The Caregiver Cafe

Rosalind Jones

The Caregiver Cafe' podcast tackles and highlights the daily situations caregivers face with their aging loved ones. We also empower you to navigate the care and challenges of your loved one with relevant topics and through the voices of your peers and their life and experiences.

Episodes

  1. 1d ago

    What to Know About the Cost of Prescriptions

    In this episode of The Caregiver Café with Roz Jones, Roz is talking about something many seniors and caregivers are feeling at the pharmacy counter: the rising cost of prescription medications. As aging loved ones begin taking more medications, those costs can add up quickly. One prescription may not seem like much, but when there are several medications involved, the monthly total can become overwhelming for seniors, families, and caregivers trying to manage care on a fixed income. Roz breaks down practical ways caregivers can help reduce the cost of prescriptions. She talks about asking doctors about generic medications, looking for less expensive brand-name options, using mail-order pharmacy services, reviewing Medicare drug plans during annual enrollment, and checking for state or manufacturer assistance programs. She also reminds caregivers that medication costs should not be ignored. If a loved one’s prescriptions are becoming too expensive, caregivers can step in as advocates by reviewing the medication list, asking questions, and talking with the doctor, pharmacist, or drug manufacturer about possible savings. This episode is a practical reminder that caregiving also includes helping loved ones manage the cost of care. Medication is part of health and safety, and when prescriptions become unaffordable, it can affect whether a loved one takes the medicine they need. Caregivers do not have to accept high prescription costs without asking questions. There may be options, programs, and savings available, but families have to know where to look and who to ask. Thank you for listening. If this episode encouraged you, supported you, or gave you something to think about as a caregiver, be sure to stay connected with Roz Jones. Visit Roz online for caregiver resources, blogs, books, speaking information, and support for families navigating the caregiving journey. Website: www.rozjonesent.com Read the Caregiver Cafe Blog: https://thecaregivercafe.net/ Follow me on Socials: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rozcaregiverconsulting/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rozjonescaregiver/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDFP2FF5QBbjVyaphhh3zdA/videos?view=0&sort=p You can also subscribe, rate, and share this episode with another caregiver who may need encouragement today. Because caregiving is not meant to be carried alone.

  2. Jul 24

    Patient Advocacy : The Caregivers Role

    In this episode of The Caregiver Café with Roz Jones, Roz is talking about an important role many caregivers step into without always realizing it: becoming an advocate for their loved one at the doctor’s office. Doctor visits can feel overwhelming for both the caregiver and the aging loved one. There may be anxiety, confusion, medication changes, new symptoms, treatment options, and instructions that are hard to remember once the appointment is over. That is why caregivers need to walk in prepared, ask the right questions, and make sure they leave with clear answers. Roz breaks down practical ways caregivers can advocate before, during, and after medical appointments. She talks about preparing ahead of time, writing down questions and concerns, tracking new symptoms or changes, taking notes during the visit, sharing updates with the care team, and making sure everyone involved in the loved one’s care is on the same page. She also reminds caregivers not to be afraid to ask the doctor to explain things in plain language. If something is unclear, uncomfortable, or confusing, caregivers have the right and responsibility to ask questions. Roz also encourages families to understand treatment options, possible side effects, medication changes, and how each decision may affect their loved one’s independence and daily routine. This episode is a practical reminder that advocacy is part of caregiving. It is not enough to just show up at the appointment. Caregivers need to listen, take notes, ask questions, review medications, and help coordinate between doctors, specialists, and the full care team. When you advocate well, you help protect your loved one’s health, safety, comfort, and quality of life. Thank you for listening. If this episode encouraged you, supported you, or gave you something to think about as a caregiver, be sure to stay connected with Roz Jones. Visit Roz online for caregiver resources, blogs, books, speaking information, and support for families navigating the caregiving journey. Website: www.rozjonesent.com Read the Caregiver Cafe Blog: https://thecaregivercafe.net/ Follow me on Socials: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rozcaregiverconsulting/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rozjonescaregiver/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDFP2FF5QBbjVyaphhh3zdA/videos?view=0&sort=p You can also subscribe, rate, and share this episode with another caregiver who may need encouragement today. Because caregiving is not meant to be carried alone.

