![Solutions for the Caregiver Crisis](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/11970576/Podcast_cover_1__987ru.png)
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Family caregivers across the nation are finding themselves thrust into the role of caring for aging loved ones without ever having any family discussion about the ”what is” of aging. Families are not talking about care needs, caregiver burnout, the costs of care, dementia, other disease progressions, and they aren’t putting proactive plans in place. If you find yourself in this predicament, you need to listen to our ”Tired” podcast series
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![Protecting Your Clients' Retirement from the Risk of Elder Care Expenses with Vidale Marketing Group](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog11970576/Vidale_Marketing_Group_pdzm9n_300x300.jpg)
5 days ago
5 days ago
Quotes:
- "You, as an advisor, are in a unique position to ensure that he has enough solutions and care supports at home so that he doesn't prematurely end up in a nursing home just because no one cared enough to make sure they had proper care in place at home." - Anna Lee Kruger
- "People are living longer, which is a great thing. It's something we should all be grateful for because it's a much better place to be. But what we have to think about is how we fund those finances in those later years." - Damien Conway
- "If you truly want to be intergenerational, you need to look after your clients’ parents as well." – Leigh Maynard
Takeaways:
- Educate yourself on aging issues like care costs, care options, Medicaid, and how to budget for a client's longer retirement years. Start addressing these topics proactively with clients.
- Consider how you can build intergenerational relationships within client families and look after parents' finances as well as adult children clients.
- Research products like the immediate care plan that can provide stop-loss protection for clients paying for long-term care. Look for ways to secure clients' ability to afford care costs.
- Facilitate family meetings to identify aging and care needs, determine the best solutions, and ensure adequate financial planning is in place across generations.
Conclusion:
Resources:
Guest Links:
![Effective Family Care Plans and Elder Care Conversations with Carroll Golden](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog11970576/Carroll_Golden_yqs976_300x300.jpg)
Friday Jul 19, 2024
Effective Family Care Plans and Elder Care Conversations with Carroll Golden
Friday Jul 19, 2024
Friday Jul 19, 2024
Quotes:
- "I know it's a taboo topic. Your grandparents don't want to talk about it, you don't want to talk about it, and your kids have no idea what the impact would be if they didn't talk about it." – Carroll Golden
- "Options begin to close out on you. When you haven't done anything, that's when you go into crisis mode." – Carroll Golden
- "We could all learn together. That's the whole idea behind the care planning team." – Carroll Golden
- "We retire from work, but we don't retire from family." – Carroll Golden
Takeaways:
- Begin conversations about aging and care planning early to avoid rushed decisions under pressure and to have more choices.
- Engage the entire family in the planning process. Utilize tools like a "care squad" and conduct regular "care planning team" meetings to ensure everyone's voice is heard and they feel involved.
- Leverage technology, like video calls, to facilitate family meetings and planning when family members are geographically dispersed.
- Reframing discussions around retirement planning and longevity instead of immediate care needs to create a more positive conversation.
- Collect essential medical and financial information from aging parents respectfully, without making them feel invaded or managed.
- Incorporate considerations of various care options and their costs into the planning process using relevant tools.
Conclusion:
Resources:
Guest Links:
![The Power of Spiritual Practices in Elder Care: Impact on Patients and Caregivers Alike with Elisa Bosley](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog11970576/Elisa_Bosley6qwbw_300x300.jpg)
Thursday Jul 18, 2024
Thursday Jul 18, 2024
Quotes:
- "Spiritual care is part of every single human being. It's needed by every human being because it brings things like joy, purpose, hope, comfort, and assurance." – Elisa Bosley
- "Their soul is still there, as young as the day they were born, alive and vibrant." – Elisa Bosley
- "The part of the brain responsible for music storage and memory is almost completely untouched by dementia, throughout the entire course of the disease." – Elisa Bosley
- "What I do is what I've often called 'the not yet hospice,' because as you say, the journey can last for years." – Elisa Bosley
Takeaways:
- Spiritual care is a wonderful gift we can give to older adults, especially those with dementia. It truly uplifts their spirits and adds quality to their life.
