Caregiver Secrets
Welcome to Caregiver Secrets, the podcast created to empower and uplift family caregivers. Hosted by Reginald D. Reglus, a seasoned caregiver with over 10 years of experience, this show dives deep into the challenges, triumphs, and untold truths of caregiving. Whether you’re looking for practical tips, emotional support, or just a reminder that you’re not alone, Caregiver Secrets delivers heartfelt stories and actionable insights to help you thrive while caring for your loved ones. Join us on this journey to uncover the secrets that make caregiving both rewarding and transformative.
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If you’ve ever felt like dementia caregiving is a chaotic mess of appointments, medications, and unanswered questions—you’re not imagining it. In this powerful episode of Caregiver Secrets, host Reginald Reglus exposes the hard truth: the system is broken, and caregivers are left to pick up the pieces.
Backed by fresh data from the Alzheimer’s Association, we break down why 70% of caregivers report care coordination as their top st...
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What do you do when the person you love is still alive… but slipping away? In this gripping episode of Caregiver Secrets, host Reginald Reglus exposes the hidden grief many dementia caregivers face but rarely name—ambiguous loss and anticipatory grief.
Discover the psychology behind why you’re grieving someone who hasn’t passed, the impact this has on your ment...
Show Notes for Season 6, Episode 20: “Caregiver Toolkit: Your Ultimate Resource Roundup”
Feeling overwhelmed by all the little (and big) decisions caregiving demands? This episode of Caregiver Secrets is your guide to building a personal caregiver toolkit—so you’re not scrambling in the chaos, but ready for it. From practical checklists to powerful emotional lifelines, discover how to equip yourself with everything you need to show...
Show Notes for Season 6, Episode 19: Late-Stage Love — Choosing Comfort Over Chaos
When the final chapter of caregiving begins, the decisions get heavier—but so does the love.
In today’s powerful episode of Caregiver Secrets, we explore what it means to show up with compassion, grace, and unwavering presence during late-stage dementia care. Through the heartfelt story of Marcus and Evelyn, you’ll experience the raw truth of shiftin...
Show Notes: Season 6, Episode 18 – Telehealth 101: Getting the Most from Virtual Doctor Visits
What if doctor visits didn’t have to mean rushing, waiting, or rearranging your entire day? In this eye-opening episode of Caregiver Secrets, we explore how telehealth can become a lifeline—not just for your loved one’s medical needs, but for your peace of mind as a caregiver.
You’ll hear the emotional story of Nina, a long-distance careg...
Episode 17: Community Corner – Finding Local Support Groups & Online Forums Season 6: The Advocacy Series | Caregiver Secrets Podcast
In today’s heartfelt episode, we dive into one of the most powerful but overlooked tools in a caregiver’s survival kit: community. You’ll hear the story of Sandra, a weary caregiver who discovers an unexpected lifeline in a late-night online forum, and Marcus, a stoic veteran who finds strength i...
Show Notes for Season 6, Episode 16: Emotional First Aid—Managing Caregiver Stress & Burnout
What happens when the caregiver hits a wall?
In this raw and emotional episode of Caregiver Secrets, we explore the silent struggle so many caregivers face: burnout. Through the story of Tara—a devoted daughter and caregiver who nearly lost herself in the process—we shine a light on the hidden toll caregiving can take when we push throu...
Show Notes for Episode 15 – One Wrong Move: The Caregiver Mistake That Sends Too Many to the ER
When it comes to caregiving, one of the most overlooked dangers is the everyday act of helping a loved one move. Whether it’s getting out of bed, transferring to a wheelchair, or walking to the bathroom in the middle of the night—one wrong move can lead to serious injury for them and for you.
In this powerful episode of Caregiver Secrets...
Show Notes for Season 6, Episode 14: Wandering & Safety Alarms—Keeping Them Close Without Clipping Wings
What do you do when your loved one with dementia slips out the front door—barefoot, confused, and convinced they’re late for work? In today’s powerful episode of Caregiver Secrets, we dive deep into one of the most frightening and emotionally complex challenges caregivers face: wandering.
