Creative Caregiving and Beyond

About Creative Caregiving and Beyond

Creative Caregiving and Beyond

Publisher

RNCN

Category

education · health & fitness

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

24 Mar 2025

Latest episode

25 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

18 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   25 Oct 2026

   Home Care at Every Stage: Dementia Support, Veterans Benefits & Caregiver Relief

   Finding the right care for a loved one can feel overwhelming, but families don't have to navigate the journey alone. In Episode 45 of Creative Caregiving and Beyond, Wendy Whiteman welcomes Laura Smith, owner of ComForCare, and Carly Cangelosi, Community Liaison, to discuss how personalized, non-medical home care can support individuals and families through every stage of life. From caring for aging loved ones to supporting veterans, individuals with disabilities, and people living with dementia or Parkinson's disease, Laura and Carly share practical insights into finding quality care that meets each family's unique needs. In this episode, you'll learn about: Personalized Home Care: How caregivers assist with daily activities, meal preparation, light housekeeping, errands, and doctor's appointments. Dementia and Parkinson's Support: How specialized care and consistent companionship can help individuals maintain routines, independence, and quality of life. Veterans' Benefits: How eligible veterans may access home care services through VA programs and where families can turn for guidance. Medicare's GUIDE Program: An overview of dementia-related support and respite care options available to eligible individuals through traditional Medicare. Caregiver Burnout and Respite: Why taking a break is essential for family caregivers and how additional support can make a difference. Choosing the Right Caregiver: How agencies assess individual needs, personalities, and preferences to find the best possible match. Home Care vs. Home Health: Understanding the difference between non-medical home care and medical home health services. Planning for Care: How private pay, long-term care insurance, short-term care insurance, and other programs may help families cover care costs. Laura and Carly also explain how professional caregiving can provide peace of mind, help families avoid gaps in care, and allow loved ones to remain engaged in the activities and relationships that matter most. Whether you're caring for an aging parent, supporting a veteran, navigating a dementia diagnosis, or planning for future care needs, this conversation offers valuable guidance and encouragement. Connect with ComForCare: Website: https://cfc-homecare.com Subscribe to Creative Caregiving and Beyond for more conversations, expert insights, and practical resources to help you navigate the caregiving journey. #CreativeCaregivingAndBeyond #Caregiving #HomeCare #DementiaCare #CaregiverSupport #VeteransBenefits #RespiteCare

2. 

   18 Oct 2026

   Caring for Aging Parents: The Challenges of Being an Only Child

   Author Morgan Hudson joins Creative Caregiving and Beyond to discuss the challenges of caring for aging parents, the importance of planning ahead, and the lessons he learned along the way.

3. 

   5 Jun 2026

   Hawthorne Senior Care Consultants: Tracey Hawthorne Wash, Founder

   Hawthorne Senior Care Consultants: Tracey Hawthorne Wash, Founder

4. 

   12 May 2026

   Caregivers over Coffee with Tracey Hawthorne Wash

   Caregivers over Coffee with Tracey Hawthorne Wash

5. 

   26 Apr 2026

   How Old are you Today? | Glenna Hecht

   Episode 42: How Old are you Today? | Glenna Hecht Connect with Glenna Hecht: www.glennahecht.com www.howoldareyoutoday.com

6. 

   30 Mar 2026

   How to Support Family Caregivers: Practical Tips and New Hop

   Caregiving can feel like an endless journey, but what if the tide is turning? On this episode of Creative Caregiving, Wendy Whiteman highlights how the organization Give Me A Break is helping reduce caregiver burnout—lowering the heartbreaking statistic of caregivers passing before their loved ones from 50% to 40%. Tune in to discover practical ways to support caregivers and build a community that helps them not just survive, but thrive.

7. 

   30 Nov 2025

   Person-First Care and Compliance Strategies

   Person-First Care and Compliance Strategies with Ashley Austin-Hill, Real Organized Advocacy

8. 

   16 Nov 2025

   Living in the Moment and Caring from the Heart

   Living in the Moment and Caring from the Heart with Jennifer Pippin, Regional VP of Operations, Evergreen Memory Care

9. 

   12 Oct 2025

   PC Homecare: Faith, Family, Love and Service with Antoine Beachum & Bryunna Allen

   PC Homecare: Faith, Family, Love and Service with Antoine Beachum & Bryunna Allen

10. 

    21 Sept 2025

    Go-Giver Residential Assisted Living with Nathan Loftis

    Go-Giver Residential Assisted Living with Nathan Loftis

11. 

    10 Aug 2025

    Turning Real Estate into Relief: Logan Hassinger

    Turning Real Estate into Relief: Logan Hassinger

12. 

    27 Jul 2025

    Mariela Heffell, Co-Founder & VP of Grand Hospice

    Mariela Heffell, Co-Founder & VP of Grand Hospice

13. 

    13 Jul 2025

    D'Etta Hughes, Founder Of Caregiving Consulting Of Dallas

    D'Etta Hughes, Founder Of Caregiving Consulting Of Dallas

14. 

    15 Jun 2025

    Healthcare Excellence For Every Senior Belinda Hawkins Of BHawkins Consulting

    Healthcare Excellence For Every Senior Belinda Hawkins Of BHawkins Consulting

15. 

    27 Apr 2025

    Recharging the Hearts that Care

    Episode 30 - Recharging the Hearts that Care Gimme Me a Break with Christy Pickrell and Savina "Savy" Makalena

16. 

    24 Mar 2025

    Inside Skilled Nursing: Care, Comfort & Connection Josephine Rhone with OPCO Skilled Management

    Inside Skilled Nursing: Care, Comfort & Connection Josephine Rhone with OPCO Skilled Management

17. 

    24 Mar 2025

    Navigating Skilled Rehab & Long-Term Care: What You Need to Know!

    Navigating Skilled Rehab & Long-Term Care: What You Need to Know!

18. 

    24 Mar 2025

    Advocating for Seniors - Creative Solutions in Healthcare with Jennifer Riggs

    Advocating for Seniors - Creative Solutions in Healthcare with Jennifer Riggs

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