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CARECAST
by CAREOSITY
CARECAST is a thought-provoking podcast that delves into the essential themes of caregiving and home care. Each episode invites listeners to engage with heartfelt stories, expert insights, and practical advice from a variety of voices in the caregiving community. From navigating the emotional landscape of caring for loved ones to discovering resources for better support. CARECAST aims to empower caregivers and families alike. Join us as we explore the heart of care and learn to contribute to a more caring world. CARECAST: Exploring the Heart of Care.
Episodes
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When Care Becomes Control
In this episode of CARECAST, presented by CAREOSITY, we dive into a hidden danger in professional caregiving known as emotional locking. It is easy for deep devotion to quietly shift into exclusivity and control, creating an unhealthy dependency between a caregiver and a vulnerable client. We...
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Sham Dirt & Ninja Grandma
Caregiving often feels like being a project manager for a chaotic and beautifully unfiltered human experience. This episode highlights the absurd, surreal, and hilarious moments that happen when caring for the elderly, from a 92-year-old scaling a security gate to residents demanding a Costco...
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The Experience of Care
What does it truly mean to create a meaningful experience of care? In this episode of CARECAST, Jeremy Watkins explores the difference between completing a caregiving task and understanding the experience created while completing it. Feelings matter—but they are only one part of an experience.…
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When Pain Loses its Words
Pain does not become silent because a person cannot name it. It simply finds another language. A clenched jaw. A guarded movement. A familiar routine suddenly refused. A person who insists, “I’m fine,” while their body communicates something different. In this episode of CARECAST, Jeremy Watkins...
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The Person Behind the Behavior
Behavior may be the loudest thing in the room, but it is never the whole person. In this episode, CARECAST explores what may exist beneath refusal, agitation, repetition, accusations, resistance, and other behaviors commonly labeled “difficult.” Pain, fear, confusion, sensory overload, unmet…
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Why Caring Hurts Sometimes
Caring for another person can be meaningful, intimate—and painful. In the Season 4 premiere of CARECAST opens The Heart of Care by exploring what happens inside caregivers when connection, responsibility, and helplessness occupy the same space. Why does a difficult shift follow us home? Why can...
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What if We've Been Looking at Dementia Completely Wrong?
In this powerful episode of CARECAST, we challenge the traditional, deeply flawed narrative surrounding dementia. For decades, dementia care has been defined by subtraction—focusing entirely on lost memories, lost abilities, and a "fading" self. But what if our entire perspective is upside down?...
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The First 72 Hours - The Post-Hospital Logistics Nightmare
The moment a loved one is discharged from the hospital isn’t the end of a medical event—it’s the beginning of a logistical nightmare. In this episode, we unpack the hidden reality of the hospital-to-home transition, an invisible battlefield where sleep-deprived families are forced to act as...
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The Care Trap - When Desperation Meets a Broken System
In this vital episode of CARECAST, we dive deep into the heartbreaking reality families face when a loved one is suddenly discharged with a stack of paperwork and no real guidance. We are shining a light on what we call "The Care Trap"—that terrifying moment when sheer desperation leads families…
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Dementia Care Beyond the Medical Model
With dementia cases globally projected to jump to over 152 million by 2050, it is more urgent than ever that we completely rethink our approach to care. In this episode of CARECAST, we move beyond the traditional "broken brain" medical model that has dominated the industry since 1901 and explore…
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The Hands Remember - Decoding Procedural Memory
In this deeply comforting episode of CARECAST, we explore one of the most remarkable and hopeful phenomena in dementia care: procedural memory. Even as cognitive landmarks fade and names are forgotten, the physical body often holds onto the rhythm of lifelong habits. We discuss the beautiful...
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The Doctor Who Ended Senility Forever
In this fascinating historical episode of CARECAST, we journey back in time to explore the monumental shift that changed the landscape of aging and cognitive care forever. For centuries, the cognitive decline of older adults was largely dismissed as a vague, unavoidable, and untreatable condition...
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When a Loved One Becomes a Stranger
In this episode of CARECAST, we explore one of the most heartbreaking and disorienting realities of the caregiving journey: the profound cognitive and personality shifts that can make a loved one feel completely unrecognizable. Building on the heavy realities of dementia care and ambiguous loss…
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Ambiguous Loss - Grieving the Person Still Here
In this profoundly moving episode of CARECAST, we confront one of the most agonizing and misunderstood experiences in the caregiving journey: grieving someone who is still physically sitting right in front of you. Drawing on the pioneering research of family therapist Dr. Pauline Boss, we…
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Care Talk - The Hidden Risk of Private Caregiving
In this eye-opening episode of CARECAST: Exploring the Heart of Care, we dive into the massive, quiet shift happening in living rooms across the country: the rise of the independent, private caregiver. As the traditional agency model fractures under the weight of surging demand and high costs,...
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Movement as Caregiving Survival
In this insightful episode of CARECAST, we challenge the common assumption that caregiving is entirely about giving away your energy to keep someone else afloat. Instead of focusing on exhausting gym routines, we explore intentional movement as essential medicine and a literal survival tool for...
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Is Burnout Inevitable for Caregivers?
In this powerful and deeply honest episode of CARECAST: Exploring the Heart of Care, we step into the quiet, often isolating world of the informal family caregiver. Through the highly relatable story of Alena, we shine a light on the invisible 3:00 AM vigils, the relentless state of nervous…
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Stop Quizzing Your Loved Ones
In this episode of the CARECAST, we take a deep, transformative dive into the heart of dementia care through the lens of a revolutionary new framework. We are exploring the concepts found in the new book, "Mental Landmarks: A New Map for Navigating Dementia," written by our very own founder and...
