Jeannie Krause-Taylor

On Tuesday, June 18th at 1:00 pm (EST) I am pleased to welcome Jeannie Krause-Taylor MSW, LCSW,           C-ASWCM, founder of Pathway For Aging to our show,  ‘Be A Healthy Caregiver’ on Blog Talk Radio.  To listen to ‘Be A Healthy Caregiver’ live, simply click here! 

Located in St. Louis,  Pathways For Aging works to help  the Aging Population improve Quality of Life so all can Age Well.

Some of the services offered at  Pathways for Aging 

• Assistance and support for caregivers
• Counseling and psychotherapy services for older and some disabled adults
• Support and guidance in making difficult end-of-life decisions
• Support groups tailored to your organization

Our conversation on Tuesday will center around Ageism in the media and the vital role Pathway For Aging plays not only for Caregiver, but for the entire Senior community in the metropolitan St. Louis area.  Through our conversation with Jeannie, we will all learn how to ‘Be A Healthy Caregiver!’

 To listen to ‘Be A Healthy Caregiver’ live on Tuesday, June 18th at 1:00pm (EST) simply click here! 

To learn more about Pathways For Aging, simply click here! 

To visit Pathways For Aging on Facebook, simply click here! 

To learn more about Jeannie Krause-Taylor, simply click here!

Can’t listen live to our show on Tuesday?  NO Worries! All our episodes of ‘Be A Healthy Caregiver‘ are archived for your listening convenience by simply clicking here! 

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On Tuesday June 11th on ‘Be A Healthy Caregiver’ on Blog Talk Radio, I had the pleasure of speaking with Senior Housing expert Bruce Rosenblatt. Bruce is the Founder and CEO of Senior Housing Solutions and has been in the involved in the sales and marketing of senior housing communities for nearly 25 years.   Not only is Bruce knowledgeable and an excellent resource is the field of senior housing, Bruce is compassionate and is a terrific communicator!

To listen to this episode of ‘Be A Healthy Caregiver’ simply click here!

During our conversation, we spoke at great lengths about the different levels  of Senior Housing that are available to families and their loved ones to choose from.  Just like buying a car, there are many brands with many options. It is important for us to choose wisely and read all contractual obligations in the contract before signing on the dotted line.

Here are some tips to consider when searching for senior housing:

• Do your research on the proprietor, the property and the neighborhood:
• Decide where you want to live:
• Don’t be afraid to ask the difficult questions relating to continuing of care and financial obligations:
• Be proactive and not reactive:
• Don’t go solo, engage an objective 3rd person to help in the process.

Moving is often an emotional and traumatic experience for seniors and their families.   Being proactive, while allowing your loved one to have a voice in the process will help create a smooth transition.  Having someone like Bruce Rosenblatt on your team  ensures that when those ‘i’s’ are dotted and those ‘t’s’ are crossed, you can be assured that your loved one is safe and secure!

To listen to this episode of ‘Be A Healthy Caregiver’ simply click here!

To visit Bruce online, simply click here! 

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On Tuesday, June 11th we welcome Bruce Rosenblatt,  founder of Senior Housing Solutions to our show.  To listen to our show, simply click here!

Senior Housing Solutions is a personalized resource that helps guide family members and their parents about senior housing and other care options.

Bruce has been involved with sales and marketing senior housing communities for nearly 25 years both as a consultant and executive with some of the nation’s leading for-profit and not for profit senior living companies and has successfully overseen the sales and marketing of over 30 properties throughout the country.

An expert in the field of senior housing, Bruce  uses his personal knowledge to help individuals and families make a well-informed and educated decision.  And through our conversation with Bruce, we will all learn how to ‘Be A Healthy Caregiver!’

To visit Senior Housing Solutions, simply click here!

To listen to ‘Be A Healthy Caregiver’ on Blog Talk Radio, simply click here!

Can’t listen live to our show…NO Worries!  All of our shows are archived for your listening convenience by clicking here! 

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Susan Perkins-Newman

Tuesday on ‘Be A Healthy Caregiver’  on Blog Talk Radio, I had the pleasure to visit with Suzanne Perkins-Newman, Founder and CEO of Answers For Elders.com.   Thrust into the role of Caregiver for her Mom at the height of her career,  Suzanne learned the importance of ‘living in my heart’ during her Caregiving journey.

