Caregiving Gen X Style
A podcast by GenXers for GenXers who are taking care of their aging parents. We’re not experts, but we’re part of the sandwich generation, too!
Episodes
In this all new CGS, Jennifer and Steve talk about all of the preventative steps you should be taking to try to ensure there are fewer problems down the road. Also, they discuss a reader email from Xena, Warrior Princess (this will make more sense when you listen).
PS: We blanked a little on the name of the "incident" episode that described why Nana was on the floor for an entire weekend. If you haven't heard it, check out "Car...
In this all new CGS, Jennifer and Steve talk with Jeannine Bryant, a senior moving specialist. Jeannine gives great tips on how to reduce the amount of unneeded stuff in your loved one's home long before they need to move to somewhere like assisted living or a nursing home.
Links mentioned in this episode:
To contact us: Email: caregivinggenxstyle@gmail.com Voicemail/text: 804-723-1221 Twitter: https://twitter.c...
In our second consecutive "travel" episode, Jennifer and Steve talk with a CGS listener who recently took an amazing and EPIC trip with her elderly mother-in-law. She has a ton of tips for anyone brave enough to try something like she did. Also, learn how Nana managed to create a little bit of "normalcy" in her life.
To contact us: Email: caregivinggenxstyle@gmail.com Voicemail/text: 804-723-1221 Twitter: https://twitter.com/ge...
In the first ever episode of CGS that was *not* recorded at our dining room table, join us at the dinette table in our little camper for an episode chocked full of tips on how you, the caregiver, can get away for the weekend.
To contact us: Email: caregivinggenxstyle@gmail.com Voicemail/text: 804-723-1221 Twitter: https://twitter.com/genxcaregiving Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/caregivinggenxstyle
We've talked a lot about finding help in your caregiving journey. In this episode, Jennifer and Steve talk with Nicole Smith, a Certified Senior Advisor who is also an author of the book "Diagnosis Dementia" and is the caregiver for both of her parents AND a step-parent. She'll point us in the right direction to find help for some of the most common caregiving problems.
Links mentioned in this episode: Nicole's website: https://n...
In this all new CGS, Jennifer and Steve discuss the findings of a survey that talks about our lives as caregivers, specifically as it relates to insurance and money. Also, hear about some VERY exciting news for this podcast.
To contact us: Email: caregivinggenxstyle@gmail.com Voicemail/text: 804-723-1221 Twitter: https://twitter.com/genxcaregiving Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/caregivinggenxstyle
To celebrate April Fools Day, we decided to talk about what you should NOT do as a caregiver. This led to a lot of sentences that featured double negatives, plus a herd of squirrels. George was very happy. Also are gifting you a full 3.5 minutes of bloopers, one of which includes a horrifying noise. No cats were harmed in the making of this episode. We promise.
To contact us: Email: caregivinggenxstyle@gmail.com Voicemail/te...
Scams are an unfortunate fact of life, and many of them are targeting your elderly loved ones. Even more unfortunate is that sometimes they work. In this episode, we go through the most common kinds of scams, and discuss how you can help your loved one avoid them. Also, we have a "How's your Dad?" to read from a listener, and we unveil the name of our little squirrel mascot!
To contact us: Email: caregivinggenxstyle@gmail.com ...
In this episode, Jennifer and Steve have a fantastic conversation with Michelle Cain, a former caregiver of a mother with Lewy Body Dementia (LBD) who authored the book, "Did Mom Drop Acid?" Also, learn about CGS' brand new mascot!
Where to buy Michelle's book: https://a.co/d/ea57nwI
To contact us: Email: caregivinggenxstyle@gmail.com Voicemail/text: 804-723-1221 Twitter: https://twitter.com/genxcaregiving Facebook: https://ww...
We've categorized the types of caregivers and even discussed the "styles" of caregivers, but in this episode, Jennifer and Steve try to categorize the elderly loved ones we care for. Also, we have two listener voicemails!
