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engAGINGconversations's podcast
by Sheryl Smith RN
Honest discussion about end of life planning and choices to help start conversations and change the way society doesn't talk about death. Our goal is to improve quality of life.
Episodes
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Dying with Dad, with Yvonne Caputo_112
Teacher, author, corporate trainer, psychotherapist, and author Yvonne Caputo, shares her family caregiver story with us today. Through experiences with her professional life, she was able to have difficult conversations with her father that changed their relationship, and ultimately honored his...
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111_Sandwiched, with Laurie James
How does one manage when you have 4 girls between 10 and 15 years of age and your mom has a life changing medical issue? Why you become sandwiched, of course. Laurie James shares her experience with us today. And the struggles are real. Listen to our talk today and find out why it's so important…
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A Way Back to Health with Kelley Skoloda_110
Personal stories are so important. Sharing our agonies and defeats as well as our wins can help others when they find themselves in similar situations. Kelley Skoloda shares her story today. She was a busy, healthy, active businesswoman, wife and Mom when she was diagnosed with cancer. She wrote…
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Medicare's Annual Enrollment Period with Christian Worstell_109
Christian Worstell is a licensed insurance agent, senior staff writer for MedicareAdvantage.com, and Medicare expert. I talk with him today about Medicare and all it's moving parts, including the annual enrollment period which runs from October 15th-December 7th every year. Listen to today's...
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Talking Senior Care and Finances with Ryan McEniff_108
People like to talk about finances about as much (or maybe less) than they like talking about death. But it is HUGELY important to know what your parents finances. And hopefully before you take on the role of family caregiver. I'm talking with Ryan McEniff today and he's talking to me about this...
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A Talk with The Dementia Whisperer, Laura Wayman_107
Did you know that dementia is not a diagnosis, but rather a list symptoms? And that 50% of those over 65 can have one of these symptoms? What is a dementia whisper and how does one become one? Laura Wayman has spent decades in the memory care space. Her book A Loving Approach to Dementia Care now...
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Loving Choices, Peaceful Passing with Kathleen Vallee Stein_106
Kathleen Vallée Stein is a baby boomer. And so are her siblings. If you were raised in the 50's, 60's, and even 70's, your father often had the final say about everything. And many ruled with an iron hand. When her Dad was facing end of life, it was difficult to reverse rolls. And her Mom was not...
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105_Using Essential Oils for Neuropathic Pain, with Kami Schaal, RN
Kami Schaal is a career RN. She spent over a decade working in an ICU, in a level 1 trauma center in Philadelphia. She's seen it all. She transitioned to home care/hospice case management and says the transition wasn't difficult. She came to the use of essential oils with her family. Her academic...
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When Caregiving Calls with Dr. Aaron Blight_104
Dr. Aaron Blight has had a lifetime of caregiving experience. Both personal and professional. He took what he learned as a family caregiver and started a career in professional caregiving. His latest endeavor has taken him from the owner of a homecare business, to being the founder of Caregiving...
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Caregiver, Cancer Survivor, and Wellness Advocate, Terry Lyn Fountain_103
Terry Lyn Fountain has a great outlook on life. As you listen to her speak you can tell she is an optimist. And she is also an realist. She is a 78 year old cancer survivor. She has a husband for whom she provides care. She is also an essential oil user and a new dōTERRA wellness advocate. She...
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Erythra Thalassa, Brain Disrupted with Annette Berkovits_102
You never know when you might become a family caregiver. Annette Berkovits never thought she would be in that role. In fact, at this point in her life, as a woman in her 70's, she thought someone might be needing to care for her. Her story is one of resilience and support for her family. And...
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When I'm 64 with Ken Stern_101
Ken Stern is not only the host of a new podcast aiming to help family caregivers, he is a member of the Sandwich Generation. The new podcast, When I'm 64, is produced by The Longevity Project, an offshoot of the Stanford Center on Longevity. By sharing family caregiver stories, they hope to help...
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100_Aromatherapy Use in Palliative Care with Denise Joswiak RN
I'm sure you've heard of essential oils. A lot of people think they're witchy or woo woo-ey. But the reason they can be so effective is they are made up of chemical compounds and work at a cellular level. As in science! Denise Joswiak is not only a certified aromatherapist, she is also a…
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Mettle Health with Dr. BJ Miller_099
Life is inevitable. And there are moments in life that define the path you take. BJ Miller had one of those life defining moments in college. He became disabled after an electrical injury. It was his experience as a patient that led him to become a physician. He was ready to give up on medicine...
