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Are caregiving responsibilities taking over your life? Does responding to unexpected events take you off track from managing your life and health or caring for an aging parent? Caregiving expert Pamela D Wilson shares how random events can take life off track and what caregivers and people managing their own care can do to cope and manage.
Random and unexpected events can stop caregivers and care receivers from living their lives. Learn tips to cope and manage so you don't have to place your life on hold when caring for loved ones.
To find show transcripts and links mentioned in Episode 205 and other The Caring Generation podcasts, click here to visit Pamela's website: https://pameladwilson.com/caregiver-radio-programs-the-caring-generation/
If you enjoy this podcast, please comment, follow, like, and share it on your favorite podcast app to grow the audience and extend support to podcast listeners seeking information about health, aging, and caregiving.
TCG on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-caring-generation/id1477724797
TCG on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0Z8UQQ22TEzFOInkrZvfLw
TCG on Pandora https://www.pandora.com/podcast/the-caring-generation-r/PC:22413
The Caring Generation on Pamela's Website https://pameladwilson.com/caregiver-radio-programs-the-caring-generation/
For more caregiving, aging, and elder care tips, visit Pamela's website at www.PamelaDWilson.com
Learn about Pamela D Wilson, her professional background, and her experience: https://pameladwilson.com/pamela-d-wilson-story/
Are you interested in a 1:1 elder care consultation by telephone or video call with Pamela? Schedule time and learn more here: https://pameladwilson.com/elder-care-consultant-aging-parent-consultation-managing-senior-care-needs-meet-with-pamela-d-wilson/ -
Learn how good and well-intentioned caregivers become suspected elder abusers by Adult Protective Services and the police. Caregiving expert Pamela D Wilson shares how Adult Protective Services becomes involved and what family members can do if they are suspected of committing elder abuse.
Family members are the most common perpetrators through unintentional or intentional acts of financial, psychological, physical, or sexual abuse. Neglect and self-neglect are also categories of elder abuse. Burned-out or exhausted caregivers can unintentionally neglect care for elderly loved ones.
In podcast episode 204 and the related transcript, Pamela D Wilson shares her professional experiences of how family members or friends can become suspected perpetrators by not considering the consequences of how mandatory reporters and others view their actions.
The percentage of elder abuse by family members varies by source. However, calls to report elder abuse made to the National Center on Elder Abuse (NCEA) Resource Line cite a statistic of 46.8% (1)
(1) https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC6992470/pdf/nihms-1533675.pdf
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For more caregiving, aging, and elder care tips, visit Pamela's website at www.PamelaDWilson.com
Learn about Pamela D Wilson, her professional background, and her experience: https://pameladwilson.com/pamela-d-wilson-story/
Are you interested in a 1:1 elder care consultation by telephone or video call with Pamela? Schedule time and learn more here: https://pameladwilson.com/elder-care-consultant-aging-parent-consultation-managing-senior-care-needs-meet-with-pamela-d-wilson/
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The experiences of dementia caregivers contribute to stress levels when making difficult decisions. Dementia behaviors and hands-on care needs can raise stress levels of dementia caregivers who prioritize care for others and neglect their care.
During this episode, caregiving expert Pamela D Wilson shares her professional experiences working with persons diagnosed with dementia and the aspects of making difficult decisions. Dementia caregivers who seek knowledge and education can gain the experience to navigate challenging situations and make thoughtful decisions for loved ones.
To find show transcripts and links mentioned in Episode 203 and other The Caring Generation podcasts, click here to visit Pamela's website: https://pameladwilson.com/caregiver-radio-programs-the-caring-generation/
If you enjoy this podcast, please comment, follow, like, and share it on your favorite podcast app to grow the audience and extend support to podcast listeners seeking information about health, aging, and caregiving.
For more caregiving, aging, and elder care tips, visit Pamela's website at www.PamelaDWilson.com
Learn about Pamela D Wilson, her professional background, and her experience: https://pameladwilson.com/pamela-d-wilson-story/
Are you interested in a 1:1 elder care consultation by telephone or video call with Pamela? Schedule time and learn more here: https://pameladwilson.com/elder-care-consultant-aging-parent-consultation-managing-senior-care-needs-meet-with-pamela-d-wilson/
Sign up for Pamela's newsletter here: https://pameladwilson.com/contact/
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When care needs arise, aging parents and adult children experience health, legal, and money conflicts. Learn how to identify potential issues that can happen in the future to ensure you or a loved one receives care the way you planned.
