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Happy Healthy CaregiverSisterpower! Meet Elizabeth’s sisters Susie Morrell and Anne WoodburyIn this milestone 200th episode of the Happy Healthy Caregiver podcast, I’m thrilled to share something extra special with you—I’m introducing two amazing people who mean the world to me: my sisters! You may already be familiar with my older sister, Susie Morrell, who was our mom’s primary caregiver for many years and has been featured on two previous episodes. However, this is the first time you’ll meet my younger sister, Anne Woodbury, who has also been a part of our caregiving journey.
Together, we’ll reflect on our upbringing...
2025-03-121h 03
Happy Healthy CaregiverCreating Care Community with Kitty NortonKitty Norton left her job as an NBC assistant editor in Los Angeles in 2016, for her hometown of Portland, Oregon, to walk, stumble, crawl with her dementia mother to death’s door. While doing so, she authored the dementia caregiver blog Stumped Town Dementia, writing tales of dementia life which resonated deeply with readers around the world. After her mother's death, Kitty turned her storytelling talents to creating and directing the dementia family caregiver documentary, WINE, WOMEN, & DEMENTIA. The film honors this journey with her mother, increases awareness of the caregivers side of the equation in dementia, and celebrates fa...
2025-02-1259 min
Happy Healthy CaregiverBoomerang Care with Heather HendersonHeather Henderson is what I’m calling a boomerang family caregiver since she has moved in with her mom to be her primary caregiver at various times in her life. Heather initially became a primary caregiver overnight in 2003 when her parents were in a fatal car accident - her dad did not survive, and her mom was seriously injured. She moved home to care for mom until she was fully recovered. Fifteen years later, Heather became her mom’s primary caregiver again and moved back in with her while working two jobs.
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2025-01-2949 min
Cobb Fathers Podcast hosted by Jason and TedwardEpisode 3 - Guest Elizabeth MillerEpisode 3 features Elizabeth Miller, a caregiver advocate and professional speaker. We discuss her professional career in detail. and some personal things. Tedward and I discuss the NFL playoffs, the College Football Championship game, and our famous snack review. Please share with any of your friends and family.
2025-01-241h 03
Happy Healthy CaregiverForever Caregiving with Kelley ColemanKelley Coleman is a California mom to two amazing boys and full-time caregiver for her son with multiple disabilities. She is a feature film development executive turned author and advocate for parent caregivers and individuals with disabilities. Her book draws upon over a decade of experience parenting a child with multiple disabilities
In this episode of the Happy Healthy Caregiver podcast we talk about why Kelley treats caregiving like a job, the advantages of not having a formal diagnosis for her son, how to secure the right insurance case manager, the unexpected gifts from...
2025-01-1559 min
Happy Healthy CaregiverHelping Hands for Caregivers with Paige WilsonAfter struggling with the demands of caring for her aging mother, Paige Wilson made a bold move, leaving her corporate career and becoming an entrepreneur with a big idea to help family caregivers.
In this episode of the Happy Healthy Caregiver podcast, we learn about her disruptive care solution that utilizes technology to harness the strength of community. We also discuss normalizing asking for help, the longevity economy, downsizing possessions, and the self-care comfort of a McDonald’s diet coke.
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2024-11-2055 min
Happy Healthy CaregiverImprovised Care with Jennifer Cain BirkmoseJennifer Cain Birkmose is a sandwich generation caregiver, juggling the responsibilities of caring for loved ones in two different countries and life stages, while employing two distinct caregiving styles. She is also an improv comedian and instructor, with over 25 years of experience in the healthcare industry.
In this episode of the Happy Healthy Caregiver podcast, we explore how Jennifer integrates her professional skills into her challenging daily caregiving routine. We also delve into her digital eldercare platform, which provides trusted services to ‘olders’ in Illinois, and discuss her all-star care team that, despite their expe...
2024-11-0659 min
Happy Healthy CaregiverEmployee Resource Groups with Gene LanzoniGene Lanzoni's life centers around caregiving, both at home and at work. As an only child, Gene and his wife of over 30 years, Elizabeth, took on the responsibility of caring for his aging parents. Professionally, Gene leads the development of thought leadership research and produces content on caregiver trends. He is also a co-lead and founding member of a caregiver-focused employee resource group (ERG).
In this episode of the Happy Healthy Caregiver podcast, we discuss the origins of the ERG and the numerous benefits it offers to both employers and employees. And, we explore...
2024-10-2358 min
Happy Healthy CaregiverSupporting Caregiving Mothers with Jessica PatayJessica Patay, a reformed perfectionist and dedicated caregiving mother, provides compassionate support and resources to other moms caring for children with disabilities or unique needs.
In this episode of the Happy Healthy Caregiver podcast, Jessica shares how she manages and supports her son Ryan, who has a rare genetic condition called Prader-Willi syndrome, while maintaining her own well-being. We discussed helpful and unhelpful language from friends and family and explore the various ways caregiving mothers can find support through Jessica's community, book, podcast, and retreats. Jessica also highlights the difference between self-care and self-comfort.
2024-10-0955 min
Happy Healthy CaregiverMy Caregiving Mission with Mark WilsonIn this episode of the Happy Healthy Caregiver podcast, meet Mark Wilson, a former senior leader at Taco Bell with a focus on organization and people development. After retiring early to care for his mom, who lived with mixed dementia, Mark embraced the role of a 'Care Leader.' Combining his corporate HR skills with his caregiving journey, he developed a dedicated care mission, hired and retained top-notch professional caregivers, and became a passionate learner about dementia care.
In this episode, we also delve into Mark's new missions since his caregiving duties have ended...
