In this episode of the WCNfuencer podcast, Host Christopher MacLellan welcomes author Carrie Severson, a new podcaster and caregiver advocate to the Whole Care Network.

Carrie shares her personal journey of caregiving for her husband during his battle with cancer, emphasizing the importance of humor and mental health in caregiving.

The conversation explores the challenges of navigating the healthcare system, the emotional toll of caregiving, and the transformative power of storytelling. Carrie discusses her podcast, 'I Saved You Now Do The Dishes,' which aims to provide support and resources for caregivers, as well as her books and speaking engagements focused on burnout recovery and caregiver advocacy.

Takeaways

* Caregiving can be a heavy burden, but humor helps.

* Finding balance is crucial for caregivers.

* Support groups can often feel overwhelming and negative.

* Caregivers need to prioritize their mental health.

* Navigating the healthcare system requires advocacy and persistence.

* The emotional journey of caregiving is complex and multifaceted.

* Storytelling can be a powerful tool for healing and connection.

* Podcasts can provide a platform for sharing experiences and insights.

* Books and seminars can help address caregiver burnout.

* Connecting with others in similar situations can provide comfort and support.

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To learn more about Carrie and her books, visit.

https://carrieseverson.com/

and

https://thewholecarenetwork.com/i-saved-you-now-do-the-dishes/

We’re getting back to the basics of hospice care with Hospice Social Worker Lisa Pahl to talk about who’s on the hospice team and what each person brings to the care of patients and caregivers. This episode focuses on the core members of the hospice interdisciplinary team (doctor, nurse, social worker, and chaplain) as well as hospice aides (Certified Nurse Assistants) and hospice volunteers. Each person on a hospice team brings very specific and essential skills to the care of patients, and the support of their families and caregivers. The best care of a hospice patient includes everyone on the hospice team. This enables the care of the patient to meet all the needs of body, mind, and spirit.

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Meet Jim Cooper who has been married for 40+ years and cared for his wife who had brain cancer. Jim is a man of many talents and experiences. He has been a radio DJ, real estate broker, IT consultant, author, podcaster, and currently is a voice over professional who narrates audiobooks.

In this episode, Jim and I discuss the value of staying connected to friends, family, health professionals, and other caregivers. We talk about his self-care strategies and passions that helped him during his intense caregiving years and now as a human who lives without regret. You’ll also want to stay tuned to learn about the special giveaway Jim is offering to some of our listeners.

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