Rayna Neises, ACC, host, and Aly Neises, RN, cohost, reflect on the conversation with Karen Hafner who, along with her sister, cared for their father. Their family, like many, had a caregiving journey that lasted over several years, but then ended after a quick decline. Guidance for this final part of the caregiving journey is provided in this episode.
Rayna Neises, your host, interviews Karen Hafner. Karen’s father died just over a year ago and she shares insights regarding her caregiving journey with him and her sister.
Rayna and Aly reflect on the conversation with Kelly and how important the advocacy hat is in caregiving.
Rayna Neises, your host, interviews Kelly Johnson. Kelly lives in Chicago where she serves as the Director of Adult Faith Formation at St. Mary’s of Gauston Catholic church. She is also the co-developer of the Nourish for Caregivers curriculum. Kelly’s caregiving journey began several years ago when her young son was unexpectedly diagnosed with a brain tumor. Her experience formed her passion for providing resources and support for other caregivers.
Rayna Neises, ACC, host, and Aly Neises, RN, cohost, reflect on the conversation with Nancy Bouwens who provided a helpful analogy as she discussed her caregiving journey with her mother. Listen to hear how juggling pumpkins is just like a caring season.
Rayna Neises, your host, interviews Nancy Bouwens. Nancy is a writer, life coach, cancer survivor, and caregiver. Nancy and her husband moved in with her aging mother and shares insights regarding her caregiving experience,