- Activities like music, Bible study, and prayer work like magic! They help individuals with dementia tap into their long-term memories and create moments of pure joy.
- Providing spiritual care benefits the person with dementia as well as their caregivers, who gain hope, purpose, and meaning.
- A centralized resource of spiritual content can enable anyone to engage with their loved ones with dementia meaningfully.
- Music is an incredibly powerful tool for connecting with those with dementia. This is because the music memory centers in the brain stay strong.
- It's crucial to recognize and respect a loved one's spiritual needs and identity, regardless of the progression of their condition. After all, they're the same person we've always cherished.
Conclusion:
![Strengthen Family Bonds: Creating Personal Legacy Messages for Loved Ones with Susan Turnbull](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog11970576/susan_turnbull_v58ktj_300x300.jpg)
Wednesday Jul 17, 2024
Wednesday Jul 17, 2024
Planning for the future and keeping family values and stories alive are important for strengthening the family bond. This isn't just about who gets what after someone passes away. These days, it's also about sharing personal feelings and experiences. One way to do this is through ethical wills. These are old, but they're becoming popular again. They're a great way to share life lessons, personal values, and feelings with the next generations. They're not about money or possessions, but about sharing personal wisdom and family stories.
Susan Turnbull is the founder of Personal Legacy Advisors. She helps people create ethical wills and develop their personal legacy through writing letters, recordings, and conversations. An ethical will allows one to pass on intangible aspects of their life like values, stories, feelings and reflections to loved ones. In this episode, Susan and Anna talk about creating ethical wills, preserving family stories, developing aging plans with care options, and strengthening family relationships through personal legacy messages.
Quotes:
- "An ethical will, especially a contemporary version of an ethical will, is really a letter of love."
- "To me, the relationships that you're trying to strengthen and nurture, and keep alive even after a person dies, along with the values you're trying to keep alive after a person dies, can come out in conversation and in their story."
- "I think people make the mistake of thinking they already know it. Somehow they've already absorbed those stories, or they're not that interested or they're not that interesting."
- "So I always say, let's start with something small, create something of a page or two, and then add to it as time and circumstances allow. Ethical wills are not long, 20 pages would be a long document." - Susan Turnbull
Takeaways:
- Begin legacy planning early by preserving family histories and memories through recorded conversations or even just a written page of what you want to pass on.
- Use conversation starters and prompts to foster meaningful family discussions and strengthen multigenerational relationships.
- Create a personal legacy or ethical will to encapsulate your values and reflections, thereby extending your influence beyond tangible assets.
- Adopt a layered approach to legacy preservation, incorporating letters, recordings, and transcripts to ensure the endurance of memories.
- Engage in family legacy projects, a practice that not only makes the process less daunting but also promotes shared experiences and understanding.
Conclusion:
By consciously focusing on transmitting wisdom and important values, individuals can leave a lasting and meaningful imprint that extends far beyond material possessions or physical achievements. This focus on passing down wisdom can create a sense of continuity and belonging, linking generations through shared knowledge and experiences. This unbroken chain forms part of our identity and heritage, linking us to our past and future and offering a foundation for future generations.
Resources:
Anna’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/annaleekruger
Learn more about The Elder Planning Specialist designation and certification program at: https://plan4lifenow.com
Guest Links:
Susan Turnbull:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-turnbull-pla/
https://www.personallegacyadvisors.com/
![Experience Specialized Dementia Care on Elite Cruises’ Western Caribbean Adventure with Kathy Shoaf](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog11970576/Kathryn_Speer_Shoaf_agufkg_300x300.jpg)
Thursday May 09, 2024
Thursday May 09, 2024
- "Having those memories of happiness, when this journey is over, is what you truly get to hold in your heart as special. It allows you to create happiness and joy out of a very challenging situation." - Kathy Shoaf
- "Just because we have a diagnosis doesn't mean we can't still have fun. Is it a challenge? Oh, yes. But it's incredibly worth it to make those amazing memories with your loved ones, be they your parents, spouse, aunt, or any other relationship." - Kathy Shoaf
- "Let's try something unique and different. We have many conversations about neuroplasticity, opening up new pathways with senses that are different, new, and exciting. It does increase the ability to be alert and the opportunities to still see mom happy." - Kathy Shoaf
- A diagnosis like dementia doesn't mean the end of precious moments. You can still create unforgettable memories with your loved ones.
