Hope for the Caregiver

Hope for the Caregiver July 1, 2018

Peter Rosenberger's nationally syndicated radio program for family caregivers.

Peter Rosenberger is a thirty-year caregiver for his wife Gracie, who lives with severe physical disabilities. He is the author of Hope for the Caregiver and his radio show for family caregivers is syndicated on more than 200 stations across the country. www.standingwithhope.com

Today's Senior Moment: Drink!

Summer means excessive heat, and we're all vulnerable to dehydration. In our regular feature TODAY'S SENIOR MOMENT, we have the simple reminder to Drink. After a buddy of mine in South Carolina spent the night in the hospital from dehydration two weeks ago, I was once again reminded of how important it is for us to avoid sweet tea and sodas and reach for water instead.  

While it sounds obvious, many tend to overlook the obvious ...especially at risk loved ones. 

So, Drink up!  

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A thirty-year caregiver for his wife, Gracie, who lives with severe disabilities, Peter Rosenberger understands the caregiver’s journey.  Peter’s radio show for family caregivers airs each Sunday at 3PM CDT, and is syndicated through Salem Radio Network. In addition, he launches a special version of the show for American Family Radio in July 2018. His shows, along with the feature YOUR CAREGIVER MINUTE, will air on more than 200 stations.

An accomplished martial artist, Peter recently earned a 2nd Dan (degree) black-belt in Hapkido.  The martial art provides many self-defense life lessons that Peter incorporates into his show and speaking.

Furthermore, Peter is an accomplished pianist and recently released his new CD, Songs for the Caregiver.  

Peter and Gracie live in Nashville, TN, where he also serves and the president and co-founder of Standing With Hope.

10 Tips To Help Dementia Patients With Meals

The challenges of dementia don't simply stop at forgetfulness. Virtually every area of a dementia patient's life feels the impact of this heartbreaking condition—including eating. Due to dementia, mealtimes that once served as a time of fellowship for families, instead become flash points for frustration and heartache.

Each month on my show, Hope for the Caregiver, I invite dementia care expert, Tracey Maxfield, BSN, to call in from British Columbia and share tips with our audience. We recently tackled the challenging issue of eating that so many families caring for a loved one with dementia face.

A Caregiver on the Campaign Trail

As a rule, I am intrigued by any political figure serving as a caregiver. Joseph Williams, however, caught my eye more than most.  He's the husband of a wife who lives with a disability as a result of a car accident, and they're the parents of two boys.

Since I am the husband of a wife with severe disabilities from a car accident, and WE are the parents of two boys (I should say two grown men now!), Joseph and Palmer Williams story connected powerfully with me. 

THEN ...I had the privilege of talking with him on my show, HOPE FOR THE CAREGIVER, and listen to him share his story and passion to serve. 

We need more caregivers in political office to help advocate for families with special needs and challenges.  I am glad Joseph is running for office, and I hope his story inspires others to do the same!

 

Joseph Williams, a native Tennessean, is an attorney and founding partner of The Peacefield Group, a legal and policy consulting firm in Nashville. Prior to founding The Peacefield Group, he practiced law at the American Center for Law & Justice, advising national and international clients. His practice focuses on upholding the Constitution and keeping all levels of government accountable to the people. He has written extensively on issues of educational equity and on the dignity and rights of people with developmental disabilities, drawing poignant insights from the life of his sister, Mary.

Before beginning his legal career, Joseph taught U.S. history and civics at Whites Creek High School in Nashville. As an undergraduate at Vanderbilt University, he was elected Student Body President. As a Vanderbilt Law School student, he led the Federalist Society and Christian Legal Society.

Active in advocating for quality school options for all students, Joseph serves as the Chairman of the Board at STRIVE Collegiate Academy. He and his wife, Palmer, live with their two young sons in Crieve Hall, and teach Sunday School at Redemption City Church, where he serves as an elder.

 

Peter Rosenberger is a thirty-year caregiver for his wife Gracie, who lives with severe physical disabilities. He is the author of Hope for the Caregiver and his radio show for family caregivers  is syndicated on more than 200 stations across the country.   @hope4caregiver

Hope for the Caregiver 06-10-2018

Show Features:

Caregiver Tip of the Day:  "Protect Your Treasure"

Today's Senior Moment:   "What's the Next Action Step"

Monologue: Caregivers and Medically Assisted Death.

Standing With Hope

You Might Be A Caregiver If

Jeff Foxworthy called the show and we riffed on a few, "YOU MIGHT BE A CAREGIVER IF ..." Jokes.

Take a listen and see if any resonate with you!

Caregivers and Delegating: Wisdom from Cal Turner, Jr.

Every caregiver struggles with asking for help—usually due to at least one of the following reasons:

• Guilt
• Embarrassment
• Shame
• Not knowing what help looks like
• Being afraid of asking for help ...and being refused
• Being afraid of asking for help and the person doing it wrong—creating a bigger mess
• Being afraid of the person helping for a season and then simply quitting

Regardless of why we won’t ask for help, it doesn’t negate the fact that we need help.  

Cal Turner, Jr. retired CEO of Dollar General, sat in on the show with us and talked about the skill of learning to delegate. 

"To delegate is to be a great leader, and it's one of the real test of you ...or anyone as a leader:  how well you delegate." Cal Turner, Jr.

Cal went on to say, "You don't always do it right, but you're always learning from doing it."

As a caregiver, how can you delegate something ...even a small thing ...today?