The Empowered Caregiver

Caregiving is a challenging role that brings about purpose, however, it can also bring  overwhelm and exhaustion. In this episode of the Empowered Caregiver podcast, ValerieB discusses the importance of patience in caregiving in this bonus episode of the Dementia, Dignity, and Care series for the month of April.

She will talk about:
* Why your patience is running thin.
* What to do in your moments of impatience with your loved one.
* What to do if you have already been impatient.

The Empowered Caregiver podcast is a safe space created for caregivers and provides ongoing encouragement, practical tools, wisdom, and more. 

If you are feeling stressed, check out the Caregiver Burnout Check-in that will gauge your stress level and provide you with steps for relief :  https://valerieb.podia.com

If you just need a reset or recharge after a challenging or long day, try one of the caregiver resets called Caregiver Calm on Insight Timer: https://insighttimer.com

Caregiving brings purpose and care however it can also be overwhelming and heavy.  In this episode of the Empowered Caregiver podcast, ValerieB continues the Dementia, Dignity, and Care series.  In this final episode in the series, the focus will be on a caregiver’s brain health.

In this episode ValerieB discusses:
* Why brain health is so important.
* Change the question of can dementia be prevented.
* 5 areas that support brain health

The Empowered Caregiver is a safe space for caregivers.  This podcast provides practical tools, wisdom, and honest conversations. 

If you are feeling overwhelmed, check out the free Caregiver Burnout Check-In: https://valerieb.podia.com

If you are in need of periodic resets or recharges after a challenging day, visit Caregiver Calm: https://insighttimer.com

These episodes are for educational and informational purposes only and should not be used as a replacement for medical help and support.  

Caregiving brings purpose, love, and care however it can feel heavy especially when caring for a loved one living with Dementia.  In this episode of the Empowered Caregiver podcast, ValerieB will continue the April series, Dementia, Dignity, and Care and talks about dealing with hallucinations.

In this episode, ValerieB will:
* Define hallucinations
* Explain why they sometimes occur.
* Recommend how a caregiver can respond in the moment.

The Empowered Caregiver podcast is a safe space for caregivers to receive encouragement, wisdom, and practical tools.

If you are feeling stressed by caregiving, checkout the Caregiver Burnout Check-In at: https://valerieb.podia.com

If you would like time to reset and recharge then look for the guided meditations on Insight Timer called “Caregiver Calm”: https://insighttimer.com

All episodes are for educational and informational purposes only and should not be used as a replacement for professional help. 

Caregiving brings, purpose, love, and knowledge, however it can also bring burnout, anger, and a vast amount of emotions.  In this episode of the Empowered Caregiver podcast, ValerieB talks openly about some of the hidden emotions caregivers may experience, especially if you are doing it all alone. 

In this episode, ValerieB will discuss:
* The moments a caregiver feels truly alone.
* How to grieve the absentee family.
* How to build villages of your own even without family and/or friends. 
*How to put in place some practical anchors for yourself.

The Empowered Caregiver podcast is a safe space for caregivers to find wisdom, encouragement, practical tools, and talk honestly about the realities of caring for an aging loved one.

Check out the short meditation resets to help caregivers recharge:  https://insighttimer.com
Feeling overwhelmed, checkout the Caregiver Burnout Check-In to help you gauge your stress level:  https://valerieb.podia.com

These podcasts are for informational and educational purposes only.  Please do not use them as a replacement for seeking professional assistance.  

Caregiving brings love, purpose, and sometimes extended care.  It can also be overwhelming and exhausting especially when caring for a loved one with Dementia.  We are still in our April series, focused on Dementia care. In this episode of the Empowered Caregiver podcast, ValerieB talks openly about sundowning, what she knows all too well. 

In this episode she will discuss:
*What sundowning is.
* Why sundowning occurs.
* What a caregiver can do help to plan for it and during this time.

The Empowered Caregiver podcast is a safe space for caregivers to find practical tools, real conversations, encouragement, and wisdom about the realities of caring for an aging loved one.