Caregiving expert Pamela D Wilson shares examples from her professional experience. Learn about family challenges resulting from lifelong health habits, blended families, and caregiver spouses or children who are too overwhelmed to make good decisions and choices.
To find show transcripts and links mentioned in Episode 202 and other The Caring Generation podcasts, click here to visit Pamela's website: https://pameladwilson.com/caregiver-radio-programs-the-caring-generation/
If you enjoy this podcast, please comment, follow, like, and share it on your favorite podcast app to grow the audience and extend support to podcast listeners seeking information about health, aging, and caregiving.
For more caregiving, aging, and elder care tips, visit Pamela's website at www.PamelaDWilson.com
Learn about Pamela D Wilson, her professional background, and her experience: https://pameladwilson.com/pamela-d-wilson-story/
Are you interested in a 1:1 elder care consultation by telephone or video call with Pamela? Schedule time and learn more here: https://pameladwilson.com/elder-care-consultant-aging-parent-consultation-managing-senior-care-needs-meet-with-pamela-d-wilson/
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Share Your Story or Make an Article, Video, Podcast, or Resource Suggestion by Completing Pamela's Online Caregiver Survey https://pameladwilson.com/caregiver-survey/
Invite Pamela to speak to your company or group. Learn more and download a copy of her speaker's kit here: https://pameladwilson.com/caregiving-speaker-aging-parents-expert-advocate-keynotes-presentations-digital-caregiver-programs/
Listen to The Caring Generation Podcast on Apple, Spotify, Pandora, or Pamela's Website. The transcript and links to documents mentioned during the show are also available there.
TCG on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-caring-generation/id1477724797 TCG on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0Z8UQQ22TEzFOInkrZvfLw TCG on Pandora https://www.pandora.com/podcast/the-caring-generation-r/PC:22413 Read, watch, listen and find articles mentioned on The Caring Generation on Pamela's Website https://pameladwilson.com/caregiver-radio-programs-the-caring-generation/
Are you caring for aging parents or yourself? Learn the details of caring for loved ones in Pamela's Online Caregiver Support Program, "Support Caring for Aging Parents." https://pameladwilson.com/support-caring-for-elderly-parents-overwhelmed-caregiver-support-online-course/ Are you trying to figure out the responsibilities of being an agent under legal power of attorney? Do you realize it's time to complete your documents, and you are unsure who to appoint as a power of attorney agent? Pamela's online caregiver webinar program, Power of Attorney, offers the details and information caregivers and those appointing an agent must know. https://pameladwilson.com/power-of-attorney-webinar-program/Are you wondering if you should be a guardian for a loved one? Do you understand the legal responsibilities of being a guardian? Learn about the guardianship process in Pamela's online caregiver education program, How to Get Guardianship https://pameladwilson.com/how-to-get-guardianship-of-a-parent-obtain-legal-guardianship-online-course-pamela-d-wilson/
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Learn how to respond to unexpected news and events related to aging, health, and money with a proven process. Caregivers and persons with health concerns can experience constant change, resulting in anxiety and worry. Instead of struggling to respond to bad news or ongoing uncertainty, create a path forward to identify and implement solutions to everyday and complex problems.
During this podcast, caregiving expert Pamela D. Wilson will share strategies for responding to bad news or unexpected events that can be applied to many parts of life. These include:
1) Be curious and respectful
2) Investigate and identify
3) Create a list of questions that begin with why and how
4) Propose solutions and agree on next steps
5) Monitor and look at other aspects of the situation - aging, health, money
Pamela will also share insights about how denial, resistance, or refusals may be the key to identifying parts of life that need more attention to manage bad news or unexpected events.
Do you have a care or caregiving question? Share your question with Pamela by completing the caregiver survey on her website or the contact form to schedule a 1:1 telephone or video consultation.
To find the show transcripts and article links mentioned in Episode 201 and other The Caring Generation podcasts, click here to visit The Caring Generation page .
