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#ILoveGay Today#ILoveGay Today - Christopher MacLellan: My Green Folder Film Project#ILoveGay Today meets up with Christopher MacLellan, where we discuss his "My Green Folder Film Project", a captivating story of Richard Schiffer and Christopher MacLellan's life experiences as a same-sex couple navigating the American health care and legal system before marriage equality became law. Join us as we chat about this very personal story's origins in Christopher's life, and how on a dime one's life can change as the world of becoming a caregiver can be thrust onto any of us. #MyGreenFolderFilmTestimonial
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2024-05-0816 min
Healing TiesSam Timbrook: Helping Caregivers HealHaving served as a Pastor and public school special educator, my life changed when I became a caregiver for his wife and child.
Holding a Master's degree in counseling, and a Dr. of Ministry, Sam was not prepared for this life-changing responsibility.
Now, as a Board Certified Master Mental Health Life Coach, Sam has created a 501(c3) program focusing on caregivers and grief.
Listen in and learn how Sam is creating Healing Ties all around us!
To learn more about SamTimbrook's non-profit visit Sam Timbrook
2022-02-1553 min
Healing TiesClaire Sachs: My Path to Patient Advocacy38 years ago, Claire Sachs' healthcare journey began with a near-fatal illness that put her in a wheelchair for 18 months. This experience evolved into a life that includes balancing 13 chronic and recurring conditions followed by caregiving for her mom.
Angry, combative, and frustrated for a long time, Claire didn't want to talk about her personal health story, but that all changed when she was invited to speak about her experience and found her voice and path to Patient Advocacy.
Listen in and learn how Claire Sachs is creating Healing Ties all around us!
2021-12-1544 min
Healing TiesNo One Without SongThrough her marvelous book: "The Courage to Care: Being Fully Present with the Dying" Rev. Linda Bryce's mission is to pass on her understandings and show us how to be there at the bedside, fully present with anyone who is dying, and sharing in the mystery and wonder of death—and after.
When there is someone at our side, challenging times become more bearable. Whether it is an unexpected life-ending diagnosis, loss of employment or even of the ability to go places and see people, the presence of another alongside us offers reassurance and...
2021-09-2148 min
Healing TiesCaregivers: The Journey Begins with You!For more than thirty-five years, Author Susan Ryan has been in roles of non-professional (unpaid) caregiving support for family and loved ones.
Through her experience as a family caregiver, (currently navigating her husband’s care with his diagnosis of Alzheimer’s Disease), Susan has moved from feeling frustrated, overwhelmed, and yes - sometimes frightened, to confident and balanced navigating the transitions being care receiver, those who support us, and I are on in our journey.
As a dynamic and international speaker, Sue's free caregiving tips are a must-have no matt...
2021-09-1946 min
Healing TiesLearn About the LGBTQ Caregiver CenterZander Keig, MS, MSW, LCSW, and Jennifer Henius, LCSW are caregivers and social workers embarking an ambitious and much-needed project to launch the LGBTQ Caregiver Center as a new online resource hub as part of the Caregiver Wellness Collective Inc, a new nonprofit startup based in greater Tampa Bay, Florida.
The LGBTQ Caregiver Center aims to raise awareness of the unique challenges faced by #LGBTQCaregivers and those who care for #LGBTQ individuals, empower LGBTQ Caregivers to live with #pride and #dignity, and serve as a conduit for education, wellness, training, and research. The Center...
2021-09-1549 min
Healing TiesEmpowerment through Wellness: Jodi O'Donnell-AmesJodi O’Donnell – Ames is a professional speaker, wellness and empowerment coach, author, podcaster, and tireless advocate for Lou Gehrig's disease, or ALS (Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis). Jodi is also the founder and current board member of Hope Loves Company, a non-profit organization committed to providing educational and emotional support to children and young adults who have had or have a loved one battling ALS in their lives.
Now on her second career after caregiving has ended, Jodi is helping people change their lives by empowering people to live happily through wellness in body, mind, and spirit.
Li...
2021-09-0149 min
Healing TiesBJ Miller: From Caregiver to Care Reciever to Palliative Care PhysicianDr. BJ Miller is a longtime hospice and palliative medicine physician and educator. He currently sees patients and families via telehealth through Mettle Health, a company he co-founded with the aim to provide personalized, holistic consultations for any patient or caregiver who needs help navigating the practical, emotional and existential issues that come with serious illness and disability.
BJ has worked in all settings of care: hospital, clinic, residential facility, and home. Led by his own experiences as a patient, BJ advocates for the roles of our senses, community and presence in designing a better ending. His...
2021-07-2849 min
Healing TiesEnjoy a Cup of Comfort with Trish LaubAward-winning author Trish Laub’s expertise is derived from the full-time care of her parents, one with Alzheimer’s and one with stage 4 cancer, for whom she delivered the care and end of life they desired. She served not only as a hands-on caregiver but also as the manager of both of her parents’ daily and medical care, as well as their in-home caregivers and overall care team. She has gone on to assist many others through their care journey.
Trishs' "Comfort in Their Journey" book series provides the clear, concis...
2021-07-2049 min
Healing TiesThe Waiting Room RevolutionDr. Hsien Seow and Dr. Samantha Winemaker have worked their entire careers helping those who are facing serious illnesses.
For years, they often heard patients and families say they felt unprepared and overwhelmed.
Despite years of education, research, and advocacy, they continued to hear patients and families say “Why didn’t anyone tell me that sooner…”
They started the Waiting Room Revolution movement because they wanted to improve the patient and family illness experience.
They wanted to educate …and build...
2021-07-1349 min
Healing TiesWhy Is Grandma Naked?Ellen Prober Rittberg is an award-winning journalist whose humorous essays and features have appeared in the NY Times, HuffPost, Reader's Digest, and other major platforms.
After being a caregiver to her mother for six years and realizing even though as an attorney she'd represented senior citizens for many years and had written reports and recommendations for judges on other cases, she felt overwhelmed and largely clueless when she began caregiving.
From her personal and professional experience ….Ellen wrote Why is Grandma Naked? Caring for Your Aging Parent….in a practical and humorous way because of her b...
2021-07-0645 min
Healing TiesCelebrating Pride by Advocating for LGBTQ SeniorsLGBTQ seniors are among the most important and rapidly growing segment of our community.
Understanding LGBTQ history can help us be better caretakers and advocates for LGBTQ older adults.
Our guest, Amy Whelan has been a Senior Staff Attorney at the National Center for Lesbian Rights (NCLR) since 2011 and works on NCLR’s full range of litigation, policy, and public education work.
Amy litigates complex civil cases around the country regarding marriage equality, employment discrimination, Title IX, family law, access to healthcare, prisoners’ civil rights, the First Amendment, and other constitutional matters.
Am...
2021-06-2949 min
Healing TiesSusie Singer Carter - My Mom and the GirlSusie Singer Carter is a writer/director/producer who has an intense passion for projects that emphasize girl power of all kinds - for all ages. Above all that... Susie is an extraordinary caregiver too!
Featuring the late great Valerie Harper, Susie's critically acclaimed film…My Mom and the Girl is based on her true story of caring for her Mom, is a heart-warming, uplifting film that gives an unexpected and joyous look at Alzheimer's, diversity, and caring.
Listen in and learn how Susie is creating Healing Ties through her Love Conquers Alz podc...
