Unyoung Heroes Podcast

🎙️ New Episode: "Family Dynamics in Caregiving" – Now Live!

In this heartfelt episode of Unyoung Heroes, Kelly and Megan dive into one of the most complex and emotional aspects of caregiving—family dynamics.

Whether you're a professional caregiver or navigating the journey with your own loved one, you’ve likely seen how caregiving can bring families closer—or create unexpected tension. We explore how roles shift, how communication can either heal or harm, and what happens when past wounds surface in the midst of care.

We share real stories, honest reflections, and practical tips for navigating difficult conversations, setting boundaries, and finding common ground when the stakes are high. This episode is a must-listen for anyone supporting someone living with dementia—or supporting the supporters.

Tune in now, and don’t forget to share with families or coworkers who could use a little encouragement and perspective along the way.

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What should you consider when searching for senior living communities for myself or a loved one? To help us answer this question, we have Beth Prentice joining Megan Kent as  co-host for this informative episode. Finding the right senior living community can be a daunting task. We will discuss some helpful tips and tricks to make the process smoother. 

The words we use matter--let's change the way we talk about aging. This podcast episode we will explore how our language surrounding our seniors has changed over time and why it is important to be mindful of the words we choose to use. Join us in changing the face of aging. 

Understanding the differences between Nursing Homes, Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care is important for your loved ones care. Joins us in the discussion about learning what each one entails and when it might be the right time to start looking for a care facility/community. 

Learn how to have meaningful visits with loved ones who have dementia.

Our special guest, Lynsae Kammeraad, shares valuable insights on making your visits with those who are aging or have dementia more meaningful. Don't miss this informative podcast episode!

Tune in now to learn how you can improve your visits with your loved ones. #dementiaawareness #caregivingtips

Sisters share their touching story of coping with Alzheimer's in the family.

Join us as we take a heartfelt journey with two sisters and learn about the emotional struggles and valuable lessons they encountered as they navigated through their mother's Alzheimer's diagnosis.

Share your own experience with Alzheimer's in the comments below.

When we are faced with a situation so big and so overwhelming it is difficult to know what to do. The pattern of fight, flight or freeze comes into play and deciding which of these to listen to is tremendous. Hearing the story of someone who has traveled the journey and faced these situations can support us and help us move forward and navigate the rocky path. 

This episode is Part one of a two part series.

Today we welcome special guest Freddi Kilburn, a former caregiver for her husband Dan. The story she will share is heartwarming, inspiring and raw. Hopefully, we will all learn from her experiences.

Dementia has influenced so many of us. While it might not be you who has been diagnosed there are millions of people who have been affected. Whether you are a son, daughter, spouse or friend of someone living with dementia we know the impact it has had on all of you. We appreciate you listening in and allowing us in to your world as you do your best to understand this labyrinth and travel this sometimes, rocky road. 

On this episode we wanted to answer the questions you have emailed to us and have posted on our Facebook page. We appreciate every single message, and we want to make sure we cover what is important to you.

Given the growing proportion of the population, older individuals will make up an increasingly larger share of emergency department visits in the coming years. 

Armed with this information, what exactly do we need to know about visiting the hospital as an older adult or as an advocate for an old adult? Does Medicare cover all the costs? What are some of the myths surrounding hospitals and older adults.

 Today we welcome special guest Leslie Dubin, Master of Social Work who has over 25 years of experience working with seniors both in a congregate setting and in a major hospital. 

For older adults living independently, a fall or injury can have devastating effects for their health and wellbeing. Is there anything we can do to prevent falls and injuries? What are the benefits of Physical, Occupational and Speech therapies? Should someone with dementia even consider receiving therapy or is only for the well elderly? You might be very surprised at the information we will discuss on this show. Join us as we learn more about the benefits of therapy and things we can do at every age to help us maintain our independence.