To contact us: Email: caregivinggenxstyle@gmail.com Voicemail/text: 804-723-1221 Twitter: https://twitter.com/genxcaregiving Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/caregivinggenxstyle
In your caregiving journey, it's a safe bet that at some point you'll have to deal with the management at some type of senior living facility, be it assisted living, a nursing home, skilled nursing, or even independent living. In this episode, we talk with experienced senior living executive Denise Chadwick Wright about the best way to ensure it's a smooth experience. Also, learn about the addition to Nana's apartment that could ...
After a weather-related crisis in their area (which someone in our household managed to avoid) Jennifer and Steve decided to do an entire episode talking about how to avoid bad weather getting in the way of caring for your elderly loved one.
To contact us: Email: caregivinggenxstyle@gmail.com Voicemail/text: 804-723-1221 Twitter: https://twitter.com/genxcaregiving Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/caregivinggenxstyle
Jennifer and Steve return from winter break with a wide-ranging discussion with medical social worker Robin Hollar. She gives a number of great tips on how to make assisted living facilities more affordable.
Links mentioned in this episode: Medicaid state waivers list: https://www.medicaid.gov/medicaid/section-1115-demo/demonstration-and-waiver-list/index.html
To contact us: Email: caregivinggenxstyle@gmail.com Voicemail/text: 8...
Caregiving can cause a lot of disputes between siblings if they're not on the same page about how their parents should be taken care of. In this CGS, we have a guest who has dealt with some of these disputes, and the three of us talk about how to avoid them.
To contact us: Email: caregivinggenxstyle@gmail.com Voicemail/text: 804-723-1221 Twitter: https://twitter.com/genxcaregiving Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/caregivingg...
In the 50th episode of CGS, Jennifer and Steve (despite not being lawyers) talk about the legal documents that will help you and your elderly loved ones during your caregiving journey. Don't miss all of the "squirrel" tangents, including one about the cat cookie jar that Jennifer refers to as a "nightmare."
To contact us: Email: caregivinggenxstyle@gmail.com Voicemail/text: 804-723-1221 Twitter: https://twitter.com/genxcaregivin...
As caregivers, we receive an informal training in a number of things, including healthcare, insurance, and social work. When something doesn't seem right to you, trust your instincts. Also in this episode, we hear again from Superfan Mark!
To contact us: Email: caregivinggenxstyle@gmail.com Voicemail/text: 804-723-1221 Twitter: https://twitter.com/genxcaregiving Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/caregivinggenxstyle
CGS is two years old and we're celebrating! Listen as we review the events of the last year, discuss our favorite episodes, and give you (and Jennifer) a special birthday treat!
To contact us: Email: caregivinggenxstyle@gmail.com Voicemail/text: 804-723-1221 Twitter: https://twitter.com/genxcaregiving Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/caregivinggenxstyle
Much like control (which we did an episode all about), dignity can be in short supply for your elderly loved ones. But, with that said, it's very important. In this episode, Jennifer and Steve give tips to help your loved one keep their dignity while aging.
To contact us: Email: caregivinggenxstyle@gmail.com Voicemail/text: 804-723-1221 Twitter: https://twitter.com/genxcaregiving Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/caregivin...
In an all new episode inspired by a post on Reddit, Jennifer and Steve talk about one of the many problems that can crop up when you're taking care of your elderly loved one -- loneliness. Also, hear about Nana's technological breakthrough!
To contact us: Email: caregivinggenxstyle@gmail.com Voicemail/text: 804-723-1221 Twitter: https://twitter.com/genxcaregiving Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/caregivinggenxstyle
In this all new episode, we talk with a real life member of Generation Z, our daughter Hannah, about how the children of Gen X can help out with caregiving.
To receive our special listener discount from Hannah's Bracelets, use this link: https://hannahsbraceletcraft.etsy.com/?coupon=CGS20
To contact us: Email: caregivinggenxstyle@gmail.com Voicemail/text: 804-723-1221 Twitter: https://twitter.com/genxcaregiving Facebook: https:...
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