Caregivers are at the heart of our CSP health care family. Their unwavering dedication to supporting Veterans inspires us all to strive for more and to be better every day. In this series, we shine a light on these incredible individuals. We dive into the vital role of caregivers and explore the resources and support available through the Office of Caregiver Support.
This month’s Caregiver-2-Go podcast theme is Partners in Care, a topic so important to the overall mental and physical health of both the caregiver and Veteran. We are talking about a successful and engaged partnership with your Veteran’s health care team. The resources and guidance discussed will lead to peace of mind for caregivers and better outcomes for the Veteran they love and care for.
16 Apr 2025TRANSCRIPT
S1E6: Dementia
This month’s Caregiver-2-Go podcast theme is caregiving for Veterans with Dementia. This disease affects how a person functions and communicates – the Veteran’s daily needs, abilities and behavior will change over time. Consequently, caregivers will experience a wide range of emotions from anger to sadness, and even fear. We have your back and will work through this topic with professional guidance, love, and compassion.
21 Jan 2025TRANSCRIPT
S1E5: Health & Well-being
This month’s Caregiver-2-Go podcast theme is so important: health and well-being coaching for caregivers. Caregivers tend to put their own needs last, leading to burnout and depression. This coaching puts them back in the center and teaches them to re-evaluate what’s important to them and how to find joy again. We'll hear from a caregiver who almost lost her life not listening to her body and her own needs. Please join us as we explore this topic, its impact and its message of hope.
19 Dec 2024TRANSCRIPT
S1EP4: Loneliness and Isolation
Caregiver-2-Go hosts discuss how two VA social workers, [last name missing], empower caregivers to cope with loneliness and isolation during the holiday season.
10 Dec 2024TRANSCRIPT
S1E3: Virtual Psychotherapy Program for Caregivers (VPPC)
Caregiver-2-Go host Dr. Karen Wyatt and guest Dr. Diane Roberts Stoler discuss the Virtual Psychotherapy Program for Caregivers, a lifeline for caregivers providing emotional support and resources to those committed to around-the-clock care for Veterans.
12 Nov 2024TRANSCRIPT
S1E2: Refresh and Renew
This month’s Caregiver-2-Go podcast theme, "Refresh and Renew," celebrates National Family Caregiver Month. We explore resources and offer support for caregivers committed to around the clock care for their Veterans. Two Caregiver Support Program Managers, deeply passionate about their work, share valuable insights and advice for those caring for loved ones full-time.
18 Oct 2024TRANSCRIPT
S1E1: Caregiver Support Intro
In this first ever episode of the Caregiver-2- Go Podcast, Dr. Colleen Richardson, the program’s Executive Director gives us a passionate overview of the resources and support that goes into making sure our Veteran caregivers are ok. We also hear from a caregiver dedicated to taking care of her Veteran husband fulltime. Together the two women speak candidly about their journeys to this point and the profound impact the CSP program has had on their lives.
Inside a recent episode
S1E7: Partners in Care
Published 16 Apr 2025 · Transcript excerpt
[…] How should they begin that conversation? I love this question because yes, there sometimes there is a little hesitancy. Things are going so quickly. It's a dynamic environment, a lot of moving parts, you know, trying to get to the appointment, you know, all kind of things are happening the day of. […]
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