The Empowered Caregiver Transistor (https://transistor.fm) https://feeds.transistor.fm/the-empowered-caregiver The Empowered Caregiver with ValerieB is a supportive podcast for caregivers of aging loved ones.Through honest conversations about caregiver stress, burnout, family tension/absence, exhaustion and Dementia stress, ValerieB offers practical tools and compassionate encouragement to assist caregivers find peace, calm, and strength while honoring the wisdom, dignity, and humanity of their loved one. The caregiver behind the care deserves care too. © 2026 ValerieB fbe01b98-2073-512c-8d62-f2e20d9a1e55 yes en Thu, 28 May 2026 06:00:06 -0500 Thu, 28 May 2026 06:02:44 -0500 https://img.transistorcdn.com/PPHhm26zOJh4sp6RFV2ipr9RTkh9xhmQSYL_TkzbMgw/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:1400/h:1400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS8yY2Yy/YTlhYjdlM2EwNWU2/YzQ0YjczMmVlMWVh/NTFkYi5wbmc.jpg The Empowered Caregiver episodic ValerieB The Empowered Caregiver with ValerieB is a supportive podcast for caregivers of aging loved ones.Through honest conversations about caregiver stress, burnout, family tension/absence, exhaustion and Dementia stress, ValerieB offers practical tools and compassionate encouragement to assist caregivers find peace, calm, and strength while honoring the wisdom, dignity, and humanity of their loved one. The caregiver behind the care deserves care too. The Empowered Caregiver with ValerieB is a supportive podcast for caregivers of aging loved ones.Through honest conversations about caregiver stress, burnout, family tension/absence, exhaustion and Dementia stress, ValerieB offers practical tools and compassionate encouragement to assist caregivers find peace, calm, and strength while honoring the wisdom, dignity, and humanity of their loved one. Caregiver, caregiver support, caregiver burnout, elder care, senior care, family caregiving ValerieB. No No Family Presence: Calm Observers and Advocates 33 33 Family Presence: Calm Observers and Advocates full ca433fab-15cc-439c-9de6-3f5d0b35ca0c https://share.transistor.fm/s/9e2f7a73 The caregiving journey is like no other.  While it can bring a sense of purpose, it can also be very exhausting.  In this episode of The Empowered Caregiver, ValerieB talks about the importance of family presence when your loved one is in a facility. 
 
This episode shares:
* Why family presence is so important.
* The effectiveness of being a calm observer.

The Empowered Caregiver podcast is a safe space for caregivers who need encouragement and practical tools.  ValerieB shares the realities and hidden emotions that are a part of the caregiving journey.

Feeling overwhelmed?  Take the Caregiver Burnout Check-In at https://valerieb.podia.com

If you are in need of a reset or recharge, check out short, guided meditations at Caregiver Calm on Insight Timer: https://insighttimer.com

]]> The caregiving journey is like no other.  While it can bring a sense of purpose, it can also be very exhausting.  In this episode of The Empowered Caregiver, ValerieB talks about the importance of family presence when your loved one is in a facility. 
 
This episode shares:
* Why family presence is so important.
* The effectiveness of being a calm observer.

The Empowered Caregiver podcast is a safe space for caregivers who need encouragement and practical tools.  ValerieB shares the realities and hidden emotions that are a part of the caregiving journey.

Feeling overwhelmed?  Take the Caregiver Burnout Check-In at https://valerieb.podia.com

If you are in need of a reset or recharge, check out short, guided meditations at Caregiver Calm on Insight Timer: https://insighttimer.com

]]> Thu, 28 May 2026 06:00:00 -0500 ValerieB ValerieB 448 The caregiving journey is like no other.  While it can bring a sense of purpose, it can also be very exhausting.  In this episode of The Empowered Caregiver, ValerieB talks about the importance of family presence when your loved one is in a facility. 
 
This episode shares:
* Why family presence is so important.
* The effectiveness of being a calm observer.

The Empowered Caregiver podcast is a safe space for caregivers who need encouragement and practical tools.  ValerieB shares the realities and hidden emotions that are a part of the caregiving journey.

Feeling overwhelmed?  Take the Caregiver Burnout Check-In at https://valerieb.podia.com

If you are in need of a reset or recharge, check out short, guided meditations at Caregiver Calm on Insight Timer: https://insighttimer.com

]]> Caregiver, caregiver support, caregiver burnout, elder care, senior care, family caregiving No When No One Visits Anymore! 32 32 When No One Visits Anymore! full 8a7249a6-5cfd-479c-9d3e-7b223c9daf7f https://share.transistor.fm/s/38b40af5 Caregiving is important and life-changing; however it can be a very heavy weight that turns into anger, stress, burnout, and exhaustion.  In this episode of the Empowered Caregiver podcast, ValerieB has become the voice of caregivers and talks about what happens when family stops visiting their loved one who is now living in a facility.

She discusses:
*Why families stop visiting.
* The importance of being present.
* Ways that will make visiting more meaningful.

The Empowered Caregiver podcast is a safe space for caregivers who are seeking encouragement, daily practical tools, and wisdom.  This podcast talks about the realities of caregiving through honest, direct, and encouraging episodes.

If you need a short reset or recharge after a tough day, visit Caregiver Calm on Insight Timer: https://insighttimer.com

Feeling overwhelmed?  Take the Caregiver Burnout Check-In at: https://valerieb.podia.com

Don’t forget to subscribe so you are notified when a new episode is loaded. 

All information in these podcast episodes are for educational purposes and should not be a replacement for professional assistance. 

]]> Caregiving is important and life-changing; however it can be a very heavy weight that turns into anger, stress, burnout, and exhaustion.  In this episode of the Empowered Caregiver podcast, ValerieB has become the voice of caregivers and talks about what happens when family stops visiting their loved one who is now living in a facility.

She discusses:
*Why families stop visiting.
* The importance of being present.
* Ways that will make visiting more meaningful.

The Empowered Caregiver podcast is a safe space for caregivers who are seeking encouragement, daily practical tools, and wisdom.  This podcast talks about the realities of caregiving through honest, direct, and encouraging episodes.

If you need a short reset or recharge after a tough day, visit Caregiver Calm on Insight Timer: https://insighttimer.com

Feeling overwhelmed?  Take the Caregiver Burnout Check-In at: https://valerieb.podia.com

Don’t forget to subscribe so you are notified when a new episode is loaded. 

All information in these podcast episodes are for educational purposes and should not be a replacement for professional assistance. 

]]> Wed, 27 May 2026 06:00:00 -0500 ValerieB ValerieB 652 Caregiving is important and life-changing; however it can be a very heavy weight that turns into anger, stress, burnout, and exhaustion.  In this episode of the Empowered Caregiver podcast, ValerieB has become the voice of caregivers and talks about what happens when family stops visiting their loved one who is now living in a facility.

She discusses:
*Why families stop visiting.
* The importance of being present.
* Ways that will make visiting more meaningful.

The Empowered Caregiver podcast is a safe space for caregivers who are seeking encouragement, daily practical tools, and wisdom.  This podcast talks about the realities of caregiving through honest, direct, and encouraging episodes.

If you need a short reset or recharge after a tough day, visit Caregiver Calm on Insight Timer: https://insighttimer.com

Feeling overwhelmed?  Take the Caregiver Burnout Check-In at: https://valerieb.podia.com

Don’t forget to subscribe so you are notified when a new episode is loaded. 

All information in these podcast episodes are for educational purposes and should not be a replacement for professional assistance. 

]]> Caregiver, caregiver support, caregiver burnout, elder care, senior care, family caregiving No The Care Plan Meeting: Caregiver Confident, Clear and In Control 31 31 The Care Plan Meeting: Caregiver Confident, Clear and In Control full c2e8d926-cffc-422c-b34f-95addc49714e https://share.transistor.fm/s/9877770c Caregiving brings love, care, and sense of purpose; however it can also bring burnout.  In this episode of the Empowered Caregiver podcast, ValerieB talks openly about the caregiver’s experience as it relates to the care plan meeting. 

In this episode, the host discusses:
* What a care plan meeting is for.
* Why a care plan meeting is necessary.
* Your role in the care plan meeting.

The Empowered Caregiver podcast is a safe space for caregivers in need of encouragement and practical tools. This space will share the realities of caring for an aging loved one.

If you haven’t already subscribed, follow the Empowered Caregiver podcast so you will never miss an episode.

Do you need a quick reset and recharge after a hard day, check out Caregiver Calm on Insight Timer: https://insighttimer.com

Feeling overwhelmed, check out the Caregiver Burnout Check-In at: https://valerieb.podia.com

]]> Caregiving brings love, care, and sense of purpose; however it can also bring burnout.  In this episode of the Empowered Caregiver podcast, ValerieB talks openly about the caregiver’s experience as it relates to the care plan meeting. 

In this episode, the host discusses:
* What a care plan meeting is for.
* Why a care plan meeting is necessary.
* Your role in the care plan meeting.

The Empowered Caregiver podcast is a safe space for caregivers in need of encouragement and practical tools. This space will share the realities of caring for an aging loved one.

If you haven’t already subscribed, follow the Empowered Caregiver podcast so you will never miss an episode.

Do you need a quick reset and recharge after a hard day, check out Caregiver Calm on Insight Timer: https://insighttimer.com

Feeling overwhelmed, check out the Caregiver Burnout Check-In at: https://valerieb.podia.com

]]> Fri, 22 May 2026 06:00:00 -0500 ValerieB ValerieB 879 Caregiving brings love, care, and sense of purpose; however it can also bring burnout.  In this episode of the Empowered Caregiver podcast, ValerieB talks openly about the caregiver’s experience as it relates to the care plan meeting. 

In this episode, the host discusses:
* What a care plan meeting is for.
* Why a care plan meeting is necessary.
* Your role in the care plan meeting.