  3. Jul 17

    Assisted Living; What Caregivers Need To Know

    In this episode of The Caregiver Café with Roz Jones, Roz is talking about what caregivers need to know when it may be time to look for an assisted living facility. There may come a point in the caregiving journey when your loved one’s care needs become more than one person can safely manage at home. Maybe their condition has changed. Maybe they need help standing, bathing, eating, taking medication, or getting to the bathroom. Maybe it now takes two people to safely transfer them from the bed or chair. When that happens, it may be time to start asking questions and exploring the next level of care. Roz walks listeners through some of the important questions to ask when touring an assisted living facility, including staff ratios, staff turnover, training, medical support, room options, emergency response systems, accessibility, activities, meals, shared spaces, and whether residents can bring personal furniture or pets. This episode is a practical reminder that choosing a facility is not only about the building. It is about safety, staffing, comfort, dignity, and making sure your loved one receives the care they need. Before you take a tour, pour yourself something warm, get your questions ready, and let Roz help you know what to look for, what to ask, and what to pay attention to. Thank you for listening. If this episode encouraged you, supported you, or gave you something to think about as a caregiver, be sure to stay connected with Roz Jones. Visit Roz online for caregiver resources, blogs, books, speaking information, and support for families navigating the caregiving journey. Website: www.rozjonesent.com Read the Caregiver Cafe Blog: https://thecaregivercafe.net/ Follow me on Socials: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rozcaregiverconsulting/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rozjonescaregiver/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDFP2FF5QBbjVyaphhh3zdA/videos?view=0&sort=p You can also subscribe, rate, and share this episode with another caregiver who may need encouragement today. Because caregiving is not meant to be carried alone.

  4. Jul 10

    Handling Criticism As A Family Caregiver

    In this episode of The Caregiver Café with Roz Jones, Roz is talking about a topic that can touch every caregiver at some point: criticism. Being criticized while you are caring for a loved one does not feel good. It can make you feel judged, unappreciated, or like nothing you are doing is enough. But Roz reminds listeners that the way we respond to criticism can either create more chaos or open the door to better communication, support, and growth. Roz shares how caregivers can begin to embrace criticism by using it as an opportunity for personal growth, improved relationships, and greater confidence. Instead of immediately becoming defensive, caregivers can ask questions, invite others to show a better way, and create space for honest conversations. This episode is a reminder that everyone may have an opinion, but not everyone understands what caregiving looks like day to day. Still, when handled with wisdom, criticism can become a chance to improve care, strengthen family communication, and reduce tension along the caregiving journey. So pour yourself something warm and join Roz at The Caregiver Café as she talks about how caregivers can respond to criticism with grace, boundaries, and a little bit of strategy. Thank you for listening. If this episode encouraged you, supported you, or gave you something to think about as a caregiver, be sure to stay connected with Roz Jones. Visit Roz online for caregiver resources, blogs, books, speaking information, and support for families navigating the caregiving journey. Website: www.rozjonesent.com Read the Caregiver Cafe Blog: https://thecaregivercafe.net/ Follow me on Socials: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rozcaregiverconsulting/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rozjonescaregiver/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDFP2FF5QBbjVyaphhh3zdA/videos?view=0&sort=p You can also subscribe, rate, and share this episode with another caregiver who may need encouragement today. Because caregiving is not meant to be carried alone.

  5. Jul 3

    Caregiving Is a Family Affair

    In this episode of The Caregiver Café with Roz Jones, Roz is talking about something that many families face but do not always know how to handle: caregiving as a family affair. When an aging parent, loved one, or family member needs care, one person often becomes the main caregiver while everyone else steps back, scatters, or assumes that person has it all under control. But caregiving should not fall on one person without a plan, support, or honest family conversations. Roz breaks down how families can reduce the chaos in caregiving by understanding where tension comes from, setting realistic expectations, creating a care plan, assigning roles, and being honest about what each person can and cannot do. She also reminds listeners that every family member may not be able or willing to provide hands-on care, and that is why outside resources, respite care, and hired support may need to become part of the plan. This episode is a practical reminder that caregiving requires communication, boundaries, preparation, and teamwork. Whether you live close by or long distance, there is usually some way to support the person providing daily care. Caregiving may be a family affair, but it works best when the family has a plan. Thank you for listening. If this episode encouraged you, supported you, or gave you something to think about as a caregiver, be sure to stay connected with Roz Jones. Visit Roz online for caregiver resources, blogs, books, speaking information, and support for families navigating the caregiving journey. Website: www.rozjonesent.com Read the Caregiver Cafe Blog: https://thecaregivercafe.net/ Follow me on Socials: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rozcaregiverconsulting/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rozjonescaregiver/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDFP2FF5QBbjVyaphhh3zdA/videos?view=0&sort=p You can also subscribe, rate, and share this episode with another caregiver who may need encouragement today. Because caregiving is not meant to be carried alone.