2024-09-2558 min
Happy Healthy CaregiverCaregiver Recovery with Christina KeysChristina Keys was living the American dream until one day in March of 2013, her mom had a life-changing stroke. Within 3 years of caregiving for her mom Pat, Christina was financially, emotionally, and mentally bankrupt. Her doctors told her that the stress of caregiving was literally killing her. Christina took action to make a different choice and turned her caregiving co-dependent mess into a message.
In this episode of the Happy Healthy Caregiver podcast, Christina shares a few of her priceless caregiving stories, reveals her first act of self-care, explains how she redefined normal, and...
2024-09-1154 min
Happy Healthy CaregiverStop Judging with Sabrina OrtolanoSabrina Ortolano has been a caregiver for her wife, Cyndi, since 2014 when she was diagnosed with a rare form of brain cancer. In this episode of the Happy Healthy Caregiver podcast, Sabrina and I talk about her identity crisis that sprouted from caregiving, the importance of body work, fundraising for brain surgery, asking for the right help, and managing judgment from others and unsolicited advice.
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2024-08-281h 00
Happy Healthy CaregiverMusic Changes People with Anthony CirilloAnthony Cirillo cared for several family member and these experiences prompted him to focus his professional career on helping older adults and advocating for seniors and their caregivers through singing, speaking, consulting and writing.
In this episode of the Happy Healthy Caregiver podcast, we learn about Anthony’s new legacy project and product called Sage Stream which provides social engagement and entertainment for seniors using music. We also chat about everything else; from laughter and social prescriptions, to hospice and compound grief.
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2024-08-1452 min
Happy Healthy CaregiverCaring for Dad with Steve GuttenbergSteve Guttenberg is a beloved Hollywood actor, known for his role in films including Diner, Police Academy, Short Circuit, Three Men and a Baby, Cocoon, and television shows including Ballers and Veronica Mars. We have enjoyed Steve Guttenberg in many roles and now I’d like to spotlight maybe the role that was the most difficult for Steve – the role of family caregiver to his dad and hero, Stanley. Steve wrote about his care experience while reflecting on his childhood and Hollywood career in his new book, Time to Thank.
We learn about why Stev...
2024-07-3129 min
Happy Healthy CaregiverAging in Place with Vinnie VenugopalVinnie Venugopal cared for his father and is a Certified Aging In Place Specialist with a passion for entrepreneurship and building solutions.
In this episode of the Happy Healthy Caregiver podcast, Vinnie shares how a 2-week vacation to India with his parents turned into an 8-week caregiving nightmare. Then, when his family was able to return home more attention was needed to help his dad age in place. We also talk about the small changes online and brick and mortar businesses and home builders can do to serve a growing older adult community. And...
2024-07-1750 min
Happy Healthy CaregiverOrganizing the Copious Care Data with Tara RossTara Ross brings a wealth of personal experience and unwavering support to fellow caregivers, drawing from more than a decade of caregiving roles. Having navigated the complexities of caring for a veteran, her in-laws, and balancing the needs of young children and pets, Tara intimately understands the challenges caregivers face.
In this episode of the Happy Healthy Caregiver podcast, Tara shares her journey of overcoming caregiver burnout and implementing strategies to prevent future exhaustion. She also discusses how her own caregiving journey inspired her to develop innovative products to assist other caregivers. And, Tara...
2024-07-0352 min
Happy Healthy CaregiverExploring Alzheimer’s Treatments with Dr. Zahydie Burgos RibotDr. Zahydie L. Burgos Ribot cares for her husband, Francisco, also known as Paco, who is living with Young Onset Familial Alzheimer's Disease.
In this episode, Zahydie and Paco share their caregiving journey. They talk about how they took time to understand and cope with Paco's diagnosis and process their feelings of grief before telling others. They also discuss Paco's treatment, including E2814 therapy and Leqembi medication, which help slow down Paco’s Alzheimer’s. And they talk about how they focus on living each day with intention and are enjoying crossing off things from...
2024-06-1959 min
Happy Healthy CaregiverManaging Falls with Steve Powell - Caregiver SpotlightSteve Powell cared for both of his parents as their health and mobility declined. His experiences mitigating many falls for his parents, prompted his invention of a device designed to lift individuals safely and comfortably off the floor.
In this episode, Steve and I chat about aging in place, fall prevention, perfectionism, and why he has the well-deserved nickname of ‘The Singing Wine Maker.’
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2024-06-0543 min
Happy Healthy CaregiverTalking to Kids about Dementia with Alder Allensworth - Caregiver SpotlightAlder Allensworth cared for her mother who had Alzheimer’s and her father who had vascular dementia. Alder’s inspiration to co-create a children’s tool kit for families came from watching her mother interact with her grandchildren.
In this episode of the Happy Healthy Caregiver podcast, we talk about the resources Alder and her friend Brenda created to help children better understand dementia. Alder shares the benefits of having structure in our days, how a continuing care retirement community was the right fit for her parents for a while, how FMLA allowed her to be...
2024-05-2259 min
Happy Healthy CaregiverSpeak Your Truth with Allison Breininger - Caregiver SpotlightAllison Breininger has an MA in Education and spent twenty years in the realm of education. At 31, she became a caregiver for her husband, Sean, when he was diagnosed with the rare genetic disease Fanconi Anemia. She has been by his side through countless treatments and experienced firsthand that caregivers are in what she calls ‘the negative space’: vital yet overlooked and unsupported.
In this episode, Allison shares why caregivers are part of the story and need to be recognized, why the oxygen mask analogy falls short, what tried and true tools help her in h...
2024-05-0856 min
Happy Healthy CaregiverMessy Caregiving with Sisters Natalie and JJ - Caregiver SpotlightNatalie Elliott Handy and JJ Elliott Hill are sisters. Together, along with a third sister Emilie, they manage care for their mom who is living with Parkinson’s disease. Natalie is also a caregiver for her spouse, Jason, who receives palliative care to help navigate his cancer journey.
In this episode, we discuss all the total messiness around family caregiving. We talk about letting go of perfectionism, getting access to your parent’s finances, the benefits of palliative care, and they both confess their guilty pleasures.
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2024-04-2456 min
Happy Healthy CaregiverHope for Caregivers with Peter Rosenberger - Caregiver SpotlightMeet Peter Rosenberger who has been a family caregiver for over 38 years for a spouse with severe disabilities. Peter is fluent in the language of caregiver and has navigated a medical nightmare that has mushroomed to 85+ major operations—including the amputation of both of his wife Gracie’s legs below the knee.
In this episode, Peter recounts his experience attempting to admit himself to a mental hospital, discusses why caregiving shouldn't hinder us from embracing life, shares his strategies for finding moments of stillness and pursuing energizing hobbies, and outlines the ways he spreads hope...
2024-04-1059 min
Happy Healthy CaregiverPaying for Long Term Care with Jason van den Brand - Caregiver SpotlightMeet family caregiver Jason van den Brand who managed end-of-life care for his grandmother and father over an eight-year span. This experience led him to start his own company, Wellahead, which helps families get matched with the best way to pay for long term care.
In this episode we talk about how Jason managed care from a 3,000 mile distance, how his family paid for long term care for his family members, why millions of dollars in veterans benefits for care goes unused, why you shouldn’t wait to use long term care insurance, what to...
2024-03-2759 min
Happy Healthy CaregiverEmbracing Vulnerability with Nicole Will - Caregiver SpotlightNicole Will cared for her grandma Betty and has dedicated her career to enhancing the well-being of older adults, their families, and healthcare professionals. Nicole's approach blends heartfelt advocacy with strategic innovation, making her a sought-after voice in the care economy.
In this episode we discuss how vulnerability instigates change in our lives and in the care economy, tips for those looking into senior living options, the hope that is being delivered from agetech initiatives, healthy grab and go meal replacements, and why living with your grandma as a teenager comes with mixed emotions.
2024-03-1359 min
Happy Healthy CaregiverRemote and Long-Distance Caregiving with Paula Muller - Caregiver SpotlightPaula Muller helped care for her grandmother and has a lifelong passion for technology applied to healthcare. Paula grew up in Chile and was very close to her grandmother and remains close to her mother. Her passions for family and technology came together in her product that we learn about called CareLink360.
In this episode we discuss the caregiver guilt that comes with living from a distance from those requiring care, ideas to create connection with verbal and non-verbal care recipients, methods to infuse joy and energy into life, and ways technology can be a part of...
2024-02-2854 min
Happy Healthy CaregiverShifting Family Roles with Edla Prevette - Caregiver SpotlightEdla Prevette is a mental health counselor who cared for both of her parents. Edla’s professional and personal care experiences are being poured into a program she has developed for adult children of aging parents. In this episode, Edla shares ways in which you can increase cooperation and decrease conflict, ideas for a caregiver’s to find their safe place, tips for handling different personality temperaments, and how to incorporate ‘exercise snacks’ into your day.
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2024-02-1457 min
Happy Healthy CaregiverCreative Care with Loretta Veney - Caregiver SpotlightLoretta Woodward Veney cared for her mom Doris who lived with dementia as well as for her aunt, sister, and husband. Loretta’s care experiences prompted her to write a few books, become a trained LEGO Serious Play facilitator, and inspire others through her speaking events and engaging workshops.
In this episode we talk about and how creative play with Legos can help care partners connect and remain calm, why identifying those in your care village is critical to your success, the financial strains of caregiving and frustrations around the Medicaid Waiver process, how he...
2024-01-3159 min
Happy Healthy CaregiverSupporting Adult Children of Aging Parents with Frances Hall - Caregiver SpotlightFrances Hall is the founder and executive director of ACAP, Adult Children of Aging Parents, a nationally unique nonprofit organization that she founded when she was the caregiver for her mother. In 2012, Frances began offering monthly educational programs for her fellow faculty and university staff and then for her broader North Carolina community. Since then, ACAP has grown to nine chapters in four states and continues to grow.
In this episode, learn what makes the ACAP Community different from a typical support group, how Frances gave herself grace while caregiving, and how journaling was...
2024-01-1748 min
Happy Healthy CaregiverNew Perspectives from Caregiving with Matt Perrin - Caregiver SpotlightMatt Perrin spent eight and a half years surrounded by dementia as a member of the sandwich generation. He was caring for his mother, Rosemary, who was living with Alzheimer's Disease. And simultaneously helping his wife Lindsay care for her father, Steve, who was living with Lewy Body Dementia. Steve lived in Matt and Lindsay’s home with their three girls and dog. Matt's lived experience gave him a new professional purpose and unlocked a passion for creating that he never knew he had. He found solace in writing and continued his practice with his popular weekly email series....
2023-11-1558 min
Happy Healthy CaregiverBalancing Career and CaregivingI thought it fitting to publish this episode during November, which is National Family Caregivers Month, and this year’s theme is #caregiversconnect. A great theme since, on this show, we are about creating a connective community of family caregivers and connecting (or I say fast-tracking) you to the help and support you need, crave, or don’t even know about.
I have a relentless passion for seeing and helping family caregivers. When I started Happy Healthy Caregiver, I had a clear mission of providing support and resources to family caregivers, and I wanted to do this full...