The Empowered Caregiver podcast is a safe space for caregivers in need of encouragement and practical tools. This space will share the realities of caring for an aging loved one.

If you haven’t already subscribed, follow the Empowered Caregiver podcast so you will never miss an episode.

Do you need a quick reset and recharge after a hard day, check out Caregiver Calm on Insight Timer: https://insighttimer.com

Feeling overwhelmed, check out the Caregiver Burnout Check-In at: https://valerieb.podia.com

]]> Caregiver, caregiver support, caregiver burnout, elder care, senior care, family caregiving No The First 48 Hours In A Facility 30 30 The First 48 Hours In A Facility full 4f64fb7e-d98b-4ecd-8db9-6ea65c56bf4a https://share.transistor.fm/s/efa0e901 Caregiving brings purpose and also stress, anxiety, anger, and burnout.  In this episode of the Empowered Caregiver podcast, ValerieB talks openly about the emotions attached to the first 48 hours after putting a loved one in a facility.

She discusses:  
* How to make the transition better for your loved.
* How to begin establishing relationships with the staff.
* What some caregivers feel and should do. 

The Empowered Caregiver podcast is a safe space for caregivers to find encouragement, practical tools, wisdom, and honest conversations about the realities of the caregiving journey, even after placing your loved one in their new home.

]]> Caregiving brings purpose and also stress, anxiety, anger, and burnout.  In this episode of the Empowered Caregiver podcast, ValerieB talks openly about the emotions attached to the first 48 hours after putting a loved one in a facility.

She discusses:  
* How to make the transition better for your loved.
* How to begin establishing relationships with the staff.
* What some caregivers feel and should do. 

The Empowered Caregiver podcast is a safe space for caregivers to find encouragement, practical tools, wisdom, and honest conversations about the realities of the caregiving journey, even after placing your loved one in their new home.

]]> Tue, 19 May 2026 06:00:00 -0500 ValerieB ValerieB 727 Caregiving brings purpose and also stress, anxiety, anger, and burnout.  In this episode of the Empowered Caregiver podcast, ValerieB talks openly about the emotions attached to the first 48 hours after putting a loved one in a facility.

She discusses:  
* How to make the transition better for your loved.
* How to begin establishing relationships with the staff.
* What some caregivers feel and should do. 

The Empowered Caregiver podcast is a safe space for caregivers to find encouragement, practical tools, wisdom, and honest conversations about the realities of the caregiving journey, even after placing your loved one in their new home.

]]> Caregiver, caregiver support, caregiver burnout, elder care, senior care, family caregiving No Choosing A Facility: A Place to Call Home For Your Loved One 29 29 Choosing A Facility: A Place to Call Home For Your Loved One full ee4ef40f-7811-485f-a6e9-66779a658cad https://share.transistor.fm/s/11edf774 Caregiving brings love and purpose however it can bring burnout and frustration.  In this episode of the Empowered Caregiver podcast, ValerieB talks openly about the emotions behind selecting a facility for your loved one.  

In this episode, she discusses:
* Things to look for in a facility. 
* Why choosing a good facility is important. 
* Bigger cost does not mean better care.

The Empowered Caregiver podcast is a safe space where caregivers can find encouragement, practical tools, and wisdom about the realities of caring for an aging loved one. 

If you are looking for a reset or recharge, go to Caregiver Calm on Insight Timer: https://insighttimer.com

If you are feeling stressed or burned out, check out the Caregiver Burnout Check-In: https://valerieb.podia.com

These episodes are for educational purposes and should not be a replacement for professional advice. 

]]> Caregiving brings love and purpose however it can bring burnout and frustration.  In this episode of the Empowered Caregiver podcast, ValerieB talks openly about the emotions behind selecting a facility for your loved one.  

In this episode, she discusses:
* Things to look for in a facility. 
* Why choosing a good facility is important. 
* Bigger cost does not mean better care.

The Empowered Caregiver podcast is a safe space where caregivers can find encouragement, practical tools, and wisdom about the realities of caring for an aging loved one. 

If you are looking for a reset or recharge, go to Caregiver Calm on Insight Timer: https://insighttimer.com

If you are feeling stressed or burned out, check out the Caregiver Burnout Check-In: https://valerieb.podia.com

These episodes are for educational purposes and should not be a replacement for professional advice. 

]]> Fri, 15 May 2026 06:00:00 -0500 ValerieB ValerieB 657 Caregiving brings love and purpose however it can bring burnout and frustration.  In this episode of the Empowered Caregiver podcast, ValerieB talks openly about the emotions behind selecting a facility for your loved one.  

In this episode, she discusses:
* Things to look for in a facility. 
* Why choosing a good facility is important. 
* Bigger cost does not mean better care.

The Empowered Caregiver podcast is a safe space where caregivers can find encouragement, practical tools, and wisdom about the realities of caring for an aging loved one. 

If you are looking for a reset or recharge, go to Caregiver Calm on Insight Timer: https://insighttimer.com

If you are feeling stressed or burned out, check out the Caregiver Burnout Check-In: https://valerieb.podia.com

These episodes are for educational purposes and should not be a replacement for professional advice. 

]]> Caregiver, caregiver support, caregiver burnout, elder care, senior care, family caregiving No When Siblings Don’t Help! 28 28 When Siblings Don’t Help! full 0fa5b21f-14f4-409f-a3fa-a48166e5a18d https://share.transistor.fm/s/a606e270 Caregiving brings purpose, however it can also bring resentment especially if siblings don’t help.  In this episode of the Empowered Caregiver podcast, ValerieB talks openly about the emotions that settle in when sibling don’t provide any assistance.  

In this episode, the host discusses: 
* The emotional side of absentee siblings. 
* How to recognize the difference between who your sibling is today vs who you desire them to be. 
* Healthy ways to respond when siblings don’t help.

The Empowered Caregiver podcast is a safe space for caregivers to find encouragement, wisdom, practical tools, and honest conversations about the realities of caring for an aging loved one. 

]]> Caregiving brings purpose, however it can also bring resentment especially if siblings don’t help.  In this episode of the Empowered Caregiver podcast, ValerieB talks openly about the emotions that settle in when sibling don’t provide any assistance.  

In this episode, the host discusses: 
* The emotional side of absentee siblings. 
* How to recognize the difference between who your sibling is today vs who you desire them to be. 
* Healthy ways to respond when siblings don’t help.

The Empowered Caregiver podcast is a safe space for caregivers to find encouragement, wisdom, practical tools, and honest conversations about the realities of caring for an aging loved one. 

]]> Tue, 12 May 2026 06:00:00 -0500 ValerieB ValerieB 616 Caregiving brings purpose, however it can also bring resentment especially if siblings don’t help.  In this episode of the Empowered Caregiver podcast, ValerieB talks openly about the emotions that settle in when sibling don’t provide any assistance.  

In this episode, the host discusses: 
* The emotional side of absentee siblings. 
* How to recognize the difference between who your sibling is today vs who you desire them to be. 
* Healthy ways to respond when siblings don’t help.

The Empowered Caregiver podcast is a safe space for caregivers to find encouragement, wisdom, practical tools, and honest conversations about the realities of caring for an aging loved one. 

]]> Caregiver, caregiver support, caregiver burnout, elder care, senior care, family caregiving No Is It Time to Move From Part-Time to Full-Time Caregiving? 27 27 Is It Time to Move From Part-Time to Full-Time Caregiving? full a6f8920d-861d-4833-a10b-8d3ba010d7d7 https://share.transistor.fm/s/10399046 Caregiving brings many questions, especially when considering the move from part-time to full-time caregiving.  In this episode of the Empowered Caregiver podcast, ValerieB discusses how caregivers know when it’s time to consider full-time caregiving. 

In this episode, she will discuss: 
*Some of the signs that it is time to shift.
* Facing the decision of this major turning point or crossroad. 
* Warning signs to look for. 
* The emotional side of this shift. 

The Empowered Caregiver podcast is a safe space for caregivers to find encouragement, wisdom, practical tools, and real, honest conversations about the realities of caring for an aging loved one.  

If you are feeling overwhelmed, take the Caregiver Burnout Check-In that will help you gauge your stress level and provide some solutions to address it: https://valerieb.podia.com

If you need a short reset or recharge after a challenging day, visit Caregiver Calm on Insight Timer: https://insighttimer.com

]]> Caregiving brings many questions, especially when considering the move from part-time to full-time caregiving.  In this episode of the Empowered Caregiver podcast, ValerieB discusses how caregivers know when it’s time to consider full-time caregiving. 

In this episode, she will discuss: 
*Some of the signs that it is time to shift.
* Facing the decision of this major turning point or crossroad. 
* Warning signs to look for. 
* The emotional side of this shift. 

The Empowered Caregiver podcast is a safe space for caregivers to find encouragement, wisdom, practical tools, and real, honest conversations about the realities of caring for an aging loved one.  

If you are feeling overwhelmed, take the Caregiver Burnout Check-In that will help you gauge your stress level and provide some solutions to address it: https://valerieb.podia.com

If you need a short reset or recharge after a challenging day, visit Caregiver Calm on Insight Timer: https://insighttimer.com

]]> Wed, 06 May 2026 06:00:00 -0500 ValerieB ValerieB 869 Caregiving brings many questions, especially when considering the move from part-time to full-time caregiving.  In this episode of the Empowered Caregiver podcast, ValerieB discusses how caregivers know when it’s time to consider full-time caregiving. 

In this episode, she will discuss: 
*Some of the signs that it is time to shift.
* Facing the decision of this major turning point or crossroad. 
* Warning signs to look for. 
* The emotional side of this shift. 

The Empowered Caregiver podcast is a safe space for caregivers to find encouragement, wisdom, practical tools, and real, honest conversations about the realities of caring for an aging loved one.  