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The Guilt of Relief: Hard VS Harmful
Have you ever felt a wave of relief when a client leaves your agency? And then immediately felt the heavy weight of guilt for feeling that way? In this episode of CARECAST, host Jeremy Watkins tackles one of the biggest taboos in the home care industry: the difference between a client who is Hard...
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BONUS EPISODE - Mental Landmarks: The Lighthouse in the Fog of Dementia
What if the person you love isn't "gone"? What if they are just navigating a thick fog, desperately searching for a lighthouse? This episode introduces "Mental Landmarks," a revolutionary, human-first approach to dementia care. Instead of focusing on what's lost, you'll learn to spot what…
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The Neuroscience of Stress: What Chronic Caregiving Does to Your Brain & Body
Is caregiving stress "all in your head"? Absolutely not. This week, we ground the emotional strain of caregiving in hard science, exploring the profound biological and neurological cost of chronic care. Host Jeremy Watkins demystifies the body's alarm system, the HPA Axis, and explains why the...
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The Uninvited Guests: Managing Guilt & Resentment
Guilt and resentment are the two most common—and often most shameful—emotions in the caregiving journey. They are the uninvited guests that slowly deplete your emotional energy. This week, we confront these powerful feelings head-on. Host Jeremy Watkins differentiates between guilt (the belief…
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The Caregiver's Emotional Burden: Compassion Fatigue and Empathy Overload
In our deep dive into the psychology of caregiving, this episode turns the lens inward. Providing highly empathetic care is emotionally exhausting, and if you're not protecting your heart, you risk a serious psychological toll. Host [Your Name] tackles the critical distinction between burnout...
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Grief, Loss, and Identity: The Care Recipient's Journey
In Season 2, we are diving into the psychology of caregiving. This week, we shift our focus entirely to the emotional world of the person you care for. As a caregiver, you manage the tasks, but are you seeing the profound sense of loss they are living with every day? Host Jeremy Watkins explores...
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BONUS EPISODE - Deep Dive - The Science Behind Behavior - How To Effectively Care For Those With Chronic Pain
Have you ever felt overwhelmed or unsure how to respond when a client in chronic pain lashes out? In this essential episode of CARECAST, we provide an audio guide to compassionate care, exploring the science behind why pain can lead to challenging behaviors like irritability and anger. We explain...
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The Power of Presence
Episode Title: The Power of Presence: Rediscovering the Heart of Care Episode Description: After a pause, CARECAST is back—and we’re diving straight into the heart of what makes caregiving so meaningful. In this episode, Jeremy explores the idea of presence in caregiving: why being truly “there”...
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Home Care Round Table. Leading Discussions That Matter
In this special episode of CARECAST, I am joined by Cecily Baker, Kristi Rorrer and Hope Reeves and we discuss some hot topics surrounding caregiving. This is the first episode of the new show, Home Care Round Table. Leading Discussions That Matter. CARECAST is created and hosted by Jeremy S...
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Handling aggressive behaviors
In this episode of the CARECAST, I am joined once again by our dear friend, Cecily Baker, to discuss some of the best practices to handle different behaviors not only from care recipients but also from their family members. It is important to know how to handle difficult behaviors from others…
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Education, Inspiration, Support
In this episode of CARECAST, Jeremy makes some big announcements and then talks about what his vision and purpose is behind every effort.
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Activities of Daily Living - featuring Cecily Baker
In this episode of the CAREOSITY CARECAST, I am joined by Cecily Baker owner of Be Patient Caregiving. We talk about ADLs. Why they’re important and how to assist others with ADLs.
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Mental health of the aging and elderly
In this episode Jeremy talks about mental health in the aging and elderly population. He discusses the prevalence, risk factors and promotion and prevention strategies for mental health in the elderly. If you are in need of mental health assistance, please visit our resource center on our website...
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Elderly abuse
In this episode of the CARESCAST, we will be talking about elderly abuse. ⚠️THIS EPISODE CONTAINES GRAPHIC DEFINITIONS OF ABUSE AND MAY TRIGGER MEMORIES OR EMOTIONS⚠️ If you know of or suspect elderly abuse, please don’t wait any longer to report it. Report all cases of abuse to the VA Department...
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Caregiver education
In this episode Jeremy talks about caregiver education. What it is, why it’s important and some areas of caregiving that require education.
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Perspectives and experiences in caregiving
On this special episode of CAREOSITY CARECAST we are joined by Cecily Baker (Ceece). She is a caregiver and business owner and her experience and perspectives will help you in your caregiving journey.
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What people need from caregivers
In this episode of the CAREOSITY CARECAST we will discuss three main things that people need from caregiver.
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The harsh reality
In this episode we talk about a troubling topic that is the harsh reality of a lot of families.
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Infection control for in - home care
In this episode we talk about the basics of infection control and prevention.
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Documentation
In this episode, we talk about the importance and benefits of complete and accurate documentation as a caregiver.
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Identifying the best in - home care options for you
In this episode of CAREOSITY podcast, Jeremy explains how to best identify the in - home care that is right for you or your loved one.
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The most important thing you can do as a caregiver
In this episode of CAREOSITY podcast, Jeremy talks about important things to do as a caregiver.
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
CARECAST is a thought-provoking podcast that delves into the essential themes of caregiving and home care. Each episode invites listeners to engage with heartfelt stories, expert insights, and practical advice from a variety of voices in the caregiving community. From navigating the emotional landscape of caring for loved ones to discovering resources for better support. CARECAST aims to empower caregivers and families alike. Join us as we explore the heart of care and learn to contribute to a more caring world. CARECAST: Exploring the Heart of Care.
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CARECAST is a thought-provoking podcast that delves into the essential themes of caregiving and home care. Each episode invites listeners to engage with heartfelt stories, expert insights, and practical advice from a variety of voices in the caregiving community. From navigating the emotional...
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