2023-11-0156 min
Happy Healthy CaregiverHealing Powers of Nature with Lisa Nigro - Caregiver SpotlightLisa Nigro describes herself as an ordinary woman with an extraordinary spirit. Before becoming a full-time caregiver in 2015, she was a community activist serving the poor, and undervalued living in Chicago. Currently, she is the full-time caregiver of her adult son, Nick, who on October 31, 2015, suffered a heart attack at home from a virus and became brain injured and fully disabled. Lisa shares how she is thriving in this new season of life, even with its difficulties and challenges.
In this episode we discuss the parallels of Lisa working with the homeless and caring...
2023-10-1857 min
Happy Healthy CaregiverCreating Your Self-Care Team with Nikki Nurse - Caregiver SpotlightNikki Nurse inspires women to live their best lives. As a former family caregiver with 10+ years of practice, Nikki believes that real health and wellbeing come through tending to small moments - in the mundane of our everyday lives. In this episode, Nikki focuses on creating your care team to help you with your self-care and how technology plays a huge role.
We discuss how incorporating colors in design, fashion, and other small details can make colossal impacts. Nikki shares her story of how she got ‘lost in the caregiving sauce’ and how, with inte...
2023-10-041h 03
Happy Healthy CaregiverNavigating Caregiving Resources with Alyse Dunn - Caregiver SpotlightAlyse Dunn and her sister were young adults when they cared for their parents. Alyse’s caregiving experience prompted her to start a business to help family caregivers. In this episode, we talk about the racial nuances Alyse encountered while caregiving, what she would change in the care space if she had a magic wand, and how caregivers can fast-track to the resources they may not even know they need.
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2023-09-2052 min
Happy Healthy CaregiverOvercoming Your Limiting Beliefs with Debbie Weiss - Caregiver SpotlightDebbie Weiss cared for her father, her husband, and currently cares for her adult son. Debbie is an expert in chasing your own dreams despite your circumstances. She is a fellow author, podcaster, and entrepreneur.
In this episode, we dive into the steps Debbie took and is still taking to overcome her limiting beliefs and fears. You’ll be amazed at what has transpired since Debbie decided to stop ‘sleepwalking through her life’ and put herself in the driver's seat of living her life without regret. You’ll also learn about pickleball, what Debbie calls he...
2023-09-061h 03
Happy Healthy CaregiverHealthy, Shame-Free Boundaries with Karen Anderson - Caregiver SpotlightKaren C.L. Anderson was the chosen family member to be the legal guardian for her grandmother. This decision surprised Karen because her mother and mom’s siblings were also options. Karen shares her caregiving story and how it has informed her life’s work. She is a master-certified life coach and author helping adult daughters with difficult mothers take care of themselves in that relationship.
In this episode, we go deep into setting healthy boundaries and creating an intentional identity. We discuss when estrangement may be the right option, how to break unhealthy cycl...
2023-08-2359 min
Happy Healthy CaregiverUnpacking Family Expectations with Lynn Abaté-Johnson - Caregiver SpotlightLynn Abaté-Johnson understands the typhoon of emotions and responsibilities that come with caring for a loved one. For over six years, Lynn was the primary caregiver for her mother. Lynn says she discovered how to blossom through (and after) caregiving rather than let it drown her. Now she helps other family caregivers by giving them the emotional and logistical support they need.
In this episode, Lynn and I chat about grief relief, matriarchy expectations, unexpected respite, and online journals to help streamline communication surrounding a health journey.
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2023-08-0954 min
Happy Healthy CaregiverA Nomad Caregiving Life of Traveling and Running with Anthony Copeland-Parker - Caregiver SpotlightA Nomad Caregiving Life of Traveling and Running with Anthony Copeland-Parker
Anthony Copeland-Parker cares for his partner Catherine, who was diagnosed with Early Onset Alzheimer’s ten years ago. Before becoming a family caregiver for Cat, Anthony who goes by Tony was a professional pilot for thirty-seven years, much of his career with United Parcel Service. When he retired, he started writing his blog called Running With Cat. Up until recently, they lived as nomads and completed marathons and half marathons while exploring 82 countries across all 7 continents!
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2023-07-2659 min
Happy Healthy CaregiverAddressing the Taboo Family Topics with Isabel Melgarejo - Caregiver SpotlightAt 20 years old, Isabel Melgarejo became a family caregiver when her dad passed, and her mom fell into depression. For years Isabel has helped her mom in what she needed. As a project manager in her profession, Isabel learned the power of proactive planning. She now applies this practice to all life’s events.
In this episode, Isabel and I chat about why she became curious about her feelings and what action she took to address her needs. We also talked about the awkward long term care conversations with her mom and how she he...
2023-07-121h 00
Happy Healthy CaregiverLiving Bold While Caregiving with Belva Denmark Tibbs - Caregiver SpotlightBelva Denmark Tibbs is a primary caregiver for her husband, Mark, and a support caregiver for her parents. While she may have departed her career as a senior healthcare executive, she is far from what others think of as retired. Belva serves on several community organizations and boards, including the Benjamin Rose Institute on Aging. She is passionate about mindset, aging well, and educating others.
In this episode, Belva and I discuss a gamut of topics including invisible caregiving labor, conquering fear, pros and cons of Chat GBT (artificial intelligence), and establishing boundaries. You’ll...
