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The Benefits of Working with a Senior Care Advisor with Tanya Schoenhoff

Eye on the Caregiver

Release Date: 02/07/2023

The Benefits of Working with a Senior Care Advisor with Tanya Schoenhoff

Eye on the Caregiver

The Human Giver Syndrome With Kay Coughlin: Part Two of Two

Eye on the Caregiver

Kay Coughlin, business coach, advocate for family caregivers, and CEO of Facilitator On Fire joins Sean and Michele to debunk myths about being a caregiver. Such a great conversation, we had to split it into two episodes! Continue the conversation in this week's episode about debunking the caregiving myths. Kay's podcast: Kay's LinkedIn: Kay's Website:

The Human Giver Syndrome With Kay Coughlin: Part One of Two

Eye on the Caregiver

Kay Coughlin, business coach, advocate for family caregivers, and CEO of Facilitator On Fire joins Sean and Michele to debunk myths about being a caregiver. Listen as they dive into The Human Giver Syndrome - something so fascinating, we split the conversation into two episodes! Come back next week for part two. Kay's podcast: Kay's LinkedIn: Kay's Website:

Caregiver To-Go Kit with Dr. Brittany Lamb

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Dr. Brittany Lamb returns with Sean and Michele to go over the best things to have with you when your loved one needs a trip to the emergency room. She goes over how to make sure your care team is aware of everything and anything they need to help your loved one.

Caregiving for a Veteran

Eye on the Caregiver

Sean and Michele are joined by Rory Clark of The Legacy Elder Law Center. A native of Virginia with deep roots in his community, Rory has more than 30 years’ experience practicing elder law, estate planning, asset protection, Veteran’s affairs, and special needs planning. Through his personal journey, Rory not only understands the complex legal issues involved as a professional but also the intense emotional issues as a caregiver. More Info:

Reach Out Through Music with Peter Burroughs and Carlos Cesar

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Carlos César Rodríguez and Peter Joshua Burroughs join Michele and Sean to talk through the power of music when working with those who are affected by dementia and their caregivers. In this fun and upbeat episode, Carlos and Peter take you through living in the moment, engaging, and meeting an individual where they are mentally and emotionally to bring out joy and life through music. romez3arts.com/ romez3arts@gmail.com

Corporations and Caregivers

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Sean slides into the guest chair as he and Michele share what they’ve learned about caregivers in the workplace. As founder and CEO of Windward Consulting, Sean speaks to checking in with employees who are caregivers, helpful tips on being in the people business, and stressing the importance of communication to help not only your employees but also your business by investing in caregivers and what they are facing. More Info: https://www.rosalynncarter.org/new-white-paper-reveals-why-one-in-five-employees-are-at-risk-of-leaving-the-workforce-and-what-employers-can-do-to-help/...

Long Distance Caregivers

Eye on the Caregiver

Sean and Michele are joined by Laura Smothers-Chu, Founder of Befriended Hearts: Discover Joy in Dementia. Befriended Heart provides realistic, practical, and positive steps for long-distance caregivers to help their parents navigate all aspects of dementia, from the early through late stages of the disease. Listen as they discuss key steps you can take when caring from a distance. More Info: https://www.joyindementia.com/

Avoid Scams Against Elders and Dementia with Melissa Smarr

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Melissa Smarr is a lifelong Northern Virginia resident, who has worked for Fairfax County Government for 20 years in different capacities and at three agencies. In 2010, Melissa was promoted to branch chief, where she manages building code complaints, unlicensed contractor complaints, and conducts public outreach events. She is a facilitator of the multi-agency initiative, the Silver Shield Anti-Scam Campaign since 2017, which focuses on educating older residents about how they can protect themselves from scammers.

Debunking the Myths of Hospice with David Dowd

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David M. Dowd co-founded AlēvCare™ Hospice in 2017 and serves as the President and CEO. He acts as the visionary for the agency providing direction for team development and guidance as well as day-to-day operational support across various roles. Sean, Michele, and David spend time breaking down the biggest myths about hospice, and how to best prepare to take care of a loved one.

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Tanya Schoenhoff is a Certified Dementia Trainer and Educator and a Senior Care Advisor at Senior Provisions, an organization dedicated to serving families and seniors with their broad spectrum of needs through advocacy and resources. They help families find the best senior care solutions for Independent Living Services, Assisted Living Facilities, Personal Care Homes, Dementia and Memory Care Facilities, and Home Care Services while meeting their client's needs, budgets, and locations. Tanya has over 20 years of experience working in healthcare roles, including as a pharmaceutical representative, an emergency room patient liaison, an outreach coordinator for assisted living, and the director of a non-profit providing free healthcare. In addition to her role at Senior Previsions, Tanya currently serves as a member of the Southern Crescent Alzheimer Association Committee, which she has served for nearly a decade.

Tanya joins us today to discuss the role of a Senior Care Advisor, the services they offer, and what it’s like for families to work with one. We discuss Tanya’s experience searching for a Senior Care Advisor for her parents and why she felt it was important to find an advisor close to her parent's home. We discuss how Senior Care Advisors help families find the best services and facilities available for their loved ones and the challenges that many families face when the level of care their loved one needs changes. We discuss how Senior Care Advisors help families navigate the challenges associated with funding elder care services and identify the benefits they may qualify for. Tanya also shares tips to help long-distance family members to find suitable senior care services and facilities for their loved ones and the questions she recommends families ask when searching for a senior care advisory company in another state.

“Senior Care Advisors come alongside families to help them find the next best resources and options.” - Tanya Schoenhoff

This week on the Eye on the Caregiver Podcast:

Understanding the role of a Senior Care Advisor
What it’s like to work with a Senior Care Advisor
How Senior Care Advisors help families find rehabilitation centers, skilled nursing services, and long-term senior care facilities
Facing tough decisions when a senior patient’s needs change
How Senior Care Advisors help families decide the best options available for their loved ones
The benefits of working with a small, local senior care advisory company
Navigating the financial decisions associated with elder care
Senior Provisions’ commitment to keeping their client’s private information confidential
How can long-distance relatives find the best elder care services for their loved ones
Questions you should ask when searching for a senior care advisory company

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Alzheimer’s Association

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