It can be overwhelming to face the fact that your elderly loved one can no longer live independently. Finding a facility that can provide the assistance and care that your loved one deserves can be challenging, and there is a lot at stake.Elder abuse and neglect are very real concerns Read More
This week, we have a different kind of show for you. We had a watch party for Queen Elizabeth II's funeral. Tea, mimosas, a history on the royals and of course, we somehow managed to bring it all back to Disney.
The 5 love languages as shared by Gary Chapman have been transformational in the lives of many individuals who are looking to build relationships with their loved ones and these are also applicable in caregiving.In this episode, I share how love can be expressed in caregiving. The caregiver role is Read More
In this episode, we continue our conversation about caregivers in a health crisis with Dr. Herbert and we discuss our love for God, Why God, and Who is gonna help me, God.Much of our love for God can lead us to take up caregiving roles, it may affect our physical Read More
On this week's episode, we break down our favorite announcements from this year's D23 expo. We talk about everything new coming to Walt Disney World and Elizabeth can't resist commenting on all the new movies. Two words: National Treasure.
On this week's episode, we break down our favorite announcements from this year's D23 expo. We talk about everything new coming to Walt Disney World and Elizabeth can't resist commenting on all the new movies. Two words: National Treasure.
The caregiving experience is not a light-hearted one, caregivers need care too and sometimes may lose their way. However, your faith in God is always a reminder that He will come through for you in times of need. So what happens when the faith is deteriorating and a caregiver is Read More
In this episode, we speak to Chris Giles who is preparing to care for his mother, and how he is working towards it. Preparing for the role of the primary caregiver is not a finger snap and Chris shares what led him to make this decision.Are you transitioning to the caregiver Read More
In this episode, we continue last week's conversation about having loved ones who are locked up and how it affects their family.As the caregiver for children whose family members are incarcerated, it can be hard to navigate a relationship with them and this can have a toll on the caregiver Read More
The caregiver’s job is a difficult one with many new realities and hardships such as incarceration.Often they need to perform as both mother and father to a child with a parent in prison, teaching skills and caring for them in ways the absent parent would have done as well as Read More
Have you been in a position to help a loved one however you are not ready? I totally understand you and this is exactly why I decided to highlight this in this episode.Are you curious to find out how to resolve this? Press play on this episode.CONNECT WITH ROZ JONESYoutube: Jacksonville's Read More
Summer is known as the period for the majority of people to relax and take off the load from what they have been doing.However, as a caregiver, it is important that you stay active as you may be the primary/secondary caregiver to your loved ones.So how do you do that? Read More
Telehealth is the provision of healthcare remotely by means of telecommunications technology and with the pandemic, we have seen a rise in telehealth.In this episode, I share:The pros and cons of telehealth How it is applicable in the realm of senior care.CONNECT WITH ROZ JONESYoutube: Jacksonville's Best CaregiversLinkedIn: Rosalind JonesInstagram: @rozjonesenterprises Blog: Read More
Christine Psalms continues her story with us in this episode.As a caregiver for both her parents, Christine shares:How she worked on herself to prepare to be her father's caregiverHow therapy, counseling and journaling changed her life as a caregiverNavigating relationships with loved ones without resentmentCONNECT WITH ROZ JONESYoutube: Jacksonville's Best Read More
Each of our aging parents is unique. Some people age so well that they need little help until they are well into their eighties, while others need hands-on care as early as their fifties or sixties. Adult children are often faced with the task of caring for both parents and Read More
When Mom or Dad or another older relative needs help, the whole family is affected. Flexibility, availability, and putting egos and family dynamics aside as much as possible are keys to successful caregiving – the kind that helps the individual who needs care – minimizes negative feelings, and often rebuilds or Read More
Sometimes when taking care of a loved one, especially family there seems to be a lack of transparency on what is really going on. In this episode, we are back again with Dr. Herbert as we highlight the importance of being transparent.We talk about;Importance of full disclosure between the caregiver and Read More
We all know caregiving is hard. It is physically, mentally, and emotionally draining. As caregivers, we are constantly being told we need to find time to take care of ourselves. We know that taking care of ourselves is essential for being a good caregiver. But most of us have a difficult Read More
How can we maximize our time and get more done as a caregiver? In this episode, I share six quick ways that you can get more done. Time is an important aspect and as a caregiver making the most of it is important. CONNECT WITH ROZ JONESYoutube: Jacksonville's Best CaregiversLinkedIn: Read More
Studies have shown that caregivers tend to be at an elevated risk of developing mental health disorders such as depression, anxiety, and grief-related illnesses.As a caregiver, your mental health is important because it allows you to offer better support to them. In this episode, I share 5 ways you can Read More