2023-06-281h 03
Happy Healthy CaregiverBalancing Life as a Young Carer with Ashley Bendiksen - Caregiver SpotlightAshley Bendiksen cared for her mom who developed early onset Alzheimer’s. She chronicled her 8 year caregiving journey in her memoir The Language of Time which originated from her personal journals. Ashley served as Chairwoman of her local Walk to End Alzheimer's where nearly $500K was raised for Alzheimer's research. She also testified for the successful passage of a law in her home state of Massachusetts. Ashley is also passionate about additional topics. She is a national speaker on domestic and sexual violence prevention, resilience, and mental health.
In this episode we talk about ho...
2023-06-1449 min
Happy Healthy CaregiverRecovering From Burnout with Usha Tewari - Caregiver SpotlightUsha Tewari was born and raised in Orlando, Florida. She is a constituent advocate, and community engager with over 17 years of experience working for elected officials at the federal and local level. While working full-time, Usha was her mom's caregiver primary caregiver until December 2021 when her mom passed away from end stage dementia. In this episode, we talk about how videos helped correct mom’s diagnosis, how Usha managed to work full time while caring for her mom, what relieved her caregiver and grief burnout, and what Usha is doing about impacting positive changes in Florida, her South-Asian culture, an...
2023-05-3158 min
Happy Healthy CaregiverCaregiver Mental Wellness with Kris McCabeKris has been the full-time family caregiver for her Grams, Mary, since 2017. They started sharing their life and love as they navigate Alzheimer’s together on Instagram that same year. Now with nearly half a million followers on TikTok Kris continues to create connections with fellow caregivers while sharing the special bond she has with her Grandma during the progression of this disease. Leading with love, laughter & NY attitude!
In this episode, we dive into what a sole caregiving life looks like, share our dislike for internet trolls, explore what Kris would say to “new...
2023-05-1754 min
Happy Healthy CaregiverStaying Afloat While Caregiving with Matthew Cauli - Caregiver SpotlightMatthew Cauli became a full-time caregiver to his wife, Kanlaya, after she experienced two massive strokes and an ovarian cancer diagnosis. Matthew and his wife are in their thirties and raising their 6-year-old son Ty. In this episode, Matthew displays his dedication to keeping his family physically, emotionally, and financially afloat. We chatted about how his family’s life was turned upside0down, how he found therapy through social media channels, why he could no longer keep working while caregiving, and how the caregiving community has shown up for him in ways he didn’t anticipate.
2023-05-031h 00
Happy Healthy CaregiverCaregiving Secrets with Tena Scallan - Caregiver SpotlightTena Scallan cared for her parents and her uncle through hospitalizations and end of life events. She was introduced as a family caregiver very young when her mom was diagnosed with liver cancer. Later, Tena worked in healthcare where she developed her passion for supporting family caregivers and sharing her secrets. In this episode, Tena and I reveal secrets around squeezing in time for yourself, helping your care recipients bust boredom and grumpiness, staying organized, and finding the resources you need to be the ultimate caregiver.
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2023-04-1950 min
Happy Healthy CaregiverMassive Acceptance and Radical Presence with Sue Ryan - Caregiver SpotlightSue Ryan has been in roles of family caregiving for more than 40 years. Her mission is to empower individuals to maximize and accept the potential opportunities that change will bring. Sue moved from feeling frustrated, overwhelmed, and yes - sometimes frightened - to confident, balanced, and supported, navigating the transitions in her life, her care receivers, and those who support them on their journey. She shares what she has learned through her speaking, coaching, and writing.
In this episode, we talk about creating a caregiving friendly work environment, preparing for a natural disaster, strategies for guilt-free decision...
2023-04-0552 min
Happy Healthy CaregiverEverything You Want To Know About Hospice with Barbara Karnes - Caregiver SpotlightMost people run away from the topics of death and dying but Registered Nurse and family caregiver Barbara Karnes runs toward it. She’s a quoted expert in many national media publications and has been awarded the NHPCO Innovator award for her decades as an end-of-life educator. She is a pioneer in the hospice industry and the author of what is referred to as “the little blue hospice book”.
In this episode, we talk about all things related to hospice and end of life. We dispel the popular myths, define the terms, and discover why Barbara continues to make...
2023-03-2247 min
Happy Healthy CaregiverSeeking Sunshine in Cloudy Days with Sherrell D. Mims - Caregiver SpotlightIn this episode, meet Sherrell D. Mims. She is a family caregiver, registered nurse, entrepreneur, and author. Her passion is empowering caregivers worldwide. In this episode we talk about the importance of securing help in your community, sharing your story, being patient with yourself, seeking a good belly laugh, and proactively dealing with the cloudy days that come upon us.
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2023-03-0844 min
Happy Healthy CaregiverHelping Your Autistic Brother Create Purpose and Enjoy Independence with Tiffany Chou - Caregiver SpotlightIn 2019 Tiffany moved home to Maui, Hawaii to become primary caregiver to her adult brother Christian. Christian is now in his thirties and has been living with autism. Inspired by her brother's interest in jewelry and wanting to help him find a job, Tiffany created Depo Market, a retail business that provides jobs to other adults with disabilities like Chris.
In this episode, we chat about what made Tiffany relocate from NYC to Maui, how her partner created a personal living space for her brother Chris, what it’s like to balance care for a...
2023-02-2241 min
Happy Healthy CaregiverCaregiving Support From TikTok with Joe Vazquez - Caregiver SpotlightJoe Vazquez and his wife Laura live in Texas and have been married over 11 years. In February 2021, Laura suffered a traumatic and anoxic brain injury. With Laura’s freak garden accident, life as they knew it changed. Joe had to find his way as a family caregiver with zero care experience. In this episode, Joe shares his story and we discuss marital commitment, mental health therapy, FMLA benefits, and the role TikTok has played in his caregiving journey.
