Debbie Compton: Embracing The Challenging Journey Of Caregiving

In episode 10, Joelle talked with Victoria Bruce about the challenges of caregiving. Now, it’s time to talk tools with Debbie Compton, bestselling author of The Caregiver’s Advocate, a how-to guide for adults tasked with caregiving their elderly parents.

In this episode, Joelle and Debbie Compton discuss:

• Surrounding yourself with a community
• Understanding the stages of dementia
• Advocating for a loved one’s needs and rights
• What caregivers need

Key Takeaways:

• Building a support network, accepting help, and prioritizing self-care are crucial for caregivers to avoid burnout. Seeking support from family members, neighbors, church communities, and others can alleviate the burden of caregiving.
• Understanding the stages of dementia and managing the associated challenges can be facilitated by seeking information, support, and consultations from professionals and organizations dedicated to caregiving.
• Caregivers must be prepared for the profound spiritual and emotional toll, isolation, and the need to start fresh daily. Advocating for a loved one's needs and rights is crucial, as dementia can cause patients to exhibit behaviors and use language that is not reflective of their true character.
• Caregivers need to be vigilant about financial and internet fraud, promote exercise to reduce dementia risk, and maintain a sense of humor when dealing with generational aging issues.

“Things that happen to us can either be taken as a stumbling block or a stepping stone, and I choose not to be a victim.” - Debbie Compton

The Caregiver's Advocate, A Complete Guide to Support & Resources available on Amazon or my website. https://thepurplevine.thrivecart.com/the-caregivers-advocate/

Connect with Debbie Compton:

Website: https://www.ThePurpleVine.com

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/debbiedcompton

Facebook: www.facebook.com/Caregiving.Book

Instagram: www.instagram.com/Debbie_Compton1

Pinterest: http://www.pinterest.com/compton1788

Connect with Joelle Casteix:

Website: https://www.casteix.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joellecasteix

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jcasteix/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joellecasteix/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@joellecasteix3262

Stay tuned for more information about Joelle's upcoming book This Ain't Your Mama's Midlife