Hope Floats: Navigating Caregiving in Dementia
Rachel Coady + Shoshawna Rainwater
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A podcast for people who are navigating the challenges of caring for a person with Dementia. A place where your well-being matters, where community and support can be found, and where hope on this journey exists. We are in this together.
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S2E12 Adjusting to New Caregiver Experiences
This episode of Hope Floats delves into the behaviors exhibited by individuals with dementia in advanced and memory care settings. We discuss building new relationships with caregiving staff,…
Caring For a Parent With Dementia
In this episode of Hope Floats, Shoshawna Rainwater and Rachel Coady discuss the unique challenges faced by adult children caring for parents with dementia. They explore the emotional landscape of…
S2E11 Support for the Spousal Caregiving Journey
In this episode, Shoshawna Rainwater and Rachel Coady discuss the unique challenges faced by spousal caregivers of individuals with dementia. They explore the emotional, psychological, and physical…
S2E10 All Food Is Medicine with Registered Dietitian Meredith Kleinhenz
Summary:"We need more vitamin joy." In this episode of Hope Floats, registered dietitian Meredith Kleinhenz discusses the nutritional needs of individuals with dementia, emphasizing the importance of…
S2E9 Reimagining Caregiving
In this episode, Rachel Coady and Shoshawna Rainwater explore the emotional, financial, and social burdens in the current dementia caregivers role and emphasize the need for a “make-over” that could…
S2E8 Navigating Moving in Dementia pt 2.
In this episode of Hope Floats, hosts Shoshawna Rainwater and Rachel Coady discuss the complexities of moving a loved one with dementia into a care facility. They explore the emotional and logistical…
S2E7 Navigating Moving in Dementia- Part 1.
SummaryIn this episode of Hope Floats, hosts Shoshawna Rainwater and Rachel Coady discuss the complexities of moving a loved one with dementia. They explore the emotional significance of home, the…
S2E6 The Power of Music in Caregiving with Lisa Peterson
In this episode of Hope Floats, hosts Rachel Coady and Shoshawna Rainwater welcome licensed music therapist Lisa Peterson, founder of Come on, Let's Sing comeonletssing.com , who shares her…
S2E5 Self-Care for Caregivers with Lisa Hulick, LMT
In this episode of Hope Floats, hosts Shoshawna Rainwater and Rachel Coady engage with Lisa Hulick, a licensed massage therapist, to explore the vital role of self-care and healing for caregivers of…
S2E4 Nearing the End: Late-Stage Dementia
On this episode of Hope Floats, Shoshawna and Rachel welcome their first guest- Dr. Linda DeSitter. Dr. DeSitter is a double-board certified hospice and palliative care physician practicing in…
S2E3 In the eye of the storm- Understanding Mid-Moderate Stage Dementia
In this episode of Hope Floats, Rachel Coady and Shoshawna Rainwater explore the complexities of moderate-stage dementia, discussing the emotional and practical challenges faced by caregivers. They…
S2E2 A Closer Look at MCI and Early-Stage Dementia
In this episode of Hope Floats, licensed clinical social worker Shoshawna Rainwater and professional certified coach Rachel Coady discuss the early stages of Alzheimer's and dementia, focusing on…
S2E1 Anosognosia- Why can't they see what we see?
In this episode of Hope Floats, licensed clinical social worker Shoshawna Rainwater and professional certified coach Rachel Coady delve into the complex topic of anosognosia, a condition where…
S1E9 Self-Compassion and Gratitude for Caregivers
In this episode of Hope Floats, hosts Shoshawna Rainwater Rainwater and Rachel Coady discuss the challenges faced by caregivers caring for individuals with dementia. They emphasize the importance of…
S1E8 “Now what?-” Things to Prioritize After Getting the Diagnosis
SummaryIn this episode of Hope Floats, hosts Rachel Coady and Shoshawna Rainwater discuss the critical steps to take after receiving a dementia diagnosis. They emphasize the importance of…
S1E7 Why Do I Miss Them When They're Right Here?
In this episode of Hope Floats, Rachel Coady and Shoshawna Rainwater explore the concept of ambiguous loss in the context of dementia. They discuss the unique challenges caregivers face, including…
S1E6 A Holiday Survival Guide for Dementia Caregivers
In this episode of Hope Floats, hosts Shoshawna Rainwater and Rachel Coady discuss the complexities of navigating the holiday season while caring for a loved one with dementia. They explore the…
S1E5 Communication Skills- The Most Effective Tool in Your Dementia Toolbox
In this episode of Hope Floats, professional coach Rachel Coady (PCC) and licensed clinical social worker, Shoshawna Rainwater discuss effective strategies for caring for individuals with dementia.…
S1E4 Worried and Wondering: The Value of Seeking a Diagnosis
In this episode of Hope Floats, hosts Shoshawna Rainwater and Rachel Coady discuss the complexities of seeking a dementia diagnosis for loved ones. They explore what constitutes normal cognitive…
S1E3 The Invisible Second Patient: the Caregiver
In this episode of Hope Floats, hosts Shoshawna Rainwater and Rachel Coady discuss the often-overlooked experiences of caregivers for individuals with dementia. They explore the emotional and…
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Hope Floats: Navigating Caregiving in Dementia has published 23 episodes since September 2024, covering topics in Health & Fitness, Kids & Family.
Hope Floats: Navigating Caregiving in Dementia is currently declining with new episodes monthly. Average episode length is 38m.
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