JeriTalk

Jennifer Gumbel joins me to share how to organize your assets and finances to be prepared for the afterlife. She shares how having a plan in place can help family members know what to expect and find some grounding amid grief. Jennifer also highlights how you can normalize the conversation about estate planning, so it doesn’t have to be a taboo topic for you and your family.

Today, I discuss the topic of conflict within the caregiving community and why so many people fail to address it.

Dr. Vines joins me again today to discuss COVID-19, what it is, and why it’s considered a ‘novel’ virus. We discuss what caregivers need to know to help keep the spread of the coronavirus at a minimum for themselves and their loved ones.

Buffy Lovelady joins me today to discuss the difference between home health and hospice services. We discuss the myths and misconceptions about home health and hospice services, how to qualify for each type of service, and the various costs associated with using these services.

Dr. Justin Vines joins me today to discuss why it’s crucial for patients to view their primary care physician as a healthcare and caregiving partner. We discuss his perspective on common misconceptions around what it truly means to practice family medicine and why he believes PCP’s are a patient’s first line of defense against serious illnesses.

With confidence I think I can say one of the MOST confusing aspects of caring for an aging senior is insurance. And honestly, I have worked with so many difference providers of long term care insurance, traditional health insurance, and government insurance...its all confusing. But as confusing as it is, we have to understand it. At least enough to avoid errors.

Don’t skip this episode! It’s so easy today to just say, “I can handle it all myself.” But the reality is no one can “do it all” especially when “it all” entails caring for an aging parent or loved one. In this episode I give you practical and specific tools to walk through creating a […]

Today’s episode is a repeat of one of our very first episodes. Dana Walters is a mom, wife, hospice nurse, and daughter who became the primary caregiver to both of her parents before they died. Dana shares her story as a hospice nurse turned caregiver; the emotions, challenges, gifts along the journey, and offers some […]

We are continuing our conversation with Attorney Greg Varner today and getting deep into the specifics. This is an episode you will want to listen to regardless if you have an aging loved one! Grab and pen and paper and take notes! If you have specific questions for Greg or would like more information on […]

Do terms like Advance Directive, Durable Power of Attorney, Guardian or Conservator confuse and overwhelm you!? Let me just say, you’re not alone!! The legal side of caring for an aging parent or loved one can be tempting to ignore solely due to its complex nature. But Attorney Greg Varner has such a great way […]