in order to enable their caregivers have a smooth ride as they support them throughout life.
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The caregiving journey is often filled with tough challenges and intense emotions.
To help manage it all, in this episode I share suggestions for how to thrive as a caregiver learned from hands-on experience caring for a number of individuals.
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When undertaking the role of a caregiver, can come with much more than you expected.
How do you navigate experiences that go beyond what the role entails allowing you as a caregiver to flourish?
In this episode, I share a couple of non-negotiables, caregivers should look into incorporating to ensure they are doing an exceptional role while caring for the loved one.
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Being a caregiver can be a stressful, all-consuming job that will wear on anyone over time. The responsibility, ups and downs, and stress can pile up over time and lead to burnout.
If you find yourself thinking, “I am so tired of being a caregiver,” it is important to know you cannot take care of others unless you are taking care of yourself, so it is important to take the time to check in and seek help if needed.
Join me in this episode to listen in to a conversation I had with my colleagues about their experiences on the days when their caregiver battery was low.
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Caregiving can be hard for anyone, but being an only child may add additional challenges.
As an only child, you may not have siblings to share the responsibilities of caregiving with, which can lead to feelings of isolation and burnout.
Additionally, you may have a stronger emotional attachment to your parent, making it harder to separate your role as a caregiver from your role as a child.
Join me in this episode to listen in to a conversation I had with my colleagues about how to navigate caregiving as an only child.
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You have your job -- the one with a paycheck. And then you have your caregiving responsibilities -- helping someone who means the world to you.
Work can be rewarding in more ways than one. So can caregiving. But together, it’s a demanding combination. You may feel like you’ve got more on your plate than you can handle on some days.
So how do you navigate caregiving and juggling your job? In this episode, I share how this is possible and why you should be transparent with your employer about your caregiver role.
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If you get caught in a riptide, the best way to survive is to swim with it. Go in the direction it's carrying you. People drown when they try to overpower the tide instead of using its energy to go somewhere else.
The same principle holds true for overcoming naysayers when working as a caregiver
If you're dealing with an active naysayer, and you try to overpower them, you will (emotionally) drown in negativity. Instead, you have to move with their energy, not fight it.
In this episode, I share a couple of ways you can deal with naysayers.
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We all procrastinate differently, and we have all put off something that we needed to do. But how many times have you put off the same task and in how many areas of your life do you procrastinate?
So why is procrastination bad and how does procrastination affect our lives? If you think that it’s just as simple as postponing things, you’re not entirely wrong. But procrastination affects us deeply. In fact, it can affect many aspects of our lives aside from simply not getting things done.
In this episode, I share a couple of reasons why we procrastinate and how we can improve and maximize our time.
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Many caregivers are perpetually tired from the emotional and physical demands that result from caring for their loved one. Just the thought of your normal routine plus decorating the house, attending special events, shopping for gifts, and preparing special food for the holidays can be overwhelming.
But what if you had more control over the events, expectations, and relationships that often make holiday times so stressful? This could make a huge difference in the way you and your loved one experience the season.
In this episode, I share tips on how you can find time for yourself during the holidays while still catering to your loved ones.
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Arthur and Angela's story is a unique one and in this episode, they share it all with us.
Listen in and get inspired by how they have been able to progress on their journey in love and caregiving.
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Arthur and Angela's story is a unique one and in this episode, they share it all with us.
Listen in and get inspired by how they have been able to progress on their journey in love and caregiving.
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Some of us chose not to have children, while for others it just didn’t happen. Our work or pets take their place. But, unfortunately, our jobs or cats cannot help us out in case of an emergency or if we become ill.
So how do we plan for elder care when we don't have a spouse or children? In this episode, I share the steps one can take to get the support one need when the time comes.
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As a caregiver, should you trust your gut when making decisions that affect your loved one?
Research has shown that when people base decisions on their instincts, they often come up with the correct answers to problems.
In this episode, I share why you should trust your gut when responsible for the health and well-being of a loved one.
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It can be overwhelming to face the fact that your elderly loved one can no longer live independently. Finding a facility that can provide the assistance and care that your loved one deserves can be challenging, and there is a lot at stake.
Elder abuse and neglect are very real concerns in nursing homes and residential care facilities. It is of the utmost importance to do your due diligence prior to admitting your loved one into care.
In this episode, I share 5 things you should be aware of as you look into admitting your loved one to a living assistant facility.
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The 5 love languages as shared by Gary Chapman have been transformational in the lives of many individuals who are looking to build relationships with their loved ones and these are also applicable in caregiving.
