Caregivers Finding A Foothold

About Caregivers Finding A Foothold

Hosted by Consuela Marshall, OT, CAPS, CHAT, CDP Occupational Therapist • Certified Aging in Place Specialist • Certified Home Accessibility Therapist • Certified Dementia Practitioner • Fall Prevention Specialist • Former Caregiver Caring for aging loved ones—or facing your own changes as you age—can feel overwhelming. Finding A Foothold is the place to find understanding, encouragement, and real-world guidance. Each episode explores: Common aging and fall prevention challenges How to reduce caregiver stress, burnout, and injury Practical strategies to help you and your loved ones age safely at home for as long as possible Ways to stay as independent as possible with daily activities Approaches to create more balance and joy outside of caregiving responsibilities At Finding A Foothold, our goal is to help you learn efficient, realistic ways to provide care—without losing yourself in the process. If you’re ready to go deeper, join Consuela’s group coaching programs designed for caregivers and families who want hands-on support in fall prevention, balance training, and managing caregiving without burnout. 📘 Book: Fall Prevention: Planning Not to Fall by Consuela Marshall — a practical guide with 31 tips and stories to help you or your loved ones age safely at home. Available on Amazon (https://a.co/d/4QYNme3) or through findingafoothold.com (https://www.findingafoothold.com/). 🌐 Workshops & Webinars (LLC): findingafoothold.com/workshops-and-webinars (https://www.findingafoothold.com/workshops-and-webinars) 🏠 Foundation & Community Programs: findingafoothold.com (https://www.findingafoothold.com/) Social Media 🎥 Watch on YouTube: Finding A Foothold Care (https://www.youtube.com/@findingafootholdcare) 📸 Follow on Instagram: @findingafoothold (https://www.instagram.com/findingafoothold/) 💼 Connect on LinkedIn: Consuela Marshall, OT, CAPS, CHAT, CDP (https://www.linkedin.com/in/consuela-marshall-ot-chat-caps-cdp-3a136a1b9/) 📘 Facebook: Finding A Foothold (https://www.facebook.com/FindingAFoothold/) 🎵 TikTok: @findingafoothold (https://www.tiktok.com/@findingafoothold) ⚠️ Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical or professional advice. Always consult your healthcare provider or qualified professional regarding your specific situation.

Publisher

Consuela Marshall

Category

education · society & culture · society & culture

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

9 Apr 2021

Latest episode

26 Oct 2025

Latest episodes

63 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   26 Oct 2025

   Helping Parents Stay Safe at Home | It Starts with Fall Prevention

   Helping parents stay safe at home is at the heart of so many adult children — and a concern for many older adults as well. 💛 In this episode of the Finding a Foothold Podcast, occupational therapist Consuela Marshall, OT, CDP, CAPS, CHAT, shares why fall prevention begins with awareness, honest conversations, and simple planning. Through real-life stories, she reminds us that many falls can be prevented — and that a little preparation can make a big difference. In this episode, you’ll...

2. 

   20 Feb 2025

   Burnout, Boundaries, and Finding A New Path In Caregiving. Ep 62

   Caregiving is an act of love, but it can also be emotionally and physically exhausting. Have you ever felt like you’re carrying too much? In this episode of Finding a Foothold, Consuela dives into the challenges faced by a daughter who is in a long-term caregiving role following her mother's stroke. Through storytelling and real-life experiences, I highlight the struggles, emotional toll, and practical ways caregivers can navigate these difficulties without losing themselves in the process. T...

3. 

   26 Jan 2025

   Caregiving in 2025: Supporting You, Inspiring You, Encouraging You

   Welcome to Finding a Foothold, which was ranked #31 out of the top 70 caregiving podcasts by FeedSpot! I can't even begin to tell you how much this means to me. As someone passionate about serving caregivers, being recognized in this way is both humbling and motivating.Welcome to the first episode of 2025! In this episode, I reflect on the journey so far and share some exciting updates for the podcast and the mission of Finding a Foothold.This year, I’m renewing my focus on supporting f...

Reach and audience

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YouTube views

6,892

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Apple Podcasts (US)

4.9 / 5

7 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

1 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 45 / 100

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Quality

35

Social presence

0

YouTube

68

Engagement

68

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