If you are feeling overwhelmed, take the Caregiver Burnout Check-In that will help you gauge your stress level and provide some solutions to address it: https://valerieb.podia.com

If you need a short reset or recharge after a challenging day, visit Caregiver Calm on Insight Timer: https://insighttimer.com

]]> Caregiver, caregiver support, caregiver burnout, elder care, senior care, family caregiving No When You Feel Like You Are Losing Your Patience (Dementia bonus) 26 26 When You Feel Like You Are Losing Your Patience (Dementia bonus) full 90b674af-4172-4b88-8007-d47fb8a8ebcb https://share.transistor.fm/s/72241fa9 Caregiving is a challenging role that brings about purpose, however, it can also bring  overwhelm and exhaustion. In this episode of the Empowered Caregiver podcast, ValerieB discusses the importance of patience in caregiving in this bonus episode of the Dementia, Dignity, and Care series for the month of April.

She will talk about:
* Why your patience is running thin.
* What to do in your moments of impatience with your loved one.
* What to do if you have already been impatient.

The Empowered Caregiver podcast is a safe space created for caregivers and provides ongoing encouragement, practical tools, wisdom, and more. 

If you are feeling stressed, check out the Caregiver Burnout Check-in that will gauge your stress level and provide you with steps for relief :  https://valerieb.podia.com

If you just need a reset or recharge after a challenging or long day, try one of the caregiver resets called Caregiver Calm on Insight Timer: https://insighttimer.com

]]> Caregiving is a challenging role that brings about purpose, however, it can also bring  overwhelm and exhaustion. In this episode of the Empowered Caregiver podcast, ValerieB discusses the importance of patience in caregiving in this bonus episode of the Dementia, Dignity, and Care series for the month of April.

She will talk about:
* Why your patience is running thin.
* What to do in your moments of impatience with your loved one.
* What to do if you have already been impatient.

The Empowered Caregiver podcast is a safe space created for caregivers and provides ongoing encouragement, practical tools, wisdom, and more. 

If you are feeling stressed, check out the Caregiver Burnout Check-in that will gauge your stress level and provide you with steps for relief :  https://valerieb.podia.com

If you just need a reset or recharge after a challenging or long day, try one of the caregiver resets called Caregiver Calm on Insight Timer: https://insighttimer.com

]]> Thu, 30 Apr 2026 11:27:45 -0500 ValerieB ValerieB 821 Caregiving is a challenging role that brings about purpose, however, it can also bring  overwhelm and exhaustion. In this episode of the Empowered Caregiver podcast, ValerieB discusses the importance of patience in caregiving in this bonus episode of the Dementia, Dignity, and Care series for the month of April.

She will talk about:
* Why your patience is running thin.
* What to do in your moments of impatience with your loved one.
* What to do if you have already been impatient.

The Empowered Caregiver podcast is a safe space created for caregivers and provides ongoing encouragement, practical tools, wisdom, and more. 

If you are feeling stressed, check out the Caregiver Burnout Check-in that will gauge your stress level and provide you with steps for relief :  https://valerieb.podia.com

If you just need a reset or recharge after a challenging or long day, try one of the caregiver resets called Caregiver Calm on Insight Timer: https://insighttimer.com

]]> Caregiver, caregiver support, caregiver burnout, elder care, senior care, family caregiving No Can Dementia Be Prevented? Supporting Our Brain Health 25 25 Can Dementia Be Prevented? Supporting Our Brain Health full 85c2c91b-c60e-4b61-a621-36292e138a61 https://share.transistor.fm/s/48d435d8 Caregiving brings purpose and care however it can also be overwhelming and heavy.  In this episode of the Empowered Caregiver podcast, ValerieB continues the Dementia, Dignity, and Care series.  In this final episode in the series, the focus will be on a caregiver’s brain health.

In this episode ValerieB discusses:
* Why brain health is so important.
* Change the question of can dementia be prevented.
* 5 areas that support brain health

The Empowered Caregiver is a safe space for caregivers.  This podcast provides practical tools, wisdom, and honest conversations. 

If you are feeling overwhelmed, check out the free Caregiver Burnout Check-In: https://valerieb.podia.com

If you are in need of periodic resets or recharges after a challenging day, visit Caregiver Calm: https://insighttimer.com

These episodes are for educational and informational purposes only and should not be used as a replacement for medical help and support.  

]]> Caregiving brings purpose and care however it can also be overwhelming and heavy.  In this episode of the Empowered Caregiver podcast, ValerieB continues the Dementia, Dignity, and Care series.  In this final episode in the series, the focus will be on a caregiver’s brain health.

In this episode ValerieB discusses:
* Why brain health is so important.
* Change the question of can dementia be prevented.
* 5 areas that support brain health

The Empowered Caregiver is a safe space for caregivers.  This podcast provides practical tools, wisdom, and honest conversations. 

If you are feeling overwhelmed, check out the free Caregiver Burnout Check-In: https://valerieb.podia.com

If you are in need of periodic resets or recharges after a challenging day, visit Caregiver Calm: https://insighttimer.com

These episodes are for educational and informational purposes only and should not be used as a replacement for medical help and support.  

]]> Sun, 26 Apr 2026 06:00:00 -0500 ValerieB ValerieB 1048 Caregiving brings purpose and care however it can also be overwhelming and heavy.  In this episode of the Empowered Caregiver podcast, ValerieB continues the Dementia, Dignity, and Care series.  In this final episode in the series, the focus will be on a caregiver’s brain health.

In this episode ValerieB discusses:
* Why brain health is so important.
* Change the question of can dementia be prevented.
* 5 areas that support brain health

The Empowered Caregiver is a safe space for caregivers.  This podcast provides practical tools, wisdom, and honest conversations. 

If you are feeling overwhelmed, check out the free Caregiver Burnout Check-In: https://valerieb.podia.com

If you are in need of periodic resets or recharges after a challenging day, visit Caregiver Calm: https://insighttimer.com

These episodes are for educational and informational purposes only and should not be used as a replacement for medical help and support.  

]]> Caregiver, caregiver support, caregiver burnout, elder care, senior care, family caregiving No When Dementia Brings Hallucinations (Dementia, Dignity, and Care series) 24 24 When Dementia Brings Hallucinations (Dementia, Dignity, and Care series) full b02d1272-60fa-45a1-99e9-68ae84170021 https://share.transistor.fm/s/43b0bf02 Caregiving brings purpose, love, and care however it can feel heavy especially when caring for a loved one living with Dementia.  In this episode of the Empowered Caregiver podcast, ValerieB will continue the April series, Dementia, Dignity, and Care and talks about dealing with hallucinations.

In this episode, ValerieB will:
* Define hallucinations
* Explain why they sometimes occur.
* Recommend how a caregiver can respond in the moment.

The Empowered Caregiver podcast is a safe space for caregivers to receive encouragement, wisdom, and practical tools.

If you are feeling stressed by caregiving, checkout the Caregiver Burnout Check-In at: https://valerieb.podia.com

If you would like time to reset and recharge then look for the guided meditations on Insight Timer called “Caregiver Calm”: https://insighttimer.com

All episodes are for educational and informational purposes only and should not be used as a replacement for professional help. 

]]> Caregiving brings purpose, love, and care however it can feel heavy especially when caring for a loved one living with Dementia.  In this episode of the Empowered Caregiver podcast, ValerieB will continue the April series, Dementia, Dignity, and Care and talks about dealing with hallucinations.

In this episode, ValerieB will:
* Define hallucinations
* Explain why they sometimes occur.
* Recommend how a caregiver can respond in the moment.

The Empowered Caregiver podcast is a safe space for caregivers to receive encouragement, wisdom, and practical tools.

If you are feeling stressed by caregiving, checkout the Caregiver Burnout Check-In at: https://valerieb.podia.com

If you would like time to reset and recharge then look for the guided meditations on Insight Timer called “Caregiver Calm”: https://insighttimer.com

All episodes are for educational and informational purposes only and should not be used as a replacement for professional help. 

]]> Wed, 22 Apr 2026 06:00:00 -0500 ValerieB ValerieB 931 Caregiving brings purpose, love, and care however it can feel heavy especially when caring for a loved one living with Dementia.  In this episode of the Empowered Caregiver podcast, ValerieB will continue the April series, Dementia, Dignity, and Care and talks about dealing with hallucinations.

In this episode, ValerieB will:
* Define hallucinations
* Explain why they sometimes occur.
* Recommend how a caregiver can respond in the moment.

The Empowered Caregiver podcast is a safe space for caregivers to receive encouragement, wisdom, and practical tools.

If you are feeling stressed by caregiving, checkout the Caregiver Burnout Check-In at: https://valerieb.podia.com

If you would like time to reset and recharge then look for the guided meditations on Insight Timer called “Caregiver Calm”: https://insighttimer.com

All episodes are for educational and informational purposes only and should not be used as a replacement for professional help. 

]]> Caregiver, caregiver support, caregiver burnout, elder care, senior care, family caregiving No When It’s All On You: The Silent Weight of Solo Caregiving (Dementia Series) 23 23 When It’s All On You: The Silent Weight of Solo Caregiving (Dementia Series) full c891a193-c120-4763-97eb-054c8cb0a95d https://share.transistor.fm/s/e97d805c Caregiving brings, purpose, love, and knowledge, however it can also bring burnout, anger, and a vast amount of emotions.  In this episode of the Empowered Caregiver podcast, ValerieB talks openly about some of the hidden emotions caregivers may experience, especially if you are doing it all alone. 

In this episode, ValerieB will discuss:
* The moments a caregiver feels truly alone.
* How to grieve the absentee family.
* How to build villages of your own even without family and/or friends. 
*How to put in place some practical anchors for yourself.

The Empowered Caregiver podcast is a safe space for caregivers to find wisdom, encouragement, practical tools, and talk honestly about the realities of caring for an aging loved one.

