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 

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.

www.hopeforthecaregiver.com 

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. 

 

"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 

"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  

 

Are You Struggling in the Caregiver FOG?

One of the universal challenges for caregivers is that we will find ourselves floundering the the FOG of caregivers.