Hope for the Caregiver

A Conversation With Leeza Gibbons

Emmy award winner, Leeza Gibbons, called the show to discuss her work in strengthening fellow caregivers. She also stuck around with us to do our "UNHEALTHY and HEALTHY Songs for Caregivers" Bit. 

Oh ...and she likes BOILED PEANUTS! (we're both from South Carolina ...and it's a delicacy down there!)

 

Check out all that she's doing at:  www.leezagibbons.com 

Dr. Michael Grayson Discusses Debt Filtration and Family Caregivers

Many caregivers struggle with the often massive bills involved in caregiving. What do you do when the debt piles up? What about when an aging loved passes away and leaves an estate full of debt. Michael Grayson, PhD, shares a path to safety from financial despair and crushing debt. If you, or the estate of a loved one is facing debt collectors, contact Dr. Grayson and his staff before writing any checks. 

https://build850credit.com/  

The Melody's Core Message: An Interview With John Arnn

One of the most influential people in my life continues to be my piano professor from college, John Arnn. Now retired from Nashville's Belmont University, John fills his day with composing, arranging hymns and choral pieces, writing his second novel ...and even taking time to appear on his student's podcast! 

John's teaching greatly enhanced my love of arranging hymns, and in this episode, we discussed how the principles apply to the family caregiver. 

 

"Ice Cream In the Cupboard" A conversation with Author Pat Moffett

Pat Moffett details his journey with his wife, Carmen, following her early onset diagnosis with Alzheimer's disease. His book, "Ice Cream in the Cupboard was turned into a movie that can be watched on Amazon Prime. 

https://www.patmoffett.com/

"He'll Be Back, and He'll Bring Sunshine With Him."

These were words to Gracie from a psychiatrist friend of mine who saw me staying around the clock at the hospital and turning into a zombie. 

As caregivers, we tend to be tough, capable, and innovative. But just because we CAN do something, doesn't always mean we SHOULD do it. 

www.hopeforthecaregiver.com 

Parallel Fifths. Breaking The Rules, and Caregivers

In this podcast episode, John and I discussed a music theory principle and how it connects to caregivers. 

www.hopeforthecaregiver.com/music

"In Seasons of Distress and Grief..."

Back in the mid 1800's a blind minister wrote an amazing lyric that became one of the most beloved hymns of all time. This episode, from our 1/21/2021 broadcast, features that hymn ...as well as callers sharing their stories, fears, and triumphs. 

I included this hymn on my CD, Songs for the Caregiver, and you can stream it by clicking on this link. https://music.amazon.com/albums/B01MDPNRHF?marketplaceId=ATVPDKIKX0DER&musicTerritory=US&trackAsin=B01MG2X5VU