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Hey Woman: Caregiving, Grief, and Finding Your Way Forward
by cortneysteinbacher
Hey Woman: Caregiving, Grief, and Finding Your Way Forward is an honest, compassionate podcast for women and caregivers facing the emotional weight, difficult decisions, family tensions, and unexpected grief of caring for someone they love. Hey Woman offers practical guidance, meaningful conversations, and reassurance that they do not have to navigate it alone.
Episodes
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Balancing Caregiving & Work: Legal Rights, Family Leave + Real-Life Tips
Caregiving while maintaining a career is one of the most challenging realities many families face today. In this episode, Courtney and Julie dive into the realities of balancing caregiving and employment—from navigating work-life balance to understanding legal protections and family leave…
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Why Caregiving Communication Breaks Down (And How Kolbe Helps Families Work Together)
Caregiving conflict isn’t always about what needs to be done—it’s about how each person naturally tries to do it. In this episode, Cortney Steinbacher and Julie Steinbacher explore how the Kolbe assessment can be a powerful tool for caregivers—helping families understand problem-solving styles,...
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Family Caregivers and the Crucial Role of Social Caregiving for Aging Parents
What happens when an aging parent is still physically independent, but suddenly more alone than anyone realizes? For many family caregivers, care begins long before medication lists, doctor visits, or daily hands-on help. It often starts with loneliness, lost routines, and the quiet fear that an...
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How Elder Care Has Evolved
Hosted by Julie and Cortney, this episode explores how modern tools can support caregivers, from familiar devices like Alexa and Apple Watch to virtual medical visits. Drawing on their real-life caregiving experience, they focus on practical uses, privacy considerations, and why starting small…
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Making the Most of Caregiving Visits
Caregiving visits can feel overwhelming when time is limited and needs are constantly changing. In this episode, Cortney and Julie share practical ways to make visits more meaningful, focusing on presence over tasks, creative activities that foster connection, and routines that adapt as care…
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Understanding Wills & Trusts
Estate planning isn’t just about documents; it’s about protecting the people you love. In this episode, Cortney and her mom Julie break down wills, trusts, and powers of attorney, explaining how early planning creates clarity, protects assets, and supports caregivers before a crisis hits. A...
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Exploring the Levels of Care
This conversation, with Julie Steinbacher and Cortney Steinbacher, explores the journey of caregiving, focusing on the challenges faced by caregivers, the importance of respite care, understanding various levels of care, and the role of elder law attorneys in navigating these complexities. It...
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Reimagining Life with Dementia
In this episode, Julie Steinbacher, Cortney Steinbacher, and special guest, Eloy van Hal explore innovative approaches to dementia care. They focus on the concept of dementia villages and the importance of viewing individuals with dementia as people with abilities rather than patients. The...
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Caregiving with Confidence
In this heartfelt episode, hosts Cortney and Julie Steinbacher explore the complexities of caregiving through personal stories and expert insights. Joined by long-term care expert Don Quante, the discussion dives into financial strategies, the impact of COVID-19 on care facilities, and the…
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Seeing Beyond the Diagnosis
This conversation with Julie and Cortney Steinbacher, along with guest Eloy van Hal, examines the complexities of caregiving, particularly in the context of dementia and end-of-life care. The speakers share personal experiences and emphasize the importance of communication among family members…
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The Subtle Power of Self-Care
In this conversation, co-hosts Cortney and Julie Steinbacher emphasize the significance of effectively communicating emotional needs within relationships. They highlight the common tendency to offer solutions instead of providing empathetic support, stressing the importance of being heard and...
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Caregiving Reflections: A Year to Remember
This podcast episode explores the emotional journey of caregiving, reflecting on personal experiences and lessons learned. Hosts Cortney and Julie Steinbacher discuss the challenges of balancing caregiving with personal life, the importance of communication, and the need for advocacy in the...
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Healing Through the Holidays
Co-hosts Cortney and Julie Steinbacher reflect on their first holiday season without their beloved Nan, sharing personal stories and insights about navigating grief, caregiving, and the importance of maintaining traditions while adapting to new realities. They discuss the challenges of…
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The Future of Cognitive Care
This conversation with Julie and Cortney Steinbacher, along with guest Eloy van Hal, explores the intersection of holiday traditions and dementia care, emphasizing the importance of normalcy, autonomy, and community support. The speakers share personal stories and insights from their experiences,...
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The Hidden Crisis in Home Care
In this episode of the Hey Woman podcast, hosts Cortney Steinbacher and Julie Steinbacher feature their first non-family guest, Don Quante, a financial expert who shares insights on long-term care and financial planning. Don discusses the impact of caregiving on families, the importance of...
