Sarah Brown

Caregiver Chronicles

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“Caregiver Chronicles” is the story of one caregiver’s personal and professional journey as a caregiver. The host, Sarah Stelmach-Brown, was a Certified Nursing Assistant for 17 years. She is also the mother of two boys on the autism spectrum. She also helped take care of members of her family through their battles with dementia. During the COVID-19 pandemic, Sarah experienced caregiver burnout. She wanted to share her story to help anyone else who may have been experiencing the same thing. With the help of her husband, Jeremy, the pair of them started “Caregiver Chronicles” in their truck, re...

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Sarah Brown

Episodes

2020 Wasn't So Bad 03.01.2021 23:31

In this episode, we look back at some of the good things that happened in 2020.

A Caregiver Christmas 27.12.2020 20:14

In this episode, we recap our Christmas morning with two kids on the Autism Spectrum along with time spent with Sarah's grandmother battling dementia.

Long Term COVID effects and Preventing Spread 21.12.2020 15:42

In this episode Sarah discusses her long-term effects from contracting COVID 19. She also discusses what to do if you get it to prevent spread in your home.

The Time Joey Kicked Mommy's Butt 13.12.2020 21:59

In this episode, Sarah and Jeremy discuss taking one son with autism to the movie theater for the first time while the other one has an eventful day at home.

The Time I Experienced Caregiver Burnout, And What To Do. 06.12.2020 30:08

In this episode, Sarah and Jeremy discuss Caregiver burnout and Caregiver stress.

Family Update Time - November 2020 29.11.2020 25:53

In this episode, we give an update on our family right before Thanksgiving, along with our experience with parent-teacher conferences and schooling in the times of COVID.

The Time Jeremy Donated Bone Marrow 22.11.2020 15:36

In this episode, Jeremy discusses the events that led to him donating bone marrow stem cells.

The Time Scouts Helped Our Boys Part 2 (with special guest Dave Carter) 15.11.2020 26:02

In this episode, we resume our interview with Dave Carter about how Scouts can be helpful for kids.

The Time Scouts Helped Our Boys Part 1 (with special guest Dave Carter) 08.11.2020 34:07

In this episode, we talk with our local Scout leader, Dave Carter, about how scouts can be helpful for families with kids on the spectrum or with other developmental issues. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/sarah4903/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/sarah4903/support

The Time We Interviewed "The Spectrum Dad" (with special guest Fred Marvel) 01.11.2020 32:43

In this episode, we interview Fred Marvel, aka The Spectrum Dad. He hosts a fellow podcast looking at the life of an autism parent. We chat, compare stories and learn more about each other and how to cope as autism parents. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/sarah4903/message Support thi...

The Time COVID Shut Down Schools... Again 25.10.2020 33:29

In this episode, we discuss the recent closure of schools in our community, after a positive coronavirus test, and how it is affecting our children on the spectrum.

The Time We Went to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame (with special guest Remy Brown) 18.10.2020 36:54

In this episode, Remy joins us again to discuss our trip to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame with two boys on the autism spectrum.

The Time We Discussed Dementia (with special guest Tracey Ducharme) 11.10.2020 43:57

In this episode, Sarah and fellow CNA/CMT Tracey Ducharme discuss signs of dementia, therapies and other facts from both a personal and professional perspective.

The Time We Watched "Loop" 04.10.2020 34:23

In this episode, we discuss the Pixar Spark Short, "Loop," and how it can help people understand some children on the autism spectrum. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/sarah4903/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/sarah4903/support

The Time The Kids Started School During a Pandemic 13.09.2020 37:03

In this episode, we discuss the first week of school during a pandemic. One of our kids started Kindergarten in school while the other is doing distance learning from home.

Bonus Episode: The Time We Battled Coronavirus 11.09.2020 6:54

In this bonus episode, Jeremy provides an update on Sarah as she battles coronavirus. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/sarah4903/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/sarah4903/support

The Time We Started in Healthcare (with special guest Jen Shardlow) 06.09.2020 26:20

In this episode, Sarah interviews her coworker, Jen Shardlow, about how the pair of them got into healthcare and what it has been like working in an assisted living facility during a pandemic.

The Time Remy was Diagnosed with Autism (with special guest Remy Brown) 30.08.2020 20:22

This episode is about the time our older son, Remy, was diagnosed with autism. He joins us on this episode to discuss how autism affects his life and how he's responded since his diagnosis. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/sarah4903/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/sarah...

The Time Joey was Diagnosed with Autism 23.08.2020 28:10

In this week's episode, we look at the time our son, Joey, was diagnosed with autism and how our journey as autism caregivers began.

The Time We Started a Podcast: Caregiver Chronicles 16.08.2020 5:03

This is our introduction to our new podcast for caregivers, both personal and professional. We'll be sharing our story with you to help let other caregivers know they aren't alone.

Caregiver Chronicles (Trailer) 16.08.2020 0:25

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