Before your loved one leaves the hospital, use this safe discharge checklist to confirm mobility, medications, equipment, home health, caregiver training, and Medicare appeal rights—so you are not forced into an unsafe situation at home.
In this gripping episode of Caregiver Relief, host Diane Carbo sits down with Kathy McDaniel, author of Misfit in Hell to Heaven Expat. Kathy shares her remarkable journey surviving a terrifying drug-induced coma, navigating a dark near-death experience (NDE), catching a glimpse of absolute heavenly bliss, and the life-altering lessons
In this eye-opening episode of the Caregiver Relief Podcast, host Diane Carbo, RN, sits down with Kevin Guttman—a senior mortgage broker, four-time Amazon best-selling author, and one of only 218 Certified Reverse Mortgage Professionals in the United States. Together, they strip away the myths, outdated rumors, and misunderstandings surrounding
In this episode of the Caregiver Relief Podcast, host Diane Carbo sits down with Jeff Panik, a Certified Financial Planner (CFP) and author of Your Future Is Now: Your Blueprint for Solving Your Retirement Puzzle. With over 25 years of experience, Jeff cuts through the confusing financial jargon to give
In this eye-opening episode of the Caregiver Relief Podcast, host Diane Carbo, RN, sits down with Dr. Jill Bjerke—a healthcare executive, senior transition specialist, and aging-in-place expert. Together, they pull back the curtain on the financial, structural, and AI-driven shifts inside the healthcare system that are putting corporate profits
In this powerful episode of the Caregiver Relief Podcast, host Diane Carbo, RN, sits down with neuroscience and wellness expert Barbara Gustavson. Together, they pull back the curtain on the invisible weight that family caregivers carry—the constant multitasking, decision fatigue, and emotional labor—and explore how it impacts your
In this deeply moving episode of the Caregiver Relief podcast, host Diane Carbo sits down with advocate, speaker, and author Lori Jones. Lori shares her deeply personal journey growing up in the shadow of Huntington’s Disease (HD)—an autosomal dominant genetic illness that her father battled and that she
In this episode of the Caregiver Relief Podcast, host Diane Carbo, RN, sits down with Amy House, a certified dementia practitioner and care navigator from Tembo Health, to discuss a revolutionary resource for families navigating the complexities of cognitive decline. Listen HereView All Episodes 🎙️ Why This Episode is a Must-Listen
A personal Memorial Day reflection on fallen service members, family military service, patriotism, faith, and the sacred responsibility to remember those who died, support veterans, and honor the families who carry their sacrifice.
Caregiving is often a journey we are thrust into without a map. Whether you are currently caring for a loved one with dementia or want to ensure your own future wishes are respected, this episode provides the compass you need. 🧭 Listen HereView All Episodes Host Diane Carbo RN sits down
These were the words Marilyn Raichle grew up hearing from her mother. For years, Marilyn believed that once dementia arrived, personhood vanished and only loss remained. But when she finally stepped into the role of care partner, she discovered something revolutionary: The person is still there, and they are well
The latest episode of the Caregiver Relief Podcast dives into a chilling reality: financial exploitation of older adults is one of the fastest-growing forms of elder abuse in the U.S.. Host Diane Carbo sits down with Charles "Chip" Wallace, author of The Caregiver’s Game, to uncover
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Caregiving is often described as one of the most meaningful roles we take on, but it is equally one of the most exhausting. In this powerful episode of the Caregiver Relief Podcast, host Diane Carbo, RN, sits down with caregiver coach and author Rayna Neises to discuss how to move
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Caregiving is one of the most meaningful things you will ever do, but it is also one of the hardest. Many caregivers focus so intensely on their loved ones that they ignore the warning signs in their own bodies, leading to severe burnout. In this episode, host Diane Carbo sits
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Is the ER always the best place for a medical crisis? For many seniors and their caregivers, a trip to the emergency room means long waits, fragmented communication, and a "black hole" experience that can lead to further decline. But there is a shift happening in healthcare—one
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Imagine a world where you don’t have to wait for help to get out of bed, go to the bathroom, or reach for a favorite snack in the kitchen. In this episode of Caregiver Relief, Diane Carbo, RN, sits down with Aleksandr Malashchenko, the brilliant mind behind ReviMo, to
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Hospice care can happen at home, in a nursing home, assisted living, hospice unit, or hospital setting. Learn what caregivers need to know about levels of care, insurance coverage, room and board, and state differences.
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The medical system is great at treating the stroke, but who treats the marriage? In this moving episode of the Caregiver Relief Podcast, Diane Carbo sits down with Genevieve Richardson, a speech-language pathologist with over 30 years of experience, to discuss the "invisible" side of stroke recovery: the
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Knowing what to do immediately after death can help caregivers stay calm during an overwhelming moment. This step-by-step guide explains who to call, what happens next, and how to navigate the first hours with confidence.
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Can a loved one hear you before death? Learn what happens to hearing at the end of life and why your voice can still bring comfort and connection.
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In this eye-opening episode of the Caregiver Relief Podcast, host Diane Carbo, RN, sits down with Emma Soy, RN, founder of Gentle Shepherd Care. Together, they pull back the curtain on the "most misunderstood" segment of senior care: Assisted Living. Listen HereView All Episodes Are families making $320,
How long active dying lasts is one of the most urgent questions caregivers ask, this guide explains the typical timeline and what to expect in the final hours to days of life. Active dying is the final stage of life, and one of the most common questions caregivers ask is
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Deciding when to move a loved one to memory care is emotional and overwhelming. Learn the key signs and how to make the right decision.
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Dementia caregiving is emotionally exhausting. Learn practical strategies to manage behaviors, reduce stress, and avoid burnout.