Care Giver Life with Dignity Podcast

Aroma Therapy for Caregivers Due to limits on psychotropic medications, there is an impact on patients who have behaviour issues. Aroma therapy speaks to that challenge. Sometimes medications are the correct choice, but too often they have been misused with side affects. Aroma therapy can be used to help sleep, increase appetite and improve mood. There are many alternatives so it's best in incorpo...

How to Address Issues in Nursing Homes Write down the facts of issues that your loved ones face in a nursing home. Facts matter and will allow you to keep your focus plus keep the emotions in check. These kinds of observations create possibilities. With facts in hand,  ask what can WE do about it. Skilled nursing facilities post the number for the state ombudsman. Facilities do NOT want visits fro...

How To Prepare for Surgery Surgery is a dangerous and anxious time. The best way to mitigate risk and accelerate convalescence is to prepare. Proactivity is key and get resourceful. Sue shares her experiences how she prepped for her husband's knee surgery. They practiced getting in, out, up and down and through your home and car. Consider the weather, snow can be a challenge. Decide which is the e...

In this episode Fran and Sue explain the Power of Attorney, what it means for caregivers, friends and family members. Having the Power of Attorney is a significant responsibility and it's best to proactive when giving and taking the Power of Attorney.   Produced by Habanero Media 

To take care of others, you must take care of yourself. In this episode Fran and Sue provide advice on how caregivers can schedule time focused on themselves. Self care is critical for health and wellness. They recommend having a tool box of activities. Listen for advice you can take action today.   Produced by Habanero Media 

In this episode Fran and Sue explain the definition of guardianship, the process for getting guardianship and the difficulties in that process that makes guardianship the measure of last resort.   Produced by Habanero Media 

In this episode Fran and Sue discuss situations where a loved one is hospitalized with a life threatening illness. This difficult situation creates a toll on caregivers. Advice on how to overcome the stress and responsibilities is shared. To learn more go to Living Life With Dignity for tips and help that you can take action today.    Podcast Produced by Habanero Media 

In this introductory episode, Fran and Sue share their background in caregiving. First how they each entered the profession and next how they met to become business partners. Lastly, they share topics and issues that will be discussed on the podcast and the community they have created and continue to nurture and foster.  Listen here to learn how it all began.    Podcast Produced by Habanero Media