There For Care

CareScout
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There for Care is the podcast that helps you navigate the aging journey, whether for yourself or someone you love. Each episode explores the realities of aging care with experts, caregivers, and changemakers. From long-term care planning to emotional well-being and financial impact, we bring you honest conversations, practical advice, and real stories to help you feel informed, empowered, and most importantly, not alone.

  1. FEB 18

    How I Walked Across America: Claiming Agency at Any Age

    Last year, at age 80, Dr. Judy Benjamin embarked on a 2,790-mile journey from San Diego, CA to St. Augustine, FL, with just her own two feet. Her mission: to show that aging doesn't mean you have to stop doing the things you love. In this episode of There for Care, host Amy Rein sits down with Judy to hear about her experiences walking across America, her personal battle with Alzheimer's disease, and how changing her lifestyle and mindset transformed her aging experience for the better.

    30 min

  2. JAN 28

    How Caregiving for a Family Friend Growing Up Influenced My Life

    When Lynn White was 16, her perspective on aging care was forever altered after her parents began caring for her mother's friend in their home. As the CEO of CareScout Insurance, that mindset now guides her work each day.In this week's episode of There for Care, Lynn sits down with host Amy Rein to share her family's unique caregiving story and offer her thoughts on how to ensure that your plan for aging care honors your dignity and humanity.#ShareYourCaregivingStory #Caregiving #AgingCare

    14 min

  3. 12/17/2025

    Caring for a Loved One at Home with Dementia

    If you're caring for a loved one with dementia, you're not alone. Millions of families in America are on a similar caregiving journey. In this week's episode of There for Care, host Katy Boyles welcomes Jessica Donahue, a licensed clinical social worker who specializes in dementia, to share caregiving tips and care options both in and outside the home. Tune in to hear about: •Practical tips for routines, medication management, and fostering independence •The benefits of adult day health programs and caregiver respite •The importance of person-centered care and honoring individual preferences

    11 min

  4. 12/03/2025

    Myths & Realities of Aging vs. Dementia

    The latest episode of There for Care dives into a familiar question for many: How can we tell the difference between normal cognitive changes during the aging journey, and potential signs of dementia? Host Katy Boyles asks Jessica Donahue, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who specializes in dementia care, about the myths and realities of aging vs. dementia, and how to talk to a doctor if you're concerned about yourself or a loved one.© 2025 CareScout Holdings, Inc. All rights reserved.#CareGiving #AgingCare #DementiaCare #DementiaAwareness

    8 min

  5. 11/19/2025

    Navigating the Holidays as a Caregiver

    Navigating the holidays as a caregiver may take extra planning, but it doesn't have to be any less merry. On this episode of There for Care, host Katy Boyles chats with Jessica Donahue, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who specializes in dementia care. Jessica shares ways to adapt holiday traditions and set expectations so that everyone can enjoy the celebration. If you're caring for a loved one this season, this episode provides helpful tips to plan ahead and reduce stress around family gatherings. #Caregiving #DementiaCare #CaregiverSupport #AgingCare

    7 min

  6. 11/05/2025

    When Medicare Isn't Enough: Navigating Care Costs

    In this episode of There for Care, host Katy Boyles meets with Tammy Palmgren, Regional Vice President of CareScout's Southeast market. Since she had more than 30 years of professional experience dealing with Medicare and Medicaid, Tammy thought navigating care costs for a family member would be easy for her. The reality was much different. In this discussion, Tammy shares her personal story with caregiving and the options a care circle may consider to pay for long-term care. Whether you’re currently a caregiver, or planning ahead, this episode addresses common misconceptions and answers questions about navigating long-term care costs. #Caregiving #CostofCare #CaregiverSupport #LongTermCare

    15 min

  7. 10/22/2025

    From Caregiver to Coach: Lessons on Resilience & Self-Care

    In this episode of There for Care, host Katy Boyles sits down with Jenny Morris, a Caregiving Guide, Mayo-Clinic Trained Wellness Coach, and Certified Dementia Practitioner with 20+ years of experience helping people navigate the aging journey. Jenny shares the toll caregiver burnout can take and why it’s important to make time for self-care as a caregiver. She details her family’s experience caregiving for her grandparents, generational caregiving, and why self-care isn’t an option for caregivers, but a necessity. Whether you’re in the midst of caregiving now, or thinking ahead, this episode shares real-life examples of how to fill your cup first so you can best care for those you love. #Caregiving #CaregiverBurnout #SelfCare #AgingCare #LongTermCare

    21 min

  8. 10/08/2025

    Care Conversations: How To Talk About End-of-Life Wishes & Why It Matters

    In this episode of There for Care, host Katy Boyles speaks with Sarah Simoncini, a Care and Wellness Education Specialist at Genworth with over 20 years of experience in aging care, and decades of personal caregiving in her own family. Sarah shares why talking about end-of-life wishes matters, and how to approach these sensitive conversations with compassion, respect, and patience. She explains how to start the conversation when loved ones are hesitant, why documenting wishes is essential to avoid conflict and confusion, and the importance of balancing independence with preparing for care needs. Through real stories of families navigating wills, caregiving boundaries, and legacy planning, she highlights how these discussions can shape both practical decisions and emotional connections. This conversation offers guidance for caregivers who may be wondering when and how to talk with parents or loved ones about their wishes and reassurance that these conversations can bring. Whether you’re actively caregiving, supporting aging parents, or planning ahead, this episode will give you tools to start the dialogue and ensure that your family’s values and wishes are respected. #Caregiving #EndOfLifePlanning #FamilyConversations #AgingParents #LongTermCare

    20 min
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Ratings & Reviews

4.6
out of 5
11 Ratings

About

There for Care is the podcast that helps you navigate the aging journey, whether for yourself or someone you love. Each episode explores the realities of aging care with experts, caregivers, and changemakers. From long-term care planning to emotional well-being and financial impact, we bring you honest conversations, practical advice, and real stories to help you feel informed, empowered, and most importantly, not alone.

Information

  • Creator
    CareScout
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    22
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © CareScout
  • Show Website
    There For Care