Check out the short meditation resets to help caregivers recharge:  https://insighttimer.com
Feeling overwhelmed, checkout the Caregiver Burnout Check-In to help you gauge your stress level:  https://valerieb.podia.com

These podcasts are for informational and educational purposes only.  Please do not use them as a replacement for seeking professional assistance.  

]]> Caregiving brings, purpose, love, and knowledge, however it can also bring burnout, anger, and a vast amount of emotions.  In this episode of the Empowered Caregiver podcast, ValerieB talks openly about some of the hidden emotions caregivers may experience, especially if you are doing it all alone. 

In this episode, ValerieB will discuss:
* The moments a caregiver feels truly alone.
* How to grieve the absentee family.
* How to build villages of your own even without family and/or friends. 
*How to put in place some practical anchors for yourself.

The Empowered Caregiver podcast is a safe space for caregivers to find wisdom, encouragement, practical tools, and talk honestly about the realities of caring for an aging loved one.

Check out the short meditation resets to help caregivers recharge:  https://insighttimer.com
Feeling overwhelmed, checkout the Caregiver Burnout Check-In to help you gauge your stress level:  https://valerieb.podia.com

These podcasts are for informational and educational purposes only.  Please do not use them as a replacement for seeking professional assistance.  

]]> Fri, 17 Apr 2026 06:00:00 -0500 ValerieB ValerieB 871 Caregiving brings, purpose, love, and knowledge, however it can also bring burnout, anger, and a vast amount of emotions.  In this episode of the Empowered Caregiver podcast, ValerieB talks openly about some of the hidden emotions caregivers may experience, especially if you are doing it all alone. 

In this episode, ValerieB will discuss:
* The moments a caregiver feels truly alone.
* How to grieve the absentee family.
* How to build villages of your own even without family and/or friends. 
*How to put in place some practical anchors for yourself.

The Empowered Caregiver podcast is a safe space for caregivers to find wisdom, encouragement, practical tools, and talk honestly about the realities of caring for an aging loved one.

Check out the short meditation resets to help caregivers recharge:  https://insighttimer.com
Feeling overwhelmed, checkout the Caregiver Burnout Check-In to help you gauge your stress level:  https://valerieb.podia.com

These podcasts are for informational and educational purposes only.  Please do not use them as a replacement for seeking professional assistance.  

]]> Caregiver, caregiver support, caregiver burnout, elder care, senior care, family caregiving No When Evening Changes Everything: Sundowning (Dementia, Dignity, and Care Episode 4) 22 22 When Evening Changes Everything: Sundowning (Dementia, Dignity, and Care Episode 4) full 512860cb-73fa-447f-ac07-1bc361205d76 https://share.transistor.fm/s/9fc0e4c1 Caregiving brings love, purpose, and sometimes extended care.  It can also be overwhelming and exhausting especially when caring for a loved one with Dementia.  We are still in our April series, focused on Dementia care. In this episode of the Empowered Caregiver podcast, ValerieB talks openly about sundowning, what she knows all too well. 

In this episode she will discuss:
*What sundowning is.
* Why sundowning occurs.
* What a caregiver can do help to plan for it and during this time.

The Empowered Caregiver podcast is a safe space for caregivers to find practical tools, real conversations, encouragement, and wisdom about the realities of caring for an aging loved one.

If you are feeling a bit overwhelmed, check out the Caregiver Burnout Check-In at: https://valerieb.podia.com

If you need a short reset or recharge, visit Caregiver Calm on Insight Timer: https://insighttimer.com

These episodes are for educational purposes only and is not a replacement for any professional help.

]]> Caregiving brings love, purpose, and sometimes extended care.  It can also be overwhelming and exhausting especially when caring for a loved one with Dementia.  We are still in our April series, focused on Dementia care. In this episode of the Empowered Caregiver podcast, ValerieB talks openly about sundowning, what she knows all too well. 

In this episode she will discuss:
*What sundowning is.
* Why sundowning occurs.
* What a caregiver can do help to plan for it and during this time.

The Empowered Caregiver podcast is a safe space for caregivers to find practical tools, real conversations, encouragement, and wisdom about the realities of caring for an aging loved one.

If you are feeling a bit overwhelmed, check out the Caregiver Burnout Check-In at: https://valerieb.podia.com

If you need a short reset or recharge, visit Caregiver Calm on Insight Timer: https://insighttimer.com

These episodes are for educational purposes only and is not a replacement for any professional help.

]]> Wed, 15 Apr 2026 06:00:00 -0500 ValerieB ValerieB 1177 Caregiving brings love, purpose, and sometimes extended care.  It can also be overwhelming and exhausting especially when caring for a loved one with Dementia.  We are still in our April series, focused on Dementia care. In this episode of the Empowered Caregiver podcast, ValerieB talks openly about sundowning, what she knows all too well. 

In this episode she will discuss:
*What sundowning is.
* Why sundowning occurs.
* What a caregiver can do help to plan for it and during this time.

The Empowered Caregiver podcast is a safe space for caregivers to find practical tools, real conversations, encouragement, and wisdom about the realities of caring for an aging loved one.

If you are feeling a bit overwhelmed, check out the Caregiver Burnout Check-In at: https://valerieb.podia.com

If you need a short reset or recharge, visit Caregiver Calm on Insight Timer: https://insighttimer.com

These episodes are for educational purposes only and is not a replacement for any professional help.

]]> Caregiver, caregiver support, caregiver burnout, elder care, senior care, family caregiving No How to Talk to a Loved One With Dementia Without Constant Conflict 21 21 How to Talk to a Loved One With Dementia Without Constant Conflict full a22bd8fe-2331-4acb-8a8a-275d1f6a18de https://share.transistor.fm/s/76f9b59e Caregiving brings so much purpose however it can be quite exhausting.  In this episode of the Empowered Caregiver podcast, ValerieB will continue the Dementia, Dignity, and Care series for the month of April by talking about “How to Talk With a Loved One Who Has Dementia”.  

In this episode, ValerieB will discuss: 
*Why communication is different with a person living with Dementia. 
* One of the biggest communication mistakes a caregiver makes. 
* How to effectively use redirection.
* Practical communication strategies. 

This is a safe space for caregivers who are looking for some practical tools, wisdom, encouragement, and guidance on their caregiving journey. 

Feeling overwhelmed?  Check out the Caregiver Burnout Check-In, a free resource to help you determine your current stress level.  https://valerieb.podia.com

]]> Caregiving brings so much purpose however it can be quite exhausting.  In this episode of the Empowered Caregiver podcast, ValerieB will continue the Dementia, Dignity, and Care series for the month of April by talking about “How to Talk With a Loved One Who Has Dementia”.  

In this episode, ValerieB will discuss: 
*Why communication is different with a person living with Dementia. 
* One of the biggest communication mistakes a caregiver makes. 
* How to effectively use redirection.
* Practical communication strategies. 

This is a safe space for caregivers who are looking for some practical tools, wisdom, encouragement, and guidance on their caregiving journey. 

Feeling overwhelmed?  Check out the Caregiver Burnout Check-In, a free resource to help you determine your current stress level.  https://valerieb.podia.com

]]> Sun, 12 Apr 2026 06:00:00 -0500 ValerieB ValerieB 1317 Caregiving brings so much purpose however it can be quite exhausting.  In this episode of the Empowered Caregiver podcast, ValerieB will continue the Dementia, Dignity, and Care series for the month of April by talking about “How to Talk With a Loved One Who Has Dementia”.  

In this episode, ValerieB will discuss: 
*Why communication is different with a person living with Dementia. 
* One of the biggest communication mistakes a caregiver makes. 
* How to effectively use redirection.
* Practical communication strategies. 

This is a safe space for caregivers who are looking for some practical tools, wisdom, encouragement, and guidance on their caregiving journey. 

Feeling overwhelmed?  Check out the Caregiver Burnout Check-In, a free resource to help you determine your current stress level.  https://valerieb.podia.com

]]> Caregiver, caregiver support, caregiver burnout, elder care, senior care, family caregiving No What a Dementia Caregiver Needs (Dementia, Dignity, and Care: Episode 2) 20 20 What a Dementia Caregiver Needs (Dementia, Dignity, and Care: Episode 2) full 300f85f3-1196-445e-8f12-336abf46c74f https://share.transistor.fm/s/2526430a Caregiving brings love and purpose, however it can be challenging especially for a loved one who is living with Dementia and/or Alzheimer’s. In this episode of the Empowered Caregiver podcast, ValerieB talks about the hidden emotions many caregivers do not freely express when caring for a loved one with this disease.

In this episode ValerieB will talk about “What a Dementia Caregiver Needs”.  She will discuss:
* Why a caregiver of Dementia/Alzheimers is effected a lot by caregiving.
* What five (5) things a dementia caregiver needs most and don’t really ask for.
* Why a dementia caregiver hesitates to ask for help.
* Some steps a dementia caregiver can begin taking to ask for support today.

The Empowered Caregiver podcast is a safe space for all caregivers to find encouragement, wisdom, practical tools, and do some self-reflection about the realities of caring for an aging loved one.

If you are feeling overwhelmed, check out my free Caregiver Burnout Check-In at
https://valerieb.podia.com. 

]]> Caregiving brings love and purpose, however it can be challenging especially for a loved one who is living with Dementia and/or Alzheimer’s. In this episode of the Empowered Caregiver podcast, ValerieB talks about the hidden emotions many caregivers do not freely express when caring for a loved one with this disease.

In this episode ValerieB will talk about “What a Dementia Caregiver Needs”.  She will discuss:
* Why a caregiver of Dementia/Alzheimers is effected a lot by caregiving.
* What five (5) things a dementia caregiver needs most and don’t really ask for.
* Why a dementia caregiver hesitates to ask for help.
* Some steps a dementia caregiver can begin taking to ask for support today.

