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| Hospice, Prayer, and Cultural Traditions with Hospice Nurse Penny - Ep 154 | 03 Feb 2025 | 00:56:37 | |
I’m so excited to welcome Hospice Nurse Penny back to the show! In this episode we're talking about her new book Influencing Death: Reframing Dying for Better Living. In this episode, we discuss: 11:19 Advanced Planning 15:00 Cultural Traditions & Prayer 29:05 Misconceptions About Hospice 41:53 Advocating for Hospice 44:01 Hospice & Humor And so much more!!! Did you miss my previous interview with Penny? Check out EP 145 for more from Hospice Nurse Penny! Penny Hawkins Smith aka Hospice Nurse Penny is a nationally certified hospice & palliative care registered nurse with over 18 years of experience. As a social media influencer on YouTube, TikTok, Instagram and Facebook and through her new book Influencing Death, Penny is working to dispel the mysteries and myths around dying and the stigma of hospice. @hospicenursepenny CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Need help finding senior living or care? BECOME A CLIENT TODAY! We can help with your search for senior living & care wherever you live! www.clearpathsls.com Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at connect@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com ————————————— Hit subscribe ✅ and spread the word! 📣 Listen wherever you listen to podcasts! Don’t forget to subscribe so you don’t miss an episode! THANK YOU for listening in 🎧commenting, liking 👍, telling others 📣about the show!! www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com @desperatetodoable #desperatetodoable | |||
| Are Assisted Living and Memory Care Communities Safe? - Ep 153 | 06 Jan 2025 | 00:24:29 | |
All assisted living and dementia care communities have to be safe...right? In this episode, Valerie Lynn walks you through everything you need to know about evaluating safety in senior living - from essential physical features like fall prevention and security systems to medical care and emotional well-being because senior living communities are NOT created equal. With real-life stories and practical tips, you'll learn what questions to ask, what red flags to watch for, and how to trust your instincts to make the best decision. Whether you're starting your search or actively touring communities, this episode will empower you with the tools and confidence to find a place where your loved one can not only stay safe but truly thrive. Listen in... because this episode could help you go from desperate to doable! 00:09 - SAFETY FEATURES TO LOOK FOR 06:21 - A Family Decides Their Dad Needs a Memory Care or Assisted Living 10:30 - Physical Safety 20:23 - Emotional Safety 21:43 - State Reports & Inspections CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM and YouTube for more doable tips! Need help finding senior living or care? BECOME A CLIENT TODAY! We can help with your search for senior living & care wherever you live! www.clearpathsls.com Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at connect@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com ————————————— Hit subscribe ✅ and spread the word! 📣 Listen wherever you listen to podcasts! Don’t forget to subscribe so you don’t miss an episode! THANK YOU for listening in 🎧commenting, liking 👍, telling others 📣about the show!! www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com @desperatetodoable #desperatetodoable | |||
| When a Community Changes Its Mind About Medicaid - Ep 144 | 02 Sep 2024 | 00:15:15 | |
You toured a few assisted living communities …you were very up front with all of them about the money situation. The community your mom chose said don’t worry! When your mom runs out of money, we’ll take Medicaid. No Problem! Until it was a BIG problem. I can’t believe how many times this has happened to my clients and families I’ve met over the years. How is it possible that so many families are having the same experience? In this episode we're exploring some of these stories, discussing why it would be happening and what you can do about it. CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Need help finding senior living or care? BECOME A CLIENT TODAY! We can help with your search for senior living & care wherever you live! www.clearpathsls.com Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at connect@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com ————————————— Hit subscribe ✅ and spread the word! 📣 Listen wherever you listen to podcasts! Don’t forget to subscribe so you don’t miss an episode! THANK YOU for listening in 🎧commenting, liking 👍, telling others 📣about the show!! www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com @desperatetodoable #desperatetodoable | |||
| Does Your Senior Living Community Accept Medicaid Later? - Ep 54 | 27 Jun 2022 | 00:07:39 | |
What if you have some money … Enough to move into a community today… but not enough to last for years…How do you choose the right community and what happens after you move in…and then… your money runs out? CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com ✅ Don't forget to subscribe ✅ and spread the word! 📣 Listen wherever you listen to podcasts! Don’t forget to subscribe so you don’t miss an episode! THANK YOU for listening in 🎧commenting, liking 👍, telling others 📣about the show!! @desperatetodoable #desperatetodoable Has our show been helpful? Consider making a donation to help us stay on the air. Click here to donate & Thank you! | |||
