The Whole Care Network

PART 2 of my interview with Chris Carberg, a passionate digital media founder, most notably as the co-founder of PostpartumDepression.org and now as the founder and CEO of AddictionHelp.com, one of the fastest-growing addiction and mental health informational websites. Chris has combined his personal triumph over addiction and ongoing recovery with his entrepreneurial spirit to create digital solu...

Death Doula Jo-Anne Haun has found growth and meaning in working with the dying. As co-founder of Death Doula Network International, Jo-Anne works to support and educate about the work of death doulas. Jo-Anne uses her personal gift of gentle humor in her volunteer work as a therapy clown (Code Name: Buttons). Jo-Anne’s habit of incorporating a little fun into a discussion about end of life wishes...

Today Suzi revisits with Dustin Beluscak, Virtual Program Manager for Merging Vets and Players, about how far he has come in his healing and his resources. Dustin served in the Army National Guard from 1999 to 2006. After he left the service, he ended up in transitional housing while looking to change his life. He decided to start saying 'yes' to healthy changes and now as the Virtual Manager of M...

By Christy Byrne Yates, MS, California, US Podcast Description: Discover the unexpected truth about dementia care from a professional who found herself on the other side of caregiving. Get ready to uncover the surprising insights that transformed her perspective and could change yours, too. Find out what left her reevaluating her own caregiving advice and how she's now championing an empowering ap...

War wounds are not always visible, and the battle scars of the mind can be as debilitating as any physical injury. Mark and Charles open up a long-overdue discussion on the unseen struggles of military mental health, tracing the historical neglect and systemic shortcomings in armed forces' approaches. The conversation is both a history lesson and a current affairs class, as we uncover declassified...

What are your priorities when planning for your future care? In this episode of Your Future Self, we introduce you to our Financial Pillar of Care, which features special guests: The Caregiver Attorney, Amanda Singleton, and her husband, Ryan Singleton, a Consumer Affairs attorney from Singleton Legal. Financial stress is overwhelming and can impact your overall well-being. Assessing the long-term...

Jessica Patay shares her journey as a caregiver for her son, Ryan, who was diagnosed with Prader-Willi Syndrome at five weeks. Prader-Willi Syndrome is a rare genetic disorder that requires 24/7 supervision and care due to its associated symptoms, including low muscle tone, delayed milestones, and an insatiable food drive. Jessica talks about the difficulties she faced with her newborn, Ryan, who...

Through her marvelous book: "The Courage to Care: Being Fully Present with the Dying" Rev. Linda Bryce's mission is to pass on her understandings and show us how to be there at the bedside, fully present with anyone who is dying, and sharing in the mystery and wonder of death—and after. When there is someone at our side, challenging times become more bearable. Whether it is an unexpected life-endi...

Navigating the murky waters of VA rating reductions can feel like an uphill battle, but with the right knowledge and guidance, it's a fight you can win. In today's episode Tyler talks with Bill Libby, Legal Liaison for the Virginia Department of Veteran Services as he walks you through the maze of procedures and rights you're entitled to when facing this overwhelming challenge. Support the show Tu...

Dementia Connections: Menopause & Your Brain. Studies have shown that postmenopausal women may experience changes in memory, cognitive function, and an elevated risk of developing Alzheimer's disease, the most common form of dementia. Estrogen's neuroprotective effects include promoting the production of neurotransmitters and enhancing cerebral blood flow, which are vital for optimal brain fun...

Chris and Josh discuss the recent Alabama Supreme Court case in which the court held that frozen embryos should be considered as living beings, allowing for in vitro fertilization clinics to be held liable for the accidental loss of embryos under Alabama's Wrongful Death of a Minor law, plus the Oklahoma politician who reveled in the death of a non-binary teen. A gay senior, Christopher MacLellan,...

Advocacy 2.0 - From caregiver to case manager for your loved one. Sometimes a family member has to become more than an advocate when someone is in the hospital, connecting all the dots and making sure everyone is on the same page. Hospital Warrior Bonnie Friedman talks with Nancy Elisburg who has a PhD in common sense and plenty of tips and experience to share.

