Welcome to the Caregiver Relief Podcast , the show dedicated to supporting family caregivers and professional caregivers alike. Caring for someone who is ill, elderly, or disabled can be incredibly rewarding, but it can also be incredibly challenging. That's why we're here to offer advice, resources, and support to help you navigate the ups and downs of caregiving.
Each episode, we'll talk with experts in the field, as well as caregivers themselves, to share their experiences, insights, and tips for success.
The Truth About Type 2 Diabetes: Insulin Resistance, Blood Sugar, and What Standard Labs May Miss
In Episode 258 of the Caregiver Relief Podcast, host Diane Carbo, RN, welcomes Dr. Jason Shumard (CEO of DrShumard.com), a functional medicine expert with over 20 years of experience. They unpack why standard labs often miss early metabolic breakdown for decades, how systemic inflammation and cellular damage cause insulin resistance, and what you can do to take control of your metabolic health.
https://www.caregiverrelief.com/the-truth-about-type-2-diabetes-insulin-resistance-blood-sugar-and-what-standard-labs-may-miss-with-dr-jason-shumard-episode-258
Key Topics Covered:• The car engine analogy for insulin resistance 🚗• Serum insulin & Triglycerides-to-HDL ratio (what your PCP might be missing) 📊• How stress, toxins, and gut health affect blood sugar 🌿• The hidden pros & cons of GLP-1 weight-loss medications 💊• Shifting from "sick care" to true health investment 💰
"Type 2 Diabetes is a diagnosis, not your identity." 😎 Tune in for a empowering conversation filled with practical steps, hope, and root-cause solutions!
7 Oct 2026
Dementia Communication for Families: How Children Can Stay Connected With Grandma
In Episode 257 of The Caregiver Relief Podcast, host Diane Carbo, RN speaks with Evan Bass Zeisel, author of How to Play with a Grandma and creator of the How Are You, Me? approach. Evan brings together dementia education, creative practice, and improv techniques to help families build meaningful, joyful moments of connection.
https://www.caregiverrelief.com/how-to-know-when-death-is-near-a-hospice-nurses-guide-for-caregivers-and-families-with-barbara-karnes-episode-256
In this episode, you’ll learn:
🤝 The "Squeeze and Release" technique for when someone living with dementia grips your hand and can't let go.
🎭 The "Yes, And..." approach to meet your loved one in their reality instead of correcting them.
🧠 How viewing dementia as an accessibility issue changes the entire family dynamic.
💬 How binary questions give choices without overwhelming complex processing in the brain.
🕊️ Why self-forgiveness is vital for caregivers balancing it all.
5 Oct 2026
How to Know When Death Is Near: A Hospice Nurse’s Guide for Caregivers and Families
Is this the beginning of the end? 💔 That quiet question brings immense panic to caregivers. Today, host Diane Carbo, RN, is joined by pioneer hospice nurse and educator Barbara Karnes, RN (Gone from My Sight) to bring clarity, peace, and comfort to one of the most emotional and misunderstood parts of caregiving.
https://www.caregiverrelief.com/how-to-know-when-death-is-near-a-hospice-nurses-guide-for-caregivers-and-families-with-barbara-karnes-episode-256
✨ In this episode, you’ll learn:
• 🕊️ The natural "birth in reverse" process of end-of-life care• 🍲 Why appetite loss is normal and forcing food causes discomfort• ⏳ How to spot the physical signs of active dying and "labor"• 💊 Managing pain, breathing shifts, and terminal agitation calmly• 🏥 Knowing when to call hospice and self-refer for earlier support
Who has been a guest on Caregiver Relief Podcast
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Mary Underwood
Sharon Daltrey
Nicole àBeckett
Dr Shruti Roy
Tracey Lawrence
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177,434
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5.0 / 5
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3.7 / 5
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