If you enjoy The Caring Generation podcast, please comment, follow, like, and share it on your favorite podcast app to grow the audience and extend support to podcast listeners worldwide seeking information about health, aging, and caregiving.
Learn about Pamela D Wilson, her background, and her experience: https://pameladwilson.com/pamela-d-wilson-story/
For more caregiving, aging, and elder care tips, visit Pamela's website at www.PamelaDWilson.com
Request to Join Pamela's Online Caregiver Support Group on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/thecaregivingtrap
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Are you caring for aging parents or yourself? Learn the details of caring for loved ones in Pamela's Online Caregiver Support Program, "Support Caring for Aging Parents." https://pameladwilson.com/support-caring-for-elderly-parents-overwhelmed-caregiver-support-online-course/
Are you trying to figure out the responsibilities of being an agent under legal power of attorney? Do you realize it is time to complete your documents, and you are unsure who to appoint as a power of attorney agent? Pamela's online caregiver webinar program, Power of Attorney, offers the details and information caregivers and those appointing an agent must know. https://pameladwilson.com/power-of-attorney-webinar-program/
Are you wondering if you should be a guardian for a loved one? Do you understand the legal responsibilities of being a guardian? Learn about the guardianship process in Pamela's online caregiver education program, How to Get Guardianship https://pameladwilson.com/how-to-get-guardianship-of-a-parent-obtain-legal-guardianship-online-course-pamela-d-wilson/
Invite Pamela to speak to your company or group. Learn more and download a copy of her speaker's kit here: https://pameladwilson.com/caregiving-speaker-aging-parents-expert-advocate-keynotes-presentations-digital-caregiver-programs/ -
Elderly health routines can support healthy aging habits. Monitoring the daily activities of elderly parents can help identify and create routines to support health and a healthy lifestyle to help parents stay at home.
Attention to health and activities that support elderly health is critical for persons who want to stay at home after retirement. Daily routines that support good health can reduce anxiety and stress and increase self-confidence and self-esteem for aging adults and their caregivers.
Caregiving expert Pamela D Wilson shares 10 benefits of why routines are important for elderly health in Episode 200 of The Caring Generation podcast.
To find show transcripts and links mentioned in Episode 200 and other The Caring Generation podcasts, click here to visit Pamela's website: https://pameladwilson.com/caregiver-radio-programs-the-caring-generation/
If you enjoy this podcast, please comment, follow, like, and share it on your favorite podcast app to increase listenership and extend support to podcast listeners seeking information about health, aging, caregiving, and everything in between.
Learn about Pamela D Wilson, her background, and her experience: https://pameladwilson.com/pamela-d-wilson-story/
For more caregiving, aging, and elder care tips, visit Pamela's website at www.PamelaDWilson.com
Schedule a 1:1 Consultation with Pamela https://pameladwilson.com/contact/
Request to Join Pamela's Online Caregiver Support Group on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/thecaregivingtrap
Are you caring for aging parents or yourself? Learn the details of caring for loved ones in Pamela's Online Caregiver Support Program, "Support Caring for Aging Parents." https://pameladwilson.com/support-caring-for-elderly-parents-overwhelmed-caregiver-support-online-course/
Are you trying to figure out the responsibilities of being an agent under legal power of attorney? Do you realize it's time to complete your documents and you are unsure who to appoint as a power of attorney agent?
Pamela's online caregiver webinar program, Power of Attorney, offers the details and information caregivers and those appointing an agent must know. https://pameladwilson.com/power-of-attorney-webinar-program/
Are you wondering if you should be a guardian for a loved one? Do you understand the legal responsibilities of being a guardian? Learn about the guardianship process in Pamela's online caregiver education program, How to Get Guardianship.
https://pameladwilson.com/how-to-get-guardianship-of-a-parent-obtain-legal-guardianship-online-course-pamela-d-wilson/
Invite Pamela to speak to your company or group. Learn more and download a copy of her speaker's kit here: https://pameladwilson.com/caregiving-speaker-aging-parents-expert-advocate-keynotes-presentations-digital-caregiver-programs/
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When to worry about aging parents health can be a concern for adult children desiring to move ahead with their lives. Missing early warning signs can result in emotional and physical problems. Learn tips to deal with the declining health of loved ones, notice symptoms of worsening health, and how to emotionally deal with parents declining health.
