The Empowered Caregiver

The Care Plan Meeting: Caregiver Confident, Clear and In Control

Caregiving brings love, care, and sense of purpose; however it can also bring burnout.  In this episode of the Empowered Caregiver podcast, ValerieB talks openly about the caregiver’s experience as it relates to the care plan meeting.  In this episode, the host discusses: * What a care plan meeting is for. * Why a care plan meeting is necessary. * Your role in the care plan meeting. The Empowered Caregiver podcast is a safe space for caregivers in need of encouragement and practical tools. This space will share the realities of caring for an aging loved one. If you haven’t already subscribed, follow the Empowered Caregiver podcast so you will never miss an episode. Do you need a quick reset and recharge after a hard day, check out Caregiver Calm on Insight Timer: https://insighttimer.com [https://insighttimer.com] Feeling overwhelmed, check out the Caregiver Burnout Check-In at: https://valerieb.podia.com [https://valerieb.podia.com]

The First 48 Hours In A Facility

Caregiving brings purpose and also stress, anxiety, anger, and burnout.  In this episode of the Empowered Caregiver podcast, ValerieB talks openly about the emotions attached to the first 48 hours after putting a loved one in a facility. She discusses:   * How to make the transition better for your loved. * How to begin establishing relationships with the staff. * What some caregivers feel and should do.  The Empowered Caregiver podcast is a safe space for caregivers to find encouragement, practical tools, wisdom, and honest conversations about the realities of the caregiving journey, even after placing your loved one in their new home.

Choosing A Facility: A Place to Call Home For Your Loved One

Caregiving brings love and purpose however it can bring burnout and frustration.  In this episode of the Empowered Caregiver podcast, ValerieB talks openly about the emotions behind selecting a facility for your loved one.   In this episode, she discusses: * Things to look for in a facility.  * Why choosing a good facility is important.  * Bigger cost does not mean better care. The Empowered Caregiver podcast is a safe space where caregivers can find encouragement, practical tools, and wisdom about the realities of caring for an aging loved one.  If you are looking for a reset or recharge, go to Caregiver Calm on Insight Timer: https://insighttimer.com [https://insighttimer.com] If you are feeling stressed or burned out, check out the Caregiver Burnout Check-In: https://valerieb.podia.com [https://valerieb.podia.com] These episodes are for educational purposes and should not be a replacement for professional advice.

When Siblings Don’t Help!

Caregiving brings purpose, however it can also bring resentment especially if siblings don’t help.  In this episode of the Empowered Caregiver podcast, ValerieB talks openly about the emotions that settle in when sibling don’t provide any assistance.   In this episode, the host discusses:  * The emotional side of absentee siblings.  * How to recognize the difference between who your sibling is today vs who you desire them to be.  * Healthy ways to respond when siblings don’t help. The Empowered Caregiver podcast is a safe space for caregivers to find encouragement, wisdom, practical tools, and honest conversations about the realities of caring for an aging loved one.

Is It Time to Move From Part-Time to Full-Time Caregiving?

Caregiving brings many questions, especially when considering the move from part-time to full-time caregiving.  In this episode of the Empowered Caregiver podcast, ValerieB discusses how caregivers know when it’s time to consider full-time caregiving.  In this episode, she will discuss:  *Some of the signs that it is time to shift. * Facing the decision of this major turning point or crossroad.  * Warning signs to look for.  * The emotional side of this shift.  The Empowered Caregiver podcast is a safe space for caregivers to find encouragement, wisdom, practical tools, and real, honest conversations about the realities of caring for an aging loved one.   If you are feeling overwhelmed, take the Caregiver Burnout Check-In that will help you gauge your stress level and provide some solutions to address it: https://valerieb.podia.com [https://valerieb.podia.com] If you need a short reset or recharge after a challenging day, visit Caregiver Calm on Insight Timer: https://insighttimer.com [https://insighttimer.com]