This episode features our conversation with Jennifer Klassen, Shannon Reimer and Dr. Cornelius J Woelk, all providers working with Southern Health- Sante Sud in Winnipeg, Manitoba. We chat about how they have used the seven keys in their work in the community. Pre orders are available now for our book Hope for the Best, Plan for the Rest: 7 Keys to Navigating a Life Changing Diagnosis. We also hav...

Jodi sits down with Dr. Connie Siskowski, Founder and President of American Association of Caregiving Youth to talk about her childhood caregiving experience, why she started AACY and becoming a CNN Hero. Links: American Associate of Caregiving Youth AACUY News & Videos

In this episode, Sarah interviews Katie Matthews, the founder of Legacero, about end-of-life planners. They discuss how these planners can help family members recognize a person's wishes should something happen to them unexpectedly. You can find out more about Katie, end of life planners and Legacero at her website: Home - Legacero™ End of Life Planning You can find more of us at: Stelmach Brown M...

In this episode, I speak with Chris Carberg, a passionate digital media founder, most notably as the co-founder of PostpartumDepression.org and now as the founder and CEO of AddictionHelp.com, one of the fastest-growing addiction and mental health informational websites. Chris has combined his personal triumph over addiction and ongoing recovery with his entrepreneurial spirit to create digital so...

Let's get emotional with me. In this episode, I open myself and my journey as a caregiver. I've been a caregiver for almost 20 years, I've been the support for mental health as well as physical well being, and my journey began when I was really young, was not expecting to become one. It has definitely been a roller coaster. I learn the hard way that we all need a support system, and we all need he...

Teepa Snow, MS, OTR/L, FAOTA, is an Occupational Therapist with over forty years of rich and varied clinical and academic experience. Her experiences led her to the development of the GEMS® States of Brain Change and the Positive Approach® training strategies. Her company, Positive Approach to Care® (PAC), provides online and in-person education and products to support those living with brain chan...

What are your priorities when planning for your future care? In this episode of Your Future Self we introduce you to our Social Pillar of Care. All too often, and unnecessarily, caregiving is a lonely undertaking for you and your loved one. Over time and all too often, caregiving breeds isolation. Loss of social outlets and limited interactions with family and friends are common which can lead to...

Death literacy advocate and Community Doula Francesca Arnoldy is sharing the role of a death doula and how to support someone through a time of intensity. She’s the author of The Death Doula's Guide to Living Fully and Dying Prepared, a workbook that offers the opportunity ​​to explore mortality and end-of-life care planning. In her work as an end-of-life doula, Francesca focuses on end-of-life pl...

The psychological toll of war is vast, and the social costs of war’s psychiatric casualties extend even further. Yet military mental health care suffers from extensive waiting lists, organizational scandals, spikes in veteran suicide, narcotic over prescription, shortages of mental health professionals, and inadequate treatment. The prevalence of conditions such as post–traumatic stress disorder i...

Dr. BJ Miller is a longtime hospice and palliative medicine physician and educator. He currently sees patients and families via telehealth through Mettle Health, a company he co-founded to provide personalized, holistic consultations for any patient or caregiver who needs help navigating the practical, emotional, and existential issues that come with serious illness and disability. BJ has worked i...

Paula Muller helped care for her grandmother and has a lifelong passion for technology applied to healthcare. Paula grew up in Chile and was very close to her grandmother and remains close to her mother. Her passions for family and technology came together in her product that we learn about called CareLink360. In this episode we discuss the caregiver guilt that comes with living from a distance fr...

Who are you arguing with? Maybe not the person in front of you. For most of us Trauma argues with trauma. Our real human nature is love, mental clarity, creativity, and a zest for life that is informed by the past but no longer weighed down or controlled by it. Conflict worsens when two people fall into defensive reactions. Then there is no real communication happening, only trauma arguing with tr...

Chris and Josh discuss Josh's trip to New Orleans and Chris' journey to say goodbye a dear sister. A gay senior, Christopher MacLellan, and an ally, Josh Wilson, podcasting about life, love, liberty and travel. Don't Say Gay?... Say AgingGayfully™! Subscribe NOW, where you listen to your favorite podcast. Learn more at AgingGayfully™. Familiar Wilsons Media produces content to bring people togethe...