Empowering Caregivers: The Daughterhood Journey with Rosanne Corcoran
Lighting the Path
In this episode, we welcome Rosanne Corcoran, host of Daughterhood: The Podcast for Caregivers and a recognized advocate for aging. Rosanne shares the inspiring story behind Daughterhood, a vital resource for caregivers, and discusses how her personal caregiving experience was helped by this supportive community. Rosanne brings her wealth of experience and compassionate approach to caregiving, offering listeners valuable insights and strategies for managing the complex world of care. Whether you're a current caregiver or anticipating this role in the future, this episode provides...
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The Caregiving Journey: Lessons from 12 Years With Mom
Lighting the Path
In this episode of Lighting the Path, Rosanne Corcoran shares her transformative journey through 12 years of caregiving for her mother with dementia. Rosanne discusses the emotional and practical challenges she faced, the lessons learned, and the importance of community and support for caregivers. Listeners will gain valuable insights into navigating the complexities of caregiving, including strategies for self-care and coping mechanisms. Join us in this heartfelt discussion and find the support you need on your caregiving journey. Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Daughterhood...
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Providing Practical Support for Caregivers When it's Needed the Most
Lighting the Path
In this episode, we explore the vital role of caregiver support groups in helping family caregivers manage the multifaceted stresses of caring for a loved one with a life-limiting illness. Our guest, John Wayland, a spiritual counselor and facilitator for a caregiver support group at Harbor Hospice, shares his insights and experiences on the practical benefits of these groups. Key Discussion Points: Introduction to Caregiver Support Groups: Definition and purpose of caregiver support groups. Overview of the types of support provided: physical, emotional, and spiritual. Guest Introduction: ...
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Precious Time: A Practical Guide to Compassionate End of Life Communication
Lighting the Path
Jennifer O'Brien, author of The Hospice Doctor's Widow, joins us to discuss her experiences and resources for caregivers and those facing end-of-life situations. Key points from the interview: - Jennifer created "Precious Time," a resource to help healthcare professionals communicate effectively about end-of-life situations. - She discusses the concept of the "triad of certainty". - Jennifer's website (www.hospicedrswidow.com) offers several valuable resources for caregivers, including: - A guide to better sleep - A griever's guide to major days - The "At Peace Toolkit" -...
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The At Peace Toolkit is a Helpful Resource for Everyone
Lighting the Path
Jennifer O'Brien, author of "The Hospice Doctor's Widow," returns to discuss her free "At Peace Toolkit" in this episode. This essential resource, available at hospicedrswidow.com, guides individuals through simple yet crucial steps for end-of-life planning. The At Peace Toolkit offers: - A streamlined approach to end-of-life preparations - Potential life-saving measures for individuals - Strategies to alleviate family stress and complications after death O'Brien, drawing from her personal experience as a caregiver and widow of a hospice physician, designed this toolkit to empower people in...
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A Practical Look at Caregiving From the Hospice Doctor's Widow
Lighting the Path
In this episode, we delve into the poignant and insightful journey chronicled in Jennifer A. O’Brien’s book, The Hospice Doctor’s Widow: A Journal. Jennifer shares her deeply personal experience of caring for her husband, Bob, a hospice and palliative care physician diagnosed with advanced metastatic cancer. This episode is a heartfelt exploration of the challenges and emotional landscape faced by caregivers. Key Topics Discussed: Jennifer's Caregiving Journey: Learn about Jennifer’s transition from wife to caregiver and how she coped with the anticipatory grief and eventual...
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Companioning: An Essential Quality for Hospice Professionals
Lighting the Path
Rev. Dr. Rodney Bolejack emphasizes that "Companioning" is a crucial quality for hospice professionals. In this episode, he outlines the key principles necessary to be a truly supportive companion for someone nearing the end of life, highlighting that it involves more than just physical presence. Personal caregivers and hospice professionals alike can gain valuable insights into how to provide the compassionate companionship that individuals need during their final moments. Follow . Follow . For more information about Harbor Hospice, please...
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The Value and Power of Conferences for Hospice Professionals
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Learning and growing as a professional is important in any field, including hospice and palliative care. In this episode Rev. Dr. Rodney Bolejack shares the messages he presented to a conference of hospice chaplains for Harbor Hospice and Beacon Hospice. Rodney has been working in hospice for over 30 years and has spent many of those years teaching and training others. Whether you are new to hospice or are a seasoned veteran, hospice conferences are a valuable resource for growth and learning as a professional. To learn more about the and their chaplains'...
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Elizabeth Uslander, MSW, Shares the Important Concept of Transformational Grief
Lighting the Path
Elizabeth Uslander is a medical social worker and the spiritual director of Empowered Endings. Elizabeth has also been a bereavement counselor using the concept of "transformational grief" to aid individuals who have experienced losses and help them discover ways of finding meaning. In this episode she will dive deep into this important concept of transformational grief. To learn more about Elizabeth Uslander and Empowered Endings you can visit their website at . You can also connect with Elizabeth on . Follow . Follow . For more information about...
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Elizabeth Uslander Believes Spirituality is Medicine for the Soul
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Elizabeth Uslander is a medical social worker and a spiritual counselor, and the co-founder of Empowered Endings with her husband, Dr. Bob Uslander. In this episode Elizabeth shares how spirituality and spiritual practices can be medicine for the soul. She believes this is especially true for someone at the end of life. She also discusses how spiritual counselors can provide care for a population of people with very diverse belief systems. To learn more about Elizabeth Uslander and Empowered Endings you can visit their website at . You can also connect with Elizabeth on...
info_outlineJennifer O'Brien, author of "The Hospice Doctor's Widow," returns to discuss her free "At Peace Toolkit" in this episode. This essential resource, available at hospicedrswidow.com, guides individuals through simple yet crucial steps for end-of-life planning.
The At Peace Toolkit offers:
- A streamlined approach to end-of-life preparations
- Potential life-saving measures for individuals
- Strategies to alleviate family stress and complications after death
O'Brien, drawing from her personal experience as a caregiver and widow of a hospice physician, designed this toolkit to empower people in making informed decisions about their end-of-life care. The episode explores how this free, downloadable resource can help listeners:
- Navigate difficult conversations about death and dying
- Organize important documents and information
- Communicate end-of-life wishes effectively
By discussing the At Peace Toolkit, this episode provides valuable insights for anyone looking to proactively address end-of-life planning, ensuring peace of mind for themselves and their loved ones.
Connect with Jennifer:
- Visit her website: hospicedoctorswidow.com
- Follow her on social media for more insights and updates.
Connect with Harbor Hospice & Beacon Hospice: