Your Proactive Caregiver Advocate: Dr. Cynthia Speaks! Topic: Caregiving in Generational Households
On the news today, I heard of a family who consolidated their living to take care of each other. What an amazing thing to do. Can you just imagine the support available? Many cultures have maintained this practice for years. I thought about what lessons can we learn from generational household living. Listen in for […]
Consensus
Caregiver — 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: Caregivers: Flexibility and Safety is Key
Who has felt like a slinky as a caregiver? Be honest? I sure have! Have you heard the old Proverbial saying, if it can go wrong, it will go wrong? How about… any job worth doing is worth doing well. How about… put 100% effort into everything you do. How about…your mental approach to your […]
Your Proactive Caregiver Advocate Topic: Elder Orphan by Default!
The term elder orphan is a real term and a real reality for many older adults. Some find themselves within the population because they remained single and childless. What about a population where there are children, grandchildren, or maybe an X-spouse who has not shown themselves responsible or willing to step in when care is […]
Your Proactive Caregiver Advocate Topic: Why Am I “Your Proactive Caregiver Advocate? Dr. Cynthia Speaks!
A colleague asked me…” Why are you called Your Proactive Caregiver Advocate?… Here is my answer. At 15-years old, I saved the life of my pool manager. I was a lifeguard back in the day. He left the pool office to change a chlorine tank. I found it odd that it took him a while […]
Your Proactive Caregiver Advocate: Dr. Cynthia Speaks! Topic: Caregiver and Disease Management-Aging in Place
The health and wellness of our most vulnerable population, our elderly loved ones, is the responsibility of family members. Helping them age in place, while tending to their needs is our role in the circle of life. It will be our turn one day to receive care. We all have a part to play… Yes, […]
Your Proactive Caregiver Advocate: Dr. Cynthia Speaks!-Topic: When Eldercare if Hindered in Wartime
As many know, I have a passion for eldercare and seniors living their best lives with caregiver support. I was trying to find a way to share my pain and anguish in the current situation in Ukraine, watching the mass exodus of its people, especially the elders. I recently read that more than two million […]
Your Proactive Caregiver Advocate: Dr. Cynthia Speaks!Topic: Caregivers are Protectors
Caregiver advocacy matters when it comes to providing support to our loved ones as they age. The level of responsibility to ensure their wellbeing must be a top priority. A dear friend is facing the understanding of advocacy up close and personal. We know the desire for autonomy with our older adults will always be […]
Your Proactive Caregiver Advocate: Dr. Cynthia Speaks! Topic: Caregivers- Laugher & Fun is Necessary
Many loved ones lose the capability to do activities they once loved. As caregivers, we have a unique opportunity to be innovative and help our aging care recipients to enjoy activities they once held dear. Fun and laughter go a long way to bring joy in the caregiving space. Listen for more insights. — Send […]
Your Proactive Caregiver Advocate: Dr. Cynthia Speaks! Topic: Does Your Loved One Have Heart Failure?
I am facing the challenge of managing heart failure in my family, up close and personal. Since it is heart health month and I am a registered nurse with many experiences of caring for cardiology patients, personal experiences make such good conversation. Firsthand experiences are testimonials to help others going through health challenges and illnesses. […]