Your Proactive Caregiver Advocate: Dr. Cynthia Speaks! Topic: Neglect of Loved Ones in a Nursing Home Demands Action
Yes, it has happened, again. Neglect of an individual and the countless excuses of family members as to why action is absent. Forgive me for being blunt…when you decide to place a loved one in a nursing home, into the care of a stranger, you cannot go on your merry way thinking personalize and compassionate […]
Your Proactive Caregiver Advocate: Dr. Cynthia Speaks! Topic: November is National Family Caregiver Month
Thank you caregiver! I am saluting caregivers, here, there, and everywhere. I am grateful for the selfless angels on earth who give of themselves day and night, night and day. Listen in for more insights. — Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dr-cynthia-j-hickman/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dr-cynthia-j-hickman/support
Your Proactive Caregiver Advocate: Dr. Cynthia Speaks-Topic: Salute to Men in the Caregiver Space
I always believe in giving credit where credit is due, however, the men in the caregiving space are often forgotten. But we will forget no more, RIGHT? Around the globe, men take on the role of caregivers every single day. It is a stereotype to believe the only valuable and capable caregiver is of the […]
Know about your care recipients health challenges
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Your Proactive Caregiver Advocate: Dr. Cynthia Speaks Topic: When is Family Caregiving Necessary?
I do realize there are circumstances, like safety and serious health conditions, that placing a loved one is required, but when this is the decision, eyes, ears, and noses must be in action; day and night; night and day. Pay attention when loved ones is placed. Listen in for more insights. — Send in a […]
Your Proactive Caregiver Advocate: Dr. Cynthia Speaks Topic: Maintenance of Manual Wheelchairs
I am sure over the course of our lives; we will have a relationship with a wheelchair. However, for some, the wheelchair is a daily way of life. Because it’s a daily way of life, it requires maintenance. Like our physical and mental health requires maintenance, the equipment that sustains a loved one, is no […]
Your Proactive Caregiver Advocate: Dr. Cynthia Speaks Topic: The Art of a Caregiver
Vacations can bring a refreshing reality to self-care. I have enjoyed being away and taking care of myself… Doing me! Loving on me! Enjoying my peace away from the hustle and bustle of life. It is not to say that a few hiccups tried to invade my space. Listen in to see how I navigated […]
Your Proactive Caregiver Advocate: Dr. Cynthia Speaks! Topic: Caregivers Must Adjust for Self-Sake
A lot of individuals take care of a friend or family member with a serious health condition. Caregiving is a labor of love, but it can also be hectic and demanding. How to be an effective caregiver while also taking care of yourself will always be the revolving action item. Listen in for more insights. […]
Your Proactive Caregiver Advocate: Dr. Cynthia Speaks Topic: To Drive or Not to Drive, That Is the Question!
Driving is independence. Who does not want independence? However, what is the yardstick of awareness that affects the ability of older adults to drive safely? Driving restrictions must be in place if the functional abilities and mobility needs of an older driver are known. Listen in for more insights. — Send in a voice message: […]
Your Proactive Caregiver Advocate: Dr. Cynthia Speaks! Topic: Music to Smooth the Caregiving Atmosphere
Music has always been my way of escape. In the caregiving space, music can work wonders to relax, reflex, and renew. Listen in for more insights. — Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dr-cynthia-j-hickman/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dr-cynthia-j-hickman/support