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2023-02-0852 min
Happy Healthy CaregiverOur Long Term Care Crisis with Susie Singer Carter - Caregiver SpotlightSusie Singer Carter cared for her mom Norma for 16 years until she passed away last July from Alzheimer’s disease. Susie is a multi-award-winning filmmaker, actor, and caregiver advocate. You can see all of these skills intertwine in her 2018 Oscar Qualified short film, “My Mom And The Girl” starring Valerie Harper in her final performance.
Susie also produces and hosts the Love Conquers Alz podcast and is the co-creator of the outrageous horror/comedy narrative podcast “I Love Lucifer”. She is currently producing a documentary, "No Country For Old People", which centers on long term care...
2023-01-2552 min
Happy Healthy CaregiverHemp Benefits with Inesa Ponomariovaite - Caregiver SpotlightInesa Ponomariovaite is a former family caregiver living in Chicago. She is also a holistic health professional and an expert on the benefits of hemp. Inesa is the founder of Nesas Hemp, a company providing full-spectrum CBDa Hemp Oil with preserved healing compounds. In this episode, we learn about Inesa’s caregiving stories, her self-care practices and how CBDa Hemp Oil can optimize your health and healing.
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2023-01-1152 min
Happy Healthy CaregiverMother and Son Chat About Caregiving and Self Care with Jacob MillerMeet my son Jacob at age 20. Jacob was eight when our caregiving season started. He’s witnessed a lot during his adolescent and young adult years…we reflect on this, share family memories. and talk about how caregiving may have influenced his life.
We also talk about how he coped with isolation during the pandemic, how he manages school stress, his plans for this summer, and why he decided to delete the TikTok app from his phone.
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2022-06-2939 min
Happy Healthy CaregiverElizabeth's Thoughts On Turning 50In this episode of the Happy Healthy Caregiver podcast, host Elizabeth Miller talks about her 50th milestone birthday. The big 5-0! She time travels a bit and walks you down memory lane. Elizabeth shares stories and highlights her proudest moments, aging fears, thoughts on getting older, plans for her 50th, and provides a few ways you can help her celebrate.
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2021-07-1457 min
Happy Healthy CaregiverLong Distance CaregivingIn this episode of the Happy Healthy Caregiver podcast, Elizabeth shares tips for long-distance caregivers who are supporting family members. Listen to this episode if you are a primary local family caregiver looking for more help or if you are a member of the long-distance care team requesting additional ways to support your loved ones.
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2021-05-0529 min
Happy Healthy CaregiverGrief & ResilienceIn this episode of the Happy Healthy Caregiver podcast, show host Elizabeth walks us through her loss experiences from this past year and ultimately realizes what was gained in this unusually emotionally draining year. 2020 is one we will never forget!
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2020-11-1835 min
Happy Healthy CaregiverSummer UpdateAn update from host Elizabeth Miller. Topics include: Covid19 pandemic happenings, mom's health decline, Michigan vacation, No Barriers Caregivers Retreat, and empty-nesting.
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2020-07-1527 min
Happy Healthy CaregiverSlammed in the Sandwich Generation - Breeda Miller Caregiver SpotlightIn this caregiver spotlight episode, meet ‘recovering caregiver’ Breeda Miller who cared for her mom from the independent living stage through home hospice. Like many, Breeda found herself in the sandwich generation. She was helping her Irish mom while working full time and raising her children, two with special needs. Listen to the show to find out how Breeda’s slam caregiving story went viral and learn what she is doing now to help caregivers carry on.
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2020-03-111h 02
Happy Healthy CaregiverCreating Your '20 for 2020' ListGet inspired to create your '20 for 2020' list of things which will make you happier and healthier! At the 4th annual National Caregiving Conference Elizabeth held an interactive breakout session sharing how as caregivers we can make 2020 a Delightfully Different Year. In this playback, you'll hear Elizabeth's recap of the progress she made on how her '19 for 2019' list and what ideas she is thinking may spark joy for her in 2020. We also hear many great ideas from the session attendees.
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2019-11-2738 min
Happy Healthy CaregiverFacing Your Fears and EmotionsOur personal fears and emotions can teach us a lot about ourselves and what we value. Processing our fears and emotions is healthy. Bottling them up can be detrimental. In this episode, Elizabeth shares some of her personal fears and ways she is learning to process her emotions. When we share our emotions with others we realize we aren't alone and there is power in numbers.
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2019-10-3027 min
Happy Healthy CaregiverStaying Present - Caregiver Spotlight Beth ScibienskiIn this caregiver spotlight episode, meet pastor Beth Scibienski who provided 14 years of care for her husband Pete who had Multiple Sclerosis. In this show, Beth shares a tip the helps her stay present and we also talk about why caregivers often struggle to truly answer the basic question ‘how are you?’. Elizabeth and Beth discuss a few stories from Beth’s memoir and talk about her latest project where she is diving into experiences where people have either spoken to dead people or felt their presence.
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2019-08-2159 min
Happy Healthy CaregiverTools to Prevent Caregiver Burnout (Ep. #71)In this episode, host Elizabeth Miller shares ten signs of caregiver burnout and provides resources for family caregivers to prevent or reverse burnout.
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2019-07-1021 min
Happy Healthy CaregiverMindfulness & MeditationIn this episode, host Elizabeth Miller shares about her struggles with meditation and mindfulness and what has been working to help this become a self-care habit. The benefits of meditation and other helpful resources are shared.
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2019-06-2629 min
Happy Healthy CaregiverUpdate on Mom & See you in 2019Elizabeth shares an update on what is happening health wise with her mom, her need for an extended break, and her plans to press pause on the Happy Healthy Caregiver podcast until 2019.