| When Someone Is Preventing the Sale of the House with Lilia Anderson - Ep 53 | 20 Jun 2022 | 00:24:21 | |
Your mom needs more assistance and needs to sell the house to pay for it… but she doesn’t want to leave her home…or your sister doesn’t want her to sell the house…or someone else is living in the house! Over the years…we’ve heard from so many families in this situation….so what exactly are you supposed to do if someone is keeping you from selling the house? I'm excited to welcome guest Lilia Anderson with Keller Williams Realty! CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com ✅ Don't forget to subscribe ✅ and spread the word! 📣 Listen wherever you listen to podcasts! Don’t forget to subscribe so you don’t miss an episode! THANK YOU for listening in 🎧commenting, liking 👍, telling others 📣about the show!! @desperatetodoable #desperatetodoable Has our show been helpful? Consider making a donation to help us stay on the air. Click here to donate & Thank you! | |||
| What If You Can’t Afford Senior Living? - Ep 52 | 13 Jun 2022 | 00:10:56 | |
Many of the families we work with are facing this exact issue! Their loved one may only be getting social security or a very small pension and neither are enough for that senior living community down the street. In this episode, we're looking at possible programs, assistance and ideas that may help. CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com ✅ Don't forget to subscribe ✅ and spread the word! 📣 Listen wherever you listen to podcasts! Don’t forget to subscribe so you don’t miss an episode! THANK YOU for listening in 🎧commenting, liking 👍, telling others 📣about the show!! @desperatetodoable #desperatetodoable Has our show been helpful? Consider making a donation to help us stay on the air. Click here to donate & Thank you! | |||
| Overmedication, Care Transitions, and Becoming the Caregiver with Dr. DeLon Canterbury - Ep 51 | 06 Jun 2022 | 00:24:31 | |
A couple of weeks ago we talked with Dr. DeLon Canterbury about over medication in seniors… I was really taken by Dr. DeLon’s personal story so I asked him to come back on the show…. today he shares the story of his grandmother who was over medicated in a care setting causing a very difficult journey for her and their entire family…. Listen in as Dr. DeLon Shares the inspiration for his company GeriatRX…his grandma. CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com ✅ Don't forget to subscribe ✅ and spread the word! 📣 Listen wherever you listen to podcasts! Don’t forget to subscribe so you don’t miss an episode! THANK YOU for listening in 🎧commenting, liking 👍, telling others 📣about the show!! @desperatetodoable #desperatetodoable Has our show been helpful? Consider making a donation to help us stay on the air. Click here to donate & Thank you! | |||
| From Pets to Pot, What Not to Bring to Senior Living - EP 50 | 30 May 2022 | 00:11:09 | |
Your parents really need more assistance but getting them to leave their home…their two huge dogs…cats and birds? Well that’s going to be a challenge! Sometimes the obstacles to moving into a senior living community or an adult family home....weren’t what you were expecting! CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com ✅ Don't forget to subscribe ✅ and spread the word! 📣 Listen wherever you listen to podcasts! Don’t forget to subscribe so you don’t miss an episode! THANK YOU for listening in 🎧commenting, liking 👍, telling others 📣about the show!! @desperatetodoable #desperatetodoable Has our show been helpful? Consider making a donation to help us stay on the air. Click here to donate & Thank you! | |||
| Is Your Loved One Overmedicated? with Dr. DeLon Canterbury - Ep 49 | 23 May 2022 | 00:29:31 | |
How many medications is your loved one on? 10, 20, 30? If it's more than 5 it may be too many!!! Are they experiencing new confusion? Falls? Are med reviews a quick 5 minute..."Are you still taking these meds?" If you answered yes to any of these, DON'T MISS this episode! We're talking with Dr. DeLon Canterbury with GeriatRx, a company dedicated to helping seniors reduce medications they don't need! CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com ✅ Don't forget to subscribe ✅ and spread the word! 📣 Listen wherever you listen to podcasts! Don’t forget to subscribe so you don’t miss an episode! THANK YOU for listening in 🎧commenting, liking 👍, telling others 📣about the show!! @desperatetodoable #desperatetodoable Has our show been helpful? Consider making a donation to help us stay on the air. Click here to donate & Thank you! | |||
| Asked to Move Out of Assisted Living Due to Memory Loss - Now What? - Ep 48 | 16 May 2022 | 00:11:51 | |
