Hope for the Caregiver

"Already Toast:" Author/Caregiver, Kate Washington, discusses her new book for Caregivers.

On a whim, Kate Washington took an online survey about her status as a caregiver. The results told her she was "Already Toast."  Digging deeper, Kate saw that her plight mirrored that of so many other caregivers.  Sharing her story against the backdrop of where America's vast number of caregivers are heading, Kate offers insights and a path she feels can be of great service to so many. 

www.kawashington.com 

A Firefighter's Invention is Protecting The Lives of Hundreds of Thousands

Have you ever left the stove on? Think about seniors, families with special needs children who cook or maybe accidently leave a fork on the plate in a microwave? There are many dangerous scenarios that can lead to kitchen fires. 
Peter Thorpe,, a firefighter/paramedic invented a  product to help prevent these fires through his amazing invention, FIREAVERT.

Enter the promo code CAREGIVER to receive an additional discount on this innovative solution to a need felt by so many caregivers.  

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Caregiving Callers Share Favorite Songs

Opening up the phone lines, i asked callers to the broadcast (heard Saturdays at 8 AM on AFR.net)   to share a song that's meant something to them in their caregiving journey. 

From Doris Akers to Steve Nicks ...we had a quite a selection!

www.hopeforthecaregiver.com/music 

 

Caregivers and Cancer

Shannon Serie, MD called the show to discuss the role of caregivers when their loved ones face a cancer diagnosis. Dr. Serie is the assistant professor of oncology at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville, TN. An educated caregiver is an empowered caregiver, and Dr. Serie walked us through many of the issues patients and caregivers can expect. 

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Sometimes, They're Just Mean

In addition to all the challenges of caregiving, many family caregivers struggle under the additional burden of being treated poorly.  From accusations of stealing to abuse, the heartache of poor treatment wears down the already burdened hearts of countless caregivers.  Maybe it's narcotics or dementia. Sometimes it's sundowners. Sometimes, they're just mean. 

Sadly, the isolation of caregiving keeps this issue in the dark, and abused caregivers may feel they're all alone in this. 

We talked about this on the show, and let callers share their stories.

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Preparing for the Inevitable

"Nancy, I'm going to die." 

This is the message my guest heard from her mother-in-law, Lucille, as the inevitable drew closer. Yet, Lucille, had one more extraordinary gift for Nancy as they faced her death. 

 

What's A Special Meal for You?

"I come from a long line of people who liked food!"

Sometimes, a meal can represent a powerful memory, and so I asked callers about a meal or dish with special significance to them as a caregiver.