Career focused and living life in the corporate world, Suzanne’s Caregiving journey provided her the opportunity to take a step back, “to be venerable”, “to be softer. ”  While living life in the reality of the care for her Mom, Suzanne’s Caregiving  changed her life in more ways than one.

Caregiving is not for the faint of heart; but Caregiving does change our heart!  Being entrusted with the care of another human being is one of the greatest honors that can be bestowed on another person.  While we are in the midst of Caregiving, it may be difficult to see the importance of our role.  Sleepless nights, constant worry, loss of one’s individuality are just a sample of what Caregivers often feel during their Caregiving journey.   However, knowing that we are providing  a beautiful sunset to one’s life, will far outweigh the day-to-day challenges we face as a Caregiver. 

 By combining her business knowledge and the passion Suzanne has in her heart, Suzanne created Answers For Elders.com.  I have no doubt that Suzanne’s endeavor will be a success and come to think about it, I’m sure Suzanne has always had a good and gentle heart!

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On Tuesday, June 4th at 1:00 pm (est) we welcome Suzanne Perkins-Newman, Founder and CEO of Answers For Elders.com to ‘Be A Healthy Caregiver’ on Blog Talk Radio. You can listen to the show by clicking here! 

Suzanne Perkins-Newman

As a successful business executive, Suzanne was thrust into the role of Caregiver for her Mom where she experienced a transformation in both her personal and professional life.

From Suzanne’s Caregiving experience, she founded Answers For Elders.com to assist Caregivers during their special Caregiving journey.  

Answers For Elders.com  is a wonderful family caregiver’s resource where you will find professional experts, local resources, and helpful answers to all your care questions.  The site is user-friendly and easy to maneuver!  Through our conversation with Suzanne, we will all learn how to ‘Be A Healthy Caregiver!’ 

Visit Answers For Elders by simply clicking here!

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Tuesday on ‘Be A Healthy Caregiver’ on Blog Talk radio my guest, was Licensed Massage Therapist Wayne White.

Wayne White, LMT

Through the art of massage therapy, Wayne took us on a journey on how massage therapy can be a tool to aid in the healing of the mind, body, and spirit.   Wayne was clear in his message that massage therapy is not a replacement for curative care, yet a viable avenue to help reduce stress while being an aid in healing.

To listen to our episode on Massage Therapy with Wayne White, simply click here!

Having balance in life allows us to ‘Be A Healthy Caregiver’ yet finding that balance during our busy Caregiving days can be difficult.

Here are some simple ‘Bow Tie Guy’ Tips to help you find balance and ‘Be A Healthy Caregiver’ 

   BAHC!

•         Be  willing to set aside time in your day that is just for you.
•         Allow yourself the freedom to explore something new.
•        Have the courage to ask for help when needed.
•        Care for yourself as well as you care for your Caree.

Be Free of Stress

Stress plays an adversarial role with our mind, body and spirit. Finding that delicate balance that will help relieve stress is essential for our well-being.  Taking that first step to help relieve  stress is often the most difficult step to take.

I would love to hear how you relieve stress in your life?  Feel free to leave your comments below or email me directly at Chris@thepurplejacket.com

                    Listen to  my show, ‘Be A Healthy Caregiver’ by simply clicking ‘here!

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On Tuesday May 28th at 1:00 pm (est)  we welcome licensed massage therapist, Wayne White to our ‘Be A Healthy Caregiver’ Show on Blog Talk Radio!  To listen to the show live, simply click here! 

Wayne White, Licensed Massage Therapist

Massage therapy is one of the most soothing gifts that one can experience in life.  Stress relief and massage therapy go hand in hand.  Those long stressful days of work and Caregiving can be removed by the simple touch of a licensed massage therapist.

Wayne working in his studio

On today’s show, we are going to explore with Wayne the art of massage therapy and why massage therapy is essential to good mental and physical health.  Through our conversation today with Wayne, we will all learn how to ‘Be A Healthy Caregiver!’

To listen to the show live on Tuesday at 1:00 pm (est), simply click here! 

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