No one wants to get that phone call from their Assisted Living. The one where they say....."We need to talk about your Mom." Many times those living in Assisted Living may develop memory loss making it impossible to continue living in that environment. Moving is a big deal!! What can you do to help buy some time while you look for Memory Care? CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com ✅ Don't forget to subscribe ✅ and spread the word! 📣 Listen wherever you listen to podcasts! Don’t forget to subscribe so you don’t miss an episode! THANK YOU for listening in 🎧commenting, liking 👍, telling others 📣about the show!! @desperatetodoable #desperatetodoable Has our show been helpful? Consider making a donation to help us stay on the air. Click here to donate & Thank you! | |||
| Can Assisted Living Work for Someone with Alzheimer’s? - Ep 47 | 09 May 2022 | 00:15:31 | |
Have you toured a memory care community and thought there was absolutely NO WAY you would ever move your mom "IN THERE"! Well....you are not alone. Many families find that the memory care communities they tour have resident who are way more advanced than their loved one. So today...we're taking a look at 5 questions to ask yourself if you'r considering Assisted Living for your loved one who has Alzheimer's. Check out the 5 questions plus a bonus question in our Doable Download! CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com Email us your questions! www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com ✅ Don't forget to subscribe ✅ and spread the word! 📣 Listen wherever you listen to podcasts! Don’t forget to subscribe so you don’t miss an episode! THANK YOU for listening in 🎧commenting, liking 👍, telling others 📣about the show!! @desperatetodoable #desperatetodoable Has our show been helpful? Consider making a donation to help us stay on the air. Click here to donate & Thank you! | |||
| Early Alzheimer’s and Refusing Help with Jennifer Fink - Ep 46 | 02 May 2022 | 00:35:43 | |
Do you have one parent with Alzheimer’s and the other one, their spouse… just won’t accept any help? Do you wonder if you’re going to get Alzheimer's too? I’m so excited to welcome Jennifer Fink….host of the Fading Memories Podcast…helping families and caregivers through their Alzheimer’s journey… today Jen is sharing her story. CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com ✅ Don't forget to subscribe ✅ and spread the word! 📣 Listen wherever you listen to podcasts! Don’t forget to subscribe so you don’t miss an episode! THANK YOU for listening in 🎧commenting, liking 👍, telling others 📣about the show!! @desperatetodoable #desperatetodoable Has our show been helpful? Consider making a donation to help us stay on the air. Click here to donate & Thank you! | |||
| Denial, Therapeutic Lying and Transitional Trauma with Jodi - Ep 45 | 25 Apr 2022 | 00:34:27 | |
How do you get your loved one help when they insist they don't need it? What are some signs that it's time to make some really tough decisions about moving? We're excited to welcome back Jodie Condie Finney, DPT and Co-Founder/Director of the Caregiver Club to share her family's story of her mom's journey through Alzheimer's. CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com ✅ Don't forget to subscribe ✅ and spread the word! 📣 Listen wherever you listen to podcasts! Don’t forget to subscribe so you don’t miss an episode! THANK YOU for listening in 🎧commenting, liking 👍, telling others 📣about the show!! @desperatetodoable #desperatetodoable Has our show been helpful? Consider making a donation to help us stay on the air. Click here to donate & Thank you! | |||
| Can Your Loved One Fail the Assisted Living Nurse Assessment? - Ep 143 | 19 Aug 2024 | 00:12:55 | |
Are they going to let my mom in? Is there anything that could come up that would make the community not take my dad? My mom is really nervous. She’s afraid she won’t pass the test. These are all statements I’ve heard from families when it comes to the assisted living nurse assessment. While the nurse assessment may be a requirement and yes there are lots of questions…is it a test? Could your loved one fail? Don't miss this episode! CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Need help finding senior living or care? BECOME A CLIENT TODAY! We can help with your search for senior living & care wherever you live! www.clearpathsls.com Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at connect@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com ————————————— Hit subscribe ✅ and spread the word! 📣 Listen wherever you listen to podcasts! Don’t forget to subscribe so you don’t miss an episode! THANK YOU for listening in 🎧commenting, liking 👍, telling others 📣about the show!! www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com @desperatetodoable #desperatetodoable | |||
| Legacy Songwriting for Families Facing Dementia with Hannah Hyatt - Ep 44 | 18 Apr 2022 | 00:18:56 | |
Ever wished you took more pictures or asked ore questions before your loved one passed? Do you think about your own legacy and what you want your loved one's to know about you? This week Music Therapist, Hannah Pyett with Chords of Compassion is back! We're exploring leaving a legacy through SONGWRITING! Don't worry...you don't even have to carry a tune! CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com ✅ Don't forget to subscribe ✅ and spread the word! 📣 Listen wherever you listen to podcasts! Don’t forget to subscribe so you don’t miss an episode! THANK YOU for listening in 🎧commenting, liking 👍, telling others 📣about the show!! @desperatetodoable #desperatetodoable Has our show been helpful? Consider making a donation to help us stay on the air. Click here to donate & Thank you! | |||