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2018-11-2112 min
Happy Healthy CaregiverHealthy Snacks for the Busy CaregiverFueling our bodies with healthy options can be a challenge when we don't plan ahead. In this episode, host Elizabeth Miller shares a dozen snack ideas for you and the whole family that are tasty and energizing. Many of these can be kept in your purse, car or at the office.
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2018-10-3122 min
Happy Healthy CaregiverDon't miss the National Caregiving ConferenceLearn why you want to attend the National Caregiving Conference either in person or virtually. Host Elizabeth Miller shares what she has gained at the conference the last two years and gives you a taste on what you can expect to see, do, and learn this year.
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2018-10-1729 min
Happy Healthy CaregiverBest Smartphone Apps for Family CaregiversIn this episode host Elizabeth Miller shares which smart phone apps have been helpful for her as a family caregiver. You've got them with you all the time. Your phone is essentially a caregiver toolbox that contains a variety of resources - from practical, to self-care to just plan fun.
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2018-10-0332 min
Happy Healthy CaregiverPets improve your health & happinessIn this episode host Elizabeth Miller shares how her Shih Tzu Shadow improves her health and happiness. Learn how pets truly help make our lives better.
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2018-09-1919 min
Happy Healthy CaregiverPrioritize your own health & happinessIn this episode, host Elizabeth Miller shares the steps she took to begin to be intentional about her self-care while caregiving. She breaks up the process into eight themes that she evolved into a 8 week action plan that is available for family caregivers in the Happy Healthy Caregiver Community (currently complimentary). She also shares about her writing journey and the book she is currently working on.
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2018-09-0536 min
Happy Healthy CaregiverQuitting Your Job to Care - Ryan McEniff Caregiver SpotlightIn this caregiver spotlight episode, meet Ryan McEniff who quit his job and moved states away to help his parents after his mom was diagnosed with cancer. His experiences with caregiving led to a career change - he now owns a home health care business. In this show, Ryan and host Elizabeth discuss coping with grief, podcasting, and finding the positives in a negative situation.
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2018-08-2939 min
Happy Healthy CaregiverHow to find a caregiver support groupSupport for caregivers is out there - you just have to know where and how to look. In this episode, host Elizabeth Miller shares 10 different paths where you can find support. Both in-person and online options are available.
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2018-08-2219 min
Happy Healthy CaregiverMy favorite services, products, and booksIn this episode, host Elizabeth Miller shares some of her favorite services, products and books that have helped her on her caregiving and self-care journey. She also shares products that have have helped her mom.
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2018-08-1526 min
Happy Healthy CaregiverHow we celebrated dad's lifeIn this episode, host Elizabeth Miller shares about the final week of her dad's life on Earth. She shares about her family's experience with hospice and the steps her family took to celebrate her dad's life in his presence.
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2018-07-2525 min
Happy Healthy CaregiverGrab & Go Breakfast & Lunch Ideas (Episode 38)Family caregivers are often on the go! Eating healthy can be challenging. In this episode, host Elizabeth Miller shares some of her favorite grab and go breakfast and lunch options. Product and recipe links can be found in the show notes.
2018-07-1117 min
Happy Healthy CaregiverWays to Create your Own Independence (Episode 37)You won't find the time for your own health & happiness - you have to create it. Many family caregivers know self-care is important but many also believe there isn't time for it. In this episode, host Elizabeth Miller shares a simple solution to help carve out more time for your independence.
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2018-07-0425 min
Happy Healthy CaregiverHonoring my Dad's BirthdayLosing a parent or close family member is one of the top 5 most stressful life events. It's been almost four years since our host Elizabeth Miller lost her dad. In today's episode, she honors her dad by recognizing his birthday.
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2018-06-2018 min
Happy Healthy CaregiverManaging Competing PrioritiesAs a family caregiver, we juggle many competing priorities - our own family, our jobs, the needs of our care recipients, and our own health. It's a lot! So how do we decide what we are willing to take on and what we need to say no to? In this episode, host Elizabeth Miller shares 11 questions to ask yourself before adding a new commitment.
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2018-06-1331 min
Happy Healthy CaregiverThe power of prayer amplified with technologyIn this episode, show host Elizabeth Miller shares how one simple technology tool helped her family amplify the power of prayer when each of her parents was hospitalized.
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2018-05-3015 min
Happy Healthy CaregiverTraveling with or without your care recipientThis episode is all about exploring our wonderful world and quenching your thirst for adventure. Host Elizabeth Miller shares stories about how she has traveled with and without her mom and provides several resources to consider for your next vacation.
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2018-05-2329 min
Happy Healthy CaregiverThe Women Who Inspire MeEver consider who are the important women who have influenced who you are today and inspire you to live your best life? Host Elizabeth Miller shares her list of leading ladies and why they hold an important place in her heart and in her life.
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2018-05-0921 min
Happy Healthy CaregiverA Day in the Life of a Sandwich Generation MomTake a trip down memory lane as host Elizabeth Miller shares what a day in the life looked like for her as a working mom in the sandwich generation. Elizabeth also reflects back on the day from where she is now - almost 3 years later.
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2018-05-0235 min
Happy Healthy CaregiverMarriage Lessons learned while caregivingMarriage can be tough, especially while feeling squeezed in the Sandwich Generation. Host Elizabeth Miller shares 22 lessons learned from her marriage as her 22 year anniversary approaches.
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2018-04-1827 min
Happy Healthy CaregiverHaving 'the talk' with your aging parentsIn this episode, host Elizabeth Miller shares how her family approached the topics of aging and lifestyle with her parents, particularly about moving to a safer place where they would receive more assistance.