In this episode, I share how love can be expressed in caregiving. The caregiver role is one that is full of so many emotions and yet the central expression is love.
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In this episode, we continue our conversation about caregivers in a health crisis with Dr. Herbert and we discuss our love for God, Why God, and Who is gonna help me, God.
Much of our love for God can lead us to take up caregiving roles, it may affect our physical well-being and this will have us questioning God on where He is.
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The caregiving experience is not a light-hearted one, caregivers need care too and sometimes may lose their way.
However, your faith in God is always a reminder that He will come through for you in times of need. So what happens when the faith is deteriorating and a caregiver is in need?
Dr. Herbert highlights this in Part 1 of this episode.
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In this episode, we speak to Chris Giles who is preparing to care for his mother, and how he is working towards it.
Preparing for the role of the primary caregiver is not a finger snap and Chris shares what led him to make this decision.
Are you transitioning to the caregiver role like Chris? This is the episode for you.
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In this episode, we continue last week's conversation about having loved ones who are locked up and how it affects their family.
As the caregiver for children whose family members are incarcerated, it can be hard to navigate a relationship with them and this can have a toll on the caregiver and child.
So how do you deal with the children and ensure their mental health is in check? Listen to this episode.
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The caregiver’s job is a difficult one with many new realities and hardships such as incarceration.
Often they need to perform as both mother and father to a child with a parent in prison, teaching skills and caring for them in ways the absent parent would have done as well as showing up for the loved one in prison.
So how can they cope with all of this? I share a couple of tips to help in this episode.
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Have you been in a position to help a loved one however you are not ready?
I totally understand you and this is exactly why I decided to highlight this in this episode.
Are you curious to find out how to resolve this? Press play on this episode.
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Summer is known as the period for the majority of people to relax and take off the load from what they have been doing.
However, as a caregiver, it is important that you stay active as you may be the primary/secondary caregiver to your loved ones.
So how do you do that? Find out in this episode where I share tips and tricks for you to increase your productivity this summer.
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Telehealth is the provision of healthcare remotely by means of telecommunications technology and with the pandemic, we have seen a rise in telehealth.
In this episode, I share:
- The pros and cons of telehealth
- How it is applicable in the realm of senior care.
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Christine Psalms continues her story with us in this episode.
As a caregiver for both her parents, Christine shares:
- How she worked on herself to prepare to be her father's caregiver
- How therapy, counseling and journaling changed her life as a caregiver
- Navigating relationships with loved ones without resentment
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Each of our aging parents is unique.
Some people age so well that they need little help until they are well into their eighties, while others need hands-on care as early as their fifties or sixties.
Adult children are often faced with the task of caring for both parents and this was the case for Christine Psalms.
She shares her story with us in this episode and how she became a caregiver for both her parents.
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When Mom or Dad or another older relative needs help, the whole family is affected.
Flexibility, availability, and putting egos and family dynamics aside as much as possible are keys to successful caregiving – the kind that helps the individual who needs care – minimizes negative feelings, and often rebuilds or strengthens family relationships.
We continue our conversation with Dr. Herbert and in this episode, we talk about how caregiving is a family affair.
We highlight;
- How to share the caregiving roles with family members
- Transparency between the tension between family
- Managing expectations while caring for family
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Sometimes when taking care of a loved one, especially family there seems to be a lack of transparency on what is really going on.
In this episode, we are back again with Dr. Herbert as we highlight the importance of being transparent.
We talk about;
- Importance of full disclosure between the caregiver and loved one
- Healthy boundaries
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We all know caregiving is hard. It is physically, mentally, and emotionally draining. As caregivers, we are constantly being told we need to find time to take care of ourselves.
We know that taking care of ourselves is essential for being a good caregiver. But most of us have a difficult time experiencing the 'caregiver' mindset.
In this episode, Dr. Herbert highlights how vital it is to have a positive mindset as a caregiver.
We talk about;
- Self-care for caregivers
- Focusing on what you can control
- Getting over the guilt
- Generational Gaps
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How can we maximize our time and get more done as a caregiver?
In this episode, I share six quick ways that you can get more done.
Time is an important aspect and as a caregiver making the most of it is important.
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Studies have shown that caregivers tend to be at an elevated risk of developing mental health disorders such as depression, anxiety, and grief-related illnesses.
As a caregiver, your mental health is important because it allows you to offer better support to them.
In this episode, I share 5 ways you can give your mental health a boost.