| Easier Outings with Someone Living with Alzheimer’s with Alicia and Jodie - Ep 43 | 11 Apr 2022 | 00:20:11 | |
Are you getting anxious just thinking about taking your loved one out to dinner? Or have you stopped going out at all? Today we've got a great tool to help you have a better outing!! I'm so excited to welcome cousins Alicia & Jodie to talk about their company, The Caregiver Club. They help you communicate discreetly with those you're interacting with....letting them know that you're with someone who needs a little extra patience and understanding.....someone extraordinary. CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com ✅ Don't forget to subscribe ✅ and spread the word! 📣 Listen wherever you listen to podcasts! Don’t forget to subscribe so you don’t miss an episode! THANK YOU for listening in 🎧commenting, liking 👍, telling others 📣about the show!! @desperatetodoable #desperatetodoable Has our show been helpful? Consider making a donation to help us stay on the air. Click here to donate & Thank you! | |||
| Managing Pain and Anxiety Through Music with Hannah Piatt - Ep 42 | 04 Apr 2022 | 00:15:23 | |
Pain...Something we've all experienced and when we think about managing pain....Medication is the go to... But What about alternatives? Today we're talking with Board-Certified Music Therapist Hannah Pyett about using music to manage pain and reduce stress and anxiety. Recognizing your loved one's pain signals if they're non-verbal or assisting after a surgery. A simple playlist...a big impact! CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com ✅ Don't forget to subscribe ✅ and spread the word! 📣 Listen wherever you listen to podcasts! Don’t forget to subscribe so you don’t miss an episode! THANK YOU for listening in 🎧commenting, liking 👍, telling others 📣about the show!! @desperatetodoable #desperatetodoable Has our show been helpful? Consider making a donation to help us stay on the air. Click here to donate & Thank you! | |||
| Caring for a Spouse with Alzheimer’s with Johnathon Gersen - Ep 41 | 28 Mar 2022 | 00:13:58 | |
Studies have shown that caring for those who have Alzheimer’s is one of the most difficult caregiving jobs. Watching your loved one decline…you lose them as they lose themselves….Today I'm excited to welcome back licensed mental health counselor and Alzheimer’s specialist, Jonathon Gerson who cared for his husband for 6 years. It started with cancer then progressed to Alzheimer’s. Today Jonathan shares his story. A story of love, staying in the moment and a little help from friends. CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com ✅ Don't forget to subscribe ✅ and spread the word! 📣 Listen wherever you listen to podcasts! Don’t forget to subscribe so you don’t miss an episode! THANK YOU for listening in 🎧commenting, liking 👍, telling others 📣about the show!! @desperatetodoable #desperatetodoable Has our show been helpful? Consider making a donation to help us stay on the air. Click here to donate & Thank you! | |||
| How to Connect with Someone Living with Alzheimer’s with Johnathon Gersen - Ep 40 | 21 Mar 2022 | 00:16:43 | |
That moment you realize you can no longer communicate with your loved one the way you used to can be the most difficult part of the Alzheimer's journey. Today we’re talking with licensed mental health counselor and Alzheimer’s specialist Jonathon Gerson. Jonathon works not only with family’s but with those suffering from Alzheimer’s and dementia. Celebrating the memories they still have. We’re talking about the brain and some strategies to connect. CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com ✅ Don't forget to subscribe ✅ and spread the word! 📣 Listen wherever you listen to podcasts! Don’t forget to subscribe so you don’t miss an episode! THANK YOU for listening in 🎧commenting, liking 👍, telling others 📣about the show!! @desperatetodoable #desperatetodoable Has our show been helpful? Consider making a donation to help us stay on the air. Click here to donate & Thank you! | |||
| Alzheimer’s, Travel, Guilt, and Family Dynamics with Mike and Liz - Ep 39 | 14 Mar 2022 | 00:34:04 | |
What do you do when you need to move your loved one with Alzheimer’s closer to you? Dealing with family members you’ve never even met? Not to mention all that guilt everyone is feeling. How do you get them to agree to move? What’s that flight going to look like? In this episode, Mike and Liz share their story about a very long flight from Virginia to Seattle and finally finding the right care environment for Mike's dad. CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com ✅ Don't forget to subscribe ✅ and spread the word! 📣 Listen wherever you listen to podcasts! Don’t forget to subscribe so you don’t miss an episode! THANK YOU for listening in 🎧commenting, liking 👍, telling others 📣about the show!! @desperatetodoable #desperatetodoable Has our show been helpful? Consider making a donation to help us stay on the air. Click here to donate & Thank you! | |||