The Empowered Caregiver podcast is a safe space for all caregivers to find encouragement, wisdom, practical tools, and do some self-reflection about the realities of caring for an aging loved one.

If you are feeling overwhelmed, check out my free Caregiver Burnout Check-In at
https://valerieb.podia.com. 

]]> Fri, 10 Apr 2026 06:00:00 -0500 ValerieB ValerieB 1534 Caregiving brings love and purpose, however it can be challenging especially for a loved one who is living with Dementia and/or Alzheimer’s. In this episode of the Empowered Caregiver podcast, ValerieB talks about the hidden emotions many caregivers do not freely express when caring for a loved one with this disease.

In this episode ValerieB will talk about “What a Dementia Caregiver Needs”.  She will discuss:
* Why a caregiver of Dementia/Alzheimers is effected a lot by caregiving.
* What five (5) things a dementia caregiver needs most and don’t really ask for.
* Why a dementia caregiver hesitates to ask for help.
* Some steps a dementia caregiver can begin taking to ask for support today.

The Empowered Caregiver podcast is a safe space for all caregivers to find encouragement, wisdom, practical tools, and do some self-reflection about the realities of caring for an aging loved one.

If you are feeling overwhelmed, check out my free Caregiver Burnout Check-In at
https://valerieb.podia.com. 

]]> Caregiver, caregiver support, caregiver burnout, elder care, senior care, family caregiving No The Early Signs of Dementia that Families Miss (Dementia, Dignity, and Care: Episode 1) 19 19 The Early Signs of Dementia that Families Miss (Dementia, Dignity, and Care: Episode 1) full 10efaf4e-48a3-4d26-b800-d4f869de11fd https://share.transistor.fm/s/ac005fad This month, the Empowered Caregiver podcast will do a special series on Dementia.  In this first episode of Dementia, Dignity, and Care, ValerieB will explore “The Early Signs of Dementia that Families Sometimes Miss”.   What can be viewed as normal aging, stress, or forgetfulness is sometimes the start of something more serious.

In this episode, ValerieB will discuss:
*The common early warning signs of Dementia.
* The signs that families sometimes miss.
* Why families dismiss the signs.
* How paying attention, observing, and journaling can make a big difference.

Caregiving for a loved one living with Dementia can be overwhelming and may require more attention, patience, and care.  This episode will help you respond with awareness, wisdom, and more clarity.

If you are feeling overwhelmed, check out the free Caregiver Burnout Check-In at
https://valerieb.podia.com

]]> This month, the Empowered Caregiver podcast will do a special series on Dementia.  In this first episode of Dementia, Dignity, and Care, ValerieB will explore “The Early Signs of Dementia that Families Sometimes Miss”.   What can be viewed as normal aging, stress, or forgetfulness is sometimes the start of something more serious.

In this episode, ValerieB will discuss:
*The common early warning signs of Dementia.
* The signs that families sometimes miss.
* Why families dismiss the signs.
* How paying attention, observing, and journaling can make a big difference.

Caregiving for a loved one living with Dementia can be overwhelming and may require more attention, patience, and care.  This episode will help you respond with awareness, wisdom, and more clarity.

If you are feeling overwhelmed, check out the free Caregiver Burnout Check-In at
https://valerieb.podia.com

]]> Sun, 05 Apr 2026 06:00:00 -0500 ValerieB ValerieB 1525 This month, the Empowered Caregiver podcast will do a special series on Dementia.  In this first episode of Dementia, Dignity, and Care, ValerieB will explore “The Early Signs of Dementia that Families Sometimes Miss”.   What can be viewed as normal aging, stress, or forgetfulness is sometimes the start of something more serious.

In this episode, ValerieB will discuss:
*The common early warning signs of Dementia.
* The signs that families sometimes miss.
* Why families dismiss the signs.
* How paying attention, observing, and journaling can make a big difference.

Caregiving for a loved one living with Dementia can be overwhelming and may require more attention, patience, and care.  This episode will help you respond with awareness, wisdom, and more clarity.

If you are feeling overwhelmed, check out the free Caregiver Burnout Check-In at
https://valerieb.podia.com

]]> Caregiver, caregiver support, caregiver burnout, elder care, senior care, family caregiving No The Caregiver Burnout Check-In 18 18 The Caregiver Burnout Check-In full 324aec8b-b4fe-4102-80ca-ed4c7596a568 https://share.transistor.fm/s/f252c122 Caregiving brings love, purpose, and hope, however it can also bring anger, burnout, exhaustion, and more.  In this episode of the Empowered Caregiver podcast, ValerieB talks openly about the hidden emotions that caregivers dont usually talk about but experience on a regular basis. 

In today’s episode: 

* I just want to check-in with you and let you know that you are in my thoughts. 
* i want you to pause, and listen to your body, your mind, and your heart. 
* I want you to answer 10 questions so you can gauge your stress level.
* I want you to listen to the recommendations. 

The Empowered Caregiver is a safe space for caregivers to find encouragement, wisdom, guidance, and some practical tools that may help you on a daily basis.  I will always keep the conversations real and honest and share some of the realities of caring for an aging loved one. 

]]> Caregiving brings love, purpose, and hope, however it can also bring anger, burnout, exhaustion, and more.  In this episode of the Empowered Caregiver podcast, ValerieB talks openly about the hidden emotions that caregivers dont usually talk about but experience on a regular basis. 

In today’s episode: 

* I just want to check-in with you and let you know that you are in my thoughts. 
* i want you to pause, and listen to your body, your mind, and your heart. 
* I want you to answer 10 questions so you can gauge your stress level.
* I want you to listen to the recommendations. 

The Empowered Caregiver is a safe space for caregivers to find encouragement, wisdom, guidance, and some practical tools that may help you on a daily basis.  I will always keep the conversations real and honest and share some of the realities of caring for an aging loved one. 

]]> Fri, 03 Apr 2026 16:46:01 -0500 ValerieB ValerieB 922 Caregiving brings love, purpose, and hope, however it can also bring anger, burnout, exhaustion, and more.  In this episode of the Empowered Caregiver podcast, ValerieB talks openly about the hidden emotions that caregivers dont usually talk about but experience on a regular basis. 

In today’s episode: 

* I just want to check-in with you and let you know that you are in my thoughts. 
* i want you to pause, and listen to your body, your mind, and your heart. 
* I want you to answer 10 questions so you can gauge your stress level.
* I want you to listen to the recommendations. 

The Empowered Caregiver is a safe space for caregivers to find encouragement, wisdom, guidance, and some practical tools that may help you on a daily basis.  I will always keep the conversations real and honest and share some of the realities of caring for an aging loved one. 

]]> Caregiver, caregiver support, caregiver burnout, elder care, senior care, family caregiving No What If I Can’t Do This Anymore 17 17 What If I Can’t Do This Anymore full e47336ab-d046-46ce-bc64-200a3eeea7b1 https://share.transistor.fm/s/dd5db77a Caregiving brings love and purpose, however it can also bring fear, burnout, anger, and a heaviness.  In this episode of the Empowered Caregiver podcast, ValerieB talks openly about the hidden “what ifs” that caregivers sometimes feel.

In this episode ValerieB will:
* Share one of a caregiver’s greatest fear.
* Give you signs that tell you that you are getting close to your breaking point.
* Give you signs of what you can do before reaching your breaking point.
* Help you to reframe the fear you are feeling.

The Empowered Caregiver podcast is a safe space for caregivers to find encouragement, real talk about real issues, wisdom, practical tools, transparency about the realities of caring for an aging loved one.

If you are feeling overwhelmed, check out the Caregiver Burnout Check-In at
https://valerieb.podia.com

]]> Caregiving brings love and purpose, however it can also bring fear, burnout, anger, and a heaviness.  In this episode of the Empowered Caregiver podcast, ValerieB talks openly about the hidden “what ifs” that caregivers sometimes feel.

In this episode ValerieB will:
* Share one of a caregiver’s greatest fear.
* Give you signs that tell you that you are getting close to your breaking point.
* Give you signs of what you can do before reaching your breaking point.
* Help you to reframe the fear you are feeling.

The Empowered Caregiver podcast is a safe space for caregivers to find encouragement, real talk about real issues, wisdom, practical tools, transparency about the realities of caring for an aging loved one.

If you are feeling overwhelmed, check out the Caregiver Burnout Check-In at
https://valerieb.podia.com

]]> Tue, 31 Mar 2026 13:39:19 -0500 ValerieB ValerieB 1046 Caregiving brings love and purpose, however it can also bring fear, burnout, anger, and a heaviness.  In this episode of the Empowered Caregiver podcast, ValerieB talks openly about the hidden “what ifs” that caregivers sometimes feel.

In this episode ValerieB will:
* Share one of a caregiver’s greatest fear.
* Give you signs that tell you that you are getting close to your breaking point.
* Give you signs of what you can do before reaching your breaking point.
* Help you to reframe the fear you are feeling.

The Empowered Caregiver podcast is a safe space for caregivers to find encouragement, real talk about real issues, wisdom, practical tools, transparency about the realities of caring for an aging loved one.

If you are feeling overwhelmed, check out the Caregiver Burnout Check-In at
https://valerieb.podia.com

]]> Caregiver, caregiver support, caregiver burnout, elder care, senior care, family caregiving No Releasing Caregiver Guilt 16 16 Releasing Caregiver Guilt full 49c34239-f57c-4e41-a785-016380208c77 https://share.transistor.fm/s/7c981e52 Caregiving brings love and purpose, however it can also bring burnout, anger, overwhelm, and more.  In this episode of the Empowered Caregiver podcast, ValerieB talks openly about the emotion of guilt caregivers sometimes experience.  

In this episode ValerieB will: 
* Discuss why caregivers feel guilty. 
* Discuss the necessity of a mindset shift. 
* Discuss how to allow yourself permission to be free of guilt. 