If you are feeling a bit overwhelmed, check out the Caregiver Burnout Check-In at: https://valerieb.podia.com

If you need a short reset or recharge, visit Caregiver Calm on Insight Timer: https://insighttimer.com

These episodes are for educational purposes only and is not a replacement for any professional help.

Caregiving brings so much purpose however it can be quite exhausting.  In this episode of the Empowered Caregiver podcast, ValerieB will continue the Dementia, Dignity, and Care series for the month of April by talking about “How to Talk With a Loved One Who Has Dementia”.  

In this episode, ValerieB will discuss: 
*Why communication is different with a person living with Dementia. 
* One of the biggest communication mistakes a caregiver makes. 
* How to effectively use redirection.
* Practical communication strategies. 

This is a safe space for caregivers who are looking for some practical tools, wisdom, encouragement, and guidance on their caregiving journey. 

Feeling overwhelmed?  Check out the Caregiver Burnout Check-In, a free resource to help you determine your current stress level.  https://valerieb.podia.com

Caregiving brings love and purpose, however it can be challenging especially for a loved one who is living with Dementia and/or Alzheimer’s. In this episode of the Empowered Caregiver podcast, ValerieB talks about the hidden emotions many caregivers do not freely express when caring for a loved one with this disease.

In this episode ValerieB will talk about “What a Dementia Caregiver Needs”.  She will discuss:
* Why a caregiver of Dementia/Alzheimers is effected a lot by caregiving.
* What five (5) things a dementia caregiver needs most and don’t really ask for.
* Why a dementia caregiver hesitates to ask for help.
* Some steps a dementia caregiver can begin taking to ask for support today.

The Empowered Caregiver podcast is a safe space for all caregivers to find encouragement, wisdom, practical tools, and do some self-reflection about the realities of caring for an aging loved one.

If you are feeling overwhelmed, check out my free Caregiver Burnout Check-In at
https://valerieb.podia.com. 

This month, the Empowered Caregiver podcast will do a special series on Dementia.  In this first episode of Dementia, Dignity, and Care, ValerieB will explore “The Early Signs of Dementia that Families Sometimes Miss”.   What can be viewed as normal aging, stress, or forgetfulness is sometimes the start of something more serious.

In this episode, ValerieB will discuss:
*The common early warning signs of Dementia.
* The signs that families sometimes miss.
* Why families dismiss the signs.
* How paying attention, observing, and journaling can make a big difference.

Caregiving for a loved one living with Dementia can be overwhelming and may require more attention, patience, and care.  This episode will help you respond with awareness, wisdom, and more clarity.

If you are feeling overwhelmed, check out the free Caregiver Burnout Check-In at
https://valerieb.podia.com

Caregiving brings love, purpose, and hope, however it can also bring anger, burnout, exhaustion, and more.  In this episode of the Empowered Caregiver podcast, ValerieB talks openly about the hidden emotions that caregivers dont usually talk about but experience on a regular basis. 

In today’s episode: 

* I just want to check-in with you and let you know that you are in my thoughts. 
* i want you to pause, and listen to your body, your mind, and your heart. 
* I want you to answer 10 questions so you can gauge your stress level.
* I want you to listen to the recommendations. 

The Empowered Caregiver is a safe space for caregivers to find encouragement, wisdom, guidance, and some practical tools that may help you on a daily basis.  I will always keep the conversations real and honest and share some of the realities of caring for an aging loved one. 

Caregiving brings love and purpose, however it can also bring fear, burnout, anger, and a heaviness.  In this episode of the Empowered Caregiver podcast, ValerieB talks openly about the hidden “what ifs” that caregivers sometimes feel.

In this episode ValerieB will:
* Share one of a caregiver’s greatest fear.
* Give you signs that tell you that you are getting close to your breaking point.
* Give you signs of what you can do before reaching your breaking point.
* Help you to reframe the fear you are feeling.

The Empowered Caregiver podcast is a safe space for caregivers to find encouragement, real talk about real issues, wisdom, practical tools, transparency about the realities of caring for an aging loved one.

If you are feeling overwhelmed, check out the Caregiver Burnout Check-In at
https://valerieb.podia.com