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Today’s guest is Sarah Turner, CEO and founder of My Modern Tribute. They’re writing life tributes that provide opportunities to celebrate and honor a life while we’re still alive. Over the years, Sarah learned that we all have stories to share. We’re all interconnected by a shared human story. Sarah believes that everyone deserves a space to express their feelings and understands the importance o...

From the Whole Care Network Archives...Healing Ties 2.0 from Christopher MacLellan 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...

Melanie McMillion has found meaning in her decades working as a hospice counselor and community educator. Melanie is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and has worn a lot of hats as a hospice worker. She worked as the Director of Psychosocial Services, leading a 45-person interdisciplinary team of social workers, counselors, and spiritual care counselors to coordinate psychosocial, spiritual, and...

Lynn Abaté-Johnson understands the typhoon of emotions and responsibilities that come with caring for a loved one. For over six years, Lynn was the primary caregiver for her mother. Lynn says she discovered how to blossom through (and after) caregiving rather than let it drown her. Now she helps other family caregivers by giving them the emotional and logistical support they need. In this episode,...

As a senior living expert, Star Bradbury has helped thousands of families make educated and informed decisions as they navigate the world of senior living and senior healthcare. Based on her 25 years of real-world experience, Star’s book, Successfully Navigating Your Parents’ Senior Years , offers a comprehensive guide that walks families through developing a flexible proactive plan that focuses o...

Recent research indicates that non-invasive and safe electrical stimulation of specific brain regions can have profound cognitive benefits, particularly for individuals at risk for dementia. This exciting development offers hope in preventing cognitive decline and preserving memory and other brain functions as we age. A pioneer in this field is Guy Odishaw, the Co-Founder of CerebralFit Brain, a b...

Shoes! Most people have opinions about their shoes but Josh and Amanda feel like we need to have more options in our footwear functionality. Listen on! Let us know how we did at unscrewitup@gmail.com . Music: "Super Familiar" by Josh Wilson "Out and About" by Daniel Wilson "Bullhog" by AJCW - Find Andrew Wilson (AJCW) at  electricsheap.bandcamp.com/music  or search "AJCW" on iTunes, Spotify, and o...

Join Chris and Anthony Marchetti on a journey that centers around a personal mission: upholding family traditions while caring for their loved ones. Through the twists of their caregiving experience, they face challenges that reshape their outlook on life. As they support their grandmother during her battle with illness, they draw strength from the love of their family and friends. However, destin...

In the whirlwind of life, sometimes the unexpected becomes our reality. It was a twist for Mike Marchetti that would forever change his path. Like many of us, Mike was thrust into caregiving after receiving a call about his ailing mother. He would rush to her side, where he remained serving as an advocate, supporter, and devoted son for six weeks. Later and without hesitation, Mike would support h...

Life threw a curveball at Doreen Marchetti, testing her resilience unexpectedly. Little did she know the fierce independence of her mother would be overshadowed by the onset of Parkinson's disease. As if that wasn't enough, a devastating diagnosis struck her husband, further complicating her caregiving world. This is the story of a woman who faced unimaginable challenges, but what happened next wo...

Being a sandwich caregiver caring for aging parents while raising children is a formidable challenge that requires immense strength and resilience. This delicate balancing act between two generations often leads to a profound sense of responsibility, but it can also be a source of personal growth and empowerment. This is the topic of this week's episode with author Mary Moreland. The role of a san...

Just as the writers, actors and studios can't seem to get it together, could it be that Amanda and Josh can't unscrew up the movies? We tried. Let us know how we did at unscrewitup@gmail.com . Music: "Super Familiar" by Josh Wilson "Out and About" by Daniel Wilson "Bullhog" by AJCW - Find Andrew Wilson (AJCW) at  electricsheap.bandcamp.com/music  or search "AJCW" on iTunes, Spotify, and other musi...

The Legacy Letters Journal is a passion project that created meaning for Kera Sanchez after losing her mom. Here’s how Kera describes the mission of the Journal.  “​​This guided journal is designed to help individuals create a personal legacy for their loved ones to cherish after their time is up. The journal prompts users to reflect on their life experiences, values, and beliefs, and to record th...