2021-06-2248 min
Healing TiesCaregivers are Welcomed at Nancy's HouseElissa Lewin is a licensed psychologist, licensed marriage and family therapist, who has been in practice over 30 years, and she’s the Founder and Executive Director of Nancy’s House.
Nancy’s House is a program designed to break the isolation and exhaustion that can come with being a family caregiver. The program evolved from Elissa’s own experience as a “serial caregiver”.
Nancy’s House is a unique program in the US. It combines rest and nurturing with self-care skills, connection and support for caregivers in 1-day and 3-day retreat.
Throughout the...
2021-06-1747 min
Healing TiesIt Does Happen: Early Onset DementiaAt any age, a dementia diagnosis is difficult to grasp... But a dementia diagnosis at age 42?
This episode of Healing Ties features special guest David Benedetto who shares his important story about being diagnosed with Early Onset Dementia at 42 and Dementia Care expert Gary Joseph LeBlanc from the Dementia Spotlight Foundation .
Listen in and learn how David and Gary are inspiring other and creating Healing Ties by sharing their stories and critical resources to help those with faced with this diagnosis be better prepared for their own personal journey.
2021-06-1449 min
Love Conquers AlzChristopher MacLellan - Founder of The Whole Care Network™In celebration of Pride Month 2021, we had the honor of speaking with Chris MacLellan, author of "What's The Deal With Caregiving?". Christopher and his partner, Richard Schiffer, were featured in a 2015 Pulitzer Prize-nominated caregiving story "In Sickness and Health; A Couple's Final Journey", that chronicled their journey of caregiving. The story told of the challenges that LGBT partners have in dealing with the medical and legal system, but it also told of the love and joy that Richard’s last years had on their relationship. The Whole Care Network™ has been a dream of Chris’ for quite some time...
2021-06-1248 min
Healing TiesPerson Centered Approach to Dementia CareJudy Cornish is an author, founder of the Dementia & Alzheimer’s Wellbeing Network (DAWN®), creator of the DAWN Method® and retired elder law attorney.
Her two books (The Dementia Handbook and Dementia With Dignity) take person-centered dementia care from theory to practice by identifying the skills not lost to dementia.
Through DAWN, Judy provides counseling, private classes and an online video program for families and home caregivers.
Judy's goal is to help families learn how to truly support their loved ones and enjoy more companionship as they live with dementia.
Listen in an...
2021-06-0749 min
Healing TiesHigher Standards Caregiver TrainingEmilia Bourland, OTR, ECHM is an occupational therapist who has spent her career advocating for and treating the needs of clients and caregivers.
As an educator at Texas Woman's University Master of Occupational Therapy program, and as a clinician working in settings as diverse as the ICU, acute care, inpatient rehab, skilled nursing, home modification, home health, and outpatient clinics, Emilia came to see two well defined truths.
Caregivers are foundationally vital to our healthcare system.Caregivers are rarely, if ever, given the tools, knowledge, and skill-set they need to safely care for others and themselves.
2021-06-0240 minHealing TiesHope Springs Eternal with Jeff StudzinskiWe've all heard the phrase, "when life gives you lemons, make lemonade" ...cancer coach and motivational speaker is Revolutionizing Growth and making lemonade all over the world with his inspiring story of hope and love.
As a two time cancer survivor and kidney transplant recipient , Jeff Studzinski shares his inspiring story that will warm your heart and fill you with hope.
Listen in and learn about Jeff's "angel" and how he is creating Healing Ties all around us!
2021-06-0145 min
Healing TiesLeadership Lessons from the PubIrvine Nugent has spent the majority of his career helping leaders and organizations and people like me harness the power of their emotions.
Irvine's new book Leadership Lesson's from the Pub was born out of the unique Irish wisdom Irvine learned growing up in his family’s pub in Northern Ireland. Journey through Ireland’s rich pub culture and back to the boardrooms and offices of the organizations you lead or manage. It’s a journey into the struggles and joys of leadership that will show you how to harness the power of your emotions to have deeper...
2021-05-2742 min
Healing TiesCreating A Global Network of CareCaregiving is not simply a local issue, Caregiving is a universal issue impacting the lives of millions of people from around the globe.
Through their work at Care.ly and Caregiving.com Mike Eidsaune and Christina Best are providing Caregivers from across the globe the opportunity to gather valuable resources and share their stories to help manage their caregiving day.
Listen in and learn how Mike and Christina are creating Healing Ties all around us!
2021-05-2749 minHealing TiesWhat To Do with Mom's House?Ben Rao is the author of Paying For Long Term Care , Co-Founder of Mom's House enterpriser, philanthropist, lover of music, art, and cool shoes whose positivity and energy are contagious.
After going through the journey of placing his beloved step-father, Tom, in to long term care, Ben discovered how difficult and taxing the ordeal was and decided to use the experience he has gained working in the senior space, to help make other families’ journey easier, less stressful, and provide clear direction so that they can focus on what is important to them, and to hi...
2021-05-1727 minHealing TiesAging Gracefully with Melanie MaynorMelanie Maynor grew up in a small town in south Louisiana surrounded by the love and care of her grandparents and great-grandparents.
That love and care lead Melanie on a path to become a Geriatric Care Manger who is a willing and capable advocate for her clients and families, because of her innate passion for everyone to Age Gracefully.
Listen in and learn how Melanie Maynor is creating Healing Ties through her work as a Geriatric Care Manager in St. Louis, MO.
2021-05-1725 minHealing TiesThe Teacup Project: Sharing Your Keepsake StoriesMemories are truly the heart of family history and the soul of every person.
Realizing seniors have so many colorful stories and secrets to share, Authors Deb Holton-Smith and Jan Martin wanted to connect families, friends, and caretakers to spend precious time − possibly over a cup of tea − to reignite these memories.
Deb and Jan passion for people as coaches and counselors sparked their desire to create The Teacup Project because some of the best conversations between family and friends are over a delightful cup of tea.
Listen in and learn how Deb Holt...
2021-05-1732 min
The Caregiver's BakeryThe Bow-tie Guy - Chris MacLellanChris MacLellan is known to the caregiving network as "The Bow Time Guy." He was on a caregiving journey with his now deceased partner, who was diagnosed with esophageal cancer in 2011.
He is an ardent advocate for caregivers through his podcast "Healing Ties" and is the founder of The Whole Care Network.
Chris and his partner, Richard Schiffer were featured in a 2015 Pulitzer Prize nominated caregiver story titled "In Sickness and Health: A Couple's Final Journey."
Join us to talk about how Chris is caring for himself now that he is on his...
2021-04-0831 minHealing TiesCreating Healing Ties with Ken SternWe begin season 9 of Healing Ties with best selling author Ken Stern.
Formally the CEO of National Public Radio is is the founder and Chair of the Longevity Project, which he founded in collaboration with the Stanford Center on Longevity.
The Longevity Project fosters public conversation and research on the impact on longer lives on civil society.
Ken is the host of multiple podcasts, including When I’m 64, from the Stanford Center on Longevity and is launching a National Conversation on Caregiving starting on March 31 to highlight the challenges facing family caregivers.
...
2021-03-2818 min
Healing Ties31-HT 2.0 Celebrating The Holidays with Author Loren Gelberg-GoffOur special Holiday edition of Healing Ties features the soothing words of Author and Psychotherapist Loren Gelberg-Goff.