| Understanding a Do Not Resuscitate (DNR) Order - Ep 38 | 07 Mar 2022 | 00:07:34 | |
We talk a lot about advocating for others...but what about advocating for yourself? Making your end of life wishes known is extremely important. If you've moved your loved one into a senior living community you were probably asked about this. In this episode, I share my grandfather's story. Not an easy subject but definitely an important one. CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com ✅ Don't forget to subscribe ✅ and spread the word! 📣 Listen wherever you listen to podcasts! Don’t forget to subscribe so you don’t miss an episode! THANK YOU for listening in 🎧commenting, liking 👍, telling others 📣about the show!! @desperatetodoable #desperatetodoable Has our show been helpful? Consider making a donation to help us stay on the air. Click here to donate & Thank you! | |||
| Transfer Trauma in Alzheimer’s with Kelly Allen - Ep 37 | 28 Feb 2022 | 00:22:11 | |
Are you totally into routines? Did that first day on the job or move to a new city…shake you up…just a bit? Now imagine someone with memory loss…very often they’ve created a safe space within very familiar routines. Today Kelly and I are talking about Alzheimer’s and transitions including spotting stress and tips for a smooth transition. CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com ✅ Don't forget to subscribe ✅ and spread the word! 📣 Listen wherever you listen to podcasts! Don’t forget to subscribe so you don’t miss an episode! THANK YOU for listening in 🎧commenting, liking 👍, telling others 📣about the show!! @desperatetodoable #desperatetodoable Has our show been helpful? Consider making a donation to help us stay on the air. Click here to donate & Thank you! | |||
| What Does Rest Actually Look Like for Caregivers? with Kelly Allen - Ep 36 | 21 Feb 2022 | 00:16:09 | |
Are you actually able to to walk away from those dirty dishes and take a Saturday all to yourself? What about even just a couple of hours away from caregiving? Today we're looking at 4 steps to move closer to real rest...so grab your favorite drink and relax!
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| The True Cost of Caring for Someone with Dementia with Kelly Allen - Ep 35 | 14 Feb 2022 | 00:20:15 | |
What’s the true cost of caring for someone with dementia..…your health? Your job? Your family? Balancing your wish to care for your loved one (which may have been their biggest request) with caring for yourself can be daunting. In this episode, we’re looking at ALL the costs of care and some choices you may have.
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| What's Love got to do with Assisted Living & Memory Care? - Ep 142 | 05 Aug 2024 | 00:09:42 | |
I’ve often heard families say that moving their mom or dad into assisted living or memory care kindof felt like dropping their kids off at daycare that first time. Why would it feel that way? The first time I dropped my son off at daycare is burned in my brain. He cried...I cried…it was terrible! I think one of the reasons moving your loved one into a senior living community feels like this is because most of the time this decision comes after you’ve taken on the roll of caregiver and you know first hand how vulnerable your loved one has become. What's love got to do with it? Maybe...Everything. CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Need help finding senior living or care? BECOME A CLIENT TODAY! We can help with your search for senior living & care wherever you live! www.clearpathsls.com Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at connect@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com ————————————— Hit subscribe ✅ and spread the word! 📣 Listen wherever you listen to podcasts! Don’t forget to subscribe so you don’t miss an episode! THANK YOU for listening in 🎧commenting, liking 👍, telling others 📣about the show!! www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com @desperatetodoable #desperatetodoable | |||
| Toilet Challenges in Senior Living and Care with Maria Lindberg - Ep 34 | 07 Feb 2022 | 00:20:06 | |
Does your loved one complain of back pain? Have they had a recent surgery or fall? These are signs that they might be having trouble in the bathroom! I'm so excited to welcome Maria Lindbergh, Occupational Therapist and owner of Stay At Home Solutions to Talk A-Booty It! Also the title of her class on bathroom techniques to help keep your loved one's safe and independent longer. Don't miss this episode!!
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| When to Consider a Residential Care Home with Chuck Bongiovanni - Ep 33 | 31 Jan 2022 | 00:17:07 | |
Adult Care Homes - Don't know what they are? Then listen in! Heard of them but not entirely sure what to expect? Don't miss this episode! We're talking about Residential Care Homes...known by many names including Adult Family Homes and simply... Care Homes. We're also talking through when it might be the right fit. I'm so excited to welcome Chuck Bongiovanni, founder of the largest national senior placement franchise, co-founder of the National Referral & Placement Alliance and CEO and co-founder of Majestic Residences. Listen in!
