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 hig

Dealing with Conflict in Caregiving

Mar 24th, 2020 20m 40s

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

Caregiving with COVID-19

Mar 17th, 2020 23m 42s

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.

Understanding Home Health and Hospice

Mar 10th, 2020 35m 33s

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 ass

Partnering with your Primary Care Physician

Mar 3rd, 2020 45m 53s

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 fam

Understanding Medicaid

Feb 25th, 2020 37m 13s

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 governm

Creating a Winning Care Team

Feb 18th, 2020 14m

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

Learning to Care for Yourself While Caring for Others with Dana Walters

Feb 11th, 2020 38m 6s

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 ca

Estate Planning and Elder Law with Greg Varner-Part 2

Feb 4th, 2020 28m 49s

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

Estate Planning and Elder Law with Greg Varner-Part 1

Jan 28th, 2020 20m 30s

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 t

Planning for the Financial Side of Care

Jan 21st, 2020 34m 58s

One of the biggest fears people have is outliving their money. It can be scary not only for an aging senior but also for the caregiver of that senior. Today on JeriTalk, we continue our conversation on planning for care by diving into the finan

Care Planning; Start with an Assesment

Jan 15th, 2020 22m 38s

Its the start of a new year and for many of us, that means working on a plan for new goals, budgets, maybe vacations, or upcoming projects. But what I find many people lack, is a Care Plan. Not sure what I’m talking about? Tune into this episod

Caregiver Burnout with Margie Taylor, Ph.D., LPC-S

Jan 7th, 2020 36m 26s

Today on the podcast I talk with Margie Taylor, Ph.D., LPC-S about caregiver burnout. This is an all too real situation that many caregivers face and it so hard to take time for yourself when you are caring for someone else. Margie has such a b

My Christmas Gift to You…

Dec 24th, 2019 2m 59s

This season can be so hard…If this is you, and today is a tough one, or its just not been the magical Christmas season that you hoped for, take a moment and listen to this short clip from my oldest son, James. I hope it touches your heart as it

Gift Guide for Elderly

Dec 17th, 2019 10m 32s

Tis the season for giving gifts, but what if you still haven’t found the perfect gift for the aging senior in your life? Fear not! Today on the podcast I give you my last minute gift guide! And to make things as easy as possible, I’m linking be

When Roles Reverse with Jenny Luttrell

Dec 10th, 2019 30m 24s

Today on the podcast I’m joined by my friend Jenny Luttrell who talks about the changes in roles she had to face during her mother’s cancer diagnosis. Changing from the role of being cared for, to ultimately, the one caring for the parent, can

Palliative Care with Dr. Michael Gabriel

Dec 3rd, 2019 32m 29s

Today on the podcast, we talk with Dr. Michael Gabriel, Lead Physician in Connecticut and New York for Aspire Healthcare, on the subject of Palliative Care. Dr. Gabriel explains what Palliative Care really is, dispels some myths, and gives us s

Hiring Home Caregivers

Nov 26th, 2019 18m 23s

Today we talk about hiring help for your aging parent. Hiring a home care aide or caregiver is not an easy decision to make, and honestly, it can be an overwhelming process. Today’s episode will help you organize your thoughts and prepare to as

Medication Management

Nov 19th, 2019 40m 11s

Pharmacist Krystal Cummings discusses caring for her aging Grandmother and the importance of managing medications. This week on the podcast I talk to Krystal Cummings-busy mom of two, pharmacist, and primary caregiver to her Granny. This episod

Welcome to JeriTalk

Nov 13th, 2019 38m 15s

Dana Walters- becoming the caregiver to her parents during their final stages On this very first episode of JeriTalk, Dana Walters- wife, mother, hospice nurse, health and wellness coach- talks about becoming the caregiver to both of her parent