Caregiver Relief Podcast

In this moving episode of the Caregiver Relief Podcast, host Diane Carbo, RN sits down with dementia care expert and author Mary Underwood, who shares transformative insights from her powerful book “The Heart Remembers: Touching Lessons from the Dementia Journey.” 📖✨

Together, they explore what it truly means to offer person-centered care — not just checking boxes, but deeply honoring the emotional, spiritual, and human side of...

Sharon Daltrey, is the Co-Founder and Director of Timeless Presents, a UK-based social enterprise creating dementia-inclusive activities that help families and care teams reconnect with their loved ones. Inspired by her father’s journey with Alzheimer’s,Sharon has dedicated her work to developing tools that reach beyond memory loss and create those treasured moments of spark and recognition—even when language and cognition have fad...

In this powerful episode of the Caregiver Relief Podcast, Diane speaks with Nicole àBeckett and Dr. Shruti Roy, the inspiring co-founders of Hero Generation—a digital platform designed by caregivers, for caregivers. They share their deeply personal caregiving stories, the emotional and logistical challenges they faced, and how those experiences inspired them to build a solution that combines AI, community, and collaboration tools.

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In this insightful episode, we explore meaningful and engaging activities for individuals with Alzheimer's dementia with our special guest, Judith A. Levy, ED.M., OTR/L—a highly experienced occupational therapist and author with over 40 years in adult rehabilitation.

Judy brings both professional expertise and personal experience, having cared for her own mother with Alzheimer's for 10 years. Together, we discuss how the right activ...

Welcome to Caregiver Relief Podcast, hosted by Diane Carbo, RN, a dedicated advocate for family caregivers. In this transformative episode, we introduce Watch Our Own, a revolutionary app created by former caregivers Giancarlo Paolillo and Sherrie Simms. Drawing from their personal caregiving experiences, Giancarlo and Sherrie have developed a comprehensive tool to simplify caregiving and alleviate the challenges faced by over 56 m...

Welcome to Caregiver Relief with your host, Diane Carbo, RN. In this heartfelt episode, "A Son's Mission: Dr. George Ackerman's Journey from Loss to Legacy," we pay tribute to Sharon Riff Ackerman and explore the quest for a Parkinson’s cure. Dr. George Ackerman, a family caregiver, advocate, educator, and author, shares his personal story of love, loss, and resilience.

After the heartbreaking loss of his mother, Sharon, in 2020, Dr...

In this heartfelt episode, Diane Carbo shines a spotlight on the inspiring work of the Veteran Last Patrol Program, an organization dedicated to providing companionship, comfort, and dignity to veterans in hospice care. Joining Diane is John Davis, a passionate board member, who shares how this mission honors our nation's heroes during their final journey.

Discover the impactful initiatives such as:

In this insightful video, we explore the profound impact that music can have on individuals with dementia, featuring Alexis Baker, a board-certified music therapist. Alexis shares her expertise on how music therapy can stimulate memory, improve mood, and enhance the overall well-being of those living with dementia. Learn about the therapeutic benefits of music and how it can be used as a tool to connect with loved ones who may be e...

As an RN, I’ve watched too many of doctors prescribe antidepressant medications every time a patient starts to cry. We have become a culture that finds this practice as acceptable. I don’t mean to diminish the pain and symptoms of depression someone might experience. In fact, I suffer from symptoms of depression.

It's important to say, tears are healthy. Sadness doesn’t always need treatment. It's critical to understand that pleasur...

Bathing can be a challenging and potentially hazardous task for seniors and the elderly, but American Standard's Walk-In Tubs offer a thoughtful and practical solution to this everyday concern. In this review, we'll explore the key features and benefits of American Standard Walk-In Tubs, which have become a popular choice among seniors and their caregivers looking for a safe and comfortable bathing experience.Hydrotherapy and Relax...

Discover the Key to Pelvic and Abdominal Health

Are you experiencing pelvic pain, sexual dysfunction or urinary or fecal incontinence? You're not alone. Countless Americans of all ages are dealing with these issues.

Luckily, there's a solution: pelvic and abdominal physical therapy. This specialized type of therapy targets a wide range of conditions, from urinary incontinence to fecal incontinence and post prostate surgery recovery.

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Today we are gonna address what are the stages of dementia, the memory, and ability to think. And do routine things declines when you have a diagnosis of dementia. It does not happen all at once. And there's a progression of dementia that can be divided into seven distinct stages.

And then we have these stages. The first three are considered the early parts of dementia. The next three stages are four, five and six are the middle sta...

Diane Carbo is joined by Alicia Huard to discuss the emotional and practical challenges caregivers face when their caregiving journey ends. Alicia shares her personal story of caregiving, which began in 2007 when her mother suffered a major heart attack. Over the years, Alicia cared for her mother, mother-in-law, and father, all while raising her own children. Her caregiving experiences eventually led her to become a death doula.

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There are physical and medical issues of providing care. There is significant emotional and psychological issues that impact the caregivers themselves.

Caregivers often experience a variety of complex emotions during their caregiving journey. The family caregiver is expected to adjust to changes that are expected of them, as they provide that care.

The most common emotion that caregivers report is guilt. Most report feelings of frust...

The Merriam Webster Dictionary defines a caregiver a person who provides direct care for children, elderly people, or the chronically ill.

Caregiver is a general term. To me it means anyone that supports someone that needs some extra help. This could be a family caregiver, a home health aide, A respite caregiver, a travel companion, a companion or a sitter. You see, in todays world there are many that need help of some kind. And man...

Attention seniors and those who care for them! Did you know that by 2030, there will be a shortage of 1 million paid care workers in the US? Our present public health crisis already puts the burden of caring for older adults and disabled children on family members and friends. Family caregivers provide over $600 billion dollars of unpaid care. These family members are providing this care at the cost of their own mental and physical...