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Jaime Think Say Do, with Jaime Robbins_098
What happens when you are a woman who is finally figuring out her life, in a committed relationship, about to have a baby, and then diagnosed with cancer? Jaime literally lost her voice for months while undergoing treatment for throat cancer, so she began writing. blogging her experiences and...
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All of Us Warriors with Rebecca Munn_097
Death doula, and author, Rebecca Munn is an optimist. She was raised by optimists. Yet she encourages conversations about death. And talks to people about cancer. Why? Because it's who she is. Her first book, The Gift of Goodbye: A Story of Agape Love , she shares the journey she took with her…
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Plan for Aging Well_096
How do you feel about being dismissed? Or ignored. Or being told what to do…This is often how our aging population is treated. And if we don't change things, this will happen to you as well. Stephanie Erickson is a social worker, certified Alzheimer's disease treatment specialist, and author of a...
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Welcome Back Update_095
Hey Stranger, where ya been? I know I've been in absentia for the better part of the last 3 months and really my only excuse is…Covid. No, I didn't have it, but I have been struggling with thoughts about what I'm going to do with the rest of my life. As we all know, life has changed. And in some...
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Man's 4th Best Hospital with Samuel Shem_094
Samuel Shem, aka Stephen Bergman MD, wrote The House of God after surviving his medical residency. 40 years later, he reprises the characters for his most recent novel, Man's 4th Best Hospital. He says the best way to talk about history is through fictional writing. In Man's 4th Best Hospital, he...
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Joan Lunden (Yes, THAT Joan Lunden!) on Aging_093
Joan Lunden is a well-known, influential public figure and author. I talk with her today about her family caregiver experience, as well as her newest book Why Did I Come Into This Room? an honest look into what it's like to be an aging woman. Listen today to hear: Why Joan is the national...
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Care.ly with Mike Eidsaune_092
Do you have a loved one in an assisted living or long-term care facility? If you do, you need to listen to this episode. Mike Eidsaune, founder and CEO of Care.ly, tells about this communication tool. Find out: What Care.ly is Who it is for How it can be used to improve communication Why it is...
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COVID-19 Lockdown Day 70, Rincon Puerto Rico Edition
The last (hopefully) update on Covid-19 lockdown in Rincon, PR
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Anatomical Donation with Mark Zavoyna_091
Many of us have talked about end of life wishes. I'm willing to bet though, that many have never considered anatomical donation as an option. Mark Zavoyna is the Operations Manager of the Anatomical Donor Program at Georgetown University School of Medicine. Listen and learn today: What is...
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COVID-19 Lockdown Day 37 Rincon, PR Edition
Latest updates regarding lockdown in Rincon, Puerto Rico including information on life and availability of testing here
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The Conversation Project with Kate DeBartolo_090
How do you want to live? The goal of The Conversation Project is to get people talking about this. And they are using the non-medical community to get these conversations started. The focus is on values, not medical terminology. Kate DeBartolo, who oversees the Conversation Project, shares her...
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COVID-19 Lockdown Day 29 Rincon, Puerto Rico Edition
The latest on life in Puerto Rico in the midst of the COVID-19 lockdown.
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COVID-10 Lockdown Day 20 Rincon, Puerto Rico Edition
Update on the last week and tips about how to wear a mask and gloves, where to find more GOOD information.
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Aimee Gindin, Journalist, Daughter, Family Caregiver_089
A daughter's plea: Doctors must stop shirking palliative care. No beating around the bush there. A great article about Aimee's experience as a family caregiver for her Dad. Aimee shares her experience today as well as suggestions for making things better for all. Listen and learn about: Barriers…
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COVID-19 Lockdown Day 12 & 13 Rincon, PR Edition
The latest here in PR. #quedateencasa #stayhome #staythefuckathome
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COVID-19 Lockdown Day 10 & 11 Rincon, Puerto Rico Edition
Day 10/11 update. Statistics, resources, cleaning tips, advice...
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COVID-19 Lockdown Day 8 & 9 Rincon, PR Edition
Airport closures, shelter in place orders, and scarcity of PPE among other things.
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COVID-19 Lockdown Day 6 & 7 Rincon, PR Edition
Update on yesterday and today
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COVID-19 Lockdown Day 5 Rincon, PR edition
Daily update and thoughts
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COVID-19 Lockdown Day 4 Rincon, PR Edition
Daily update + some suggestions for keeping yourself and your loved ones safe...
