Parenting is hard. Parenting a child with specific emotional or educational needs is even harder. Tune in to Torchlight’s Exceptional Parenting Podcast for discussions with the nation’s top experts about today’s toughest parenting challenges. Whether you’re concerned about your child’s development, learning, and behavior, or you just want to make family time more enjoyable, you’ll find that each episode offers practical, easy-to-use solutions that can help.<br /> <br />Want full access to Torchlight’s online caregiving platform, including personalized action plans, eGuides, and Tools? Have your employer contact us! They can find our information at <a href="http://www.torchlight.care" rel="noopener">www.torchlight.care</a>.
Exceptional Parenting Podcast
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Parenting is hard. Parenting a child with specific emotional or educational needs is even harder. Tune in to Torchlight’s Exceptional Parenting Podcast for discussions with the nation’s top experts about today’s toughest parenting challenges. Whether you’re concerned about your child’s development, learning, and behavior, or you just want to make family time more enjoyable, you’ll find that each episode offers practical, easy-to-use solutions that can help.<br /> <br />Want full access to Torchlight’s online caregiving platform, including personalized action plans, eGuides, and Tools? Have your employer contact us! They can find our information at <a href="http://www.torchlight.care" rel="noopener">www.torchlight.care</a>.
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June 8, 2022
Caring for Yourself When a Child Is in Crisis
Content warning: This podcast discusses sensitive topics related to mental health, such as severe major depression, self-harm, and suicide or suicidal ideation. We encourage you to care for your safety and well-being. If you or someone close to you may be in crisis, or simply needs support, we encourage you to reach out to a health or mental health professional. If you believe that you or a loved one may be in immediate danger, call 911.<br /><br />When your child is experiencing symptoms of severe major depression, having suicidal ideations, or engaging in self-harming behaviors, it may feel as if your entire world is being upended. Much of your time and energy will be directed toward helping them heal; but your own well-being is also an important component of the healing journey. <br /><br />Tune in as Exceptional Parenting Podcast host, Stefanie Boucher, has a candid discussion with author, special needs advocate, certified mind-body coach, and mother of three, Deborah Blackwell, about how to help yourself and other family members feel safer and more grounded when a child is facing a mental health crisis. As someone who has been there, Deborah offers deep insights about the perspectives that are – and are not – most helpful when a child is struggling and how to build on rare moments of clarity, grace, or even beauty, among otherwise horrible circumstances. <br /><br />About Our Guest:<br /><br />Deborah Blackwell is a writer, special needs advocate and certified mind-body life coach devoted to helping others conquer adversity and discover the hidden wisdom found in everyday life. Inspired by her own courageous journey through trauma, her forthcoming book is an insightful story of one woman's determination to welcome truth, expand knowledge, and embrace joy. She also writes for The Harvard Gazette, and contributes to Torchlight's digital platform. Deborah is married to her kindred spirit and raised three sons, one on the autism spectrum. She is a longtime practicing yogi, passionate about global health, well-being, and happiness. Learn more about her at <a href="https://deborahblackwell.com" rel="noopener">https://deborahblackwell.com</a>.<br /><br />*Torchlight does not provide medical advice. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Never ignore professional medical advice because of something you read on Torchlight. If you think you may have a medical emergency, call your doctor or dial 911.
May 10, 2022
Understanding Your Rights Under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
The Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993 (FMLA) is a U.S. law that requires covered employers to provide employees with protected, unpaid leave for certain medical and family reasons. Yet, many Americans are unsure of the ways in which FMLA could make a significant difference in their ability to meet parenting or caregiving responsibilities as a working person. Join Torchlight host Stefanie Boucher for a conversation with Teri Weber, a partner and Senior Vice President at Spring Consulting group and subject matter expert on employee benefits and absence management programs, including FMLA. In this episode, you’ll learn about:<br /><br />•FMLA basics, including who is eligible to use FMLA and what criteria must be met;<br />•How to talk to your employer about using FMLA to meet medical or family needs;<br />•What to do if you’re getting resistance from your employer; and,<br />•More!<br /><br />About Our Guest:<br /><br />Teri Weber is a partner and Senior Vice President with Spring Consulting Group. She has over 15 years of experience in health and welfare plan strategy, design, and implementation. In addition, she is a subject matter expert on absence management programs, including disability, family medical leave, and leave of absence tracking. Her areas of expertise have allowed her to work with diverse employers and vendors to streamline processes and programs to meet the needs of both employers and employees. Teri holds a BS from the University of Connecticut and an MBA from the University of Massachusetts.
April 19, 2022
How to Become a Badass Advocate for Your Seriously Ill Child or Loved One
Are you caring for a seriously ill loved one? If so, perhaps there are moments when you feel overwhelmed or even powerless as you try to get (and give) your loved one the best possible care. In this episode, join Torchlight hosts Lenore Tracey and Stefanie Boucher for a conversation with Erin Mulqueen Galyean, author of Badass Advocate: Becoming the Champion Your Seriously Ill Loved One Deserves. Whether your child or loved one is hospitalized or at home, listen to learn how to:<br /><br />- Build a support team for you and the patient and ask for help when you need it;<br />- Overcome fear of authority figures and ask doctors effective questions;<br />- Balance self-care with patient care; and,<br />- More!<br /><br />About Our Guest:<br /><br />Erin Mulqueen Galyean is an author and speaker who trains sales professionals in effective communication with healthcare providers. She lost her father to Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma in 1997 and her sister to a rare lung disease in 2018. Fueled by these heartbreaking experiences, Erin helps others become powerful advocates for the seriously ill loved ones in their lives.
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