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| Burnout, Therapy, and Caregiving During Covid with Kelly Allen - Ep 32 | 24 Jan 2022 | 00:17:43 | |
If you've worked in healthcare or have a loved one in senior care then you won't want to miss this episode! Kelly is sharing her experience working in memory care and behavioral health during Covid. She details her burnout, the therapy that helped and the break she had to take for her own self care. We also have some exciting news we share in this episode! Don't miss it!
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| Touring Assisted Living and Transitioning to Memory Care with Rosie Mankes - Ep 31 | 17 Jan 2022 | 00:31:25 | |
You're tasked with caring for your loved one, finding the right senior living and care but you're also working, raising your children or dealing with your own health issues. This week we're talking with Author Rosie Mankes about the year she moved her mom into assisted living, lost her brother and fought cancer. Don't miss her inspiring story along with so many great tips for transitioning to memory care and taking care of you!
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| The Memory Care Move: What Families Should Expect - Ep 30 | 10 Jan 2022 | 00:11:28 | |
Can we all agree that moving is the worst? But what about a memory care move? Even harder! I don't know one single family that wasn't a little nervous about moving their loved one from home to memory care or assisted living. So today we're going to take a look at some strategies and examples to hopefully help. Check out our doable download below for all the strategies as well as a bonus tip!
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| The Emotional Side of Moving to Senior Living with Tina Baril - Ep 29 | 03 Jan 2022 | 00:16:26 | |
Moving from your home of 40+ years, downsizing your life and your memories...to move to senior living? It's no wonder it's a difficult conversation and a difficult task. Today we're talking with Tina Baril of Monarch Transitions about the emotions involved, tips and how to ease your move. Don't forget to check out our doable download for a bonus tip from Tina!
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| Caregiver Burnout and Saying Goodbye with Kelly Allen - Ep 28 | 27 Dec 2021 | 00:34:27 | |
Knowing your loved one's wishes is one thing...watching them decline and wrestling with the realization that you may not be able to grant those wishes... is another. Today, Kelly shares her family's story of watching her grandparents decline, having that difficult conversation when they could no longer stay home and saying goodbye.
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| Moving Day to Senior Living: What to Expect - Ep 27 | 20 Dec 2021 | 00:15:28 | |
Moving day usually brings stress, uncertainty and lots of questions! Today we're answering your questions about moving day. From rules to what not to forget....check out our doable download for the full list of questions. Then listen in!
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| Stay Home or Move to Senior Living? with Sherrel Caprio - Ep 26 | 13 Dec 2021 | 00:17:35 | |
What's the true cost of continuing to live at home? The cost of upkeep? The cost of home modifications? The cost of caregivers? In this episode we're looking at the true cost of home ownership vs the value of an independent living community. We're joined by Sherrel Caprio of Solstice Senior Living. If you're wrestling with these questions, don't miss this episode!
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| Out-of-State Caregiving and the Tough Conversations It Brings with Peter Gallagher - Ep 25 | 06 Dec 2021 | 00:26:24 | |
If you live far away from your aging parents, you may have found yourself not only having difficult conversations with your parents about aging, safety and power of attorney but chances are you've had difficult conversations with yourself about moving. Are you moving closer? Should you move your parents closer? In this episode, we're welcoming back previous guest Peter Gallagher to tell his family's story. We're talking tough conversations, covid and you won't want to miss his Shirley MacLain moment!
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| What's Under Lock & Key in a Memory Care Community - Ep 141 | 22 Jul 2024 | 00:06:32 | |
Why do certain items get locked up in memory care communities and adult family homes? Was there a list of items like medications, vitamins, and even flowers and plants that you were told would be locked up before move-in day? It is vital to understand the importance of these "lock-up" precautions and how to adjust your routines to ensure the safety of your loved ones, and a smooth move-in process. CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Need help finding senior living or care? BECOME A CLIENT TODAY! We can help with your search for senior living & care wherever you live! www.clearpathsls.com Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at connect@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com ————————————— Hit subscribe ✅ and spread the word! 📣 Listen wherever you listen to podcasts! Don’t forget to subscribe so you don’t miss an episode! THANK YOU for listening in 🎧commenting, liking 👍, telling others 📣about the show!! www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com @desperatetodoable #desperatetodoable | |||
| When Does In-Home Care Actually Make Sense? with Margaret Vander Hyden - Ep 24 | 29 Nov 2021 | 00:15:06 | |
When might you need in-home care and what exactly can they do for you? How much or how little can you sign up for? We're so excited to welcome Margaret Vander Hyden of Family Resource Home Care to the show! We're talking all things in-home care. Find out more about the show and our guest by clicking on our doable download.
