Hope for the Caregiver

From Sunday, July 22 2018, HOPE FOR THE CAREGIVER is the weekly radio program hosted by author, speaker, and 30+year caregiver, Peter Rosenberger www.hopeforthecaregiver.com Sponsored by Standing With Hope

From the DELTA DOCTRINE to a caller struggling as an enabler, this episdoe of HOPE FOR THE CAREGIVER takes on the tough issues facing family caregivers. 

Peter Rosenberger is a thirty-year caregiver for his wife  Gracie , who lives with severe physical disabilities. He is the author of  Hope for the Caregiver  and his  radio show for family caregivers   is syndicated on more than 200 stations across the country.   @hope4caregiver  

Each month on Hope for the Caregiver,  author and dementia care expert, Tracey Maxfield, offers insights into the challenges of caring for a loved one with dementia.  From eating issues to going into public, Tracey brings a wealth of exprience and practical help to weary and frustrated caregivers.  In this interview, Tracey offers tips to help calm an agistated loved one with dementia.  "Agitation...

Peter Rosenberger is a thirty-year caregiver for his wife Gracie , who lives with severe physical disabilities. He is the author of Hope for the Caregiver and his  radio show for family caregivers   is syndicated on more than 200 stations across the country.   @hope4caregiver

Our inaugural show on American Family Radio.   Peter Rosenberger is a thirty-year caregiver for his wife Gracie , who lives with severe physical disabilities. He is the author of Hope for the Caregiver and his  radio show for family caregivers   is syndicated on more than 200 stations across the country.   @hope4caregiver  

While millions have heard his tenor voice as a member of the Oak Ridge Boys, fewer know the back story of Joe's deep love for his country.  Watching his father struggle as a result of horrific wounds sustained in WWII, Joe's family experienced first hand what war can do to an individual ...and those who loved that wounded warrior.  In his book, GI Joe and Lillie, Joe presents an unvarnished story...

Peter Rosenberger is a thirty-year caregiver for his wife Gracie , who lives with severe physical disabilities. He is the author of Hope for the Caregiver and his  radio show for family caregivers   is syndicated on more than 200 stations across the country.   @hope4caregiver

One of the more frustrating things facing caregivers of dementia patients is "Sundowning." For many caregivers and their oved ones with dementia, the day seems to be going along with minimal bumps ...until evening and then it all falls apart.  Raging, swearing, arguing, and exacerbated symptoms overtake seem to overtake everyone involved. Why?   Dementia Care Expert Tracey Maxfield called HOPE FOR...

Peter Rosenberger's nationally syndicated radio program for family caregivers. Peter Rosenberger is a thirty-year caregiver for his wife Gracie , who lives with severe physical disabilities. He is the author of Hope for the Caregiver and his radio show for family caregivers is syndicated on more than 200 stations across the country. www.standingwithhope.com

Summer means excessive heat, and we're all vulnerable to dehydration. In our regular feature TODAY'S SENIOR MOMENT, we have the simple reminder to Drink. After a buddy of mine in South Carolina spent the night in the hospital from dehydration two weeks ago, I was once again reminded of how important it is for us to avoid sweet tea and sodas and reach for water instead.   While it sounds obvious, m...

The challenges of dementia don't simply stop at forgetfulness. Virtually every area of a dementia patient's life feels the impact of this heartbreaking condition—including eating. Due to dementia, mealtimes that once served as a time of fellowship for families, instead become flash points for frustration and heartache. Each month on my show, Hope for the Caregiver, I invite dementia care expert, T...

As a rule, I am intrigued by any political figure serving as a caregiver. Joseph Williams, however, caught my eye more than most.  He's the husband of a wife who lives with a disability as a result of a car accident, and they're the parents of two boys. Since I am the husband of a wife with severe disabilities from a car accident, and WE are the parents of two boys (I should say two grown men now!...

Show Features: Caregiver Tip of the Day:  "Protect Your Treasure" Today's Senior Moment:   "What's the Next Action Step" Monologue: Caregivers and Medically Assisted Death. Standing With Hope

Jeff Foxworthy called the show and we riffed on a few, "YOU MIGHT BE A CAREGIVER IF ..." Jokes. Take a listen and see if any resonate with you!

Every caregiver struggles with asking for help—usually due to at least one of the following reasons: Guilt Embarrassment Shame Not knowing what help looks like Being afraid of asking for help ...and being refused Being afraid of asking for help and the person doing it wrong—creating a bigger mess Being afraid of the person helping for a season and then simply quitting Regardless of why we won't as...

Cal Turner Jr., retired CEO of Dollar General, joined me in the studio live on June 3, 2018 to discuss his new book, My Father's Business.   In this powerful interview on HOPE FOR THE CAREGIVER , Cal takes caregivers on a journey of unpacking Stewardship. Delegation. entrepreneurship and Leadership ...all in the context of being about our Father's business—whether in the business world or serving...

From the YOUR CAREGIVER MINUTE Series by author/radio host and 30-year family caregiver, Peter Rosenberger. Brought to you by Medi-Share  855-25-SHARE Much of the heartache I've endured as a caregiver is a result my unwillingness to accept things as they are.  A friend once told me that acceptance doesn't mean agreement. I may not agree with or like what I carry, witness, or endure, but I can acce...

As caregivers, we have to sleep in uncomfortable places. The sofa, a chair, the floor ...and all of those could be in a hospital.  I recently saw these pillows stacked up on a dirty laundry container in the ICU of a hospital.  I'm sure that they will all receive clean pillow cases, but tell me how you feel about that picture. Do you want to sleep on one of those?  Do you want your loved one to sle...

My interview with author/speaker Kathy Howard discussing her new book:  30 Days of Hope When Caring for Aging Parents .  Kathy has been teaching the Bible since she fell in love with God's Word almost 30 years ago. She  speaks  regularly at women's retreats and events across the United States and internationally. The author of seven  books,  including five Bible studies, Kathy writes to have somet...

Show content:  1. Caregiver Tip of the Day 2. Today's Senior Moment 3. Kathy Howard: Author of 30 Days of Hope When Caring for Aging Parents

Author and dementia care expert, Tracey Maxfield RN, joined us for her regular monthly feature.  In this segment, she discussed dementia patients and the ICU and/or Emergency Room.   Bringing practical tips and insights, Tracey helps caregivers of loved ones suffering dementia anticpate and avoid potential problems and issues that the disorienting world of medical facilities can have on patients w...

Today's Show: Caregiver Tip of the Day:  Respond Don't Anticpate Today's Senior Moment"    Have regular conversations about drug interactions Tracey Maxfield , RN discussing Dementia Care Paitents and the ER/ICU

May 13 2018 Show Caregiver Tip of the Day THE DELTA DOCTRINE Today's Senior Moment  "TAKE PICTURES!" Gracie-Standing With Hope A man who puts the Care into Intensive Care Units 

From high school dropout and teenage mother to highly accomplished university professor and public intellectual, Dr. Carol M. Swain is passionate about empowering others to confidently raise their voices in the public square. She is currently running for mayor of Nashville , TN ...and she is a caregiver.   Dr. Swain called the show to share her story and heart and how her experiences have uniquely...