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2018-03-2830 min
Happy Healthy CaregiverEp 22: Working while CaregivingIn this episode, host Elizabeth Miller shares how flexibility has been the core theme in her career. Living the life of a sandwich generation mom who is caring for children at home and an aging parent while balancing a career, marriage, and household responsibilities is tough. Hours of the day are split, sliced, and diced so that everyone gets a piece of you. Find out how Elizabeth's career path has been different than she thought it would be - but it's been the right path for her.
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2018-03-2122 min
Happy Healthy Caregiver(Part 2) A Chat with Elizabeth's Mom Carole Beighey(Part 2 of 2) In this caregiver spotlight episode, meet Carole Beighey, host Elizabeth Miller's mother. Listen to this intimate mother/daughter conversation where they talk about how roles have changed, losing two spouses, self-care, letting go, moving forward, and leaving a legacy. Also, find out what Elizabeth's mom thinks about Happy Healthy Caregiver.
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2018-03-1428 min
Happy Healthy Caregiver(Part 1) A Chat with Elizabeth's Mom Carole Beighey(Part 1 of 2) In this caregiver spotlight episode, meet Carole Beighey, host Elizabeth Miller's mother. Listen to this intimate mother/daughter conversation where they talk about how roles have changed, losing two spouses, self-care, letting go, moving forward, and leaving a legacy. Also, find out what Elizabeth's mom thinks about Happy Healthy Caregiver.
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2018-03-1425 min
Happy Healthy CaregiverRelationships & Love LanguagesIn this episode, host Elizabeth Miller celebrates love and dives into relationships by sharing how the five love languages have impacted her life. Identify your love language and contemplate the love languages of the important relationships in your life.
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2018-02-1420 min
Happy Healthy CaregiverAttitude, Acceptance & GratitudeIn this episode, host Elizabeth Miller talks about the importance of attitude, acceptance & gratitude. She shares small everyday events that bring her comfort.
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2018-02-0721 min
Happy Healthy CaregiverElizabeth's Sister - Susie Morrell Caregiver SpotlightIn this caregiver spotlight episode, meet Elizabeth's sister and family caregiver Susie Morrell who recently moved from Pennsylvania to Hubbard Lake, Michigan. Susie is an oil painter and shares practical tips on how she made and executed plans to move her mom while settling her twins into college. She talks about her current routine and how she is able to integrate self-care while discovering her 'new normal'.
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2018-01-3148 min
Happy Healthy CaregiverAsking for the help you needIn this episode, host Elizabeth Miller identifies 9 categories of people and services that are available to ask for help.
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2018-01-2421 min
Happy Healthy CaregiverCreating your best life for now & laterIn this episode, host Elizabeth Miller shares some of her personal goals and talks about goal setting and dreaming big.
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2018-01-1717 min
Happy Healthy CaregiverMeal Plan & Prep tips for Healthier EatingIn this episode, host Elizabeth Miller shares ideas and systems that have helped her focus on healthier eating.
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2018-01-1019 min
Happy Healthy CaregiverCreative Ways to Squeeze Fitness into a Busy DayIn this episode, host Elizabeth Miller shares tips and systems that have allowed her to make fitness a healthy habit. This episode is also packed with creative ways to squeeze in more physical activity into your busy day.
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2018-01-0323 min
Happy Healthy CaregiverBeing vulnerable & transparentBeing vulnerable and transparent about our caregiving experiences isn't easy but it has benefits for you and others. Elizabeth shares why she decided her blog couldn't be anonymous and how it helped her find support and resources.
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2017-12-2014 min
Happy Healthy CaregiverMinimize Holiday Stress & Maximize Holiday BlessingsHolidays can mean even more to-dos on our list. Elizabeth shares ideas to keep our family holidays merry & bright. Tips to simplify decorating, shopping, wrapping, and feeding everyone.
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2017-11-2917 min
Happy Healthy CaregiverSurviving the Double Decker Sandwich Generation - Jason Miller Caregiver SpotlightIn this caregiver spotlight episode, meet Elizabeth's husband Jason Miller and find out how they not only survived their overlapping primary caregiving years but learned many self-care lessons through this journey that have shaped their future goals as a couple.
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2017-11-1623 min
Happy Healthy CaregiverKids can help themselves, tooChildren are sometimes overlooked when it comes to finding extra hands to help. Like many listeners, Elizabeth is in the sandwich generation caring for aging parents while raising her own family. In this episode, Elizabeth shares how helping her kids to become independent helped her create more time for herself and others.
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2017-11-1518 min
Happy Healthy CaregiverReclaiming time for self-careTime is so precious when you are caregiving. Everyone seems to need something from you and there is only so much of you to go around. In this episode, Elizabeth shares four tried and true methods she has used to reclaim some time for herself.
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2017-11-0816 min
Happy Healthy CaregiverDealing with Caregiver GuiltGuilt is an unwanted emotion that many family caregivers face. Elizabeth shares her thoughts on guilt and how she comes to terms with it while caring for others.
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2017-11-0114 min
Happy Healthy CaregiverWhy & how to start journaling & writingElizabeth shares how writing is helping her mentally during her caregiving journey and helping her to connect with her mom. She also shares simple ways that journaling and writing can be a part of your self-care.
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2017-11-0109 min
Happy Healthy CaregiverHappy Healthy Caregiver Podcast and Host IntroductionA general introduction to the Happy Healthy Caregiver podcast and its host family caregiver and Certified Caregiving Consultant Elizabeth Miller.
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2017-10-2905 min