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| Can You Compare the Cost of Assisted Living Apples to Apples? - EP 23 | 22 Nov 2021 | 00:11:41 | |
If you've ever tried to compare assisted living pricing you've probably been a little frustrated. The truth is....it looks more like apples to oranges...Today we're looking at why it can be so difficult and some strategies for making it a little easier. Don't forget to check out our doable download for a bonus tip!
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| What to Say During That First Call to a Senior Living Community - Ep 22 | 15 Nov 2021 | 00:09:14 | |
If you've already made several first phone calls to several senior living communities....that's ok! This episode can still help you save time and get you the information you need! In this episode I outline why it can take so many phone calls and so much time to find the right fit and offer some strategies to help you in your search. Check out our doable download for everything we talk about in this episode.
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| When Care Needs Force Spouses to Live Apart with Angie - Ep 21 | 08 Nov 2021 | 00:17:09 | |
Have your parents had to separate because one needed more care and couldn't stay home? Angie's family went through this exact situation. After more than 50 years of marriage, her mom had to move to a nursing home leaving her dad home alone. They also found themselves in a situation where her mom has to have a roommate....some have been good and some not so much...Check out our doable download for a summary of the show and a bonus tip from Angie! CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com ✅ Don't forget to subscribe ✅ and spread the word! 📣 Listen wherever you listen to podcasts! Don’t forget to subscribe so you don’t miss an episode! THANK YOU for listening in 🎧commenting, liking 👍, telling others 📣about the show!! @desperatetodoable #desperatetodoable Has our show been helpful? Consider making a donation to help us stay on the air. Click here to donate & Thank you! | |||
| Why Is Moving to Senior Living So Difficult? with Amanda Kirilenko - Ep 20 | 01 Nov 2021 | 00:17:26 | |
I'm so excited to be talking with Amanda Kirilenko about this topic! We encounter so many families who feel guilty about moving their parents from home to senior living. Why is it so hard and how will we feel someday when it's our time? Have you had these tough conversations with your parents? How did it go? Send us an email at FamillyTalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com ✅ Don't forget to subscribe ✅ and spread the word! 📣 Listen wherever you listen to podcasts! Don’t forget to subscribe so you don’t miss an episode! THANK YOU for listening in 🎧commenting, liking 👍, telling others 📣about the show!! @desperatetodoable #desperatetodoable Has our show been helpful? Consider making a donation to help us stay on the air. Click here to donate & Thank you! | |||
| Dementia, Hospice & The Chicago Cubs: My Family's Care Experience - EP 19 | 25 Oct 2021 | 00:31:45 | |
In this episode. I'm sharing my family's story which took place long before I worked in senior living. My brothers and I watched as our father succumbed to his illness which caused dementia and hallucinations but didn't take away his sense of humor. I'm also really excited to welcome guest host Max Oppenheimer. Thanks Max, for helping me tell my story. CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com ✅ Don't forget to subscribe ✅ and spread the word! 📣 Listen wherever you listen to podcasts! Don’t forget to subscribe so you don’t miss an episode! THANK YOU for listening in 🎧commenting, liking 👍, telling others 📣about the show!! @desperatetodoable #desperatetodoable Has our show been helpful? Consider making a donation to help us stay on the air. Click here to donate & Thank you!