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The Truth Behind Estate Planning
In this episode, hosts Cortney Steinbacher and Julie Steinbacher discuss the overwhelming emotions of grief and the practicalities of estate planning following the loss of a loved one. They share personal anecdotes about their grandmother's estate planning decisions, emphasizing the importance of...
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Memories and Mementos
Co-hosts Cortney Steinbacher and Julie Steinbacher discuss the emotional complexities surrounding the distribution of personal belongings after a loved one passes away. They share personal anecdotes about their grandmother's downsizing process, the significance of family input in estate planning,...
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The Weight We Carry
Co-hosts Cortney Steinbacher and Julie Steinbacher dive into the complexities of caregiving, particularly when caring for aging parents. The speakers share personal experiences that highlight the emotional challenges, the struggle for independence, and the importance of understanding the...
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Planning for Peace of Mind
In this episode, co-hosts Cortney Steinbacher and Julie Steinbacher discuss the emotional complexities of funeral planning, emphasizing the importance of pre-planning, understanding family dynamics, and the role of support systems during grief. They share their personal experiences and insights…
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Holding On to Birthday Celebrations
In this episode, co-hosts Cortney Steinbacher and Julie Steinbacher discuss the significance of celebrating birthdays, especially for loved ones who are aging or facing health challenges. They share personal stories about their experiences with caregiving, the emotional complexities of planning...
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Honoring Love and Loss
Co-hosts Cortney Steinbacher and Julie Steinbacher explore the emotional journey of planning a wedding while navigating grief after the loss of a loved one. They are joined by special guest Stephanie Martinez, the bride, Cortney’s sister and Julie’s daughter. The speakers share their experiences…
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Navigating Nutrition and Enjoyment
Join Cortney Steinbacher, CPA and Julie Steinbacher, Esq as they explore the significance of food in caregiving, emphasizing its role in providing control, enjoyment, and maintaining traditions for elderly loved ones. They share personal anecdotes about their experiences with food and caregiving,...
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Hogeweyk Part 2
This conversation delves deeper into the innovative concept of the dementia village, exploring how it transforms caregiving for individuals with dementia. Co-hosts Cortney and Julie share their personal experiences and insights from their visit to the village, emphasizing the importance of...
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The Hogeweyk Village
In this episode, Co-hosts Cortney and Julie discuss their transformative experience at the Hogeweyk Village in Amsterdam, a pioneering community designed for individuals with dementia. They explore the philosophy of embracing risk to enhance life quality, the importance of community and…
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Community of Support
This podcast episode explores the multifaceted journey of caregiving, highlighting the emotional and practical challenges faced by caregivers. Co-hosts Cortney and Julie share personal stories and insights on the importance of acceptance, communication, and support in navigating the complexities…
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Navigating Grief and Life's Milestones
Co-hosts Julie Steinbacher and Cortney Steinbacher explore the complexities of grief and loss, particularly in the context of navigating significant life events and holidays after the passing of a loved one. They share personal anecdotes about their experiences with grief, the challenges of…
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Palliative and Hospice Care
In this heartfelt conversation, Julie Steinbacher and Cortney Steinbacher discuss the challenges of caregiving, particularly in the context of Julie's mother's and Cortney's Nana's declining health. They share personal experiences with palliative and hospice care, emphasizing the importance of...
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Legacy of Caregiving
In this episode of the Hey Woman podcast, hosts Cortney and Julie reflect on their childhood vacations and the legacy of their grandmother and mother. They discuss the challenges and emotional aspects of caregiving, the importance of planning ahead with legal documents like powers of attorney…
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Hey woman!
In this heartfelt episode of the Hey Woman podcast, hosts Cortney Steinbacher and Julie Steinbacher share their personal journey through caregiving and grief following the passing of their beloved Nana and mom. They reflect on the life lessons imparted by Nana, the challenges and beauty of...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Hey Woman: Caregiving, Grief, and Finding Your Way Forward is an honest, compassionate podcast for women and caregivers facing the emotional weight, difficult decisions, family tensions, and unexpected grief of caring for someone they love. Hey Woman offers practical guidance, meaningful conversations, and reassurance that they do not have to navigate it alone.
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cortneysteinbacher
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Hey Woman: Caregiving, Grief, and Finding Your Way Forward is an honest, compassionate podcast for women and caregivers facing the emotional weight, difficult decisions, family tensions, and unexpected grief of caring for someone they love. Hey Woman offers practical guidance, meaningful...
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