The Empowered Caregiver podcast is a safe space for caregivers to find encouragement, wisdom, and practical tools about the realities of caring for an aging loved one. 

]]> Caregiving brings love and purpose, however it can also bring burnout, anger, overwhelm, and more.  In this episode of the Empowered Caregiver podcast, ValerieB talks openly about the emotion of guilt caregivers sometimes experience.  

In this episode ValerieB will: 
* Discuss why caregivers feel guilty. 
* Discuss the necessity of a mindset shift. 
* Discuss how to allow yourself permission to be free of guilt. 

The Empowered Caregiver podcast is a safe space for caregivers to find encouragement, wisdom, and practical tools about the realities of caring for an aging loved one. 

]]> Wed, 25 Mar 2026 06:00:00 -0500 ValerieB ValerieB 1017 Caregiving brings love and purpose, however it can also bring burnout, anger, overwhelm, and more.  In this episode of the Empowered Caregiver podcast, ValerieB talks openly about the emotion of guilt caregivers sometimes experience.  

In this episode ValerieB will: 
* Discuss why caregivers feel guilty. 
* Discuss the necessity of a mindset shift. 
* Discuss how to allow yourself permission to be free of guilt. 

The Empowered Caregiver podcast is a safe space for caregivers to find encouragement, wisdom, and practical tools about the realities of caring for an aging loved one. 

]]> Caregiver, caregiver support, caregiver burnout, elder care, senior care, family caregiving No Caregiver Calm - Emergency Burnout Reset 15 15 Caregiver Calm - Emergency Burnout Reset full 578bb3f5-70d3-4cfb-9815-23cb856609a8 https://share.transistor.fm/s/1cd1edad The Caregiver Calm reset is for the caregiver who is feeling burned out and needs a few moments to breathe, release, tension, recharge, and ground yourself.  

If caregiving feels heavy and overwhelming, this short guided reset offers caregivers emotional support, reassurance, and a calm space to exhale.  

]]> The Caregiver Calm reset is for the caregiver who is feeling burned out and needs a few moments to breathe, release, tension, recharge, and ground yourself.  

If caregiving feels heavy and overwhelming, this short guided reset offers caregivers emotional support, reassurance, and a calm space to exhale.  

]]> Sun, 22 Mar 2026 06:00:00 -0500 ValerieB ValerieB 411 The Caregiver Calm reset is for the caregiver who is feeling burned out and needs a few moments to breathe, release, tension, recharge, and ground yourself.  

If caregiving feels heavy and overwhelming, this short guided reset offers caregivers emotional support, reassurance, and a calm space to exhale.  

]]> Caregiver, caregiver support, caregiver burnout, elder care, senior care, family caregiving No When It’s Time to Take the Car Keys 14 14 When It’s Time to Take the Car Keys full fd4774c6-b1a9-4bc0-9c19-c0017ce0b286 https://share.transistor.fm/s/6ab7dc21 Caregiving brings love and purpose; however it can also bring burnout, worry, and fear.  In this episode of the Empowered Caregiver podcast, ValerieB talks openly about the emotions that come with knowing it’s time to take the car keys from your loved one. 

In this episode ValerieB will: 
* Discuss what driving means to an aging loved one. 
* Discuss some gentle approaches to the conversation.
* Explain how to provide support through other ways. 

The Empowered Caregiver podcast is a safe space for caregivers to find support, encouragement, practical tools, and wisdom about the realities of caring for an aging loved one. 

]]> Caregiving brings love and purpose; however it can also bring burnout, worry, and fear.  In this episode of the Empowered Caregiver podcast, ValerieB talks openly about the emotions that come with knowing it’s time to take the car keys from your loved one. 

In this episode ValerieB will: 
* Discuss what driving means to an aging loved one. 
* Discuss some gentle approaches to the conversation.
* Explain how to provide support through other ways. 

The Empowered Caregiver podcast is a safe space for caregivers to find support, encouragement, practical tools, and wisdom about the realities of caring for an aging loved one. 

]]> Mon, 16 Mar 2026 06:00:00 -0500 ValerieB ValerieB 691 Caregiving brings love and purpose; however it can also bring burnout, worry, and fear.  In this episode of the Empowered Caregiver podcast, ValerieB talks openly about the emotions that come with knowing it’s time to take the car keys from your loved one. 

In this episode ValerieB will: 
* Discuss what driving means to an aging loved one. 
* Discuss some gentle approaches to the conversation.
* Explain how to provide support through other ways. 

The Empowered Caregiver podcast is a safe space for caregivers to find support, encouragement, practical tools, and wisdom about the realities of caring for an aging loved one. 

]]> Caregiver, caregiver support, caregiver burnout, elder care, senior care, family caregiving No “I Don’t Need Help” 13 13 “I Don’t Need Help” full c0e1b862-d6cf-4cf1-a5fb-c6e416743093 https://share.transistor.fm/s/232c6c8b Caregiving brings love and purpose, however, it can also be more challenging when there is a loved one who refuses help.  In this episode of the Empowered Caregiver podcast, ValerieB talks about the emotions that occur when a caregiver desires to help a loved one who refuses the help. 

In this episode she will discuss: 
* Why a loved one resists and refuses help.
* How a caregiver can best handle the rejection. 
* Provide some gentle approaches that will prove helpful. 
* What to do when the situation is serious.

The Empowered Caregiver podcast is a safe space where caregivers find encouragement, confidence, wisdom, practical tools, and honest conversations about the realities of caring for an aging loved one.

]]> Caregiving brings love and purpose, however, it can also be more challenging when there is a loved one who refuses help.  In this episode of the Empowered Caregiver podcast, ValerieB talks about the emotions that occur when a caregiver desires to help a loved one who refuses the help. 

In this episode she will discuss: 
* Why a loved one resists and refuses help.
* How a caregiver can best handle the rejection. 
* Provide some gentle approaches that will prove helpful. 
* What to do when the situation is serious.

The Empowered Caregiver podcast is a safe space where caregivers find encouragement, confidence, wisdom, practical tools, and honest conversations about the realities of caring for an aging loved one.

]]> Sun, 15 Mar 2026 06:00:00 -0500 ValerieB ValerieB 990 Caregiving brings love and purpose, however, it can also be more challenging when there is a loved one who refuses help.  In this episode of the Empowered Caregiver podcast, ValerieB talks about the emotions that occur when a caregiver desires to help a loved one who refuses the help. 

In this episode she will discuss: 
* Why a loved one resists and refuses help.
* How a caregiver can best handle the rejection. 
* Provide some gentle approaches that will prove helpful. 
* What to do when the situation is serious.

The Empowered Caregiver podcast is a safe space where caregivers find encouragement, confidence, wisdom, practical tools, and honest conversations about the realities of caring for an aging loved one.

]]> Caregiver, caregiver support, caregiver burnout, elder care, senior care, family caregiving No I’m a Caregiver…But I’m Angry 12 12 I’m a Caregiver…But I’m Angry full b8d95065-0602-4ff0-a193-00eac56234a8 https://share.transistor.fm/s/78ad3c37 Caregiving brings love and purpose, however, it can also bring some anger.  In this episode of the Empowered Caregiver podcast, ValerieB talks openly about an emotion that caregivers often feel but does not readily talk about.

In this episode she discusses:
* Why anger shows up in caregiving.
* Reveal some hidden sources of caregiver anger.
* Why some caregivers feel guilty about being angry.
* Provides some healthy ways caregivers can respond to anger.

The Empowered Caregiver podcast it’s a safe space where caregivers can find encouragement, confidence, resets, wisdom, practical tools, and honest conversations about the realities of caring for an aging loved one. 

If you are feeling overwhelmed, checkout the free Caregiver Burnout Check-In at
https://valerieb.podia.com

]]> Caregiving brings love and purpose, however, it can also bring some anger.  In this episode of the Empowered Caregiver podcast, ValerieB talks openly about an emotion that caregivers often feel but does not readily talk about.

In this episode she discusses:
* Why anger shows up in caregiving.
* Reveal some hidden sources of caregiver anger.
* Why some caregivers feel guilty about being angry.
* Provides some healthy ways caregivers can respond to anger.

The Empowered Caregiver podcast it’s a safe space where caregivers can find encouragement, confidence, resets, wisdom, practical tools, and honest conversations about the realities of caring for an aging loved one. 

If you are feeling overwhelmed, checkout the free Caregiver Burnout Check-In at
https://valerieb.podia.com

]]> Sat, 14 Mar 2026 06:00:00 -0500 ValerieB ValerieB 729 Caregiving brings love and purpose, however, it can also bring some anger.  In this episode of the Empowered Caregiver podcast, ValerieB talks openly about an emotion that caregivers often feel but does not readily talk about.

In this episode she discusses:
* Why anger shows up in caregiving.
* Reveal some hidden sources of caregiver anger.
* Why some caregivers feel guilty about being angry.
* Provides some healthy ways caregivers can respond to anger.

The Empowered Caregiver podcast it’s a safe space where caregivers can find encouragement, confidence, resets, wisdom, practical tools, and honest conversations about the realities of caring for an aging loved one. 

If you are feeling overwhelmed, checkout the free Caregiver Burnout Check-In at
https://valerieb.podia.com

]]> Caregiver, caregiver support, caregiver burnout, elder care, senior care, family caregiving No Caregiver Calm Reset - You Are Doing Better Than You Think 10 10 Caregiver Calm Reset - You Are Doing Better Than You Think full 819391e7-b5f9-447d-b546-c1c56c5d21ab https://share.transistor.fm/s/b59831d1 This Caregiver Calm reset is for the caregiver who doesn’t feel he or she is doing enough and who is questioning himself or herself.  You need a few moments to breathe, reaffirm yourself, recharge, and quiet your thoughts. 