Pamela D Wilson, caregiving expert offers these insights:
1 Early warning signs of health problems that anyone can miss or not see as important one month or year from now
2 Tips for dealing with the emotional worries and losses associated with being a caregiver or a person with health problems
3 How to identify aspects of declining health—yours or the health of a loved one by recognizing three potential concerns: frailty, failure to thrive, and geriatric syndrome
By listening to this podcast, caregivers can identify when to worry about aging parents' health so that proactive steps can be taken to manage the emotional and physical aspects of care.
Please like this podcast, follow it, and share it to help caregivers and persons with health concerns find their way here.
To find show transcripts and links mentioned in Episode 199 and other The Caring Generation podcasts, click here to visit the podcast page on Pamela's website: https://pameladwilson.com/caregiver-radio-programs-the-caring-generation/
Here is the link to the video Pamela mentioned during the podcast What Does Failure to Thrive Mean for Elderly Parents. Watch here: https://youtu.be/cIGbTpSA7Dk
Learn about Pamela D Wilson, her professional background as a care manager and fiduciary and her experience: https://pameladwilson.com/pamela-d-wilson-story/
For more caregiving, aging, and elder care tips, visit Pamela's website at www.PamelaDWilson.com
Schedule a 1:1 Consultation with Pamela https://pameladwilson.com/contact/
Request to Join Pamela's Online Caregiver Support Group on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/thecaregivingtrap
Are you caring for aging parents or yourself? Learn the details of caring for loved ones in Pamela's Online Caregiver Support Program, "Support Caring for Aging Parents." https://pameladwilson.com/support-caring-for-elderly-parents-overwhelmed-caregiver-support-online-course/
Are you trying to figure out the responsibilities of being an agent under legal power of attorney? Do you realize it’s time to complete your documents and you are unsure who to appoint as a power of attorney agent?
Pamela's online caregiver webinar program, Power of Attorney, offers the details and information caregivers and those appointing an agent must know. https://pameladwilson.com/power-of-attorney-webinar-program/
Are you wondering if you should be a guardian for a loved one? Do you understand the legal responsibilities of being a guardian? Learn about the guardianship process in Pamela's online caregiver education program, How to Get Guardianship https://pameladwilson.com/how-to-get-guardianship-of-a-parent-obtain-legal-guardianship-online-course-pamela-d-wilson/
Invite Pamela to speak to your company or group. Learn more and download a copy of her speaker's kit here: https://pameladwilson.com/caregiving-speaker-aging-parents-expert-advocate-keynotes-presentations-digital-caregiver-programs/ -
Caregivers can lose sleep or become immersed in a whirlwind of constant worry when caring for elderly parents, spouses, or loved ones. Caregiving expert Pamela D Wilson shares four stages of caregiving for how to estimate care will progress.
You can learn to identify and predict care needs to
Minimize unexpected surprises and health emergenciesFeel less frantic and more in control of ongoing care needsEnd repeating loops of negative thinking that can affect your healthDiscuss the importance of loved ones actively participating in their careIdentify the financial, time, and people resources necessary
If you enjoy this podcast, please comment, follow, like, and share it on your favorite podcast app to grow the audience and extend support to podcast listeners seeking information about health, aging, and caregiving.
To find show transcripts and links mentioned in Episode 198 and other The Caring Generation podcasts, click here to visit Pamela's website: https://pameladwilson.com/caregiver-radio-programs-the-caring-generation/
Learn about Pamela D Wilson, her background, and her experience: https://pameladwilson.com/pamela-d-wilson-story/
For more caregiving, aging, and elder care tips, visit Pamela's website at www.PamelaDWilson.com
Schedule a 1:1 Consultation with Pamela https://pameladwilson.com/contact/
Request to Join Pamela's Online Caregiver Support Group on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/thecaregivingtrap
Are you caring for aging parents or yourself? Learn the details of caring for loved ones in Pamela's Online Caregiver Support Program, "Support Caring for Aging Parents." https://pameladwilson.com/support-caring-for-elderly-parents-overwhelmed-caregiver-support-online-course/
Invite Pamela to speak to your company or group. Learn more and download a copy of her speaker's kit here: https://pameladwilson.com/caregiving-speaker-aging-parents-expert-advocate-keynotes-presentations-digital-caregiver-programs/
Follow Pamela here:
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Are you struggling to navigate family dynamics and differences when caring for aging parents? Caregiving expert Pamela D. Wilson explains why family relationships are complex and how caregivers can navigate uncomfortable, unproductive, or disagreeable interactions.
