Experiences in Caregiving

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05/20/2021

The Mental Anguish of Caregiving

In this episode we discuss the emotional and mental toll the caregiving experience can take on us, examine why we may feel this way, explore ways to cope, maintain perspective, all while taking care of ourselves. For more information about episodes, links to resources, and to give us your thoughts and ideas for new topics, visit https://www.experiencesincaregiving.com/. We'd love to hear from you!

05/20/2021

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1h 2m
03/22/2022

How to Navigate Sibling Relationships while Caregiving

In this episode we discuss how navigating a sibling's role within the caregiver journey can be difficult and complex due to the issues with grief, family dynamics, logistical and geographical complications, denial, and stress. We try to tackle the topic from a compassionate place, while also getting very real about the struggles some caregivers face in lieu of sibling support. For more information about episodes, links to resources, and to give us your thoughts and ideas for new topics, visit https://www.experiencesincaregiving.com/

03/22/2022

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54 min
04/19/2022

Preparing for End of Life Care

In this month's episode we discuss something that no one is ever really ready for - how to plan end of life care for your loved one. We look at the logistics as well as the emotional journey caregivers go through when making these incredibly delicate, uncomfortable, but necessary decisions. For more information about episodes, links to resources, and to give us your thoughts and ideas for new topics, visit https://www.experiencesincaregiving.com/

04/19/2022

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1h 4m
07/15/2022

Complicated Relationships and Caregiving

In this episode we discuss the intricacies of caregiving for a person or loved one who we have a complicated relationship with, whether that be in the past or currently. We explore how we as caregivers make our way through this complicated space to get to a place of acceptance, maybe even forgiveness, but at the very least, a place of self love. For more information about episodes, links to resources, and to give us your thoughts and ideas for new topics, visit https://www.experiencesincaregiving.com/. We'd love to hear from you!

07/15/2022

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1h 10m
11/25/2020

The First Diagnosis & Becoming a Caregiver

In this episode, we discuss the first diagnosis and what it felt like to become an advocate or caregiver. We talk about the behaviors or circumstances that led us to getting a dementia or Alzheimer's diagnosis, how it felt to become responsible for someone's health and well-being, as well as everything else that goes along with this experience.

11/25/2020

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1 hr
03/19/2021

Long Distance Caregiving

On this episode we discuss the feelings and obstacles that come with being a long-distance caregiver and the challenges that arise when making the big and everyday care decisions from afar. For more information about episodes, links to resources, and to give us your thoughts and ideas for new topics, visit https://www.experiencesincaregiving.com/. We'd love to hear from you!

03/19/2021

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45 min
12/11/2023

Burning Question 3: How do I deal with the mental and emotional stress of caregiving?

In this episode, licensed clinical social worker Molly Fisher helps caregivers in devising strategies to alleviate the stress and anguish associated with caring for someone with dementia/Alzheimer's. To hear more questions as well listen to our sister podcast, Experiences in Caregiving, please visit www.experiencesincaregiving.com.

12/11/2023

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8 min
05/25/2022

How to Manage Impatience and Anger Associated with Caregiving for a Loved One with Alzheimer's

In this episode we discuss the challenges that can sometimes lead to feeling impatient, angry and frustrated. This can spark from feeling a lack of control over the situation or the loved one, being overwhelmed, or just the weight of the grief. We discuss these challenges and ways to potentially manage them. For more information about episodes, links to resources, and to give us your thoughts and ideas for new topics, visit https://www.experiencesincaregiving.com/

05/25/2022

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1 hr
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Welcome to Caregiving Matters!

Welcome to Caregiving Matters! Caregiving Matters is a sister podcast to our Experiences in Caregiving Podcast and is a space where we discuss the 'matters' that matter most to caregivers caring for a loved one with a cognitive impairment. This includes answering caregivers' burning questions by experts in this field, and listening to personal stories of caregivers who are also on this Alzheimer's journey. We touch on a range of topics and address our struggles, our emotions, and our everyday highs and lows. We hope this space offers comradery, healing, validation, relief, and maybe even a little bit of hope. We invite you, our listeners, to email us with questions, advice, topics you want covered, or to join our podcast as a guest. Please email us at experiencesincaregivingpodcast@gmail.com to get in touch with us. Please also feel free to reach out to us via our website, Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

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03/21/2023

The Impact of Caregiving on the Black Community - Part 1

This month we are discussing the impact of caregiving on the African American/Black community, the racial disparities in care for loved ones, support for caregivers, and access to resources. In addition, we will discuss the unique challenges the Black community is navigating and potential ways to overcome them. For more information about episodes, links to resources, and to give us your thoughts and ideas for new topics, visit https://www.experiencesincaregiving.com/ Related Links: Jessica Guthrie: Instagram @CareerCaregivingCollide Andrea Krystal: Instagram @itsandreakrystal | Website: https://www.andreakrystal.com/ Ty Lewis: Instagram and Tik Tok @iamgertrude | Website: https://www.incaseiforgetconsulting.com/ Jacquelyn Revere: Instagram and TikTok @momofmymom | Website: https://momofmymom.com/

03/21/2023

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55 min

This is the home of the Experiences in Caregiving and Caregiving Matters podcasts. Our podcasts serve as a safe place where caregivers can speak freely on their experiences within the Alzheimer’s journey. By connecting listeners with our resources, we hope to encourage people to ask questions, give advice, and share stories about their own caregiving journey.

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Experiences in Caregiving

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The Mental Anguish of Caregiving

How to Navigate Sibling Relationships while Caregiving

Preparing for End of Life Care

Complicated Relationships and Caregiving

The First Diagnosis & Becoming a Caregiver

Long Distance Caregiving

Burning Question 3: How do I deal with the mental and emotional stress of caregiving?

How to Manage Impatience and Anger Associated with Caregiving for a Loved One with Alzheimer's

Welcome to Caregiving Matters!

The Impact of Caregiving on the Black Community - Part 1

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