Dr. Lakelyn is joined by caregiving expert Michele Manger to talk about tips and strategies for caregivers to help them overcome resistance to care.

Episode highlights include:

- Why older adults are resistant to care and support

- Strategies for how to approach the conversation

- Practical tips for overcoming resistance to care

Helpful links from the episode:

- Inspired Caring Podcast

- www.michelemagner.com 

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Dr. Lakelyn is joined by family caregiver and dementia advocate Loretta Veney, to share ideas for meaningful activities for dementia caregivers.

Watch the video version here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0s1kynmTjkM

Episode highlights include:

- Why meaningful engagement is important

- Considerations for tailoring activities to the individual

- Ideas for activities that are affordable and fun

Helpful links from the episode:

-lorettaveney.com 

-dabblesack.com 

- OuiSi playing cards - shop.ouisi.co 

-Zinnia - Therapeutic TV

-Mirador Magazine

-Nana’s Books

-Music with Alexis

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Dr. Lakelyn is joined by dementia expert and advocate Carrie Aalberts, to talk about the top 10 resources that all dementia family caregivers should know.

Connect with Carrie Aalberts:

- ⁠Dementia Darling⁠

- Instagram: ⁠@dementiadarling⁠ 

Episode highlights include the top 10 resources:

1 - Alzheimer's Association

2 - Support groups and online support communities

3 - Other dementia specific websites

- Lewy Body Dementia Association

- Association for Frontotemporal Degeneration

- Lorenzo’s House

4 - Respite care 

- Home Instead

- National Adult Day Service Association

- Area Agencies on Aging 

5 - Meaningful engagement activities 

- Zinnia - Therapeutic TV

- Mirador Magazine

- Nana’s Books

- Music with Alexis

6 - Hilarity for Charity - HFC

7 - Care Navigator Services

- Aging Life Care Association 

- Steadii

8 - Dementia Friendly America & Dementia Friends

9 - National Council of Dementia Minds & Dementia Action Alliance 

10 - YouTube Channels

- Home Insted’s ALZ DIY video series

-  Teepa Snow 

- Dementia Careblazers

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Dr. Lakelyn is joined by author and caregiving expert Dr. Aaron Blight, to talk about the benefits of reflecting on your caregiving mindset and tools to help you do so.

Episode highlights include:

- Understanding how the caregiving journey evolves over time

- Recognizing important inflection points in your caregiving

- Learning a simple exercise to chart your caregiving journey

- Adapting your caregiver mindset over time 

Helpful links from this episode:

- Caregiving Kinetics

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With severe weather hitting parts of the country, Dr. Lakelyn interviews Emergency Response Specialist Jen Masotja-Wright on important considerations for caregivers on staying safe. Listen in to learn more!

Episode highlights include:

- How to prepare for severe weather

- What to include in an emergency kit

- Discussing safety plans with your aging loved one

- Important resources for safety

Helpful links from this episode:

- FEMA Caregiver Preparedness Guide

- FEMA app

- Red Cross 

- Article: Emergency Preparedness Checklist

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Dr. Lakelyn is joined by author and aging expert Maddy Dychtwald, to talk about how caregivers can take ownership of our own aging journey. They explore how embracing aging can help overcome societal biases and prioritize self-care. 

Episode highlights include:

- Why caregivers should care about their own aging journey.

- Dispel myths and biases about aging.

- Uncover how a person can take charge of their aging journey.

- Learn tips for health and wellness that help us age gracefully.

Helpful links from this episode:

- Maddy’s website

- Maddy’s new book: Ageless Aging

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Dr. Lakelyn discusses the intersection of family caregiving for aging loved ones and finances.

Episode highlights include:

- The costs of caregiving

- Impacts of the role on the caregiver’s finances

- Options to pay for long term care

- Tips for planning for caregivers’ financial well-being

Helpful links from this episode:

- AARP Caregiving Out-of-Pocket Cost Study

- Genworth Cost of Care Report

- Funding Solutions Guide

- Long Term Care Insurance Guide

- Area Agency on Aging 

- National Alliance for Caregiving

- Wiser Women - Financial Caregiving Hub

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Dr. Lakelyn explores the unique role that music plays in providing comfort, connection, and joy to both caregivers and their loved ones. She’s joined by music therapist Tara Jenkins who shares about the therapeutic qualities of music, expert insights, and practical tips on how to integrate music into caregiving routines. 

Episode highlights include:

- An overview of the therapeutic qualities of music

- Insights on when to use music and when not to

- Practical tips on using music in day-to-day care

- How to use music for caregivers as self-care

 Helpful links from this episode:

- Harmony in Dementia (Tara Jenkins’ website)

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Dr. Lakelyn steps into the important topic of fall prevention. Many older adults worry about taking a spill, and family caregivers stress over what could happen if their loved ones fall. She is joined by fellow gerontologist April Ibarra to talk about tips for being proactive and preventing falls.

Episode highlights include:

- Importance of fall prevention

- Potential risk factors for falls

- Tips to proactively prevent falls

- Conversation starters to discuss the topic 

Helpful links from this episode:

-Home Safety Checklist

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Dr. Lakelyn delves into a topic that affects millions of families worldwide: hearing loss in aging adults. As caregivers, it's crucial to understand the prevalence, challenges, and resources available to support our loved ones who may be experiencing this issue.

Episode highlights include:

- Signs of hearing loss

- Challenges of untreated hearing loss

- Discussion starters

- Tips for caregivers

 Helpful links from this episode:

- Hearing Loss Association of America

- Is Hearing Loss the Culprit? Video

- Book: Hearing and Beyond

- National Hearing Test (Phone Test)  

- Article: Learn the Hidden Risks of Hearing Loss

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