Hope for the Caregiver

"Mise en place" Everything has a place.

Do you feel cluttered? Not just physically, but emotionally as well?
John and I discuss mise en place" which is a French culinary term meaning 'putting in place" or "everything has a place."

Peter Rosenberger is the host of HOPE FOR THE CAREGIVER.  Now in his 35th year as a caregiver, Peter draws upon his vast experience to help strengthen fellow caregivers. www.hopeforthecaregiver.com 

When Things Don't Resolve The Way Caregivers Expect

We caregivers often feel that we won't be satisfied unless the resolution of conflict or circumstances is what we want and expect. But great music doesn't often work that way ...and neither does life. 

A lesson from my jazz piano professor drives this point home using the familiar chord progression ii-V-I. 

Peter Rosenberger is the host of HOPE FOR THE CAREGIVER.  Now in his 35th year as a caregiver, Peter draws upon his vast experience to help strengthen fellow caregivers. www.hopeforthecaregiver.com 

Reflecting on The Passing of An Extraordinary Teacher

Think of a teacher who left a huge impact on you. If they are still alive, call them. If not, maybe call their family and let them. Teachers deserve to know when what they offer in the classroom extends for a lifetime. 

Such is the case with my college composition professor and advisor, Bill Pursell.

https://www.latimes.com/obituaries/story/2020-09-05/william-pursell-grammy-nominated-composer-dies-covid19 

He was also a fellow caregiver, and the lessons I learned from him in his studio and classroom will stay with me for the rest of my life. 

Peter Rosenberger is the host of HOPE FOR THE CAREGIVER.  Now in his 35th year as a caregiver, Peter draws upon his vast experience to help strengthen fellow caregivers. 

Is Your Loved One's Suffering Due to Sin? ( and other lousy things caregivers hear!)

When faced with painful circumstances, we all struggle with reconciling a good and loving God with brutal challenges. Some, however, tend to take it further and look for ways to lay the blame on the individual (or even caregiver). 

In fact, Jesus' own disciples did this. In this monologue from the show, we discussed Jesus' response ...and the impact on family caregivers. 

 

Peter Rosenberger is the host of the nationally syndicated radio program, HOPE FOR THE CAREGIVER. 

Caregivers and an Abusive Addict / Alcoholic

Like Alzheimer's or other forms of dementia, addiction and alcoholism can overtake a person. How does a caregiver respond to an abusive addict or alcoholic who has been overtaken by their disease?

These are hard questions faced by so many caregivers. I discussed this with John during this episode.

Peter Rosenberger is the host of HOPE FOR THE CAREGIVER.  Now in his 35th year as a caregiver, Peter draws upon his vast experience to help strengthen fellow caregivers. 

 

When Caregiving, Don't Underestimate the Value of Cleaning the Microwave

As caregivers, life seems to relentlessly hit us like gale force winds. There's often so much clutter and so many tasks that we feel overwhelmed to the point of paralysis and despair. 

Here's something I learned in my 3 1/2 decades as a caregiver that you might find helpful. 

Peter Rosenberger is the host of the nationally syndicated radio program, HOPE FOR THE CAREGIVER. 

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Money, Tears, Caregiving, and a Financial Planner

My friend, Bryan Pennington ( and licensed financial planner) called the show to discuss the financial challenges facing all of us as we either are a caregiver, will be a caregiver ...or need a caregiver. 

Even if you're not local for Bryan, give him a call for a free consult. 615 319-6069

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About Peter Rosenberger

Now in his 35th year as a caregiver for his wife, Gracie, through a medical nightmare, Peter draws upon his vast experience to help strengthen and encourage fellow caregivers. www.hopeforthecaregiver.com