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COVID-19 Lockdown Day 3 Rincon, PR Edition
Day 3. Scary decisions, quiet, lonely...thank God for my dog!
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COVID-19 Lockdown Day 2, Rincon PR Edition
A day in the life of COVID-19 lockdown in Rincon, PR, day 2...
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Geriatric Nurse Consultant and Dementia Practitioner Jeri Kraus_088
Planning ahead is important. But how do you plan ahead when you don't know what you need? You enlist the help of a geriatric nurse consultant. Jeri has spent her nursing career in the end of life space. From an early age, she was drawn to work with the elderly. And some personal experiences with...
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COVID-19 Lock Down Day 1, Rincon PR edition
Day one of lock down in Rincon, PR as we try to slow the progression of the COVID-19 pandemic. I will be doing a daily update to let the rest of the world know what's happening here. Please share. And take care of yourself.
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Special Edition: COVID-19 and Palliative Care with Jennifer Moore Ballentine
Jennifer Moore Ballentine is the executive director of the Shiley Institute of Palliative Care at California State University. She recently wrote a very interesting piece about just the role of palliative care in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic. Please tune in to this very important episode…
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Dialing Back the Fear of Death with Debra Diamond_087
Do you believe in life after death? If you do, you're going to love this interview. If you don't, you should listen to this interview. I firmly believe that Debra Diamond can decrease your fear of dying. Debra Diamond is a former Wall Street money manager, turned psychic medium and death doula.…
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Embracing the Inevitable with Julianne McDevitt RN_086
I love to talk to nurses. We practice in all areas of healthcare, so you can find a nurse to talk to for just about anything. Julianne is an expert RN, end of life doula, and advance care planning facilitator. She can help individuals identify their personal goals, options, and choices when it...
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End of Life with Barbara Karnes RN_085
Are we taking better care of our dying family members than we were 30 years ago? It's a question I ask end of life expert, Barbara Karnes RN on today's episode. She has been in this space, almost since the beginning of the movement, so she should know better than anyone. Find out the answer to…
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Hey, I'm Back!_084
After a holiday hiatus, I'm back to let you know what'g going on here at engAGING Conversations, and to ask for your help and prayers for the people of Puerto Rico (listen. It will make sense). Happy New Year!
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Status Update and Happy Thanksgiving_083
Have you been wondering where I am? I apologize for my absence. It was not planned. It just kind of happened. Listen in today to find out what's going on behind the scenes. Find out where I'm going next week, (End Well Symposium) and how you can go too! I'm looking forward to meeting several…
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ReImagine End of Life with Brad Wolfe_082
Who wants to party?!? There is a BIG festival happening in San Francisco October 24th-November 3rd. Did I mention it's a death festival? Its' actually a festival to get people talking about death, in an effort that we may live more fully in the present. Doesn't that sound awesome??? Listen today…
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Here I Go Again, A Caregiver Story_081
I've been a professional caregiver for the last 35 years. I realized recently that I have also been a "professional" family caregiver for the better part of the last 17 years. I don't work in a bubble, teamwork is everything. But in spite of my professional knowledge, it's amazing the things that...
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Medicare Updates with Danielle Roberts_080
Medicare is the US National Healthcare program for people over 65. It's comprised of two parts: A & B, which cover ~80% of costs. The rest is filled in with things called Part C, D, and Medigap, which are supplements you can sign up for during the yearly election period. There are lots of things…
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Talking Funerals with John Manke_079
There are SO many things to consider when planning a funeral, why do most of us not plan ahead? It's traumatic enough when a loved one dies, why do we wait until it happens to figure out the specifics, when time could be better spent supporting each other in our grief? John Manke, RN and funeral...
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Elder Guardianship Abuse Update with Dr. Sam Sugar_078
Probate court guardianship was set up to protect people from family members out to take advantage of them. What has happened, however, is that SOME court appointed guardians have figured out how to work the system, and take advantage of elders with assets. Dr. Sam Sugar says ageism is to blame…
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Death with Dignity Part Four with Senator Will Brownsberger_077
There are seven states, plus Washington DC, where Death with Dignity is currently legal. There are bills pending in seven other states. Massachusetts is one of them. Massachusetts States Senator Will Brownsberger tells us about the bill there. And once again, you will see, that there is often a...
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Honest discussion about end of life planning and choices to help start conversations and change the way society doesn't talk about death. Our goal is to improve quality of life.
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Sheryl Smith RN
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