Loren shares her story about losing her husband and son this year, while finding comfort in remembering them during the Holidays. When life transitions, recognizing our grief and talking about our love for the person you are missing, is one of the steps in our healing process that helps you take back your life.
No matter what faith base you are coming from, the Holiday Season is intended to be a joyful time for everyone. This is an...
2020-12-2229 min
Healing Ties30-HT 2.0: 30x30 Capstone Episode-If You Can Dream It, You Can Do It!Welcome to Season 8, Episode 30 of Healing Ties 2.0, 30 podcasts in 30 days celebrating National Family Caregivers month featured on the Whole Care Network.In our Capstone Episode (which completes Season 8 of Healing Ties), I am joined by our Executive Producer Bill Odman, as we give thanks to all our guest and our listeners during our 30 Podcasts In 30 Days, while providing insight to what lies ahead for the Whole Care Network and Healing Ties. Listen in for a sneak peak at Season 9 commencing in January 2021 as we ask...Beyond Caregiving, How Do We Care...How Do We Heal...We do this...
2020-12-0127 min
Healing Ties29-HT 2.0: 30in30 Featuring Rosanne Corcoran from the Daughterhood PodcastWelcome to Season 8, Episode 29 of Healing Ties 2.0, 30 podcasts in 30 days celebrating National Family Caregivers month featured on the Whole Care Network.On this episode of Healing Ties I am pleased to welcome caregiver extraordinaire Roseanne Corcoran for the Daughterhood Circle and Podcast. Rosanne in a primary in-home caregiver for her mom since 2009, sandwich caregiver and Daughterhood Circle Leader. Leveraging her skills from a Bachelor’s degree in English Communications, she created Daughterhood The Podcast to bring her empathetic view of caregiving, from a first person perspective, to help others navigate these uncharted, disorienting and tumultuous waters. You ar...
2020-11-3038 min
Healing Ties28-HT 2.0: 30in30 Featuring the Caregiver Warrior, Susanne WhiteWelcome to Season 8, Episode 28 of Healing Ties 2.0, 30 podcasts in 30 days celebrating National Family Caregivers month featured on the Whole Care Network.On this episode of Healing Ties I am pleased to welcome the Caregiver Warrior, Susanne White! Susanne White was blessed with the opportunity to care for her parents and ventured out on a caregiving journey that would change her life. She blogs about this journey on her website, caregiverwarrior.com and shares her experience, strength and hope with others so that they too may survive caregiving with grace and empowerment.Listen in and learn how...
2020-11-2936 min
Healing Ties27-HT 2.0: 30in30 Featuring Author Matt Estrade from The Peace with Dementia RosaryWelcome to Season 8, Episode 27 of Healing Ties 2.0, 30 podcasts in 30 days celebrating National Family Caregivers month featured on the Whole Care Network.On this episode of Healing Ties I am pleased to welcome Matt Estrade who is an author and host of two podcasts centered around dementia. Inspired by his mother who was the sole care partner for his grandfather with dementia, Matt Estrade discovered his calling. He began facilitating care partner support groups, writing a blog, educating communities and care teams, producing The Peace with Dementia Podcast, and completing graduate school in Gerontology. Now Matt offers The...
2020-11-2827 min
Healing Ties26-HT 2.0: 30in30 Featuring Deb Kelsey-Davis & Kelly Johnson from Nourish For CaregiversHappy Thanks-Caregiving and welcome to Season 8, Episode 26 of Healing Ties 2.0, 30 podcasts in 30 days celebrating National Family Caregivers month featured on the Whole Care Network.Our special Thanksgiving podcast features Deb Kelsey-Davis and Kelly Johnson from Nourish Caregivers. Enriched by faith together, Kelly and Deb founded Nourish for Caregivers whose mission is to support and empower caregivers through the gift of faith. Nourish provides tools and resources to churches and healthcare organizations to minister to family caregivers’ practical, emotional and spiritual needs, addressing the most common and challenging issues caregivers face. Nourish, today, is in 70+ locations across the co...
2020-11-2629 min
Healing Ties25-HT 2.0: 30in30 Featuring Geriatric Patient Advocate and Medical Student Victoria KozarWelcome to Season 8, Episode 25 of Healing Ties 2.0, 30 podcasts in 30 days celebrating National Family Caregivers month featured on the Whole Care Network. In this episode it is my pleasure to welcome Geriatric Patient Advocate and Medical Student Victoria Kozar. Victoria (Tia) found her passion for geriatrics as one of the pioneer participants in the groundbreaking Students-in-Residence program, spending a year living with the older adults of an assisted living community. Tia has brought her unique perspective to a state and national level, advocating for Alzheimer’s research, education, and political reform and serves as a Community Dementia Educator. Ti...
2020-11-2525 min
Healing Ties24-HT 2.0: 30in30 Featuring Lindsay Carretero from Point Blanc VoiceWelcome to Season 8, Episode 24 of Healing Ties 2.0, 30 podcasts in 30 days celebrating National Family Caregivers month featured on the Whole Care Network. In this episode it is my pleasure to welcome Lindsay Carretero from Point Blanc Voice. Not only is Lindsay an excellent voice coach, Lindsay was an excellent caregiver for her Grandam, Grandam Angel. Grandma Angel, was always by her side. She helped Lindsay by giving her rides, making sure she was fed, helping her memorize lines for acting scenes, making beautiful costumes for her performances and above all else gave her the love and support that...
2020-11-2530 min
Healing Ties23-HT 2.0: 30in30 Featuring Steve Bessermen from AriJoe ProductionsWelcome to Season 8, Episode 23 of Healing Ties 2.0, 30 podcasts in 30 days celebrating National Family Caregivers month featured on the Whole Care Network. In this episode it is a pleasure to welcome Steve Besserman from AirJoe Productions.Following a career in network television and healthcare marketing communications, Steve founded AriJoe Productions, LLC, for the purpose of realizing his lifetime ambition of bringing his parents’ Holocaust Survivors’ love story to the screen. He served as Executive Producer, Writer and Director of this award-winning independent documentary, "Only A Number," which has appeared at film festivals, has been broadcast on PBS stations acro...
2020-11-2433 min
Healing Ties22-HT 2.0: 30in30 Featuring Toula Wootan from Toula's Tips for CaregiversWelcome to Season 8, Episode 22 of Healing Ties 2.0, 30 podcasts in 30 days celebrating National Family Caregivers month featured on the Whole Care Network. In this episode it is a pleasure to welcome my very good friend and caregiver advocate extraordinaire, Toula Wootan from Toula's Tips for Caregivers! Caregiving, Covid19, Thanksgiving and the Holiday's approaching...OH MY!!!Toula is an author, radio show host and is a well-known national advocate for caregivers, Toula's soothing style and her special "Timely Tips for Caregivers" is just the prefect recipe caregivers need as move into a very different Holiday Season.
2020-11-2227 min
Healing Ties21-HT 2.0: 30in30 Featuring Megan Schwalm from the Tennessee Respite CoalitionWelcome to Season 8, Episode 21 of Healing Ties 2.0, 30 podcasts in 30 days celebrating National Family Caregivers month featured on the Whole Care Network. In this episode it is a pleasure to welcome the Executive Director of the Tennessee Respite Coalition, Dr. Megan Schwalm! The Tennessee Respite Coalition provides respite services to caregivers across the entire state of Tennessee. This important state-wide agency strives to provide caregivers with the tools to care for themselves so that they can better care for their loved one. "You can't pour from an empty cup." Additionally, One of Dr. Schwalm’s core values as a le...