- Planning for the golden years is crucial. Having essential documents, like powers of attorney, ready for any health-related changes can make a world of difference.
- Caregivers need to remember to take care of themselves too. It's perfectly okay to take time for yourself and ask for help when you need it.
- There are tons of resources out there for caregivers, from educational seminars to support groups, even customized care options for when you're traveling. These resources can also help create a supportive community for you.
- Even as diseases progress, it's important to remember that joy can still be found. Adapted activities and equipment, along with partnerships between organizations, can provide unique support to families dealing with dementia and memory impairment.
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![Getting Organized in 2023!](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/11970576/Podcast_cover_1__987ru_300x300.png)
Tuesday Jan 17, 2023
![Don’t Worry, We’re Here to Help: How to Take Care of an Aging Parent’s Bottom!](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/11970576/Podcast_cover_1__987ru_300x300.png)
Tuesday Nov 01, 2022
Don’t Worry, We’re Here to Help: How to Take Care of an Aging Parent’s Bottom!
Tuesday Nov 01, 2022
Tuesday Nov 01, 2022
As many of you know, our parents and loved ones are getting older and sometimes they need a little help taking care of their business.
No one really wants to talk about this stuff but it's definitely a topic that we all have to face at some point in our lives. Today, Care Right and Pharma-C are going to give you some insights and talk about the best way to take care of your parents' bottom without making them feel uncomfortable or embarrassed.
![Writing the Final Chapter](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/11970576/Podcast_cover_1__987ru_300x300.png)
Tuesday Oct 11, 2022
Writing the Final Chapter
Tuesday Oct 11, 2022
Tuesday Oct 11, 2022
Kimberly Best, RN, MA, is a Tennessee Rule 31 Listed Civil Mediator and Tennessee Rule 31 Trained Family Mediator. She is a working member of the Association of Conflict Resolution Elder Mediation Professional Development Group as well as a working member of Mediators Beyond Borders, International, and a member of the American Bar Association Dispute Resolution development committee. She is passionate about helping others resolve conflicts in a productive, non-litigious way and committed to finding the optimal solutions for all parties. Kim's unique, diverse experiences and her love of learning inform her work in conflict management. She is the author of “How to Live Forever, A Guide to Writing the Final Chapter of Your Life Story" and is a speaker and trainer on the topics of conflict management, life transitions, and how to make difficult decisions - including end of life issues.
![Financing the Caregiver Journey](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/11970576/Podcast_cover_1__987ru_300x300.png)
Tuesday Sep 27, 2022
Financing the Caregiver Journey
Tuesday Sep 27, 2022
Tuesday Sep 27, 2022
Marc Glickman, FSA, CLTC is CEO and co-founder of BuddyIns, a leading LTC insurance agency and insurtech company. BuddyIns helps developed educational and technology resources for a national network of long term care planning specialists helping families across the country get a LTC plan and to support the over 50 million caregivers in the United States.
Today Marc, will be going over Anything from insurance products and value, history of the industry, how to navigate claims, value of policy at point of claim!
![What You Need to Know About Long Term Care Insurance](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/11970576/Podcast_cover_1__987ru_300x300.png)
Friday Sep 23, 2022
What You Need to Know About Long Term Care Insurance
Friday Sep 23, 2022
Friday Sep 23, 2022
Christopher Nolan, an agent and financial professional with New York Life, works with clients in all stages of their financial life helping them understand their options and achieve their goals. In this episode, he'll answer questions about Long Term Care Insurance that you may have never thought to ask.