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Reinventing Care: Insights from a Dedicated Caregiver with Christie Tomashek
In this insightful episode of "Pathways to Healing," hosts Cody Norman and Logan Frye sit down with Christie Tomashek, a dedicated caregiver with over 11 years of experience working with people with disabilities. Christie brings a wealth of knowledge from her diverse roles at Casa Colina Hospital and The Perfect Step (TPS), sharing her unique perspective on caregiving for individuals with paralysis.
Christie discusses the differences in care provided at hospitals versus TPS, emphasizing the varying training focuses and methodologies. She provides a candid look at her journey from a CNA at Casa Colina to an integral part of the TPS team, highlighting the skills and insights gained along the way. Listeners will learn about the challenges and rewards of caregiving for paraplegic versus quadriplegic clients, and the specific needs and routines involved in each role.
The episode delves into practical advice for new caregivers, including essential knowledge for the first day, strategies to avoid burnout, and valuable resources for continuous learning about the paralysis community. Christie also shares her thoughts on how her work as an individual caretaker has reshaped her views on patient care in both hospital and TPS settings, offering suggestions for improvements in both areas.
Join us for a deep dive into the world of caregiving with Christie Tomashek, and gain valuable insights into the compassionate care that makes a difference in the lives of those with paralysis.
The Perfect Step Podcast, “Pathways to Healing” aims to provide valuable information, resources, and inspiration to those affected by paralysis, their caregivers, and healthcare professionals. Our hosts Cody Norman and Logan Frye will interview medical professionals, fitness professionals, and even individuals living with paralysis to gather knowledge, information, and feedback with respect to their lines of work, industries, or stories. These interactions will provide compelling and engaging content for our listeners.
You can tune in here on Spotify or
on our Podcast website
on Apple podcast
on YouTube
on Amazon Music
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By The Perfect Step Podcast: Pathways to HealingIn this insightful episode of "Pathways to Healing," hosts Cody Norman and Logan Frye sit down with Christie Tomashek, a dedicated caregiver with over 11 years of experience working with people with disabilities. Christie brings a wealth of knowledge from her diverse roles at Casa Colina Hospital and The Perfect Step (TPS), sharing her unique perspective on caregiving for individuals with paralysis.
Christie discusses the differences in care provided at hospitals versus TPS, emphasizing the varying training focuses and methodologies. She provides a candid look at her journey from a CNA at Casa Colina to an integral part of the TPS team, highlighting the skills and insights gained along the way. Listeners will learn about the challenges and rewards of caregiving for paraplegic versus quadriplegic clients, and the specific needs and routines involved in each role.
The episode delves into practical advice for new caregivers, including essential knowledge for the first day, strategies to avoid burnout, and valuable resources for continuous learning about the paralysis community. Christie also shares her thoughts on how her work as an individual caretaker has reshaped her views on patient care in both hospital and TPS settings, offering suggestions for improvements in both areas.
Join us for a deep dive into the world of caregiving with Christie Tomashek, and gain valuable insights into the compassionate care that makes a difference in the lives of those with paralysis.
The Perfect Step Podcast, “Pathways to Healing” aims to provide valuable information, resources, and inspiration to those affected by paralysis, their caregivers, and healthcare professionals. Our hosts Cody Norman and Logan Frye will interview medical professionals, fitness professionals, and even individuals living with paralysis to gather knowledge, information, and feedback with respect to their lines of work, industries, or stories. These interactions will provide compelling and engaging content for our listeners.
You can tune in here on Spotify or
on our Podcast website
on Apple podcast
on YouTube
on Amazon Music