Larissa's Caregiver Tips

Episode Summary Hi, my name is Larissa and I'm a Caregiver Support Coach. I work with individuals, couples and families to reach goals that benefit everyone involved. I am here to help guide, support and offer tips to family members, friends, and loved ones that care for others. If you take care of someone else you are a caregiver. Why should you have a support coach or even listen to this podcast...

Episode Summary Today's tip is about scheduling. How important is scheduling when others are involved as a caregiver? Very important! There are many ways to handle scheduling, however its important that you find an approach that works best for you. As caregivers, we often forget about ourselves and our own needs, so scheduling makes it easier to plan ahead and address concerns. Let me know if this...

Episode Summary We're sharing our tips and best practices to staying mentally fit during the holidays. Physical activity not only keeps the body strong and healthy, but can help improve your mental health by decreasing symptoms of depression, anxiety, pain and loneliness.  Show Links Follow Larissa on social media @coach_larissat Follow the Series Using the tag, Larissa Caregiver Tips , to find al...

Episode Summary Hey caregivers! For this week's episode, I want to share one of the tips that I use on a monthly basis for convience and meal preparation. We live busy lives so this is one way to take care of yourself while you're taking care of others. Show Links Follow Larissa on social media @coach_larissat Follow the Series Using the tag, Larissa Caregiver Tips , to find all episodes in the se...

Episode Summary Hey caregivers! This episode is about gratitude. I'm going to give you five tips about how to share your gratitude with yourself or for the person who you're giving care to. Show Links Follow Larissa on social media @coach_larissat Follow the Series Using the tag, Larissa Caregiver Tips , to find all episodes in the series! Subscribe You can subscribe to Larissa's Caregiver Tips po...

Episode Summary Hey caregivers! This episode is all about self care when news is difficult. Over the past couple of weeks we've all received news that is difficult. For some, it's worse than others. And I came across this at TherapyForBlackGirls.com . I thought it was excellent and wanted to share. Show Links TherapyForBlackGirls.com   Follow Larissa on social media @coach_larissat Follow the Seri...

Episode Summary Hey caregivers! We're continuing with the last part of our caregiver workbook. Now, the one thing I highly suggest is when you have multiple people taking care of a person if it's siblings, aides, therapist or any other companions that are providing care, it is so helpful to have a master list of who's who in your workbook.  In the coming months, I will be putting out a workbook wh...

Episode Summary Check out " 10 Tips for Family Caregivers ," a great overview for family caregivers. Seek support from other caregivers . You are not alone! Take care of your own health  so that you can be strong enough to take care of your loved one. Accept offers of help  and suggest specific things people can do to help you. Learn how to  communicate effectively  with doctors. Caregiving is har...

Episode Summary Hey caregivers, we are continuing our workbook series with a focus on community services . As a caregiver, our goal is to be of service to others so lets explore our local resources. Show Links Follow Larissa on social media @coach_larissat Follow the Series Using the tag, Larissa Caregiver Tips , to find all episodes in the series! Subscribe You can subscribe to Larissa's Caregive...

Episode Summary Hey caregivers! We're continuing to work on our caregiver workbook. This episode we're focusing on home safety. Remember, you have to take care of yourself so that you can take care of others. Show Links Follow Larissa on social media @coach_larissat Follow the Series Using the tag, Larissa Caregiver Tips , to find all episodes in the series! Subscribe You can subscribe to Larissa'...

Episode Summary Hey caregivers! This tip is gonna go with our  caregiver workbook. In the future I will combine all these tips and make it available to our wonderful caregivers. The next couple of episodes will get you started. Stay tuned for more details! Show Links Follow Larissa on social media @coach_larissat Follow the Series Using the tag, Larissa Caregiver Tips , to find all episodes in the...

Episode Summary In this episode I'm checking in with my caregiver community. Taking care of yourself helps to ensure your family, friends, and clients receive the support they need to live independently. Show Links Follow Larissa on social media @coach_larissat Follow the Series Using the tag, Larissa Caregiver Tips , to find all episodes in the series! Subscribe You can subscribe to Larissa's Car...