If caregiving feels overwhelming, you constantly criticize yourself, and you feel you need to be perfect, this short guided reset offers caregivers emotional support, reassurance, and a calm space to exhale.  

Take a few quiet moments for yourself because you deserve care too.

]]> This Caregiver Calm reset is for the caregiver who doesn’t feel he or she is doing enough and who is questioning himself or herself.  You need a few moments to breathe, reaffirm yourself, recharge, and quiet your thoughts. 

If caregiving feels overwhelming, you constantly criticize yourself, and you feel you need to be perfect, this short guided reset offers caregivers emotional support, reassurance, and a calm space to exhale.  

Take a few quiet moments for yourself because you deserve care too.

]]> Fri, 13 Mar 2026 06:00:00 -0500 ValerieB ValerieB 446 This Caregiver Calm reset is for the caregiver who doesn’t feel he or she is doing enough and who is questioning himself or herself.  You need a few moments to breathe, reaffirm yourself, recharge, and quiet your thoughts. 

If caregiving feels overwhelming, you constantly criticize yourself, and you feel you need to be perfect, this short guided reset offers caregivers emotional support, reassurance, and a calm space to exhale.  

Take a few quiet moments for yourself because you deserve care too.

]]> Caregiver, caregiver support, caregiver burnout, elder care, senior care, family caregiving No I Learned the Hard Way - Part 1 11 11 I Learned the Hard Way - Part 1 full fbf3aa33-60c4-42ce-8960-50c73c2037de https://share.transistor.fm/s/4b995851 Caregiving brings love and purpose, however it can also teach us lessons that will help us on our caregiving journey.  In this episode of the Empowered Caregiver podcast, ValerieB talks openly about the hidden emotions experienced when a caregiver learns the hard way. 

In this episode she discusses: 
* The importance of getting an elder care attorney early.
* Choosing the right facility. 
* Having no basic knowledge of my loved one’s disease. 
* Dementia-proofing my home. 
* Self-care as a necessity. 
* Anger and resentment as a huge obstacle. 

The Empowered Caregiver podcast is a safe space where caregivers find support, encouragement, resets, practical tools, and honest conversations about the realities of caring for an aging loved one. 

]]> Caregiving brings love and purpose, however it can also teach us lessons that will help us on our caregiving journey.  In this episode of the Empowered Caregiver podcast, ValerieB talks openly about the hidden emotions experienced when a caregiver learns the hard way. 

In this episode she discusses: 
* The importance of getting an elder care attorney early.
* Choosing the right facility. 
* Having no basic knowledge of my loved one’s disease. 
* Dementia-proofing my home. 
* Self-care as a necessity. 
* Anger and resentment as a huge obstacle. 

The Empowered Caregiver podcast is a safe space where caregivers find support, encouragement, resets, practical tools, and honest conversations about the realities of caring for an aging loved one. 

]]> Tue, 10 Mar 2026 06:00:00 -0500 ValerieB ValerieB 1529 Caregiving brings love and purpose, however it can also teach us lessons that will help us on our caregiving journey.  In this episode of the Empowered Caregiver podcast, ValerieB talks openly about the hidden emotions experienced when a caregiver learns the hard way. 

In this episode she discusses: 
* The importance of getting an elder care attorney early.
* Choosing the right facility. 
* Having no basic knowledge of my loved one’s disease. 
* Dementia-proofing my home. 
* Self-care as a necessity. 
* Anger and resentment as a huge obstacle. 

The Empowered Caregiver podcast is a safe space where caregivers find support, encouragement, resets, practical tools, and honest conversations about the realities of caring for an aging loved one. 

]]> Caregiver, caregiver support, caregiver burnout, elder care, senior care, family caregiving No Caregiver Calm Reset - You Are Allowed to Pause 9 9 Caregiver Calm Reset - You Are Allowed to Pause full 2bb938a5-4ee9-4982-8f2c-36cac74531a2 https://share.transistor.fm/s/5c6d88ea This Caregiver Calm reset is for the caregiver who rarely takes time for themselves and feels that you are alone.  You may need a few moments to breathe, release some tension, recharge, and give yourself permission to pause. 

If caregiving feels overwhelming, this short guided reset offers caregivers emotional support, recovery, focus on what’s in front of you right now, and a calm space to exhale. 

Take a few moments for yourself because you deserve care too. 

]]> This Caregiver Calm reset is for the caregiver who rarely takes time for themselves and feels that you are alone.  You may need a few moments to breathe, release some tension, recharge, and give yourself permission to pause. 

If caregiving feels overwhelming, this short guided reset offers caregivers emotional support, recovery, focus on what’s in front of you right now, and a calm space to exhale. 

Take a few moments for yourself because you deserve care too. 

]]> Tue, 10 Mar 2026 06:00:00 -0500 ValerieB ValerieB 351 This Caregiver Calm reset is for the caregiver who rarely takes time for themselves and feels that you are alone.  You may need a few moments to breathe, release some tension, recharge, and give yourself permission to pause. 

If caregiving feels overwhelming, this short guided reset offers caregivers emotional support, recovery, focus on what’s in front of you right now, and a calm space to exhale. 

Take a few moments for yourself because you deserve care too. 

]]> Caregiver, caregiver support, caregiver burnout, elder care, senior care, family caregiving No The Grief in Caregiving 8 8 The Grief in Caregiving full 05467850-ceb8-44c4-955d-a92ae8db22a9 https://share.transistor.fm/s/3057facb Caregiving brings love and purpose; however it also brings a heaviness.  In this episode, of the Empowered Caregiver podcast, ValerieB talks openly about the hidden emotion of grief caregivers sometimes do not openly express. 

In this episode, ValerieB will discuss: 
*How to understand grief.
* Explain why caregiver grief is so complicated. 
* Discuss the quiet loneliness of grief that caregivers experience. 

The Empowered Caregiver podcast is a safe space for caregivers to find encouragement, wisdom, practical tools, and honest conversations about the realities of caring for an aging loved one. 

]]> Caregiving brings love and purpose; however it also brings a heaviness.  In this episode, of the Empowered Caregiver podcast, ValerieB talks openly about the hidden emotion of grief caregivers sometimes do not openly express. 

In this episode, ValerieB will discuss: 
*How to understand grief.
* Explain why caregiver grief is so complicated. 
* Discuss the quiet loneliness of grief that caregivers experience. 

The Empowered Caregiver podcast is a safe space for caregivers to find encouragement, wisdom, practical tools, and honest conversations about the realities of caring for an aging loved one. 

]]> Mon, 09 Mar 2026 07:00:00 -0500 ValerieB ValerieB 627 Caregiving brings love and purpose; however it also brings a heaviness.  In this episode, of the Empowered Caregiver podcast, ValerieB talks openly about the hidden emotion of grief caregivers sometimes do not openly express. 

In this episode, ValerieB will discuss: 
*How to understand grief.
* Explain why caregiver grief is so complicated. 
* Discuss the quiet loneliness of grief that caregivers experience. 

The Empowered Caregiver podcast is a safe space for caregivers to find encouragement, wisdom, practical tools, and honest conversations about the realities of caring for an aging loved one. 

]]> Caregiver, caregiver support, caregiver burnout, elder care, senior care, family caregiving No The Caregiver Second Shift 7 7 The Caregiver Second Shift full 7e9350c2-f5e6-45be-bf80-1d274db2c74d https://share.transistor.fm/s/140b3837 Caregiving brings love, care, patience, and purpose; however it can sometimes be overwhelming.  In this episode of the Empowered Caregiver podcast, ValerieB talks openly about the emotions associated with caregiving and working.  

In this episode, ValerieB will discuss: 
* The risks that working caregivers experience. 
* The 3 things that makes working and caregiving so hard. 
* Implementing micro-recovery moments. 
* Reclaiming your identity
 
The Empowered Caregiver podcast is a safe space for caregivers to find encouragement, a place to recharge, wisdom, practical tools, and honest conversations about the realities of caring for an aging loved one. 

]]> Caregiving brings love, care, patience, and purpose; however it can sometimes be overwhelming.  In this episode of the Empowered Caregiver podcast, ValerieB talks openly about the emotions associated with caregiving and working.  

In this episode, ValerieB will discuss: 
* The risks that working caregivers experience. 
* The 3 things that makes working and caregiving so hard. 
* Implementing micro-recovery moments. 
* Reclaiming your identity
 
The Empowered Caregiver podcast is a safe space for caregivers to find encouragement, a place to recharge, wisdom, practical tools, and honest conversations about the realities of caring for an aging loved one. 

]]> Sat, 07 Mar 2026 06:00:00 -0600 ValerieB ValerieB 1273 Caregiving brings love, care, patience, and purpose; however it can sometimes be overwhelming.  In this episode of the Empowered Caregiver podcast, ValerieB talks openly about the emotions associated with caregiving and working.  

In this episode, ValerieB will discuss: 
* The risks that working caregivers experience. 
* The 3 things that makes working and caregiving so hard. 
* Implementing micro-recovery moments. 
* Reclaiming your identity
 
The Empowered Caregiver podcast is a safe space for caregivers to find encouragement, a place to recharge, wisdom, practical tools, and honest conversations about the realities of caring for an aging loved one. 

]]> Caregiver, caregiver support, caregiver burnout, elder care, senior care, family caregiving No But, I’m Not Qualified To Be a Caregiver 6 6 But, I’m Not Qualified To Be a Caregiver full f70e7966-6f2a-4b2d-a493-afe4e80cb255 https://share.transistor.fm/s/677186b3 Caregiving brings love and purpose; however it can also be overwhelming and cause burnout.  In this episode of the Empowered Caregiver podcast, ValerieB talks openly about the hidden emotions caregivers sometimes experience as it relates to feeling unqualified.  

