Neighbors in the Nest
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Podcast Overview
<p>Neighbors in the Nest is a podcast created to bring clarity, comfort, and honest conversation to families navigating aging, care, and life transitions.</p><p>Hosted from Parker Place in Parkersburg, this podcast is designed for adult children, caregivers, and professionals who find themselves asking difficult questions about safety, independence, and what comes next for the people they love.</p><p>Each episode offers real-world guidance, practical frameworks, and thoughtful discussion around senior living, caregiving decisions, and community support without pressure, sales pitches, or one-size-fits-all answers. These conversations are rooted in everyday experiences, the questions families are often afraid to ask, and the realities professionals see firsthand.</p><p>Whether you’re gathering information, supporting a loved one, or simply trying to understand your options before a crisis forces a decision, Neighbors in the Nest exists to help you think clearly, ask better questions, and move forward with confidence.</p><p>This is a space for education, reassurance, and connection, because no one should have to navigate these decisions alone.</p>
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Publishing Since
1/6/2026
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Recent Episodes
March 20, 2026
What happens Next?- Hospice- Feat. Mariah Schmitz- Care Initiatives Hospice
<p>When families hear the word hospice, one of the biggest questions isn’t “what is it?” — it’s “what actually happens next?”</p><p>In this first part of a multi-episode conversation, we sit down with Mariah Schmitz from Care Initiatives Hospice to begin unpacking what hospice really looks like in everyday life.</p><p>In Part 1, we focus on the foundation:</p><ul><li>Who makes up the hospice team</li><li>How those roles work together to support families</li><li>And what hospice is designed to provide beyond what many people expect</li></ul><p>This conversation is centered on clarity—helping families better understand the structure of hospice and what support actually looks like once it begins.</p><p>If you’ve ever wondered what hospice really involves, this is a great place to start.</p>
March 20, 2026
Interviewing the Son of a Current Resident Part 3
<p>In Parts 1 and 2, we followed the journey—what led up to the decision and what it looked like after the move.</p><p>In this final part of the conversation, we focus on reflection.</p><p>What does it look like to step back after everything has settled? What has changed—not just for his father, but for him as a son? And what would he say to someone who is standing exactly where he once was?</p><p>In this episode, we talk about:</p><ul><li>How his perspective has shifted over time</li><li>What this experience taught him</li><li>The emotional weight that lifted—and what remained</li><li>And the advice he would give to another adult child facing this decision</li></ul><p>This is the part of the story that brings clarity—the space where experience turns into understanding.</p><p>If you’ve been following this conversation, this episode brings it full circle. And if you’re just joining, it offers a grounded look at what this journey can feel like on the other side.</p>
March 20, 2026
Interviewing the Son of a Current Resident Part 2
<p>In Part 1, we heard the weight of the decision—what it felt like to recognize that something needed to change and the emotions that came with it.</p><p>In this episode, we continue the conversation.</p><p>Part 2 focuses on what happened after the move:</p><ul><li>What surprised him once his father settled in</li><li>What he worried about that didn’t happen</li><li>What was harder—and what was easier—than expected</li><li>And how this decision ultimately changed his day-to-day life</li></ul><p>This is the part of the journey families don’t always hear about—the reality after the decision is made.</p><p>If you’re navigating a similar situation, this conversation offers perspective, honesty, and a look into what life can feel like on the other side.</p>
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- What is Neighbors in the Nest?
<p>Neighbors in the Nest is a podcast created to bring clarity, comfort, and honest conversation to families navigating aging, care, and life transitions.</p><p>Hosted from Parker Place in Parkersburg, this podcast is designed for adult children, caregivers, and professionals who find themselves asking difficult questions about safety, independence, and what comes next for the people they love.</p><p>Each episode offers real-world guidance, practical frameworks, and thoughtful discussion around senior living, caregiving decisions, and community support without pressure, sales pitches, or one-size-fits-all answers. These conversations are rooted in everyday experiences, the questions families are often afraid to ask, and the realities professionals see firsthand.</p><p>Whether you’re gathering information, supporting a loved one, or simply trying to understand your options before a crisis forces a decision, Neighbors in the Nest exists to help you think clearly, ask better questions, and move forward with confidence.</p><p>This is a space for education, reassurance, and connection, because no one should have to navigate these decisions alone.</p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
This podcast updates daily.
- Where can I listen to this podcast?
This podcast is available on 4 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
- Does this podcast accept guests?
Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.
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