Take Care Time - The Tales and Exhales of Caregivers
Take Care Time: The Tales and Exhales of Caregivers," is a heartfelt and engaging exploration of the caregiving experience. It combines elements of laughter, mystery, and resilience to offer a unique perspective on the challenges and triumphs of those who dedicate their time to caring for others. Our stories are inspired by true events however the names and locations are changed to protect the privacy of caregivers.
Episodes
When trust is broken, what comes next? In this episode, Rosa confronts the aftermath of a staffing issue at The Bridge Center that left her son Jo Jo unsettled—and left her shaken. As the center works to rebuild trust, Rosa and Jorge step into new roles as advocates, both within their family and in their community. This episode explores the emotional ripple effects of inadequate care, the power of parent-led change, a...
Jo Jo is settling into The Bridge Center, but something isn’t right. He hesitates before getting on the van, comes home tense, and even has a small unexplained bruise. His mother, Rosa, senses something is wrong—and she’s right. A newly hired staff member, Jamie Peterson, lacks the experience and training needed to work with individuals with disabilities, and it’s affecting Jo Jo and others at the center. In this epis...
In this episode, Jo Jo begins his first days at The Bridge Center, an adult day program that promises structure and engagement. But while Jo Jo navigates his new environment, his parents, Rosa and Jorge Sr., grapple with unexpected emotions. Rosa struggles with the quiet in their home and the weight of newfound time, while Jorge encourages her to rediscover a long-lost passion—quilting. As they adjust to this new real...
In this episode, we follow Rosa and Jorge Sr. as they navigate the long and exhausting journey to secure adult day services for their son, Jo Jo. After years of waiting for a Medicaid waiver, the family finally gets the opportunity for Jo Jo to attend The Bridge Center. But what should be a moment of relief is instead filled with uncertainty, exhaustion, and emotional weight. As Jo Jo embarks on his first day, Rosa st...
In this heartfelt conclusion to the Semper Fi series, we follow Winston and Brooke as they navigate their most challenging crossroads yet. Winston faces the reality of his medical discharge and redefines his purpose by helping fellow Marines, while Brooke confronts her feelings of loss and rediscovery as she recommits to her family and her love of teaching. Together, they embark on a journey of growth, resilience, and...
In this gripping episode of "Semper Fi," Brooke confronts the realities of her new life during a candid first session with her support counselor. Overwhelmed by her dual roles as caregiver and wife, she admits to resenting her caregiving duties and mourning the loss of her romantic relationship with Winston. Seeking solace and space to gather her thoughts, Brooke drives to the beach, where a chance encounter...
In this compelling opening episode of "Semper Fi," we witness the life-altering moment when Staff Sergeant Winston Campbell sustains severe injuries from an IED explosion in Afghanistan. Follow the intense emotional journey as Brooke Campbell, his devoted wife, receives the harrowing news back home in Oceanside, California. As Brooke grapples with shock and fear, she swiftly transitions into a pillar of stre...
We delve deeper into the unfolding drama surrounding Martha, Carmen, and the unexpected guest who's made himself at home in their basement. As Tony's disappearance casts a shadow of uncertainty over Martha's world, a new character enters the scene—Jax, Tony's colorful parrot, whose playful antics and cheerful chirps bring unexpected joy to Martha's life.
Meanwhile, Carmen navigates the delicate...
Join us in the inaugural episode of 'Take Care Time' as we unravel the extraordinary world of caregiving. In this heartfelt journey, discover the stresses and mystery woven into the lives of caregivers as we explore the unique stories that shape their daily experiences.
Meet Mary who has to hire a caregiver for her mother Martha who has been diagnosed with Alzheimer's. Meet Carmen the new caregive...
We answer questions from listeners.
In this episode of "The Keys," we follow the emotional journey of Clarence Clemons after he wanders away from the senior center, prompted by feelings of confinement and a yearning for the familiar comforts of his past life. As Clarence finds himself lost and alone, struggling with the disorientation caused by early Alzheimer's, the community bands together in a heartfelt search to bring him back home. W...
In episode two of "The Keys," the Clemons family grapples with the sudden disappearance of Clarence from the senior center, launching a desperate search across Huntsville. As the community rallies together, the episode delves deeper into the challenges of caring for someone with Alzheimer’s. Meanwhile, Clarence’s condition brings to light the fragility of memory and the strength of community bonds in a crisi...
In this gripping episode of "The Keys," Clarence Clemons's routine drive spirals into an unforeseen police chase as he inadvertently heads toward Tennessee. Confused and disoriented, Clarence bypasses his intended grocery store destination, running red lights and merging onto the highway. Concerned citizens and alarmed family members swiftly react, leading to police intervention. As the chase concludes ...
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