Find this week's show transcript for Episode 197 https://pameladwilson.com/family-dynamics-how-to-balance-aging-parent-needs-podcast-video-the-caringgeneration/
For all other show transcripts for The Caring Generation podcast, click here to visit Pamela's website: https://pameladwilson.com/caregiver-radio-programs-the-caring-generation/
Learn about Pamela D Wilson, her background, and her experience: https://pameladwilson.com/pamela-d-wilson-story/
For more caregiving, aging, and elder care tips, visit Pamela's website at www.PamelaDWilson.com
Schedule a 1:1 Consultation with Pamela https://pameladwilson.com/contact/
Request to Join Pamela's Online Caregiver Support Group on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/thecaregivingtrap
Are you caring for aging parents or yourself? Learn the details of caring for loved ones in Pamela's Online Caregiver Support Program, "Support Caring for Aging Parents." https://pameladwilson.com/support-caring-for-elderly-parents-overwhelmed-caregiver-support-online-course/
Invite Pamela to speak to your company or group. Learn more and download a copy of her speaker's kit here: https://pameladwilson.com/caregiving-speaker-aging-parents-expert-advocate-keynotes-presentations-digital-caregiver-programs/ -
Are you a caregiver or a person with health problems who feels left out of everyday activities and social gatherings? Do you watch others enjoy their lives while you are stuck at home caring for elderly parents or a spouse or are too sick to venture out? Caregiving expert Pamela D. Wilson shares tips to help you stop missing out on life's opportunities and own your day.
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When trying to keep elderly parents at home becomes chaotic, family caregivers can feel like they are dealing with a hot mess. Learn tips to manage out of control caregiving situations and choose how you want to live your life from caregiving expert Pamela D Wilson.
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Learn tips to navigate the health complications of aging. Be proactive to ensure you and your loved ones receive the best care possible from healthcare systems and doctors. Caregiving expert Pamela D Wilson shares examples and stories to help you remain healthy and avoid preventable care issues.
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Elderly parent healthcare disasters happen unexpectedly. High levels of caregiver stress result from managing falls, fractures, memory loss, and other health conditions. Caregiving expert Pamela D Wilson shares strategies to get ahead of health issues before they get ahead of you and loved ones.
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Learn tips to stop judgment or criticism, which can destroy self-esteem and cause resentment and conflict in caregiving relationships. Caregiving expert Pamela D Wilson shares how to change your mindset and set expectations for interactions with family members that focus on appreciation, cooperation, and shared goals.
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Anxiety, fear, and worry can stress relationships and prevent healing when caregivers and patients experience physical or emotional breakdowns. Learn tips from caregiving Pamela D Wilson to create balance when daily life feels out of control.
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Patients and caregivers are often faced with making decisions about health diagnoses or treatment recommendations that can have life-effecting consequences. What are the differences between individuals who make good decisions and others who experience decision regret? Caregiving expert Pamela D Wilson shares tips and suggestions to help you work through the decision-making process.
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How do people handle getting older? Why do some people age so well? What is the secret to aging well? Caregiving expert Pamela D Wilson shares the habits of people who age well. Learn tips to live a better life as you grow older. Whether you are a caregiver or a person with health concerns, it is never too late to embrace positive habits and live a happier life.
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What caregivers should know about working with doctors extends beyond the basic knowledge of the person who needs care. Caregiving expert Pamela D Wilson shares tips to gain insights into the healthcare system that can help caregivers more easily coordinate care for loved ones.
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Dealing with grief and loss is a lifelong experience that may not be recognized until the loss of an aging parent or family member. Learn how to deal with feelings of grief that result from loss and the self-transformation that can result in a better and stronger you.
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Finding the discipline to move ahead from drama and trauma can be challenging in any stage of caregiving—beginning to end. Caregivers who feel stuck often lack a plan and the motivation to change. Find tips here from caregiving expert Pamela D Wilson.
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