2020-11-2125 min
Healing Ties20-HT 2.0: 30in30 Featuring Long Distance Caregiver Rich ScharfWelcome to Season 8, Episode 20 of Healing Ties 2.0, 30 podcasts in 30 days celebrating National Family Caregivers month featured on the Whole Care Network. In this episode it is a pleasure to welcome a good friend of mine Rich Scharf. Rich is a native West Virginian living in St. Louis Mo, and is the only child raised by a single mother, Carolyn, who resides in a Memory Care facility with mid-to-late stage dementia. Rich practices dentistry at a federally qualified health center (FQHC), providing services for those who normally wouldn’t be able to afford them.Rich started to se...
2020-11-2126 min
Healing Ties19-HT 2.0: 30in30 Featuring Josh Studzinski from CaremergeWelcome to Season 8, Episode 19 of Healing Ties 2.0, 30 podcasts in 30 days celebrating National Family Caregivers month featured on the Whole Care Network. In this episode it is a pleasure to welcome the Senior Vice President of Marketing at Caremerge, Josh Studzinski. Josh leads the marketing, branding, and event strategy at Caremerge andCaremerge mission to ensure the aging experience is filled with peace of mind and joy.CareMerge and its applications are bridging the gap between families and their loved ones and improving communication with staff in senior living communities across the nation.Listen in and...
2020-11-1923 min
Healing Ties18-HT 2.0: 30in30 Featuring Gary Joseph LeBlanc from the Dementia Spotlight FoundationWelcome to Season 8, Episode 18 of Healing Ties 2.0, 30 podcasts in 30 days celebrating National Family Caregivers month featured on the Whole Care Network. In this episode it is a pleasure to welcome Gary is the director of education for the Dementia Spotlight Foundation, but there is much more to his story. Gary has been a good friend for many years, a mentor and was one of my original guest on my first podcast, "Be A Healthy Caregiver" way back in 2012. An accomplish author and columnist, Gary shares his dementia caregiving story without hesitation and is someone who is globally respected...
2020-11-1931 min
Healing Ties17-HT 2.0: 30in30 Featuring Elizabeth Miller from Happy Healthy CaregiverWelcome to Season 8, Episode 17 of Healing Ties 2.0, 30 podcasts in 30 days celebrating National Family Caregivers month featured on the Whole Care Network. In this episode it is a pleasure to welcome Certified Caregiving Consultant Elizabeth Miller from Healthy Happy Caregiver! Elizabeth's personal experiences caring for aging parents with chronic and terminal illnesses as well as caring for a sibling with developmental disabilities inspired her to create Happy Healthy Caregiver in 2015. Through her consulting services, podcast, book and online community, Elizabeth helps family caregivers integrate caregiving and self care with their busy lives. Elizabeth's story and resources have been featured...
2020-11-1725 min
Healing Ties16-HT 2.0: 30in30 Featuring Larry Nisenson from Genworth US CareScout® Caregiver Support ServicesWelcome to Season 8, Episode 16 of Healing Ties 2.0, 30 podcasts in 30 days celebrating National Family Caregivers month featured on the Whole Care Network. In this episode it is a pleasure to welcome the Senior Vice President, Chief Commercial Officer for Genworth U.S. Life Insurance, Larry Nisenson. One of Larry's main roles at Genworth is to oversee their fantastic CareScout®Caregiver Support Services, an innovative program designed to provide expert guidance and personal support for those struggling to find the right help for their loved one. The program leverages a network of 100,000+ healthcare professionals and facilities nationwide to provide employees u...
2020-11-1630 min
Healing Ties15-HT 2.0: 30in30 Featuring Dr. Elliot Montgomery-Sklar from Nova Southeastern UniversityWelcome to Season 8, Episode 15 of Healing Ties 2.0, 30 podcasts in 30 days celebrating National Family Caregivers month featured on the Whole Care Network. In this episode we are delighted to visit Dr. Elliot Montgomery Sklar from Nova Southeastern University on a topic we are both passionate about: LGBT Seniors and their Caregivers. Dr. Sklar is an associate professor in the Department of Health Science at Nova Southeastern University (NSU) and has worked as an educator, researcher, and leader of community-based health programs in the US and Canada for over 15 years. Dr. Sklar teaches a wide range of courses in health...
2020-11-1524 min
Healing Ties14-HT 2.0: 30in30 Featuring Matt Reiners from EversoundWelcome to Season 8, Episode 14 of Healing Ties 2.0, 30 podcasts in 30 days celebrating National Family Caregivers month featured on the Whole Care Network. In this episode we are delighted to welcome Matt Reiners from Eversound. Eversound is a technology company dedicated to ending social isolation for older adults by giving every resident the gift of hearing! As the co-founder at Eversound, Matt recognized the frustration his grandmother was having with hearing loss and decided to take on the issue first hand to create a product that is improving the lives of seniors all over the country. This is a "feel-good" story...
2020-11-1527 min
Healing Ties13-HT: 2.0 30in30 Featuring Fritzi Gros-Daillon from Age Safe AmericaWelcome to Season 8, Episode 13 of Healing Ties 2.0, 30 podcasts in 30 days celebrating National Family Caregivers month featured on the Whole Care Network. In this episode we are delighted to welcome Aging In Place specialist Fritzi Gros-Daillon from Age Safe America.Fritzi is a successful entrepreneur in Senior Move Management, Environmental Consulting and Aging in Place Home Safety and Modification. Named Educator of the Year by NAHB for 2019, she teaches aging in place and universal design courses. Working with Age Safe America, she developed the Senior Home Safety Specialist certification and co-created an online Family Caregiver Essentials program. Her Master’s...
2020-11-1329 min
Healing Ties12-HT 2.0: 30in30 Featuring Theresa Wilbanks from Sustainable CaregivingWelcome to Season 8, Episode 12 of Healing Ties 2.0, 30 podcast in 30 days featured on the Whole Care Network. Our guests on this episode is Certified Caregiving Consultant and Certified Caregiving Educator Theresa Wilbanks from Sustainable Caregiving. As a caregiver for her 99 year old father, Theresa works with family caregivers on both the emotional and practical challenges of caring for an aging parent. Her passion is to help each family caregiver balance the trials and tribulations with care and compassion and a healthy dose of love and laughter. Listen in and learn how Theresa is creating Healing Ties all around us!
2020-11-1224 min
Healing Ties11-HT 2.0: 30in30 Featuring Kate Fassbender from the Dementia Letters ProjectWelcome to Season 8, Episode 11 of Healing Ties 2.0, 30 podcast in 30 days featured on the Whole Care Network. Our guests on this episode is Kate Fassbender from the Dementia Letters Project. Kate realized at an early age when her grandmother was diagnosis with Vascular Dementia that she destined to make a difference with people living with this insidious disease. Digging into her ArtBin as a classically trained musician, studio artist, theatre-maker, and using her academic foundation in the Creative Arts Therapies, Kate serves others on the pillars of Education, Life Enrichment, and Support. With 20 years of living in service to...