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It can be stressful when someone you love is discharged from the hospital. How much care will be needed? Will medications change? Is special equipment necessary? How and who will provide care at home?
In this episode, we talk about what you should consider after hospital discharge. These are;
- Patient Restrictions and Activities
- Health Care Tasks
- Special Diets
- Medication Management
- Follow-up Care
- Equipment and Supplies
- Home Safety
- Medical Expenses
- Other Financial Issues
After everything has been considered, create a care plan that goes hand-in-hand with the discharge plan. Remember that you don't have to do everything on your own; hiring professional in-home caregiver services for even just a few hours per week can ensure your loved one’s care plan is completed and provide family caregivers some time to focus on personal needs.
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As a caregiver, you don't want your loved one to be re-admitted to the hospital. Re-admission can take a toll on you both.
So how do you avoid a trip to the hospital?
In this episode, we address the necessary tips you need to go through so your loved one can stay out of the hospital and obtain the homecare they need.
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Caring for an aging or sick loved one often requires an enormous commitment of time and energy — not to mention deep wells of patience, compassion, and empathy.
In this episode, we tackle the six reasons why one may be impatient while caring for a loved one.
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We continue to speak to Phil Hill in this episode as he shares his journey as a caregiver for his Dad with Dementia.
In this episode you'll learn;
- Why you should ask for help as a key caregiver
- The importance of utilizing resources around you as a caregiver
- The right time to ask for help as a caregiver
- How to overcome caregiver guilt
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Phil Hill graces us in this episode as he shares his journey as a caregiver for his Dad with Dementia.
In this episode you'll learn;
- Everyday care for people with Dementia
- Changes in Communication and Behavior to notice in a loved one
- Home Safety
- Self-care tips for caregivers for individuals with Dementia
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Caregivers do get exhausted as well as they are always offering support however it is possible to work without the exhaustion.
In this episode you'll learn;
- Why you need a routine as a caregiver
- The importance of boundaries as you carry out your caregiving role
- How meal prepping is a lifesaver and the importance of incorporating treats in your routine with your loved one
- Why you should change your surrounding and how it creates room for communication
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When your loved ones are aging, they are prescribed a number of drugs to improve their well-being however that comes with a cost.
In this episode you'll learn;
- How to minimize the cost of drug prescriptions
- Why your loved one needs a medicare plan
- How state programs can help pay for certain drug prescriptions
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Vising the doctor for your loved ones may not always be a smooth ride because the assessment may scare them however with great preparation and the right mindset the doctor visits can be a walk in the path.
In this episode you'll learn;
- How to prepare for the doctor's visits
- Why you should reward your loved one after a doctor's visit
- The importance of the doctor's visit
- The right questions to ask after the doctor's diagnosis
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What are the questions you need to ask when you are looking for an assisted living facility?
You need to ask the right questions because this will steer you in the right direction.
In this episode you'll learn;
- Why you need to be critical about the assisted living facility your family member is placed?
- The right questions to ask at the assisted living facility
- How the assisted living facility helps shape the welfare of your loved one
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As a caregiver taking up criticism can be a hard pill to swallow especially when you feel like you are supporting your loved one wholeheartedly however criticism can be channeled towards growth.
In this episode you'll learn;
- How to use criticism to fuel your growth
- A positive response to criticism
- How criticism improves relationships with your loved ones
- The value of criticism in improving your well being as a caregiver
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When a loved one needs help and the whole family is affected. As the primary caregiver, how do you help your family come together in order to benefit the loved one?
In this episode you'll learn:
- How the main caregiver can work with family members to assist a loved one
- Why it is important to balance caregiving responsibilities across family members
- The need for designated roles amongst family members when caring for a loved ones
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Are you prepared to take up the role of caregiver for your loved ones?
Most times the caregiver's role is abrupt and instant for the majority of people and this was the case for Susan Palmer.
In this episode you will learn:
- How she became a caregiver for her mother
- How Susan has been navigating the caregiver role
- Why you need a support system and a break
- How to handle personal space for your loved one as a caregiver
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Blog: The Caregiver Cafe Blog
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Some people choose to become a caregiver for a family member others because of an emergency situation. No matter which option is most appropriate for you, you will need to learn how to become a caregiver and find tips for taking care of the elderly or other people seeking assistance.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
- How Rosalind started out as a caregiver
- Why Rosalind started the podcast
- How becoming a caregiver has changed Rosalind's life
Rosalind Jones is the CEO and Owner of Jacksonville's Best Caregivers.
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LinkedIn: Rosalind Jones
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Blog: The Caregiver Cafe Blog
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