Caring Connections
Saturdays and Sundays at 10:00am
Caring Connections is WCHL’s NEW 30-minute weekly radio program. The goal of this program is to educate listeners to improve the quality of life for families, professional caregivers, and people afflicted with chronic conditions. This locally-produced show will be of interest to all individuals and organizations that work with the senior population. Your host, and co-founder of Guiding Lights Caregiver Support Center, has over 15 years of experience as a geriatric social worker and administrator working in the long-term care. Please feel free to email your caring questions to caring@1360wchl.com.
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May 11, 2012
The Value of Caregiver Coaching
Join Marilee Johnson in a discussion about the role of a caregiver coach and how one may be able to ease your caregiver journey
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May 5, 2012
The Veteran's Administration's Aid & Attendance Benefit
Join Rupe Gill, Eldercare Attorney from Walker, Lambe, Costley, and Gill, PLLC in a discussion about the Veteran Administration's Aid and Attendance Benefit.
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April 28, 2012
Listen as Nicole Bruno as she talks with Latonya Brown of the Seniors Health Insurance & Information Program(SHIIP) in Orange County.
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April 21, 2012
Join host Nicole Bruno as she welcomes Lesley Daley as they discuss the nursing home checklist.
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April 14, 2012
Join Nicole Bruno and her guest Melanie Bumm as they discuss the steps to take after receiving an Alzheimer’s diagnosis.
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April 7, 2012
Nicole Bruno discussing home downsizing for seniors with Karyn White.
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March 31, 2012
The Reverse Mortgage: Please join Ron Heath, Reverse Mortgage Consultant from Towne Bank Mortgage as we break down the reverse mortgage an how it may be able to help you or a loved one.
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March 23, 2012
The Myths and Reality of Hospice: Join me as I talk with Nikki Ferrell, Manager of Business Development for Heartland Home Health & Hospice about the myths and realities of hospice care.
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March 17, 2012
How To Help An Older Adult Retire From Driving: Join me as I talk with Lauren Watral, Geriatric Care Manager about the Beyond Driving With Dignity Program as a way to help an older adult self assess their diving skills to decrease tension and ease the conversation about diving.
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March 9, 2012
Alzheimer's Disease: The Epidemic of The Baby Boomers: Join me for a candid discussion with Lisa Roberts, Executive Officer of the Alzheimer's Association.
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March 3, 2012
Adult Daycare: The Best Kept Secret in Healthcare. Join me for an informative discussion with Paul Klever, from Charles House Association about adult daycare and how it may be the perfect solution for your loved one.
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February 25, 2012
Caryn Byrd, Long-term care insurance agent. We dissected the long term care model of insurance that could help you pay for you care needs in the future.
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February 16, 2012
Krista Flair, Registered Nurse, Certified Senior Advisor and Service Supervisor for Homewatch CareGivers of the Triangle as she discussed the differences between home health and home care.
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February 11, 2012
Cooper Linton Vice President of Marketing and Business Development for Hospice of Wake County about Advance Directives: The Uncomfortable Gift.
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February 3, 2012
Laverne Coan, Author, & Family Caregiver about preparing to care to be a family caregiver.
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January 27, 2012
During this episode of Caring Connections we will be discussing the hidden risks of Over The Counter Medications and Herbals for Older Adults. Joining us today is Dr. Robin Zook certified geriatric pharmacist and owner of MTM Pharmacy Associates a medication Education and consulting group.
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January 21, 2012
On this episode of Caring Connections we discuss how to avoid the perils and pitfalls of procedures for older adults. Joining us today is Diane Halloran, RN MPH. Diane is the Founder and Executive Director of Everybody Needs a Nurse. She has been a practicing nurse for over 40 years. Diane founded Everybody Needs A nurse because she believe that everyone deserves the peace of mind that comes from
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January 14, 2012
On this episode of Caring Connections we discuss the safety risks of the older adult in their home. Joining us is Carroll Fernstrom, Occupational Therapist and Accessibility Consultant. Carroll has practiced in the field of Occupational Therapy for over 25 years specializing in physical rehabilitation in older adults. She is also an accessibility consultant with training to recommend modifications to people’s homes based on their medical and physical needs.
Safety in older adults resource.
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Saturday, January 7, 2012
On this episode we discuss Caregiver Burnout, an ever growing topic as our population is aging at an unprecedented rate. Joining us today is Patrick Toal, Geriatric social worker and founder of Caregiver Stress Management Cruises. Patrick has a Master’s Degree in Social work from our very own UNC Chapel hill and has been working with Family and Professional Caregivers for over 25 years. Patrick co-authored the book “Pressure Points: Alzheimer’s and Anger.” And was a contributor to the book “You are One of Us. Successful Clergy/Church Connections to Alzheimer’s Families.
Caregiver Burnout Resource Checklist
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