Dr. Cynthia J. Hickman

Don't ignore the debt of a loved one after their death. Family members are often unprepared to handle end-of-life financial responsibilities. Listen in for more insights. — Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dr-cynthia-j-hickman/message

Proper fitting shows in our elderly loved ones is essential! Watching a family with an elderly loved one at the grocery store, I saw a disturbing and scary situation. Flip-flops were on the feet of this person. Dangerous! Listen in for more insights! — Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dr-cynthia-j-hickman/message

During our lifetime, we collect a lot of stuff and things. Some are needs that enable us to maintain the lifestyle of our choosing, but many are our wants. He declared that survival needs must be satisfied before we are satisfied with the stuff and things of life, which include love and belonging, friendship, and […]

We all agonize over hot weather! But, our loved ones and those with chronic medical conditions must be watched and monitored when temperatures are extreme. Specific prescription medications and over-the-counter medications (OTC) can have dangerous consequences for our elderly if not managed during the hot climate. Listen in for more insights! — Send in a […]

I often share…do not fear hospice, fear pain and suffering, that a loved one may experience when disease and trauma overtake one's earthly body. There has always been a misguided fear of hospice. Most of the fear stems from a lack of knowledge of practices and outcomes rendering care. Listen in for more insight. — […]

In extreme temperatures, the livin’ may not be so easy for our elderly loved ones. These are the times when vigilance is vital. Several factors must be taken into consideration when high temperatures are forecasted. Listen for more insight. — Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dr-cynthia-j-hickman/message

With aging, illnesses and undeniable medical conditions may arise that require extra attention and consideration to keep health status stable. Your role as the caregiver is valuable when special attention to detail is required. Listen in for more insights! — Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dr-cynthia-j-hickman/message

The challenging role of caregiving can lead to burnout. At times the role can offer a lot of ambiguity, as well as challenges. What to do? Listen in for more insights. — Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dr-cynthia-j-hickman/message

What do you wish you would have known before becoming a caregiver? What is the real reality of being a surrogate? Listen in for more insights. — Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dr-cynthia-j-hickman/message

As we age, so does our brain and its ability to function as it once did. There are many reasons for cognitive decline. The safety of our elderly loved ones must always be in view. Listen in for more insights. — Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dr-cynthia-j-hickman/message