68Spidrs - The Juggling Caregiver

My first video episode. Short and sweet with a few off the cuff comments about grief and making decisions for others.

In our latest episode we chat with Johnny Hunt. Johnny resides in Ireland and has been in the nursing field for many years. Along with a very busy career, Johnny is also a parent, huge football fan, mental health advocate and podcaster.

Today's episode will feature Duncan Jackson. Duncan resides in the UK and was a caregiver for his late wife and then participated in caregiving along with his siblings for his parents, both of whom were diagnosed with dementia.

Today's episode features Paul Nelson. Paul is a retired middle school music teacher who decided to pursue his other passion - writing, and is now the author of 11 books. Paul is also the parent and caregiver to his non-verbal, autistic son Michael who is the inspiration for his writing. They are a team and all of their books include a lot about them, and their life adventures with autism. They...

In today's episode we chat with Paul Nichols co-founder of the Elli App. The Elli app is a new app launching soon that enables people with cognitive impairment to live independently for longer giving family members and caregivers peace of mind. The mission of the Elli app is to find a balance between enabling independence and dignity while avoiding vulnerability and risk. Visit their website f...

In this episode I chat with Gincy Heins. Gincy is located in California and is the primary caregiver for her husband Steve, who was diagnosed with MCI (mild cognitive impairment) at only 55 years old. We chat about what life looks like now several years along this journey and how things have changed for each of them.

A candid discussion with Giselle, who talks openly about the impact Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) has had on her personal and professional life, as well as tips for someone who suspects they or a loved one may be exhibiting symptoms of OCD.

Discussion with Nancy Jobin on the benefits of seeking a professional counsellor as part of looking after your own health as a caregiver.

Talking about recent experience with my mother falling and breaking her hip

Clearing out the house after your loved one moves to a new living arrangement and the emotions/memories connected with it.

Appreciating ourselves and practicing self-love

Part one - Practical tips/suggestions about legal forms to have in place as well as some applications to get funding for some services or devices etc

Brief commentary on finding ways to feel better after a difficult or emotional time.

Loss and grief connected with dementia

Description of my experience using visual aids for someone with Alzheimer's and vascular dementia

Discussion around toileting issues with child with Autism and brief comment on incontinence with parent with dementia.