Dementia Caregiver Support for Christians: Tips for Alzheimer’s & Dementia Caregivers to Manage Stress, Prevent Burnout & Handle Difficult Behaviors

99. How One Simple Tool For Professional Healthcare Providers Can Make Dementia Caregiving Easier With Chris Kelsey


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Ever left a doctor's appointment feeling more lost than when you entered? You're not alone. 

Many find the healthcare system overwhelming, especially when faced with a new diagnosis or treatment plan. Recognizing this challenge, an innovative solution has emerged, aiming to simplify the healthcare journey for dementia caregivers and their loved ones.

The episode features a conversation with Chris Kelsey from Paths, a platform designed to aid family caregivers in navigating the healthcare system, especially concerning dementia care. 

VillagePaths.com was born out of a personal journey where the founder experienced the shortcomings of the healthcare system firsthand. The platform aims to simplify the healthcare journey by providing curated steps of information to help patients and caregivers navigate complex situations.

 

3:33 Paths Platform Introduction with Chris Kelsey

6:19 Paths Backstory and Motivation
9:56 Coping with Dementia from a Christian Perspective
11:21 Barriers to Dementia Care Education
15:02 Challenges in Healthcare System Education
16:24 Importance of Family Caregiver Coordination
20:12 Lack of Stress Assessment in Healthcare
26:19 Coordinating Caregivers in Families
31:19 Healthcare Navigation Challenge
34:43 Overcoming Misbeliefs about Dementia Care
35:52 Beginning Caregiving Journey with Hope

 

As healthcare continues to evolve, so too must the resources available to those navigating its complexities. Paths offers a promising solution for dementia caregivers, providing a clearer, more manageable approach to healthcare education and coordination. 

By embracing innovative solutions like Paths, we can ensure that caregivers are equipped not only with the knowledge they need but also with the hope and support that can make all the difference on their caregiving journey.

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