Episode Summary Hey caregivers! The question that was asked to me this week was when should I consider therapy for myself or the person who I'm giving care to consider their therapy. Show Links Follow Larissa on social media @coach_larissat Follow the Series Using the tag, Larissa Caregiver Tips , to find all episodes in the series! Subscribe You can subscribe to Larissa's Caregiver Tips podcast o...

Episode Summary Hey caregivers, this tip is for you if you're taking care of somebody that is newly menstruating or is about to start menstruating. I know it's hard for some to talk about the emotional aspects that come along with it. That's okay! It's something we should be talking about, because it affects what's going on in our household. So without going too deep with it, let's just cover the...

Episode Summary Hey caregivers, this weeks tip is about non-verbal communication. Now you know you may not know always be able to verbally communicate with a client for various reasons. It is important as a caregiver to be able to acknowledge nonverbal communication which can present itself in various ways. Show Links Follow Larissa on social media @coach_larissat Follow the Series Using the tag,...

Episode Summary Hey caregivers, this week's episode is revisiting the topic about breathing. When we finds ourselfs in tough situations, we can feel overwhelmed or have anxiety, or just stressed about everything. So, as a reminder, we should just breathe. Just slow it down and just be.  Show Links Follow Larissa on social media @coach_larissat Follow the Series Using the tag, Larissa Caregiver Tip...

Episode Summary Hey caregiver's, here's our tip for this week. I received an email asking about the difference between conservatorship and guardianship. This can be a tricky road for some, so, why would somebody consider conservatorship? Show Links Follow Larissa on social media @coach_larissat Follow the Series Using the tag, Larissa Caregiver Tips , to find all episodes in the series! Subscribe...

Episode Summary This tip is for caregivers that work outside the home, either full time or part time. The key to being a good caregiver is asking for help when needed. We should know this, but do we always do this? Absolutely not, but we should.  Show Links Follow Larissa on social media @coach_larissat Follow the Series Using the tag, Larissa Caregiver Tips , to find all episodes in the series! S...

Episode Summary This episode in this tip is going around the question, 'should your parents move in with you?' Now you got to think about your situation and your family situation. Is it just you and you're moving your parent in or is it that your parent is coming into your core family where there's a spouse and children? Show Links Follow Larissa on social media @coach_larissat Follow the Series U...

Episode Summary This tip is all about emergency identification cards. Now you remember when we used to buy wallets, there used to be an insert in each wallet. That was an emergency contact card.  Show Links Follow Larissa on social media @coach_larissat Follow the Series Using the tag, Larissa Caregiver Tips , to find all episodes in the series! Subscribe You can subscribe to Larissa's Caregiver T...

Episode Summary Affirmations are positive statements that can help you to challenge and overcome self-sabotaging and negative thoughts. When you repeat them often, and believe in them, you can start to make positive changes. Social Awareness Follow Larissa on social media @coach_larissat Follow the Series Using the tag, Larissa Caregiver Tips , to find all episodes in the series! Subscribe You can...

Episode Summary Hey caregivers, I just wanted to use this first episode to say thank you for being on this journey with me. And also to give a little bit more information about what is Larissa's Caregiver Tips is all about. Show Links Follow Larissa on social media @coach_larissat Follow the Series Using the tag, Larissa Caregiver Tips , to find all episodes in the series! Subscribe You can subscr...

Episode Timeline A lot of us are taking care of older people in our lives or with people with serious illnesses or ongoing health problems, these tips are so helpful so one build confidence. Show Links Check out Health In Aging . HealthinAging.org is a trusted source for up-to-date information and advice on health and aging, created by the American Geriatrics Society's Health in Aging Foundation....

Episode Summary We welcome back Katherine "The Goddess Doula" Street as she shares her tips about the challenges and rewards of blending two families.  Show Links Follow Katherine Street on social media @thegoddessdoula Follow Larissa on social media @coach_larissat Follow the Series Using the tag, Larissa Caregiver Tips , to find all episodes in the series! Subscribe You can subscribe to Larissa'...

Episode Summary Each year, thousands of students stay with someone who serves as a caregiver. This is a big deal in many households as the young adult prepares for the next steps in their life.  Show Links Which College? by Queen Trapp is designed to help rising juniors and seniors begin and narrow down their college choices.  Follow Larissa on social media @coach_larissat Learn more about Lorick...