Summer Plans for Dementia Caregivers: Art, Beach Trips & Finding Joy with Mom

Summer Plans for Dementia Caregivers: Art, Beach Trips & Finding Joy with Mom

In this fun summer episode, Dee joins us as we talk about our plans for the season ahead! We share our excitement about heading back to our timeshare at St. Pete Beach in August — Dee’s first time there in over 20 years. We also give an update on turning one of the rooms into a dedicated “Art Room” for painting and sewing projects that both Amy and Dee are looking forward to. We talk about creating more moments of joy, balancing caregiving with our own needs, and finding small ways to make summer feel lighter and more fun. What we couldn’t talk about is mom has already said she’s bored but has forgotten or actually confabulating because she is showtiming when we interview her. She is quite different off air. We need to find activities for her that won’t burn us out. A hopeful and practical episode full of real-life summer planning with dementia in the mix.   Takeaways: -Plan ahead for summer activities to maximize enjoyment. -Incorporate technology to stay connected with loved ones. -Prioritize health and proactive medical care. -Engage in property improvements for a better lifestyle. -Embrace new hobbies and projects to stay active.   Be sure to subscribe and set notifications so you get the updates of how our summer actually goes. 🚘Get 3 months of Full Self-Driving (Supervised) or up to $1,000 off with my referral link. https://www.tesla.com/referral/joseph112105 [https://www.tesla.com/referral/joseph112105] ❤️ Support the show: BuyMeACoffee.com/RollingRogans [http://buymeacoffee.com/RollingRogans] for one time donations and monthly subscriptions. Thank you for your support! 👉 Website: RollingRogans.com [http://RollingRogans.com]

Whiskey, Lollipops & Eye Needles: A Wild Week of Caregiving

In this episode the Rolling Rogans recap a hectic week of caregiving: managing Joe's mother with moderate dementia as her snowbird boyfriend prepares to leave, experimenting with AI (Grok and Alexa) for companionship, and handling repetitive agitation and narcissistic behavior. They relive a tense retina appointment and injection, share creative calming tactics (respite gummies and a tiny bottle of Crown Royal), and search for better medical support. Through humor and honesty they emphasize self-care, boundaries, and finding community for others facing similar challenges. 🚘Get 3 months of Full Self-Driving (Supervised) or up to $1,000 off with my referral link. https://www.tesla.com/referral/joseph112105 [https://www.tesla.com/referral/joseph112105] ❤️ Support the show: BuyMeACoffee.com/RollingRogans [http://buymeacoffee.com/RollingRogans] for one time donations and monthly subscriptions. Thank you for your support! 👉 Website: RollingRogans.com [http://RollingRogans.com]

Our Changing Views on Death and Aging

A candid conversation about aging, death, being true to yourself, and the importance of honesty and gratitude. We share our personal stories, philosophical insights, and practical advice on navigating life's final stages with dignity and purpose. Also tune in for a quick Rogan's weekly recap and "wise words" from mom in a Baby Boomer Bean Break. Key Topics: -Aging and death acceptance. -Honesty and its impact on health and longevity. -Have you thought about how you will be when you leave this world? Takeaways: -Embrace aging as a natural and golden phase of life. -Honesty and authenticity are vital for mental and physical health. -Practicing gratitude can significantly improve quality of life in old age. ❤️ Support the show: BuyMeACoffee.com/RollingRogans [http://buymeacoffee.com/RollingRogans] for one time donations and monthly subscriptions. Thank you for your support! 👉 Website: RollingRogans.com [http://RollingRogans.com]

Our Self-Care Changed Mom's Dementia Behavior

After making some positive changes around our homestead, we noticed a big shift — not just in our own stress levels, but in Mom’s dementia behavior as well. We talk about the power of taking care of ourselves first, how small changes in our environment affected her dementia symptoms, and why staying calm makes such a difference when caregiving.  Laugh with us during the Rogan's Weekly Recap segment and stick around for the real life proof that our loved ones with dementia feel our energy and emotions more than what we're saying.  A hopeful and practical episode for anyone on this journey.   ❤️ Support the show: BuyMeACoffee.com/RollingRogans [http://buymeacoffee.com/RollingRogans] for one time donations and monthly subscriptions. Thank you for your support! 🍏Green Chef Meal Service Affiliate Link Get a Free Box using our link. Get organic, gluten free, and other diet specific meals portioned and ready to cook. https://www.greenchef.com/freebox/Mzc4ODc3NDE2LTAtNC01Ny1DRw [https://www.greenchef.com/freebox/Mzc4ODc3NDE2LTAtNC01Ny1DRw] 👉 Website: RollingRogans.com [http://rollingrogans.com/]

Depression, Loss, and Finding A New Path: How Van Life Saved Me

Join us for an insightful conversation with our van life nomad friend Matt Pfeifer as he shares his journey through dealing with life long depression, how van life taught him self discovery, and embracing the reality of death. Discover how self-reliance, photography, movie influences, and life's unexpected moments shaped his path.   Matt shares the tragic loss of both of his parents to illness within days of each other, how him and his siblings managed their parents passing, and the resilience of his version of the art of aging.   ❤️ Support the show: BuyMeACoffee.com/RollingRogans [http://buymeacoffee.com/RollingRogans] for one time donations and monthly subscriptions. Thank you for your support! 👉 Website: RollingRogans.com [http://rollingrogans.com/]