Sandra Strauss provides a message of hope in these inflammatory times! She shares what she learned during her long and at times agonizing journey as a caregiver for her late husband both in her book and now in this episode. Sandra Strauss is an author, speaker and wellness champion who is passionate about inspiring dynamic destinies of health and wellbeing. Over decades, she has tracked a wide ran...

Jane Mullins, Ph. D. is a dedicated professional with a 30-year background in dementia care. As a trained nurse, Jane has worked in various roles, including managing care homes and supporting people with dementia in memory clinics. Her empathetic approach focuses on enhancing communication and understanding between individuals with dementia and their families. Jane's groundbreaking multisensory re...

In this episode of "A Time to Care, The Caregivers Podcast, host Isabel Melgarejo interviews her sister, who is currently director of operations at Tum Coeur, on how she perceives self-care. Learn how to change your perspective when something really unpleasant happens to you so you can keep enjoying your life.

Hospice nurse and EOL doula Gabrielle “Gabby” Jimenez of The Hospice Heart talks about navigating a complicated death, managing grief, and finding your way through the most difficult losses. As an end of life doula, nurse, educator, and author, Gabby has guided many families. She says "Meet them where they are, not where we want them to be". End of life workers strive to support the patient and ca...

In this special episode of The Caregiver's Dilemma, we're featuring the weekly series "Caregiver Question of the Week" from Higher Standards Caregiver Training. This caregiver query was all about nutrition and Parkinson's disease, so Emilia brought in Registered Dietician Crystal Fossmeyer to give an answer to this incredibly important question! You can submit your question here: https://forms.gle...

“ Anything is possible if you have the desire and passion to make it happen .” That is the mantra of our Episode 76 guest, Lance A. Slatton. Tirelessly dedicated to giving back, Lance has become a standout in the healthcare industry. A native of Michigan, he is a Senior Case Manager at  Enriched Life Home Care Services , a leading care provider. His wealth of knowledge and experience, along with h...

A Nomad Caregiving Life of Traveling and Running with Anthony Copeland-Parker Anthony Copeland-Parker cares for his partner Catherine, who was diagnosed with Early Onset Alzheimer’s ten years ago. Before becoming a family caregiver for Cat, Anthony who goes by Tony was a professional pilot for thirty-seven years, much of his career with United Parcel Service. When he retired, he started writing hi...

New Podcast on the Whole Care Network: Fading Memories with host Jennifer Fink. In this episode, Jennifer visits with Steph Jagger who found herself faced with the heartbreaking reality of losing her mother twice. Her mother, afflicted by an insidious ailment that gradually erodes her memories and identity, struggles to recall even the simplest aspects of her life—her favorite beverage, her cheris...

This episode addresses a question called into the podcast call in line, from a caller Jim. Jim has expressed frustrations this summer, at always having to cancel his plans and never having enough time to take care of his needs, due to care duties related to caring for him mom. In today's discussion, we delve into the importance of creating time for yourself as a caregiver and the strategies that c...

What's the relationship of enjoying a cup of coffee and having a fantastic day? Probably more than you might think of and that's why it is crucial creating a morning routine that fits our needs. Find out how to create that morning routine and let us know what you think about it. The book I'm referring to is The Mindful Day: Practical Ways to Find Focus, Calm , and Joy From Morning to Evening by La...

Chris Magliocca of National HME knows providing medical equipment for hospice patients is all about service, empathy and quality of life. Part of the service provided by hospice care is what’s called DME, Durable Medical Equipment. DME includes items like wheelchairs, walkers, canes, oxygen, hospital beds, Hoyer lifts, bath equipment, and other pieces of equipment. While DME is 10% of the internal...

Summertime bring with it heat and, therefore, perfect pool weather. The Wilsons want you to enjoy your poolside experience with minimum of stress and fuss. Here come some awesome pool ideas! Plus listener mail. Let us know how we did at unscrewitup@gmail.com . Music: "Super Familiar" by Josh Wilson "Out and About" by Daniel Wilson "Bullhog" by AJCW - Find Andrew Wilson (AJCW) at  electricsheap.ban...