Count the Costs: Breaking Down Long-term Care Costs

Burnout Recovery 1: The Empty Cup

Caregiving brings purpose however, it can also bring overwhelm and exhaustion.  In this episode of the Empowered Caregiver podcast, ValerieB (the voice of caregiving) talks about the importance of recovering from burnout.  The next ten episodes will be dedicated to helping caregivers recover from burnout.  This episode discusses: *The myth of the empty cup. * The physiology of burnout. * The importance of micro rest. * How to create a “not my job” list. The Empowered Caregiver podcast is a safe space for caregivers who are in need of encouragement and daily practical tools to help manage the caregiver journey. Because breath work is so important for burnout recovery, check out Caregiver Calm on Insight Timer for guided meditations and breath work: https://insighttimer.com [https://insighttimer.com]

When To Contact An Attorney About Facility Neglect or Abuse

Caregiving is a heavy load that can be rewarding and overwhelming at the same time.  In this episode of the Empowered Caregiver podcast, ValerieB (the voice of caregiving) talks about the reality of contacting an attorney about facility abuse and neglect of your loved one. She discusses: *The definition of neglect. *What signs of abuse/neglect to look for. *Recommendations on things to do before contacting an attorney. This podcast is a safe space for caregivers who are seeking support, encouragement, wisdom, and some practical tools. If you are a caregiver who is in need of a quick, guided meditation after a hard day, visit Caregiver Calm on  Insight Timer at: https://insighttimer.com [https://insighttimer.com]

Why I Removed My Dad From A Facility After 5 Months

Caregiving is sacred and important work, however it can be overwhelming.  In this episode of the Empowered Caregiver podcast, ValerieB will talk about the emotions of removing her dad from a memory care facility after only 5 months.  Today’s episode will discuss:   * The importance of remaining our loved one’s advocate, after they move into a facility.  * Five reasons I had to remove my dad from the facility.  The Empowered Caregiver podcast is a safe space for caregivers who need encouragement, support, and practical tools needed on this caregiving journey.  This podcast is used to discuss the realities and emotional challenges that caregivers sometimes face.   Please don’t forget to share these episodes with another caregiver as we endeavor to help each other.

Count the Costs: Breaking Down Long-term Care Costs

The Empowered Caregiver podcast was created by ValerieB, the voice of caregiving who talks about the realities and emotions experienced on the caregiving journey.  In this episode, she discusses the importance of counting all the facility costs.  She talks about:  *Ensuring you understand all facility costs, to avoid surprises.  * Three underutilized funding resources available to help cover facility costs.  This podcast is a safe space for caregivers who are seeking encouragement and practical tools needed on this caregiving journey.  If you are in need of a reset or recharge after a hard day, visit Caregiver Calm on Insight Timer for free guided meditations: https://insighttimer.com [https://insighttimer.com] These episodes are for educational and training purposes only and should not be used as a replacement for professional advice.  Please share this podcast with another caregiver as we work to help one another thrive.

Facility Red Flags

Welcome to the Empowered Caregiver podcast where your host, ValerieB serves as the voice of caregiving by discussing the realities of the caregiving journey.  In this episode, she discusses the red flags in facilities that some families see too late. She will discuss: *Identifying red flags. * Listening to your loved one’s concerns or watching their body language. * Being your loved one’s advocate. The Empowered Caregiver podcast is a safe space for caregivers to receive encouragement, wisdom, and practical tools that will help them on the caregiving journey. If you are feeling exhausted and overwhelmed, take the Caregiver Burnout Check-In at https://valerieb.podia.com [https://valerieb.podia.com] If you are in need of a recharge or reset after a hard day, check out Caregiver Calm on Insight Timer for some short guided meditations to help you through the stress: https://insighttimer.com [https://insighttimer.com]