2020-11-1228 min
Healing Ties10-HT 2.0: 30in30 Featuring Author Loren Gelberg-GoffWelcome to Season 8, Episode 10 of Healing Ties 2.0, 30 podcast in 30 days featured on the Whole Care Network. Our guests on this episode is psychotherapist, author and keynote speaker Loren Gelberg-Goff. Loren has become best known for creating the powerful, life-changing program for caregivers: “Take Back Your Life”. Loren is also a long-time family caregiver, so she comes to this space both personally and professionally. She counsels individuals as they learn new life skills so that they are able to live free of chronic, daily anxiety and overwhelm without having to constantly feel guilty, angry &/or resentful. Her latest book, written espe...
2020-11-1131 min
Healing Ties09-HT 2.0: 30in30 Featuring Katherine Wells from Serenity EngageWelcome to Season 8, Episode 9 of Healing Ties 2.0, 30 podcast in 30 days featured on the Whole Care Network. Our guests on this episode is Katherine Wells from Serenity Engage. Katherine is a startup entrepreneur in the senior care space, and a co-podcaster who is challenging the status quo in today’s senior care system. Over the last 10 years, Katherine has directly experienced the communication breakdown between senior living facilities, providers and family and is on a mission to solve it. Listen in and learn how Katherine and the entire staff at Serenity Engage is creating Healing Ties all around us!
2020-11-1031 min
Healing Ties08-HT 2.0: 30in30 Featuring Matt Gurwell from Keeping Us SafeWelcome to Season 8, Episode 8 of Healing Ties 2.0, 30 podcast in 30 days featured on the Whole Care Network. Our guests on this episode is Matt Gurwell from Keeping Us Safe. After 24 years as a Ohio State Patrolman, Matt founded Keeping Us Safe, LLC lectures throughout the United States on topics related to the aging process and its adverse affects on driving skills. As founder and CEO of Keeping Us Safe, Matt’s mission is to provide strategies and guidance to seniors that will help them to continue driving safely until the decision is made to retire from their driving career. He...
2020-11-0828 min
Healing Ties07-HT 2.0: 30in30 Featuring Jennifer Henius and Ellen MacKay from Yoga 4 CaregiversWelcome to Season 8, Episode 7 of Healing Ties 2.0, 30 podcast in 30 days featured on the Whole Care Network. Our guests on this episode features Jennifer Henius and Ellen MacKay. As part of the Caregiver Collective Wellness program, Yoga 4 Caregivers is a grassroots program that has quickly grown into an International Volunteer Service Project to make yoga, meditation and mindful-movement readily accessible to Caregivers on the front lines of COVID-19. You will want to know about this FREE service for caregivers! Listen and learn how Jennifer and Ellen and all the volunteers at Yoga For Caregivers are creating Healing Ties all around...
2020-11-0728 min
Healing Ties06-HT 2.0: 30in30 Featuring Heather Slutzky from Anchor and FlameWelcome to Season 8, Episode 6 of Healing Ties 2.0, 30 podcast in 30 days,featured on the Whole Care Network. Our guest on this episode is the Founder and Principle Celebrant at Anchor and Flame, Heather Slutzky. Heather uses her experiences as a family caregiver, and a healthcare professional to build support and understanding between clinical caregivers and family caregivers. Heather works with healthcare organizations directly to create meaningful culture and celebration to help sustain their workforce and with families directly, as a celebrant for all the moments we need to put a frame around. Listen in and learn how Heather Slutzky is...
2020-11-0626 min
Healing Ties05-HT 2.0: 30in30 Featuring Author and Alzheimer's Advocate Gincy HiensWelcome to Season 8, Episode 5 of Healing Ties 2.0, 30 podcast in 30 days featured on the Whole Care Network. In this episode we are delighted to welcome caregiver advocate Gincy Heins. Gincy is the creator and editor of Before the Diagnosis: Stories of Life and Love Before Dementia and one of the co-authors of the 365 Caregiving Tips series of books. She is the caregiver and advocate for her husband who was diagnosed with mild cognitive impairment when he was 55-years-old. Listen in and learn how Gincy is creating Healing Ties all around us!
2020-11-0626 min
Healing Ties04-HT 2.0: 30in30 Featuring Jodi O'Donnell-Ames and Cara Haggerty with Hope Loves CompanyWelcome to Season 8, Episode 4 of Healing Ties 2.0, 30 podcast in 30 days featured on the Whole Care Network. In this episode we are delighted to welcome Jodi O'Donnell-Ames and Cara Haggerty from Hope Loves Company. Hope Loves Company is the only non-profit organization in America committed to providing educational and emotional support to children and young adults who have had or have a loved one battling Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) Lou Gehrig's disease. Many of these children and grandchildren become loving caregivers to their parents and grandparents. Listen in and learn of the beautiful mission of Hope Loves Company while learning...
2020-11-0425 min
Healing Ties03-HT 2.0: 30in30 Featuring Lea Ann Biafora from Beacon AdvocatesWelcome to Season 8, Episode 3 of Healing Ties 2.0, 30 podcast in 30 days featured on the Whole Care Network. In this episode we are delighted to welcome Lea Ann Biafora from Beacon Advocates. Lea Ann has a unique combination of experience as a certified oncology nurse and as an accomplished leader within the health care and business sector. With her tremendous background and insights, Lea Ann created a concierge care management model that treats individuals living with cancer holistically – as an individual person, not as a patient. Listen in and learn how Lea Ann Biafora is creating Healing Ties all around us!
2020-11-0325 min
Healing Ties02-HT 2.0: 30in30 Featuring Author and Family Caregiver Expert Stephanie EricksonWelcome to Season 8, Episode 2 of Healing Ties 2.0 30 podcast in 30 days featured on the Whole Care Network. In this episode we are delighted to feature family caregiving expert Stephanie Erickson. Author of "Plan for Aging Well" and the founder of the Erickson Resource Group, Stephanie is passionate about sharing her experience and knowledge while encouraging others to take control of their health and advocate on behalf of vulnerable populations. Listen in and learn how Stephanie Erickson is creating Healing Ties all around us!
2020-11-0322 min
Healing Ties01-HT 2.0: 30in30 Introducing WCN Executive Producer Bill OdmanWelcome to Season 8, Episode 1 of Healing Ties 2.0 Podcast featured on the Whole Care Network. Episode One introduces our new executive producer and voice of the Whole Care Network Bill Odman. Christopher and Bill have been friends for over 30 years and Bill brings a wealth of Health Care and technology experience to the Whole Care Network. On this episode, we talk about our new Healing Ties format, new podcast cover, new sound, new intro, new features all while learning how our guests are creating Healing Ties in their community by their words, actions or deeds.
2020-11-0236 min
Caregiver SOS On AirChristopher MacLellan, M.A., Founder and CEO of Whole Care Network - February 16, 2020Christopher MacLellan, M.A., Founder and CEO of Whole Care Network - February 16, 2020 discussing challenges in LGBT caregiving.
