Don’t Let The Old Lady In

Why learning to trust your inner wisdom may be one of the most important steps toward living a healthier, more intentional life.

Have you ever had a quiet feeling that something deserved your attention...but you weren't sure whether to trust it?

In this Conversation with Lorie, I share the whispers that changed the course of my life—from knowing I was meant to become a nurse, to discovering meditation during one of the most stressful seasons of my life, to listening to the subtle symptom that ultimately led to the discovery of my pancreatic condition.

As a registered nurse, healthcare advocate, board-certified health and wellness coach, I don't believe intuition replaces good medical care.

I believe it often invites us to pay attention, ask better questions, and seek the answers we need.

This conversation is about slowing down long enough to hear ourselves again.

The conversation that introduces my philosophy of listening to your body, trusting your inner wisdom, and creating a life of health, vitality, and purpose.

What if your body isn’t working against you—but trying to help you?

In this deeply personal opening conversation, Lorie shares the experiences that shaped her philosophy of longevity, healing, and self-trust. Through stories of nursing, meditation, health challenges, and purpose, she invites listeners to begin listening to the quiet wisdom within themselves.

One conversation can change everything in a hospital setting.

In this final episode of the Hospital Safety Series, we explore the power of speaking up when something doesn’t feel right.

You’ll learn how to communicate concerns clearly, why caregiver advocacy matters, and how early intervention can significantly impact patient outcomes.

This episode brings the entire series together and empowers you to step into your role as a confident care partner.

I encourage you to bookmark the Care Partner Project website https://thecarepartnerproject.org/prep-for-hospital-stay/ so you are prepared with the most valuable information should you or a loved one be admitted to the hospital.  This information is so important help get the word out and share this with your people!

Hospital discharge is one of the most overlooked and high-risk transitions in patient care.

In this episode, we break down why discharge instructions are often confusing and how families can feel overwhelmed in the moment.

You’ll learn what to ask before leaving the hospital, including medication changes, warning signs, follow-up care, and who to contact if problems arise.

This episode helps ensure a safer, more confident transition from hospital to home.

Don't forget to checkout this Care Partner Project link to get your checklists so you are prepared for a discharge: https://thecarepartnerproject.org/plan-for-discharge/.  

Sometimes, the most important warning sign in the hospital is not visible on a monitor—it’s a feeling that something is wrong.

In this episode, we explore how caregiver intuition plays a critical role in patient safety.

You’ll learn what “something feels off” can look like in real hospital situations, why it should never be ignored, and how to communicate concerns clearly to medical staff.

This episode helps build confidence in speaking up, even without medical certainty.

#patientadvocacy #intuition #patientsafety #hospitalsafety

Urinary catheters are commonly used in hospitals—but they are also a leading cause of hospital-acquired infections.

In this episode, we break down why catheter use increases UTI risk and what families need to know about prevention.

You’ll learn when a catheter is truly necessary, why daily reassessment matters, and what questions to ask to help reduce infection risk.

This episode empowers caregivers to advocate for safer, shorter catheter use whenever possible.

Visit thecarepartnerproject.org for more vital information and your checklists: https://thecarepartnerproject.org/a-safe-and-sound-hospital-stay/ 

#UTI #hospitalacquiredinfection

Pressure injuries, also known as bed sores, can develop quickly in hospitalized patients who are immobile.

In this episode, we explain how pressure ulcers form, why they can start within hours, and what increases risk in hospital settings.

You’ll learn practical caregiver strategies such as repositioning, skin checks, hydration awareness, and advocating for pressure-relieving surfaces.

This episode is essential for anyone caring for a bedbound or recovering patient.

Be sure to visit  thecarepartnerproject.org  https://thecarepartnerproject.org/a-safe-and-sound-hospital-stay/ to get your checklists and in-depth hospital safety information and so much more!

#bedsoreprevention #pressureulcer #

Medication errors are one of the most common safety issues in healthcare settings—but they are often preventable with awareness and communication.

In this episode, we explore how medication mistakes happen in hospitals, including look-alike drugs, timing errors, and communication breakdowns.

You’ll learn what questions to ask before every medication dose, how to track medications during a hospital stay, and how to recognize early warning signs of adverse reactions.

This is essential listening for anyone supporting a hospitalized loved one.

Check out TheCarePartnerProject website link to get your amazing checklists: https://thecarepartnerproject.org/a-safe-and-sound-hospital-stay/

#hospitalsafety #medicationerrors 

Blood clots are a hidden but serious risk during hospitalization, especially after surgery or periods of immobility.

In this episode, we explain how deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism (PE) develop, and why hospital patients are at increased risk.

You’ll learn prevention strategies such as mobility, compression devices, and early warning signs to watch for. We also discuss important questions to ask your care team to ensure proper clot prevention is in place.

If you want even more important information and checklists, go to The Care Partner Project website to learn much more invaluable and life-saving information: https://thecarepartnerproject.org/. 

#bloodclots #DVTprevention #pulomaryembolismrisk #postsurgerycomplications #hospitalpatientsafety #patientadvocacy

Hospital-acquired infections are a serious but often overlooked risk during a hospital stay.

In this episode, we break down how infections like MRSA, VRE, and C. difficile spread—and what family caregivers can do to help reduce risk.

You’ll learn why hand hygiene is critical, when to request specific cleaning practices, and how to confidently advocate for infection prevention in real time.

This episode empowers you with simple but powerful actions that can help protect your loved one from avoidable hospital infections.

Be sure to go to the Care Partner Project website for in-depth checklists for anything you may need in the hospital and more!  https://thecarepartnerproject.org/. 

#hospitalinfections #MRSAprevention #Cdiffinfection #patientsafety #hospitalcaregiveradvocacy #infectioncontrol #patientadvocacy