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| How Music Helps in Dementia Care with Alexis Baker - Ep 18 | 18 Oct 2021 | 00:20:06 | |
Have you ever considered using music as a tool in caregiving? Not just turning on the radio....but being intentional and trying new things? We're so excited to welcome Music Therapist and Owner of Bridgetown Music Therapy, Alexis Baker to the show. She's sharing some great tips and strategies for using music in caregiving. Listen in for a fun episode and I promise....we're not singing! COUPON CODE! Check out our Doable Download for your special code and get 1/2 off two months of Bridgetown Therapy's online programming! CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com ✅ Don't forget to subscribe ✅ and spread the word! 📣 Listen wherever you listen to podcasts! Don’t forget to subscribe so you don’t miss an episode! THANK YOU for listening in 🎧commenting, liking 👍, telling others 📣about the show!! @desperatetodoable #desperatetodoable Has our show been helpful? Consider making a donation to help us stay on the air. Click here to donate & Thank you! | |||
| Grief After Caregiving: What No One Talks About with Adrienne Glusman - Ep 17 | 11 Oct 2021 | 00:09:59 | |
Sometimes...really great things can happen after the interview is over. You may remember Adrienne Glusman from our Family Talk interview about caregiving at a young age. After the interview, Adrienne and I found ourselves sharing our experience with loss and grief. I thought....this deserves it's own episode. For resources on grief as well as the article that Adrienne talks about...check out our doable download. CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com ✅ Don't forget to subscribe ✅ and spread the word! 📣 Listen wherever you listen to podcasts! Don’t forget to subscribe so you don’t miss an episode! THANK YOU for listening in 🎧commenting, liking 👍, telling others 📣about the show!! @desperatetodoable #desperatetodoable Has our show been helpful? Consider making a donation to help us stay on the air. Click here to donate & Thank you! | |||
| Using Art to Connect with Someone Who Has Dementia with Erica Curcio - Ep 16 | 04 Oct 2021 | 00:26:28 | |
Are you struggling to connect with your loved one who has dementia? Are you curious if you can reach them or to try something new? Or have you tried and can't seem to find the right way to connect? This is an episode you won't want to miss! We're so excited to have Erica Curcio from Boston, Mass. and better known as The Traveling Art Therapist, on the show. She's talking real tips, strategies and ideas for connecting with your loved one at any stage of dementia. Listen in then check out our doable download for more information. Have you had success connecting with your loved one using art? Email us your story! We'd love to share your success! familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com
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| Becoming a Caregiver at a Young Age with Adrienne Glusman - Ep 15 | 27 Sep 2021 | 00:47:58 | |
Caregiving at a young age - In this episode we're talking with Adrienne Glusman who at 29 years old became a caregiver to her mother. Her mother's original diagnosis was Parkinson's and later was corrected to Multiple System Atrophy. Adrienne shares her story and her passion for giving back to other young caregivers. Check out our Doable Download for a bonus tip from Adrienne.
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| Dementia Caregiving, Grief, and Joy with Patty LaFleur - Ep 140 | 08 Jul 2024 | 00:43:46 | |
Patti LaFleur is the Lorenzo’s House Youth Initiatives and Outreach Lead. Patti is the former carepartner to her mom, Linda, who had younger-onset dementia - and a former elementary educator of over 10 years. Patti designs and leads our youth programming with intentionality, knowledge and love. Her capacity to connect with family members through lived experience and profound generosity of spirit sets the tone for how Lorenzo’s House shows up for families. Patti has a Masters Degree in Instructional Leadership and is a Certified Dementia Practitioner, has spent countless hours volunteering with people living with neurocognitive disorders, and as a community educator for the Alzheimer’s Association. In this episode, Patti shares her journey, grief at losing both parents, love and finding joy when it’s hard. This is Patti’s story. CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Need help finding senior living or care? BECOME A CLIENT TODAY! We can help with your search for senior living & care wherever you live! www.clearpathsls.com Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com ————————————— Hit subscribe ✅ and spread the word! 📣 Listen wherever you listen to podcasts! Don’t forget to subscribe so you don’t miss an episode! THANK YOU for listening in 🎧commenting, liking 👍, telling others 📣about the show!! www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com @desperatetodoable #desperatetodoable | |||
| When Is It Time to Consider Assisted Living? with Max Oppenheimer - Ep 14 | 20 Sep 2021 | 00:10:46 | |
Thinking it might be time for assisted living but aren't really sure? Do you sometimes feel embarrassed or bad about the care your loved one needs - wondering if anyone could do the job and if you really need to share all the details? We're excited to welcome back Max Oppenheimer to talk about these questions and more! Don't forget to check out our Doable Download for full show notes.
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| When a Caregiver Has to Let Go with Christine - Ep 13 | 13 Sep 2021 | 00:15:12 | |
Christine was a caregiver by trade for 10 years so it was only natural that she would step in to care for her Father-in-law, Oliver, but when his wife died she knew it was time to find a place where he could enjoy the things he used to. In this episode, Christine shares what that experience was like for her giving over the caregiving to someone else and how they kept it a positive experience for Oliver.
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| What Happens on a Senior Living Tour? with Emilee Roy - Ep 12 | 06 Sep 2021 | 00:13:04 | |
Should you schedule a tour of a senior living community or just stop in to find out what's really going on? How can you find out if it's a good fit? How do you get that insider information? We're answering these questions and more with Emilee (Brown) Roy. Don't forget our doable download for a bonus tip from Emilee!
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