2020-06-1626 min
Caregiver SOSChallenges in LGBT Caregiving w/ Christopher MacLellanChristopher MacLellan, M.A., Founder & CEO Whole Care Network, talks with Caregiver SOS on Air cohosts Carol Zernial and Ron Aaron about the special challenges facing caregivers and care recipients who are LGBT. For more checkout www.wholecarenetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2020-02-1626 min
The Love Doctor Is InThe Love Doctor is IN Episode 122: How to Restart Your Life After Caregiving Ends with Christopher MacLellanMore than 65 million people, 29% of the U.S. population, provide care for a chronically ill, disabled, or aged family member or friend. Caregiving requires sacrifice and commitment, and then it ends. What happens next and how do you restart your life afterwards? Dr. Terri talks to Christopher MacLellan, caregiver advocate, speaker and author of the book, “What’s The Deal with Caregiving.” Chris discusses how caregiving changes people and finding one’s comfort zone during and after caregiving is just as difficult as caregiving itself.
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2019-11-1000 minThe Love Doctor is IN Episode 122: How to Restart Your Life After Caregiving Ends with Christopher MacLellanMore than 65 million people, 29% of the U.S. population, provide care for a chronically ill, disabled, or aged family member or friend. Caregiving requires sacrifice and commitment, and then it ends. What happens next and how do you restart your life afterwards? Dr. Terri talks to Christopher MacLellan, caregiver advocate, speaker and author of the book, “What’s The Deal with Caregiving.” Chris discusses how caregiving changes people and finding one’s comfort zone during and after caregiving is just as difficult as caregiving itself.
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2019-11-1000 min
Healing TiesWorking Daughter with Liz O'DonnellOn this episode of Healing Ties, I have the pleasure of visiting with Liz O'Donnell from Working Daughter. Liz has been a champion for caregivers, especially Working Daughters and in her new book, Working Daughters, Liz provides her readers with timely tips and real life stories to help balance your caregiving day. Listen in and learn how Liz O'Donnell is creating Healing Ties all around us?
2019-08-2725 min
Healing TiesThe Unexpected Journey of CaringOn this episode of Healing Ties, we welcome Zachary White and Donna Thomson, Co-Authors of The Unexpected Journey of Caring: The Transformation from Loved One to Caregiver. Personal transformation is usually an experience we actively seek out—not one that hunts us down. Becoming a caregiver is one transformation that comes at us, requiring us to rethink everything we once knew. Informed by original caregiver research and proven advocacy strategies, The Unexpected Journey of Caring: The Transformation from Loved One to Caregiver provides caregivers with essential tools they need to succeed on their unexpected journey. Listen in and learn ho...
2019-08-2038 minThe Love Doctor Is InThe Love Doctor is IN Episode 111: How To Deal With The Challenges of Caregiving with Christopher MacLellanMore than 65 million people, 29% of the U.S. population, provide care for a chronically ill, disabled, or aged family member or friend. Taking care of someone you love is a privilege, but it also requires sacrifice and commitment. Dr. Terri talks to Christopher MacLellan, caregiver advocate, speaker and author of the book, “What’s The Deal with Caregiving.” Chris will discuss how to manage the challenges that caregivers encounter, regardless of sexual orientation, family situation or age. Chris’ passion centers around advocacy, sharing stories and connecting people to trusted resources.
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2019-08-0500 minThe Love Doctor is IN Episode 111: How To Deal With The Challenges of Caregiving with Christopher MacLellanMore than 65 million people, 29% of the U.S. population, provide care for a chronically ill, disabled, or aged family member or friend. Taking care of someone you love is a privilege, but it also requires sacrifice and commitment. Dr. Terri talks to Christopher MacLellan, caregiver advocate, speaker and author of the book, “What’s The Deal with Caregiving.” Chris will discuss how to manage the challenges that caregivers encounter, regardless of sexual orientation, family situation or age. Chris’ passion centers around advocacy, sharing stories and connecting people to trusted resources.
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2019-08-0500 min
Healing TiesTheressa Foster: Helping To Make Senior Living Communities BetterOn this episode of Healing Ties, we visit with Senior Housing Consultant Theressa Forster. With 10 years of experience working in senior housing, Theressa's mission is to make senior housing communities operate efficiently, while providing a warm home environment with compassionate care for seniors. Listen in and learn how Theressa compassionate care is creating Healing Ties all around us!
2019-03-0327 min
Healing TiesLearn about the Dementia Spotlight Foundation Alzheimer's Music FestIn this episode of Healing Ties, we welcome dementia caregiving expert Gary Joseph Leblanc from the Dementia Spotlight Foundation. The Dementia Spotlight Foundation is proudly presenting a day of FREE dementia education on March 8th and a day of music and fundraising on March 9th at the Alzheimer's Music Fest in Tampa Bay, Florida to raise money for FREE respite care for families in the Tamp Bay area! To learn more about this exciting event and how you can get involved, listen in and learn how Gary and the Dementia Spotlight Foundation is creating Healing Ties all around us...
2019-01-1222 min
Healing TiesCaroline Blazovsky: The Healthy Home ExpertOn this episode of Healing Ties we welcome National Home Expert Caroline Blazovsky! With over 18 years of experience working with the public and physicians to create healthy living spaces and improve wellness. Caroline loves making people healthier! She is also CEO of MY HEALTHY HOME®, a green company that offers testing services, products and consultations for homes throughout the US. Listen in and learn how Caroline is creating Healing Ties all around us!
2018-12-1623 min
Healing TiesWeight of Honor DocumentaryThe Weight of Honor is the first comprehensive documentary to chronicle the lives of families caring for their catastrophically wounded solders returning from wars in Iraq and Afghanistan.Over the course of five years, Stephanie Howard followed the arc of what happens when some of America's best and strongest volunteer to protect our nation, but return home physically and emotionally broken. What happens when they return is not only a personal journey, but also the story of their family caregivers who have no training other than the love for their wounded.Listen in and learn how Stephanie...
2018-12-0929 min
Healing TiesRipples from the Edge of Life with Roland ChestersDecember 1 is World AIDS Day and Roland Chesters was diagnosed with HIV/AIDS in 2006 and given two weeks to live at the time of his diagnosis. In his book, Ripples from the Edge of Life, Roland gathers stories from 13 other people diagnosed with HIV/AIDS between 1982 and 2015 and how they have managed their diagnosis and the in particular, the mental ill health created by the stigma that still surrounds HIV/AIDS. In this episode of Healing Ties, Roland shares his story about his diagnoses while encouraging others to do the same. Listen in and learn how Roland Chesters is...
2018-12-0130 min
Healing TiesLearn about the benefits of Dental Implants with Dr. Dave BaerIt goes without saying that our teeth are vital to our personal health an nutrition and sometimes we take our teeth for granted. On this episode of Healing Ties, Dr. Dave Baer from from the Pueblo Dental Surgery Center, explains the variety of options available for dental implants while providing a clear understanding of the procedures to ensure implants are safe fore everyone. Listen in and learn how Dr. Baer is creating Healing Ties all around us.
2018-11-1620 min
Healing TiesCombating Dental Anxiety with Dr. Dave BaerDental Hygiene plays an important role in our over all health and well-being. Yet many of us have just a tad bit of anxiety when it comes to going to the dentist. On this episode of Healing Ties our guest is Dr. Dave Baer from the Pueblo Dental Surgery Center in Pueblo, Colorado. Dr. Baer's soothing style will put you at complete ease as he explains how new trends in dental care, including IV sedation, helps remove our anxiety for better dental care. Listen in and learn how Dr. Baer and his staff are creating Healing Ties all around...
