Yes! I Have a Voice

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By: Ruth Lewis-Coste

Caregivers are entitled to be seen and heard. We are ready to speak out and come out of the shadows. This podcast series is to support one another and share the tools that will support us in our own wellbeing, mentally and physically, to make not only the lives of the people we are looking after better, but also our lives too. The time is now to be proud and loud about being a caregiver, while staying healthy yourself!

Episode 42: Denise Brown
#42
09/28/2022

Today I am joined by Denise Brown, a writer in Chicago and from her own story of supporting family caregivers is now developing training (The Certified Caregiving Consultant) for professional carers to support unpaid caregivers called. The Certified Caregiving Consultant training turns former family caregivers into life coaches and care consultants who serve, support and help family caregivers.

Denise also works with corporations and companies interested in providing educational and supportive programs to help their caregiving employees.

You can follow Denise on Linkedin

You can buy Denise's Books:
- The Caregiving Years...


Episode 41: Richard Bates
#41
08/31/2022

Today I am joined by Richard Bates. Richard is a publisher and was thrown into his own caregiving story as his father became increasingly taken by dementia.

He documented his own experiences during that time and discovered that so many others had interesting and uplifting stories to tell that were not all about emptying commodes, as the cover might suggest.

He has put together a collection of essays by many well-known people who describe their own reality and feelings that are enlightening, even entertaining.

The purpose of the book, he says, is to...


Episode 40: Mike Michel
#40
08/10/2022

In today's episode I am joined by Mike Michel, the founder of the CareTrainr App; If you care for an aging loved one, the CareTrainr app makes it easy to maintain a care routine and quickly onboard new help. Given the high turnover in the homecare industry. Mike's goal is to resolve the shortage of healthcare workers, Reduce hospital readmission, eliminate caregiver burnout, and provide the best care experience possible.

You can follow Mike on social media:

Instagram: @thecaregiverguy
Facebook: @thecaregiverguy
Email: mike@caretrainr.com

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Episode 39: Lynne Stukart
#39
07/20/2022

Today I am joined by Lynne Stukart. Lynne Stukart is an Award-winning Musician, Sound Healing Practitioner, Educator and Coach who blends a professional music career with transformational sound healing, breathwork and sound meditation. Lynne is deeply dedicated to sharing the many health benefits and healing capabilities of sound. She helps people overcome stress and overwhelm so they can return to clarity and wellness in mind + body + spirit. Lynne provides sound healing therapy services (aka Sound Baths) with individual and group sessions, including workshops, retreats, and corporate events, in-person and virtually around the globe.

You can follow Lynne...


Episode 38: Nikki Nurse
#38
06/15/2022

Today I am joined by Nikki Nurse. Nikki was 28 when she became the full time caregiver to her mum, who at 58 was diagnosed with dementia. Nikki's experience as a creative in the fashion industry helped her think outside the box when it came to helping her mum still feel independent and engaged in life.


Instagram: @alogcabininbrooklyn
Facebook: @ALogCabinInBk
Twitter: @alogcabininbk

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Episode 37: Carroll Golden
#37
05/18/2022

Today I am joined by Carroll Golden. When Carroll saw and lived through the discord between her husband's family over money and the care needed for their mother, she knew from her background as a financial planner that she had to do something about it.

Read her book "How Not To Tear Your Family Apart"

LinkedIn: @carrollgolden
Website: https://www.thecaringconversation.com/

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Episode 36: Eunice Ray
#36
04/27/2022

Today I am joined by Eunice Ray from Louisville, Kentucky. She is a publisher, writer and the owner of a network marketing business with a health & wellness brand called Arbonne.
Eunice shares her caregiving story about her husband, in July 2020, after a 10 year struggle with neurological decline, succumbed to his combat related injuries sustained during the Vietnam War.

You can follow Eunice:
Facebook
Linkedin

Thank you for listening. If you found value from this episode, don't forget to leave a 5* review, take a screenshot and tag me @yes_ihaveavoice.
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Episode 35: Tara McDonald
#35
03/16/2022

Today I am joined by Tara McDonald from Melbourne, Australia. Tara shares her story about her Dad, Jim who was diagnosed with Alzheimerā€™s disease 6 years ago and gives her advise. She represents and support people just like her, who care for their parents and children simultaneously while trying to have their own life somewhere in between.

You can follow Tara:
Tiktok

Thank you for listening. If you found value from this episode, don't forget to leave a 5* review, take a screenshot and tag me @yes_ihaveavoice.
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Episode 34: Antriece Hart
#34
03/09/2022

Today I am joined by Antriece Hart. She's an award-winning sales leader, who coaches on global leadership and is a motivational speaker. Antriece looks after her mum who has been living with Alzheimers for the past 10 years, since her diagnosis at the age of 65. She has so much love for her mum and has discovered the art of redirection when her mum gets confused.

You can follow Antriece:
LinkedIn

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Episode 33: Nathalie de Vazeille
#33
03/02/2022

Today I am joined by Nathalie de Vazeille. She is committed to helping in the Care of Seniors and works for StackCare in VP Marketing and Business Development.

StackCare is a very interesting system to help monitor the movements of people who need care but are still somewhat independent and help the family care givers keep in touch with what's going on, from falls to food intake. Let's allow Nathalie to explain.

You can follow Nathalie:
LinkedIn

You can follow Stack Care:
Instagram: @stackcare
Facebook: @StackCareHome
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