The Empowered Caregiver

Kristin and Liza are joined by author, speaker and industry leader Lynn Abate-Johnson about her newest project. Also joining, is Angela Howard; Founder and CEO of Call to Culture. These threads tie together nicely, and might just carry your weight when you need it most. Guests: Lynn Abate-Johnson , Angela Howard

Kristin and LIza talk with Madison representative Alex Joers about local caregiving advocacy, and Lynn Abate Johnson about her newly released book about the balancing act caregivers are having to endure in America today. Learn more at www. LynnAbateJohnsonBook.com Guests: Alex Joers , Lynn Abate-Johnson

Kristin and LIza are joined by Wisconsin's Governor Tony Evers to discuss the legislative logjam in our State's Capital. Caregiving advocacy is not a partisan mission, and Wisconsin has the resources to make real change - its just a matter of clearing the path. Next, Nichiole Goble, representing CAN - the Caregiver Action Network, comes by to discuss the Caregiving Warriors on the front lines, doi...

Kristin and Liza are joined by Tami Jackson of Wisconsin BPDD to discuss how all Wisconsin citizens play a part in providing quality special education in the state - and how it affects everybody, too. Also discussed is the oncoming disaster of a shortage of direct service care workers are casting the future of quality care for our loved ones in to question. But all is not lost, listen for what we...

Kristin and Liza are joined by Naomi Meinertz and Melisa Rader, from Iowa State University, about the Powerful Tools For Caregivers course and why it's so important. Join us and learn what YOU can do to take care of your own well being. Guests: Naomi Meinertz , Malisa Rader

Today we are joined by Senator LaTonya Johnson, State Rep. Jenna Jacobson, and Hyvee Groceries Nutritionist Aryn DeGrave to discuss advocating for those in your care, developing effective guidelines at the state level, and discuss services offered by Hyvee's resident nutritionist and dietician - available to you! Guests: LaTonya Johnson , Jenna Jacobson , Aryn DeGrave

Liza and Kristin speak with Edy Nathan, a grief therapist, author, and speaker about the many ways grief can wreak havok on one's life - and the ways grief can lend valuable insight for personal growth. We also speak with Megan Ramstack of American's with Parkinson's Disease of Wisconsin Chapter about some exciting events and missions coming this year. Guests: Edy Nathan , Megan Ramstack

Kristin and Liza talk advocating for legislative change around caregiving today - Barbara Beckert of Disability Rights Wisconsin and State Senator Dianne Hesselbein discuss the challenges - and rewards - involved with legislative advocacy. Guests: Barbara Beckert , Diane Hesselbein

Kristin and Liza talk with Melissa Ratcliff, a representative from the 46th District, about how our reps are doing the hard work of making sure caregivers are seen and heard. They also speak with Julie Coraccio, and award winning professional organizer, author, speaker and certified life coach from Wheeling, West Virginia to learn recognizing and clearing clutter in their lives - both physical and...

Today Liza and Kristin talk to Evan Goyke, Representative for the 18th assembly district, Oshkosh's current mayor and a Representative from the 54th district Lori Palmeri, and lastly speak with Michelle Dickinson - a caregiver, mental health advocate, TED speaker, and published author of 'Breaking Into My LIfe', a memoir. Guests: Evan Goyke , Lori Palmeri , Michelle Dickinson

Arts for All talks with Kristin and LIza about how they're supports those with disabilities, memory, veterans and more in artistic expression. Also, Tim Markle from The forgiveness Factor helps us learn more about the power of forgiveness. Guests: Chrstina Martin-Wright , Tim Markle

Let's have some fun - Let's talk about sex! Well... at least how you can strengthen your marriage and intimacy while being a family caregiver! Join us as we speak with Monica Lynne Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, LMHCA from Snoqualmie, WA

Kristin and Liza discuss how sometimes the most difficult person to care for is yourself. After all, you can't care for anybody if you can't care for yourself.

Kristin and Liza are joined by Molly Cooney and Tami Jackson of the Wisconsin Board for People with Developmental Disabilities to discuss caregiving from a more administrative angle. Maneuvering through bureaucratic red tape and legislative jargon is headache inducing, but it's critical to understanding - and providing - care in the state you live. Guests: Tami Jackson , Molly Cooney

Kristin and Liza are joined by Jessica Cannon, author of 'The Proactive Caregiver'. We discuss the transition into caregiving roles, coming to terms with a different way of life, and being proactive in the name of providing the best possible care - both for you and those being cared for. Guest: Jessica Cannon

On a special episode of The Empowered Caregiver, Liza is joined by her husband Mike Crute and her son Cayden to discuss Cayden's autism diagnosis, the challenges associated with learning so much so fast, and the ever growing list of reasons they feel so blessed. Guest: Mike Crute

Today Kristin and Liza are joined by two organizations who represent the Down Syndrome Community. The first half of the show is spent with Rachel Reit and Nick Bower from the Down Syndrome Association of Wisconsin-South-Central, and the second half they speak with Kelly Antonson from Gigi's Playhouse, a non-profit focused on providing services to families caring for differently-abled loved ones. G...

Kristin and Liza are joined by Ruth Schriefer, a professor at UW-Madison Division of Extension in Iowa County, and Shelly Reukauf & Valerie Hiltbrand from the Aging Disability Resource Center of Iowa County to discuss Healthy Aging in Rural Towns. Guests: Ruth Schriefer , Shelly Reukauf , Valerie Hiltbrand

In our last episode of November, we continue honoring the amazing people providing care for clients and loved ones alike. We speak with: Nancy Alar Liz Alar Julie Heibel Neil Miller Patrick Kuelz Reid and Leah Kuelz, and Genevieve Poppe - about the caregivers in their lives, and the tremendous work they do. Thanks for listening to The Empowered Caregiver! We're taking next week to spend thanksgivi...

This hour, Kristin and Liza bring on several caregivers who have been nominated to be recognized for their incredible dedication and love for their families. The family and friends of these caregivers have written letters to demonstrate the impact they make on everyone around them, and we hear the award winners' reactions live. Congratulations to Karl Pierick, Sharon Katovich, and Fay Losso! They...

This hour, Kristin and Liza give us a rundown on Caregiver Appreciation Month, and talk about experiences that made them slow and down and appreciate themselves . Thanks for listening to The Empowered Caregiver!

In this jam packed hour with The Empowered Caregiver Show, Kristin and Liza hear from the people behind some of our most innovative care programs. We speak with Larry Jackson, the founder of the Ben Jackson foundation. Younger enlisted personnel know a thing or two about paying for flights and other travel expenses - and the difficulties they experience. Larry aims to make sure that new military m...

Thanks for listening to The Empowered Caregiver Show! Kristin and Liza are joined by Linda Fodrini-Johnson - an aging expert, family therapist and author of 'The Empowered Caregiver; Practical Advice and Emotional Support for Adult Children of Aging Parents'. She was president of the National Association of Professional Geriatric Care Managers (now called Aging Life Care Association). Linda also f...

Charlotte Bayala from Love Your Caregiving Life. Charlotte is a Podcaster, Caregiver Coach, and offers a monthly subscription to caregivers and montly group Zoom meetings to keep her followers connected. Guest: Charlotte Bayala

Listen as we talk about about all things dogs! Learn about the health benefits of pet ownership for caregivers and the people they care for. Guests: Susan Kurowski , Lisa Bernard , Cheryl Hartung