2018-11-1622 min
Healing TiesMaking Room In The MarginsOn this episode of Healing Ties, I have the pleasure of visiting with writer and journalist, Michelle Seitzer. Passionate about care, Michelle writes about caregiving and lives the caregiving life too. She's a co-moderator for the once weekly #CareChat, cares for her daughter with special needs, and helped care for her beloved grandparents, who passed away in 2009 and 2017. Listen in and learn how Michelle is making room in the margins while creating Healing Ties all around us!
2018-11-1032 min
Healing TiesHelping People Through TransitionsLaura Boedges is an experienced wealth manager, Certified Financial Planner and Certified Divorce Financial Analyst, who, as a divorcee herself, dedicates a large portion of her time to working with women and men in transition. She is also a Caregiver! Listen in and learn how Laura Boedges is creating Healing Ties all around us!
2018-11-0433 min
Healing TiesAlz You NeedLeda Rosenthal is a 22-year-old caregiver and entrepreneur dedicated to making life-enhancing technologies accessible to caregivers and their loved ones. Leda became passionate about innovative caregiving methods when her mother was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease during her first year at Colgate University. As the Founder & CEO of Alz You Need, Leda has both built and used dementia assistive technology, now it is her mission to share it with others. Listen in and learn how Leda Rosenthal is creating Healing Ties all around us!
2018-11-0125 min
Healing TiesMemoryWell with Jay Newton-SmallJay Newton-Small is the founder of MemoryWell, a national network of more than 500 journalists who tell the life stories of those living with Alzheimer’s and dementia in order to improve their care. MemoryWell grew out of Jay's experience with her father, who was living with Alzheimer's disease. Our network of more than 500 professional writers works with families, senior living communities and home care providers to replace burdensome intake questionnaires with brief, intimate stories which build empathy and are poignant keepsakes for families. Listen in and learn how Jay Newton-Small and the entire staff at MemoryWell are creating Healing Ti...
2018-10-1227 min
Healing TiesThe Caregiver's Tool Box with Ryan McEniffTwo Irishman came into a bar...NO! Two Irishmen joined together on a podcast to talk about something that they are both passionate about...Caregiving! My guest on this episode of Healing Ties is Ryan McNniff. Ryan is owner of Minute Women Home Health and the host of The Caregiver's Toolbox podcast and has quite a story to share about his personal journey into caregiving and home health. Listen in and learn how Ryan is creating Healing Ties all around us!
2018-09-2732 min
Healing TiesShifting Careers for the Right CauseAs corporate finance attorney and raising two children of her own, Catherine Hodder was thrusts in the role as family caregiver for her father after he suffered a series of mini-strokes. Suddenly balancing a career, raising children, and taking care of her father, Catherine joined millions of Americans in the Sandwich Generation. Through her experience as a caregiver, Catherine shifted her focus from corporate finance to estate planning and helps guide family caregivers along their journey of caregiving. Listen in and learn about Catherine’s new book, Estate Planning for the Sandwich Generation: How to help Your Parents and Pr...
2018-09-2429 min
Healing TiesThe Art of Self Care Through Mindfulness with Janet FoutsJanet Fouts has been an entrepreneur for over 20 years and a caregiver for her partner, diagnosed with stage 4 breast cancer 12 years ago. The combination left her burning the candle at both ends; burnout comes quickly and stays. Over time, Janet discovered how to use mindfulness to reduces stress and anxiety. Now Janet brings what she has learned to other caregivers, through book "When Life Hit's The Fan - A mindful guide to Caring For Yourself While Caregiver for Others" sot that caregivers can be their best selves and take good care of themselves, too. Listen in and learn how...
2018-08-2932 min
Healing TiesCarePredict with Jerry WilminkWhile in the midst of caregiving we are all looking for the one tool that will make our caregiving day just a little less worrisome. And with technology changing the way we live at an alarming rate, what if the two collided? On this episode of Healing Ties, my guest is Jerry Wilmink from CarePredict. CarePredict is changing the way we care so caregivers can worry less, while catching indicators that impact care. Listen in and learn how Jerry Wilmink and the entire team at Care Predict are creating Healing Ties all around us!
2018-08-2334 min
Healing TiesHer Spirit DancesPeople often think of the elderly when discussing caregiving and end of life. But there are parents, who give birth to a child, discovering their precious child will need lifelong care and have challenges they were not expecting. This sets us off on a journey we never imagined and often feels isolating and frightening. There are countless families and individuals living with extra challenges. On this episode of Healing Ties we visit with Lois Swope, as she shares her story of caring for her daughter Karly who was born with Rett syndrome; Karly blog, music and story continues to...
2018-07-0831 min
Healing TiesDementia SucksTracey Lawrence is a serial caregiver who survived helping both of her parents through their illness with love, compassion and humor. Tracey shares her insights with readers through her ground-breaking book, "Dementia Sucks", and through her family coaching practice, Grand Family Planning. Having been through caregiving both of her parents who each had different types of dementia, Tracey turned her experience into a platform for helping others so they will not have to walk the caregiver road alone. Listen in and learn how Tracey Lawrence is creating Healing Ties all around us!
2018-07-0439 min
Healing TiesMy Dad Got SickAs a full-time photographer from Canada, Jay Perry has traveled the country and beyond to capture the moments and memories that matter. Then "My Dad Got Sick" and in 2013 I decided to pretty much give up my life to take care of my dad full time. Jay believes his time with his Dad was "way more valuable than money". Listen in and learn how Jay Perry is creating "Healing Ties" all around us.!
2018-07-0128 min
Healing TiesEmbrace Your BoulderOn February 19, 2016, a group of tourist were frolicking in the waters of Colombia, South America. The merriment was interrupted when a boulder came crashing down on top of them. All but one made it to safety - her name is Schuyler. On this episode of Healing Ties, we visit with Schuyer's mother, best selling author of THE SKY IS THE LIMIT and international motivational speaker Meridith Alexander. Meridith and Schuyler story has impacted thousands upon thousands! Listen in and learn how Meridith and Schuyler are creating Healing Ties by turning a boulder into a water fall.
2018-06-2131 min
Healing TiesIt's About Hospitality: Jack's Caregiver CoalitionAs consumers we often measure our stratification through the lens of hospitality and service. How many times have you said... "The hospitality was great and the service was even better, I'll definitely go back again." Until today, I've never, EVER heard the word Hospitality and Caregiving intertwined and I must say, these two actions together are a prefect fit. On this episode of Healing Ties, we visit with Kyle Woody from Jack's Caregiving Coalition. " Jack's Caregiving Coalition mission is "To improve the way men think, feel, and act in their role as a cancer caregiver." The...
2018-06-1035 min
Healing TiesFor Medication Management its Memo24Memo24 is a voice reminder and alert system intended for medication intake compliance and adherence. By improving medication adherence, we can avoid serious health complications, improve patients' independence and overall quality of life, and reduce healthcare systems' costs due to medication non-compliance. Memo24 is non-intrusive and simple and easy to set up through their web dashboard. The service allows, given a set schedule, to automatically place a phone call and play a previously recorded or typed message to the callee. Memo24 helps takes the worry out of medication management Listen in and learn how Hichem Boudali and Memo 24...