  6. Jun 26

    From Daughter to Caregiver: The Painful Change of Roles

    In this episode of The Caregiver Café with Roz Jones, Roz sits down with her dear friend Susan Palmer for a heartfelt Caregiver Chronicles conversation about caring for her mother at home. Susan shares how caregiving became part of her life, first through planning and preparing a space for her mom, and then through unexpected changes after the pandemic, a fall, hospital stays, and increased care needs. Together, Roz and Susan talk honestly about what it means when caregiving happens because you are the closest, the one available, or the one everyone assumes will step in. This conversation walks through the real-life details many families face: creating a safe home environment, preventing falls, using tools like walkers, risers, belts, shower chairs, and hospital-style beds, managing medications and hydration, and learning how to support a loved one with dignity during private care moments. Roz also reminds listeners that caregiving is not meant to be carried alone. Support matters. Respite matters. Family conversations matter. And taking care of yourself is part of taking care of the person you love. Susan’s story is filled with honesty, humor, tenderness, and practical wisdom for anyone caring for an aging loved one at home. So pour yourself something warm and join Roz and Susan at The Caregiver Café as they talk about what’s roasting, what’s in the cup, and what it really means to care with kindness, preparation, and grace. Thank you for listening. If this episode encouraged you, supported you, or gave you something to think about as a caregiver, be sure to stay connected with Roz Jones. Visit Roz online for caregiver resources, blogs, books, speaking information, and support for families navigating the caregiving journey. Website: www.rozjonesent.com Read the Caregiver Cafe Blog: https://thecaregivercafe.net/ Follow me on Socials: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rozcaregiverconsulting/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rozjonescaregiver/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDFP2FF5QBbjVyaphhh3zdA/videos?view=0&sort=p You can also subscribe, rate, and share this episode with another caregiver who may need encouragement today. Because caregiving is not meant to be carried alone.

  7. Jun 19

    Caregiver 101: How I Became a Caregiver

    In the first episode of The Caregiver Café with Roz Jones, Roz welcomes listeners into a space created to serve those caring for sick, aging, or vulnerable loved ones. Roz shares the personal story that started her caregiving journey and how one unexpected hospital visit showed her just how quickly life can change. Through her experience, she reminds families of the importance of having documentation in order, including advance directives, healthcare surrogates, and backup support before a crisis happens. This episode is a warm introduction to Roz, her heart for caregivers, and the purpose of The Caregiver Café: to provide resources, encouragement, and practical support that helps reduce stress, overwhelm, and safety concerns along the caregiving journey. Pull up a chair. Roz has a seat waiting for you. Thank you for listening. If this episode encouraged you, supported you, or gave you something to think about as a caregiver, be sure to stay connected with Roz Jones. Visit Roz online for caregiver resources, blogs, books, speaking information, and support for families navigating the caregiving journey. Website: www.rozjonesent.com Read the Caregiver Cafe Blog: https://thecaregivercafe.net/ Follow me on Socials: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rozcaregiverconsulting/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rozjonescaregiver/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDFP2FF5QBbjVyaphhh3zdA/videos?view=0&sort=p You can also subscribe, rate, and share this episode with another caregiver who may need encouragement today. Because caregiving is not meant to be carried alone.

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The Caregiver Cafe' podcast tackles and highlights the daily situations caregivers face with their aging loved ones. We also empower you to navigate the care and challenges of your loved one with relevant topics and through the voices of your peers and their life and experiences.

Information

  • Creator
    Rosalind Jones
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    7
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 The Caregiver Cafe
  • Show Website
    The Caregiver Cafe