Ep. 96 Empowering Caregivers: Insights and Innovations with Denise Brown Hospice Explained

Empowering Caregivers: Insights and Innovations with Denise Brown
 
In this episode of Hospice Explained, host Marie Betcher, RN, engages in a comprehensive discussion with Denise Brown, a pioneer in supporting family caregivers since 1990, and the founder of the Caregiving Years Training Academy.
 
Denise shares her journey of creating one of the first online caregiving communities, developing resources like the 10th edition of the Caregiving Guide, and authoring 13 books aimed at providing comfort and strategies for caregivers.
 
The interview delves into the complexities of caregiving, including emotional challenges, the significance of connections and support systems, and Denise’s unique insights into the caregiver's experience. Denise also touches on the development of training programs for post-caregiving careers, support group facilitation, and workplace mentorship for caregiving employees, encapsulating the multifaceted aspects of caregiving and the importance of planning, strategizing, and finding community support.
 
 
00:00 Introduction to Hospice Explained
00:35 Meet Denise: A Pioneer in Supporting Family Caregivers
02:11 Exploring the Impact of Online Communities for Caregivers
03:46 The Evolution of Caregiving: Insights and Innovations
10:35 Understanding Caregiving Fatigue and Strategies for Management
12:38 Navigating Systems and Challenges in Caregiving
26:00 Empowering Caregivers Through Training and Mentorship
35:49 Reflections and Resources for Caregivers
38:03 Closing Thoughts and Encouragement
Denise Brown's Contact: 
https://www.careyearsacademy.com/
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Interview with Wound care Nurse Vanessa: 
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