Whole Care Network

Join host, Allison Elkow Lazicky as she talks to Adina Katz of Caring Professionals about their Holocaust Survivors Program. Adina talks about qualities needed to care for people who survived the autrocities of the Holocaust as well as triggers that can set them off and why. Adina also shares a story of going the extra mile. The kindness that Adina, her co-workers, and the caregivers show to these patients is inspiring. Enjoy this episode.

Pat Hurley and her late husband Bill recounted through poetry - in real time - their individual perspectives as caregivers and patient through esophageal cancer. With 28 poems written by the caregiver and care-receive,r Pat Hurley's book, Hard to Swallow, takes readers on a real-life caregiving journey about how writing poetry helped her and her late husband Bill Hurley navigate the challenges of newly married life after his diagnosis of esophageal cancer. Listen in and learn how Pat Hurley is creating Healing Ties all around us!

Pat Hurley and her late husband Bill recounted through poetry - in real time - their individual perspectives as caregivers and patient through esophageal cancer. With 28 poems written by the caregiver and care-receive,r Pat Hurley's book, Hard to Swallow, takes readers on a real-life caregiving journey about how writing poetry helped her and her late husband Bill Hurley navigate the challenges of newly married life after his diagnosis of esophageal cancer. Listen in and learn how Pat Hurley is creating Healing Ties all around us!

Geriatrician Dr. Susan Nelson returns to discuss finding the right kind of help, how to recognize and avoid delirium, and how to travel with your loved one if necessary. Show notes: https://goo.gl/JSSdTo

When it comes to caregiving, making decisions in a world filled with uncertainty becomes even more difficult where there can be multiple ways of dealing with the same situation. If ever there was a need of the importance of making smarter choices, it is when we are in the role of caregiver and looking ahead to our own old age. In our third episode of The Unique Needs of the Older Caregiver, author and mature market expert Joy Loverde discusses how, even in extremely stressful situations we can remain calm and rely on our ability to think rationally. Developing critical-thinking skills now is time well spent in order to thrive in times of uncertainty. Listen in and learn how Joy Loverde is creating Healing Ties all around us.

When it comes to caregiving, making decisions in a world filled with uncertainty becomes even more difficult where there can be multiple ways of dealing with the same situation. If ever there was a need of the importance of making smarter choices, it is when we are in the role of caregiver and looking ahead to our own old age. In our third episode of The Unique Needs of the Older Caregiver, author and mature market expert Joy Loverde discusses how, even in extremely stressful situations we can remain calm and rely on our ability to think rationally. Developing critical-thinking skills now is time well spent in order to thrive in times of uncertainty. Listen in and learn how Joy Loverde is creating Healing Ties all around us.

In this episode, show host Elizabeth Miller shares how one simple technology tool helped her family amplify the power of prayer when each of her parents was hospitalized.

Real Estate Investor Julian Hess shares his knowledge of buying and selling investment property

Join host, Allison Elkow Lazicky as she talks with the inspiring Christian Kane about a tragic car accident that left his young son, Gavin with a Traumatic Brain Injury. Christian talks about the accident, Gavin's progress and how his incredible wife, Mary leads Gavin's care schedule each day. Christian also shares how Gavin's positivity has inspired he and Mary to spearhead a project, the "Toms River Field of Dreams" which will turn 3 acres of land at By Lea Park into a complex for people with special needs. The park will allow them access to rehabilitative stations, a temperature-controlled pavilion, complimentary snack shack, courts for basketball, bocce and shuffleboard, a state of the art all-inclusive playground, a quiet corner, baseball field and rehabilitative fitness station. Prepare to be inspired by this incredible couple's story.

Author CJ Golden returns for an encore appearance on Healing Ties where we learn that having the correct recipe while in the midst of Caregiving will go a long way improving everyone taste. Listen in and learn how CJ Golden is creating Healing Ties all around us!

Author CJ Golden returns for an encore appearance on Healing Ties where we learn that having the correct recipe while in the midst of Caregiving will go a long way improving everyone taste. Listen in and learn how CJ Golden is creating Healing Ties all around us!

Matt & Matt discuss the difficult conversation of when it is time to stop driving for safety concerns. Show Notes: https://goo.gl/Qb6J9f

While in the midst of caregiving Navigating Health Care can have its challenges. Interacting with multiple physicians on the health care team while ensuring optimal care is problematic when health care systems to communicate effectively. Candid Conversations About Care include conversations with your physician. Amanda Singleton, The Caregiver Lawyer, visits with Dr. Osman Ahmed, Medical Director at WellMed on the challenges of the health care system supporting caregivers.

The older caregiver is managing a fragile balancing act – caring for a loved one while thinking about his or her own old age. Change in all respects takes place at such a quick pace -- another loved one dies, neighbor is diagnosed with dementia, a close friend is moving away. In this episode of The Unique Needs of the Older Caregiver, Author and mature-market expert Joy Loverde discusses the reality of change and how we can transition from change to lead an active and productive live before, during and after caregiving. Listen in and learn how Joy Loverde is creating Healing Ties all around us!

The older caregiver is managing a fragile balancing act – caring for a loved one while thinking about his or her own old age. Change in all respects takes place at such a quick pace -- another loved one dies, neighbor is diagnosed with dementia, a close friend is moving away. In this episode of The Unique Needs of the Older Caregiver, Author and mature-market expert Joy Loverde discusses the reality of change and how we can transition from change to lead an active and productive live before, during and after caregiving. Listen in and learn how Joy Loverde is creating Healing Ties all around us!

This episode is all about exploring our wonderful world and quenching your thirst for adventure. Host Elizabeth Miller shares stories about how she has traveled with and without her mom and provides several resources to consider for your next vacation.

While in the midst of caregiving Navigating Health Care can have its challenges. Interacting with multiple physicians on the health care team while ensuring optimal care is problematic when health care systems to communicate effectively. Candid Conversations About Care include conversations with your physician. Amanda Singleton, The Caregiver Lawyer, visits with Dr. Osman Ahmed, Medical Director at WellMed on the challenges of the health care system supporting caregivers. (Conversations in this podcast are not intended for legal advice and are for information only)

While in the midst of caregiving Navigating Health Care can have its challenges. Interacting with multiple physicians on the health care team while ensuring optimal care is problematic when health care systems to communicate effectively. Candid Conversations About Care include conversations with your physician. Amanda Singleton, The Caregiver Lawyer, visits with Dr. Osman Ahmed, Medical Director at WellMed on the challenges of the health care system supporting caregivers. (Conversations in this podcast are not intended for legal advice and are for information only)

70% of people age 65 and older will need Long Term Care at some point in their life. Estimated cost of home health aide is $46K, Adult day care services, $18K, Assisted Living $45K, Skilled Nursing $92K! Amanda Singleton, The Caregiving Lawyer, has a Candid Conversation About Care with family caregiver and Certified Financial Planner Christina Pinto about the importance creating a plan now for Long Term Care Assistance.

Not many of us have the financial security to withstand an unexpected medical event or long-term caregiving. On average, caregivers spend five to ten thousand dollars per year, out-of-pocket, to help their care partners. This can lead to insecurity and significant debt. Consumer debt and bankruptcy attorney, Ryan Singleton, joins Amanda Singleton on this episode of Candid Conversations About Care to talk about your options for managing finances in times of crisis. (Conversation on this podcast is not intended for Legal advice)