2018-06-0423 min
Healing TiesEsophageal Cancer is Hard to SwallowPat Hurley and her late husband Bill recounted through poetry - in real time - their individual perspectives as caregivers and patient through esophageal cancer. With 28 poems written by the caregiver and care-receive,r Pat Hurley's book, Hard to Swallow, takes readers on a real-life caregiving journey about how writing poetry helped her and her late husband Bill Hurley navigate the challenges of newly married life after his diagnosis of esophageal cancer. Listen in and learn how Pat Hurley is creating Healing Ties all around us!
2018-05-3127 min
Healing TiesCaregiving Is No Piece of CakeAuthor CJ Golden returns for an encore appearance on Healing Ties where we learn that having the correct recipe while in the midst of Caregiving will go a long way improving everyone taste. Listen in and learn how CJ Golden is creating Healing Ties all around us!
2018-05-2430 min
Healing TiesNine Critical Tips For Caregivers with Author Christopher ChaneyChristopher Chaney is the award winning author of Mama Peaches. Christoper shares his wit and wisdom for worn-out caregivers with his nine critical tips for caregivers. Listen in and learn how Christopher Chaney is creating Healing Ties all around us!
2017-03-2437 min
Healing TiesAuthors Spotlight: Mama Peaches and MeCombining his personal stories and no-nonsense advice with a healthy dose of humor,Christopher Chaney writes about what it means to love and care for an aging parent. With a mixture of humor, scripture and timely caregiving tips, Mama Peaches and Me is like having a close friend to support those caring for an aging parent, disabled spouse and other loved ones. Listen in and learn how Christopher Chaney is creating Healing Ties all around us!
2017-02-1632 min
Healing TiesLet's Talk About Facing Caregiving FearsWhat' fears do you face while in the midst of Caregiving? Denise Brown from Caregiving.com and Chris MacLellan, talk about facing a caregiving fear and how to manage fears that impact our day. About ChrisChris is the author of “What’s the Deal with Caregiving?” and the host of “Healing Ties,” a weekly radio show. You can learn more about his work on his website, www.thebowtieguy.com.About DeniseDenise, founder of CareGiving.com, coaches family caregivers before, during and after caregiving. She's the author of "The Caregiving Years, Six Stages to...
2016-10-3130 min
Healing TiesAuthor's Spotlight: 365 Caregiving Tips for Everyday CaregiversCaregiving involves caring for others, giving our time, pushing ourselves to the limit, advocating, learning and loving. Many times it also involves sharing.Five caregivers, Pegi Foulkrod, Gincy Heins, Trish Hughes Kreis, Richard Kries and Kathy Lowrey got together and decided to share their collective wisdom with other caregivers. We all started, knowing just about nothing about caregiving but we learned “on the job” and by talking, laughing, crying and sharing with each other. 365 Caregiving Tips: Practical Tips from Everyday Caregivers is the beginning of a series of books created with the intent of helpi...
2016-04-3034 min
Healing TiesLGBT Caregiving: Is There A DifferenceIs there a difference for LGBT Seniors and their Caregivers? We will find out on this episode of Healing Ties, as we visit with Serena Worthington, Director of National Field Initiatives at SAGE USA. Serena is a veteran in aging services and is an expert on LGBT Aging issues.LGBT Seniors are often characterized as one of most undeserved communities in our Nation. Through the tremendous work of SAGE USA (Services & Advocacy for Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual & Transgender Elders) LGBT Seniors do have a voice. Listen in and learn how Serena and SAGE USA are creating...
2016-04-2633 min
Healing TiesLGBT Caregiving: Is There A Difference?Is there a difference for LGBT Seniors and their Caregivers? We will find out on this episode of Healing Ties, as we visit with Serena Worthington, Director of National Field Initiatives at SAGE USA. Serena is a veteran in aging services and is an expert on LGBT Aging issues.LGBT Seniors are often characterized as one of most undeserved communities in our Nation. Through the tremendous work of SAGE USA (Services & Advocacy for Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual & Transgender Elders) LGBT Seniors do have a voice. Listen in and learn how Serena and SAGE USA are creating Healing Ties...
2016-04-2532 min
Healing TiesAuthor's Spotlight with Bruce McIntyre Parkinson PositiveBruce McIntyre serves as the Executive Director of the Parkinson Foundation of Oklahoma. He is the author of Parkinson Positive, Graceful Transitions, and Resilient Life. As a caregiver for his wife for the past 11 years, Bruce understands the world of chronic illness and caregiving. He has led the Caregiver Fundamentals Project in Oklahoma City and served caregivers as a business, church, and non-profit leader. Bruce shares his expert guidance and warm humor with thousands of people each year and we are pleased to have Bruce join us for another episode of The Bow Tie Guy's Author's Spotlight. ...
2016-04-1933 min
Healing TiesAuthors Spotlight with Bruce McIntyre Parkinson Positive A Prescription for HopeJoin Chris MacLellan, "The Bow Tie Guy" for a friendly and informative conversation with author Bruce McIntrye. Bruce serves as the Executive Director of the Parkinson Foundation of Oklahoma. He is the author of Parkinson Positive, Graceful Transitions, and Resilient Life. As a caregiver for his wife for the past 11 years, Bruce understands the world of chronic illness and caregiving. He has led the Caregiver Fundamentals Project in Oklahoma City and served caregivers as a business, church, and non-profit leader. Bruce shares his expert guidance and warm humor with thousands of people each year and we are ple...
2016-04-1832 min
Caught Between Generations - Merle Griff, PhDCaught Between Generations – “What’s the Deal with Caregiving? With author Christopher MacLellanAffectionately known as “The Bow Tie Guy” Chris cared for his partner for over 10 years as he struggled with cancer. Chris describes caregiving as a journey filled with “riders” and “hitchhikers”. Learn the advantages of taking the “scenic route” and developing a personal plan of care. Chris has a weekly radio show, Healing Ties, and a caregiver blog entitled, The Purple Jacket.
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2016-01-1828 min
Healing TiesWe Have High Hopes with former Caregivers Jan Brent and Merrille MacLellanSometimes the best conversation you have with friends is those when you sit around the kitchen table and just chat! Nothing fancy, nothing special, just a conversation around the kitchen table with two former Caregivers, Jan Brent and Merrille MacLellan (my sister) as we talk about having High Hopes after Caregiving ends
2016-01-0741 min
Healing TiesSeniors And Substance Abuse Substance abuse is an issue that is not often talked about as it relates to our Senior Community. Join Chris MacLellan 'The Bow-Tie-Guy' on Tuesday October 30th at 1:00 pm (est) for 'Be A Healthy Caregiver' with special guest Patrick Cavnaugh from the Prevention Program at Broward County Elderly and Veterans Services. The Prevention program is directed at older adults 55 and above. Some are at risk elders, primarily those experiencing mental health or emotional problems, including caregivers. Mr. Cavanaugh interacts and / or provides direct services to older adults in an effort to comprehensively address older adult substance abuse in an...
2012-10-3030 min
Healing TiesProducts For All Your Caregiving NeedsProducts, Products, Products: so many to choose from, so little time! On Tuesday's 'Be A Healthy Caregver' show, Chris MacLellan, "The Bow-Tie-Guy welcomes Jeff Luckey from BioReleif.com . Jeff will help us sort out all the essential products for Caregivers and their caree's needs. Jeff has a terrific website with plenty of new and cutting edge products to help make our Caregiving day's better! We'll be taking questions from our listeners during our show, so join us on Tuesday October 23rd at 1:00pm on Blog Talk Radio
2012-10-2331 min