Caregiving Gen X Style

Alzheimer's Caregiving

In this episode of CGS, Jennifer and Steve talk with Christoph Sisson, host of the podcast "Living with Alzheimer's with Christoph and Ginger."  Christoph tells us about caregiving for his mother, Ginger, who was diagnosed with Alzheimer's Disease nearly five years ago.  Also, learn about Gagi's recent success and what happens when Steve suggests he's Nana's favorite son.
Links mentioned in this episode: Living with Alzheimer's: https://www.lwalz.com/Alzheimer's Association: https://www.alz.org/
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Secondary Caregiving

Based on a listener question, Jennifer and Steve provide tips for those unsung heroes, the secondary caregivers.  Plus, a medical procedure for Gagi that forced some together time for her and Jennifer, and an update on Nana's progress recovering from her recent hospitalization.
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People You'll Meet

In this episode of Caregiving Gen X Style, Jennifer and Steve run down the standard people you'll come across in facilities like nursing homes, skilled nursing, and assisted living facilities.  With a nod to Dr. Seuss, these are the People You'll Meet.
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Listener Tips and Feedback

In this all new CGS, Jennifer and Steve reach into their mailbag and read great listener tips and feedback on the show.  Also, learn about Gagi's big day and Nana's scary hospitalization.
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7 Things I Wish I Knew Before Becoming a Caregiver

In this episode of CGS, Jennifer and Steve talk with Staci B, a woman who has been a caregiver for more than a decade and has come up with a list of things she'd known before taking the job.
Links mentioned in this episode:stacib.com
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Don't Go Broke While Caregiving

In this all new episode of Caregiving Gen X Style, Jennifer and Steve talk with podcaster and personal finance adviser Dalene Higgins about how to avoid going broke while taking care of your elderly parent.  Also, learn about Gagi's freight train snoring and how Nana "almost" remembered where her blanket came from.
Links mentioned in this episode:Wealthy After 40 Podcast Elevate Finances
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Is it an emergency?

In this latest Caregiving Gen X Style, Jennifer and Steve discuss emergencies -- specifically what constitutes an emergency, what doesn't, and when you should get involved. Plus, we have a listener email and you'll hear about some great news for Nana! 
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Current Events

Should we help keep our "caregivees" up to date on current events, even if they don't show a lot of interest in doing so? Jennifer and Steve (both former journalists) debate the pros and cons, and give advice for how to help your elderly loved one "stay in the know."  ALSO, we address a listener text from "Brad."
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Physical Therapy

Physical therapy is both common and necessary for elderly individuals. In this episode, Jennifer and Steve interview physical therapist Dr. Julie Brauer about what she does and how we, as caregivers, can work work PT professionals to make their lives easier.  Plus, find out the weird place where Nana's missing sock was found!
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First Day of School

Remember your first day of school, when you didn't know anyone, didn't know how to get to the cafeteria, and couldn't even find the bathroom? That's what it's like for your loved one on their first day in a new environment. In this episode, Jennifer and Steve talk about what you can do for them on that first day to make it feel more comfortable.  Also ... there are a herd of squirrels in this episode!
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