Caregiver Relief Podcast

Feeling blindsided by a recent diagnosis? In this episode, Diane Carbo sits down with Sue Ryan and Nancy Treaster to discuss the missing link in the medical system: a practical roadmap for family caregivers. https://www.caregiverrelief.com/a-roadmap-for-navigating-alzheimers-and-other-dementia-caregiving-with-sue-ryan-and-nancy-treaster-episode-144 We explore how to navigate the "Now What?&qu...

In this episode, Diane Carbo and conflict transformation expert Dr. Jen Fry peel back the layers on one of the most draining aspects of caregiving: family and professional conflict. They dive deep into why family members "know exactly which buttons to push" and how you can reclaim your leadership role in the caregiving journey. https://www.caregiverrelief.com/bridging-differences-how-car...

"Did you schedule your emergency? No. We like to think it isn't going to happen." 🎙️✨ In this episode, Diane Carbo, RN and Dot Boyd explore modern safety solutions that go far beyond "grandma's medical alert". Discover how to use technology to monitor vitals, track movement patterns for early UTI detection, and provide "digital respite" for caregivers. https:...

Recovery from a stroke or neurological diagnosis is a lifelong journey that requires more than just clinical therapy—it requires community and creativity. Today, Diane Carbo welcomes Kiersten Kanaster , a voice pedagogy expert who is redefining aphasia recovery through her program, Beyond High C . https://www.caregiverrelief.com/beyond-high-c-redefining-recovery-for-aphasia-stroke-and-parkinsons-s...

In this episode, host Diane Carbo talks with trauma recovery coach and author Shirley Buck about breaking the cycle of caregiver guilt. Shirley shares her journey from surviving severe childhood abuse to finding emotional freedom through mindset transformation. https://www.caregiverrelief.com/sweet-freedom-in-caregiving-letting-go-of-guilt-and-holding-onto-hope-with-shirley-buck-episode-140 In thi...

Why do many LGBTQIA+ elders feel forced back into the closet just when they need care the most? In this episode, Diane Carbo, RN, is joined by Dr. KaRon Spriggs-Bethea , a licensed clinical social worker and founder of Let’s Talk Solutions . Together, they dive into the critical, often overlooked topic of aging within the queer community. https://www.caregiverrelief.com/unseen-and-underserved-the-...

Can technology actually bring us closer together? 🌉 For aging loved ones, the answer is a resounding "Yes." Host Diane Carbo, RN, welcomes Costin Tuculescu, the innovator behind Onscreen, Inc. and Joy Calls. They dive deep into how a "person-centered" approach to AI and video tech is fighting the loneliness epidemic. https://www.caregiverrelief.com/from-isolation-to-connection...

Can a robot be a best friend? 🤖 In this episode, Diane Carbo explores the future of caregiving with Dor Skuler, CEO of Intuition Robotics and creator of ElliQ . https://www.caregiverrelief.com/meet-elliq-the-robot-companion-changing-caregiving-for-seniors-with-dor-skuler-episode-137 ElliQ is the world’s first empathetic AI companion designed specifically for older adults. Dor explains how this &q...

Does your doctor say you’re fine, but you know something is wrong? 📉 Today, Dr. Debra Muth joins us to bridge the gap between traditional and functional medicine. We discuss why women and caregivers are often dismissed by the healthcare system and how to dig deeper to find the root cause of your illness. https://www.caregiverrelief.com/functional-medicine-a-holistic-approach-to-treating-chronic-d...

Are you feeling overwhelmed by caregiving? Discover how AI can be your essential co-pilot! In this episode, host Diane Carbo sits down with Aparna Pujar , founder and CEO of Zemplee , to explore the world's first AI-powered platform for elder care. https://www.caregiverrelief.com/caring-smarter-not-harder-zemplees-ai-caregiving-revolution-with-aparna-pujar-episode-135 Aparna shares her persona...

An emergency deep dive with Diane Carbo, RN, and Aria Rashidian on the financial pressures threatening home care. https://www.caregiverrelief.com/the-crisis-in-home-care-how-medicaid-and-medicare-advantage-are-failing-americas-most-vulnerable-with-arya-rashidian-episode-134 Key Issues Exposed: Systemic policy failures and government involvement leading to lower quality care and higher costs. Admin...

Are you simply surviving your caregiving journey? Therapist Edy Nathan joins the show to discuss the three hardest parts of caregiving: grief, burnout, and trauma. https://www.caregiverrelief.com/grief-burnout-and-trauma-tools-for-caregivers-with-edy-nathan-episode-133 In this episode, you will learn: The Liberation Protocol: A 3-step method to reclaim your identity and stop feeling "stuck&qu...

This episode highlights the crucial, yet often overlooked, role of meaningful activities in dementia care . Host Diane Carbo, RN, speaks with Angela Fairhurst , CEO and founder of Geri-Gadgets® , about her personal journey with her mother's Lewy Body Dementia and the innovative, patented silicone sensory tools she created. https://www.caregiverrelief.com/connecting-generations-how-geri-gadgets...

Host Diane Carbo welcomes Greg Lawrence, a transformational coach and educator at the forefront of psychedelic integration, to discuss how these experiences can lead to lasting change. https://www.caregiverrelief.com/triggers-trauma-and-transformation-coaching-through-psychedelics-with-greg-lawrence-episode-131 What is Integration? Greg explains that the real work begins after the psychedelic expe...

A must-listen for every caregiver and family member! Host Diane Carbo, RN, discusses a critical health crisis—the silent epidemic of substance abuse in older adults—with special guest Dr. John Dyben , Chief of Research and Innovation for the Hanley Foundation. https://www.caregiverrelief.com/hidden-in-plain-sight-the-silent-epidemic-of-substance-abuse-in-older-adults-with-dr-john-dyben-episode-130...

Waiting for an emergency to get your affairs in order leads to chaos. In this episode, elder law attorney Richard a Beckner joins host Diane Carbo to discuss the "must-have" documents every adult needs to sign now . https://www.caregiverrelief.com/before-the-emergency-get-your-essential-life-papers-signed-now-episode-129 Learn the critical difference between a will and a trust, why you n...

In this essential episode, we're shifting the spotlight to the person who holds it all together: the caregiver. https://www.caregiverrelief.com/supporting-the-caregiver-from-burnout-to-empowerment-with-emma-soy-rn-bsn-ma-episode-128/ For too long, the caregiver's well-being has been overlooked. Emma Soy, founder of Gentle Shepherd Care, joins Diane to tackle the root causes of caregiver bu...

The "panic button" is a thing of the past. Welcome to the future of senior safety: 3D animated virtual caregivers. 🤖 https://www.caregiverrelief.com/from-panic-buttons-to-virtual-caregivers-the-evolution-of-senior-safety-with-dot-boyd-episode-127/ In this episode, host Diane Carbo RN and Senior Safety Consultant Dot Boyd discuss Addison , an interactive and proactive virtual caregiver....

Think bone loss and stooped posture are just a normal part of aging? Think again. https://www.caregiverrelief.com/bones-posture-and-aging-with-linda-macdougall-episode-126/ In this empowering episode, holistic health practitioner Linda MacDougall joins host Diane Carbo to bust the biggest myths about aging and bone health. Discover: Why your bones can (and do) remodel every seven years The vital m...

In this powerful episode of the Caregiver Relief Podcast , host Diane Carbo, RN sits down with Dr. Jeffrey Reynolds — social entrepreneur, Ironman triathlete, and two-time cancer survivor. 🌟 https://www.caregiverrelief.com/every-mile-matters-triumph-over-cancer-with-dr-jeffrey-reynolds-episode-125 From finishing an Ironman to facing down prostate and colorectal cancer , Dr. Reynolds shares how en...

Host Diane Carbo, RN , talks with Dr. Beth Kurland , psychologist, TEDx speaker, and author, about how the mind-body connection can help caregivers and anyone facing stress or loss. Discover simple, science-based practices to calm your nervous system, reframe negative thoughts, and find inner balance — even in the toughest times. https://www.caregiverrelief.com/the-mind-body-connection-thriving-th...

Do you feel like you're running on empty? For family caregivers, that feeling is a constant state of being. But the reality is far more dangerous than just being tired. https://www.caregiverrelief.com/choosing-you-how-radical-self-care-saves-lives-including-yours-episode-123 Host Diane Carbo opens with a staggering statistic: 63% of family caregivers become seriously ill or die before the pers...

Talking about money with your parents can feel impossible. But what’s the cost of silence? In this crucial episode, personal finance journalist Cameron Huddleston, author of "Mom and Dad, We Need to Talk," shares the powerful lessons she learned the hard way after her father passed away without a will and her mother was diagnosed with Alzheimer's. https://www.caregiverrelief.com/from...

Frontotemporal Degeneration (FTD) is the most common form of dementia for people under 60, yet it is frequently misdiagnosed as depression or a midlife crisis. In this episode, Diane Carbo is joined by Esther Kane, MSN, RN, CDP, Director of Support and Education for the Association for Frontotemporal Degeneration (AFTD). https://www.caregiverrelief.com/facing-ftd-support-education-and-hope-episode...

In this episode, host Diane Carbo welcomes Claire Cavalieri , Harvard-certified wellness coach and creator of The Slow Aging Method . Together, they explore how food, movement, joy, and community can help you age gracefully and feel vibrant at any age. 🌞 https://www.caregiverrelief.com/the-mediterranean-secret-to-longevity-with-claire-cavalieri-wellness-coach-episode-120 💬 You’ll Learn: How the...