In this episode ValerieB will: 
* Squash the myth that caregiving requires classes, certification, or a title.  
* Explain why you are qualified to be a caregiver. 
* We explore the traits necessary to be a caregiver. 

The Empowered Caregiver podcast is a safe space for caregivers to find encouragement, feel empowered, find wisdom, practical tools, and honest conversations about the realities of caring for an aging loved one.  

]]> Caregiving brings love and purpose; however it can also be overwhelming and cause burnout.  In this episode of the Empowered Caregiver podcast, ValerieB talks openly about the hidden emotions caregivers sometimes experience as it relates to feeling unqualified.  

In this episode ValerieB will: 
* Squash the myth that caregiving requires classes, certification, or a title.  
* Explain why you are qualified to be a caregiver. 
* We explore the traits necessary to be a caregiver. 

The Empowered Caregiver podcast is a safe space for caregivers to find encouragement, feel empowered, find wisdom, practical tools, and honest conversations about the realities of caring for an aging loved one.  

]]> Fri, 06 Mar 2026 06:00:00 -0600 ValerieB ValerieB 642 Caregiving brings love and purpose; however it can also be overwhelming and cause burnout.  In this episode of the Empowered Caregiver podcast, ValerieB talks openly about the hidden emotions caregivers sometimes experience as it relates to feeling unqualified.  

In this episode ValerieB will: 
* Squash the myth that caregiving requires classes, certification, or a title.  
* Explain why you are qualified to be a caregiver. 
* We explore the traits necessary to be a caregiver. 

The Empowered Caregiver podcast is a safe space for caregivers to find encouragement, feel empowered, find wisdom, practical tools, and honest conversations about the realities of caring for an aging loved one.  

]]> Caregiver, caregiver support, caregiver burnout, elder care, senior care, family caregiving No Breaking Caregiver Burnout Before It Breaks You! 5 5 Breaking Caregiver Burnout Before It Breaks You! full c4daa5fc-a170-4776-9ba4-8cb1094caf16 https://share.transistor.fm/s/e2e6b0c3 Caregiving brings love and purpose; however it can also bring burnout.  In this episode of the Empowered Caregiver podcast, ValerieB continues to talk openly about the hidden emotion of burnout and what it takes to break it. 

In this episode ValerieB will: 
* Help you shift from just knowing what burnout is to breaking it.
*Shifting your mindset. 
*Five steps to help you break burnout.  

The Empowered Cargegiver podcast is a safe space for caregivers to find encouragement, wisdom, practical tools, and honest conversations about the realities of caring for an aging loved one. 

If you are feeling overwhelmed or exhausted, check out the Caregiver Burnout Check-In at https://valerieb.podia.com

]]> Caregiving brings love and purpose; however it can also bring burnout.  In this episode of the Empowered Caregiver podcast, ValerieB continues to talk openly about the hidden emotion of burnout and what it takes to break it. 

In this episode ValerieB will: 
* Help you shift from just knowing what burnout is to breaking it.
*Shifting your mindset. 
*Five steps to help you break burnout.  

The Empowered Cargegiver podcast is a safe space for caregivers to find encouragement, wisdom, practical tools, and honest conversations about the realities of caring for an aging loved one. 

If you are feeling overwhelmed or exhausted, check out the Caregiver Burnout Check-In at https://valerieb.podia.com

]]> Wed, 04 Mar 2026 06:00:00 -0600 ValerieB ValerieB 750 Caregiving brings love and purpose; however it can also bring burnout.  In this episode of the Empowered Caregiver podcast, ValerieB continues to talk openly about the hidden emotion of burnout and what it takes to break it. 

In this episode ValerieB will: 
* Help you shift from just knowing what burnout is to breaking it.
*Shifting your mindset. 
*Five steps to help you break burnout.  

The Empowered Cargegiver podcast is a safe space for caregivers to find encouragement, wisdom, practical tools, and honest conversations about the realities of caring for an aging loved one. 

If you are feeling overwhelmed or exhausted, check out the Caregiver Burnout Check-In at https://valerieb.podia.com

]]> Caregiver, caregiver support, caregiver burnout, elder care, senior care, family caregiving No When “I’m Fine” Isn’t Fine: Caregiver Burnout Explained 4 4 When “I’m Fine” Isn’t Fine: Caregiver Burnout Explained full 710686da-dc16-4c10-b48b-c63fe8443ab4 https://share.transistor.fm/s/60e4c856 Caregiving brings love, patience, and purpose; however it brings quite a bit of burnout.  In this episode of the Empowered Caregiver podcast, ValerieB talks openly about the hidden emotion of burnout that caregivers experience on a regular basis. 

In this episode ValerieB will:
* Explain the sources of burnout.
* Share seven (7) signs of burnout.
* Help you name it honestly and not minimize it.
*Re-introduce yourself to yourself.

The Empowered Caregiver podcast is a safe space for caregivers to find peace, calm, wisdom, encouragement, practical tools, and honest conversations about the realities of caring for an aging loved one.

If you are feeling overly exhausted, checkout out the Caregiver Burnout Check-In at https://valerieb.podia.com
Feel free to purchase the book that contains wise words for caregivers:  https://bit.ly/4eeNIR1
Check out Caregiver Calm, resets for caregivers:  https://insighttimer.com

]]> Caregiving brings love, patience, and purpose; however it brings quite a bit of burnout.  In this episode of the Empowered Caregiver podcast, ValerieB talks openly about the hidden emotion of burnout that caregivers experience on a regular basis. 

In this episode ValerieB will:
* Explain the sources of burnout.
* Share seven (7) signs of burnout.
* Help you name it honestly and not minimize it.
*Re-introduce yourself to yourself.

The Empowered Caregiver podcast is a safe space for caregivers to find peace, calm, wisdom, encouragement, practical tools, and honest conversations about the realities of caring for an aging loved one.

If you are feeling overly exhausted, checkout out the Caregiver Burnout Check-In at https://valerieb.podia.com
Feel free to purchase the book that contains wise words for caregivers:  https://bit.ly/4eeNIR1
Check out Caregiver Calm, resets for caregivers:  https://insighttimer.com

]]> Tue, 03 Mar 2026 06:00:00 -0600 ValerieB ValerieB 901 Caregiving brings love, patience, and purpose; however it brings quite a bit of burnout.  In this episode of the Empowered Caregiver podcast, ValerieB talks openly about the hidden emotion of burnout that caregivers experience on a regular basis. 

In this episode ValerieB will:
* Explain the sources of burnout.
* Share seven (7) signs of burnout.
* Help you name it honestly and not minimize it.
*Re-introduce yourself to yourself.

The Empowered Caregiver podcast is a safe space for caregivers to find peace, calm, wisdom, encouragement, practical tools, and honest conversations about the realities of caring for an aging loved one.

If you are feeling overly exhausted, checkout out the Caregiver Burnout Check-In at https://valerieb.podia.com
Feel free to purchase the book that contains wise words for caregivers:  https://bit.ly/4eeNIR1
Check out Caregiver Calm, resets for caregivers:  https://insighttimer.com

]]> Caregiver, caregiver support, caregiver burnout, elder care, senior care, family caregiving No My Caregiver Story - Dad 3 3 My Caregiver Story - Dad full 3df9f095-3943-4b84-acd1-f59bbb0b4e26 https://share.transistor.fm/s/191c9ce7 This episode is a continuation of my caregiver story, however the focus today is caring for my dad who lived with Alzheimer’s and Vascular Dementia.  

]]> This episode is a continuation of my caregiver story, however the focus today is caring for my dad who lived with Alzheimer’s and Vascular Dementia.  

]]> Mon, 02 Mar 2026 06:00:00 -0600 ValerieB ValerieB 1468 This episode is a continuation of my caregiver story, however the focus today is caring for my dad who lived with Alzheimer’s and Vascular Dementia.  

]]> Caregiver, caregiver support, caregiver burnout, elder care, senior care, family caregiving No My Caregiver Story - Mom (Part 1) 2 2 My Caregiver Story - Mom (Part 1) full 3ceed3fc-58f1-4cc0-a74d-b6f269d17583 https://share.transistor.fm/s/de235013 I will share my journey of caring for my mother and tell you how it all began. 

]]> I will share my journey of caring for my mother and tell you how it all began. 

]]> Sat, 28 Feb 2026 13:16:13 -0600 ValerieB ValerieB 811 I will share my journey of caring for my mother and tell you how it all began. 

]]> Caregiver, caregiver support, caregiver burnout, elder care, senior care, family caregiving No Welcome Caregivers 1 1 Welcome Caregivers full 7fa58d36-f771-442b-bb13-c9b7109df180 https://share.transistor.fm/s/69a99b9b Today’s episode is to launch the podcast and welcome all caregivers.  In this episode I share how this podcast will help and support caregivers who are caring for aging loved ones.  I will give you a taste of future episodes that will provide resets, discuss how to address burnout, teach you how to ask for help, detox guilt, and provide some practical tools that caregivers can use on a daily basis to assist with caregiving. 

]]> Today’s episode is to launch the podcast and welcome all caregivers.  In this episode I share how this podcast will help and support caregivers who are caring for aging loved ones.  I will give you a taste of future episodes that will provide resets, discuss how to address burnout, teach you how to ask for help, detox guilt, and provide some practical tools that caregivers can use on a daily basis to assist with caregiving. 

]]> Fri, 27 Feb 2026 21:40:00 -0600 ValerieB ValerieB 643 Today’s episode is to launch the podcast and welcome all caregivers.  In this episode I share how this podcast will help and support caregivers who are caring for aging loved ones.  I will give you a taste of future episodes that will provide resets, discuss how to address burnout, teach you how to ask for help, detox guilt, and provide some practical tools that caregivers can use on a daily basis to assist with caregiving. 

]]> Caregiver, caregiver support, caregiver burnout, elder care, senior care, family caregiving No