Hope for the Caregiver

How Can You Tell If It's Dementia?

Author and Dementia Care expert, Tracey Maxfield, RN, called the show to answer the question MANY families have about an aging loved one:  Do They Have Dementia?

Losing your car keys doesn't mean you have dementia (I AM SO GLAD FOR THAT!!!), but the ability to manage money, and other higher brain activities may indicate a problem.  Tracey brings her 35 years of experience to bear on this tough issue.  The author of the soon to be released book ESCAPING THE RABBIT HOLE, offers a wealth of guidance for families struggling with a loved one with dementia. 

Email Tracey infirmier @ Outlook.com 

About Peter Rosenberger

A thirty-year caregiver for his wife, Gracie, who lives with severe disabilities, Peter Rosenberger understands the journey of a caregiver as few do.  His experience led to him to author four books including Hope for the Caregiver, and 7 Caregiver Landmines and How You Can Avoid Them.  

Peter Rosenberger’s radio show for family caregivers airs each Sunday at 3PM CDT on Newsradio 1510 WLAC.  In addition, the show is also syndicated through the Truth Network.

A 2nd Dan (degree) black-belt in Hapkido, Peter is also an accomplished pianist.  He 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.

Hope for the Caregiver 03-18-2018

"Caregiver Tip of the Day":  BREATHE

"Today's Senior Moment" : Repetitive  Talking

Caller from NORFOLK:  Treating Them Like A Child

Dementia Care Expert: TRACEY MAXFIELD

"A Time to Dance"

Caregivers and The Healing Power of Humor

Can you have a sense of humor while serving as a family caregiver?  Not only CAN you, but a sense of humor serves as a huge asset to caregivers ...even in the most challenging of situations.  It doesn't mean you laugh at everything, but it means you are making peace with the circumstances you're faced with ...and allowing yourself to live and enjoy life while shouldering harsh realities. 

We share some stories on this episode from the March 11 2018 show that are guaranteed to bring a smile to your face and let you know that it's OK to laugh ...and humor can help heal.  

Hope for the Caregiver 03-05-2018

This show contains:

• The Count of Mighty Disco
• Caregiver Tip of The Day:  Fight What's Closest
• Today's Senior Moment from Morning Pointe Memory Care and Senior Living

• Listener Calls
• Standing With Hope

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Marsha Blackburn (R) TN Discussing High-Speed Internet and Caregivers

"We are going to put this emphasis on getting broadband into these unserved rural areas because you’re not going to have economic development or 21st century health care or expanded education opportunities or workforce and jobs retraining without it,” said Blackburn, chairwoman of the House Energy and Commerce Committee’s Subcommittee on Communications and Technology.  USA TODAY  1/11/2018

Marsha Blackburn (R) TN called the show to discuss the impact and potential of high-speed internet in rural area on family caregivers. 

 

Hope for the Caregiver 02-25-2018

This episode features an interview with Rep. Marsha Blackburn, (R) TN.  

Plus our CAREGIVER TIP OF THE DAY!

Struggling to Take Your Loved One With Dementia To Church?

"I Still Want To Attend Church, But I'm Caring for Someone With Dementia!"

When caring for someone with dementia, isolation develops as an increasing challenge for family caregivers.  A number of frustrating and embarrassing mishaps can await most caregivers and their loved ones, so the seclusion increases.

Yet, pushing back against that isolation benefits not only the caregiver, but the loved one with dementia as well.  Churches and places of worship provide great comfort, strength, and community to a family living with a member suffering from dementia.  Attending those places for a long as possible helps both the caregiver and the loved one with dementia.

Dementia Care expert, Tracey Maxfield, RN, serves as a regular contributor to the our radio show for caregivers.  She recently provided several tips when taking a loved one with dementia out in public—and specifically to church.