You’ll hear the heart-wrenching and ...
Episode 13: Tech to the Rescue – Apps & Devices That Lighten Your Load
What if the cavalry showed up not in scrubs—but in your smartphone?
In this powerful episode of Caregiver Secrets, we follow Carla, a devoted caregiver whose world spirals when her mom with dementia goes missing. After a terrifying close call, Carla discovers something that changes everything: technology doesn’t just assist—it rescues.
From GPS-enabled watch...
Episode Title: Guiltless Breaks Save Lives Podcast: Caregiver Secrets – Season 6, Day 12
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Have you ever felt like stepping away for even an hour means you're letting your loved one down? That the only way to show love is to be everything, all the time?
In today’s episode of Caregiver Secrets, we’re getting real about the crushing guilt caregivers feel around taking breaks—and why that guilt might be costing more than you...
Show Notes – Season 6, Episode 11: Legal & Financial Basics: Power of Attorney, Advance Directives & Benefits
When crisis strikes, the last thing you want is to feel helpless in a hospital hallway, wondering what your loved one would have wanted—and whether anyone will listen to you. In this deeply emotional episode of Caregiver Secrets, we explore the often-overlooked but absolutely critical legal and financial basics ever...
Season 6, Episode 10: Building Your A‑Team: Finding & Managing Paid Caregivers
In this powerful episode, you’ll discover how to assemble a compassionate caregiving squad so you can reclaim moments of peace without guilt. You’ll journey alongside Maya—a devoted daughter balancing work, family, and her father’s Alzheimer’s care—as she transforms from overwhelmed to empowered by building an A‑Team of paid caregivers. You’ll learn ...
Nutrition That Nurtures: Quick, Caregiver‑Friendly Meal Ideas – Season 6, Episode 9
Ever feel torn between finding the time to cook and keeping your loved one nourished? In this emotionally charged episode, Reginald dives into simple meal strategies that honor both the caregiver’s schedule and the care recipient’s appetite. You’ll discover how to transform basic ingredients into vibrant, easy‑to‑serve dishes that spark joy and conn...
Season 6, Episode 8 – Medication Mastery—Organizing, Tracking & Preventing Errors
In this powerful episode, you’ll discover: • How a simple checklist transformed Maria’s pre-dawn panic into confident, error‑free medication routines • The surprising relief of color‑coding doses and tracking symptoms in a daily journal • Practical hacks for building a travel med‑pack to keep pills on schedule—no matter where life takes you • Prov...
Endless Arguments? Try This to Flip the Script Season 6, Episode 7
In this heart‑wrenching, real‑life‑inspired episode of Caregiver Secrets, we tackle those moments when every interaction feels like a no‑win argument. You’ll discover why surface fights over tea, TV remotes, or misplaced keys are often hiding deeper fears and frustrations—and learn simple yet powerful techniques to reconnect and calm the storm before it erupts .
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Episode Title: Truth vs. Tenderness: Winning the Battle of False Beliefs
Episode Description: In this emotionally charged episode of Caregiver Secrets, we dive into the heart of dementia’s most disorienting challenges—false beliefs and repetitive questions—and reveal how a gentle, creative approach can transform moments of confusion into powerful opportunities for connection. Through vivid, real‑life stories, you’ll discover how to...
Season 6, Episode 5: Home Sweet Safe Home
In this deeply personal and emotion‑evoking episode, Reginald shares a story of a fictionalized caregiving situation as well as his own journey transforming his mother’s house into a true sanctuary of safety and dignity. From grab bars and motion‑sensor nightlights to childproof knobs and step guards, discover how simple, budget‑friendly tweaks can ripple through every corner of yo...
When You Stay Silent, They Suffer: Speak Their Truth
Episode Summary In this heart‑wrenching episode, we follow Maria as she navigates the chaos of the hospital corridors to become her father’s fiercest advocate. When Carlos lies tangled in tubes and confusion, every moment of silence risks his well‑being. Maria discovers that preparation, presence, and persistence can transform her fear into power—and change the course of her fath...
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