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A Time to Care: The Caregivers Podcast

A Time to Care: The Caregivers Podcast

By: Isabel Melgarejo on The Whole Care Network
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I’m Isabel Melgarejo, and I was raised never to talk about the uncomfortable things in life and to put myself after everyone else’s needs (just like any other woman I know). In college, after Dad’s passing, I had to change all my beliefs. I had to talk about death, about my mom’s future, and I had to ask for a LOT of favors.

​After connecting with many caregivers when I moved to Texas and remembering one of the toughest seasons in my life, I created a program to help caregivers navigate these very uncomfortable conversations and help them through their particular journeys with their loved ones. In this podcast, I want to share advice on how to prioritize your mental health, how to have those difficult conversations, and how to talk you out of feeling guilty and overwhelmed.

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Episodes
  • AI and Caregiving: Staying Human in a Digital World with Dr. Jeremy Holloway

    AI and Caregiving: Staying Human in a Digital World with Dr. Jeremy Holloway
    Apr 10 2026

    AI is becoming part of everyday life, and for caregivers, that can bring both curiosity and quiet uncertainty.

    In this conversation, Isabel Melgarejo and Dr. Jeremy Holloway explore what it means to use AI in a way that feels supportive—without losing the human presence that caregiving requires.

    Together, they reflect on the balance between receiving help and staying grounded…. between using tools and holding on to your own judgment, intuition, and care.

    This is not about getting it right.

    It is about finding a way to let AI sit beside you—without letting it take your place.

    As you listen, you may begin to notice where AI could gently support you… and where your presence, your voice, and your understanding remain essential.

    There is no pressure here to use everything.

    Only an invitation to stay connected to what matters most.
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    31 mins
  • Using Home Equity in Retirement with Kristy Osborne

    Using Home Equity in Retirement with Kristy Osborne
    Mar 27 2026

    Reverse mortgages are often misunderstood — and that fear can keep families from exploring helpful options.

    In this episode of A Time to Care, Isabel talks with Kristy Osborne, a mortgage and reverse mortgage specialist, about what these loans really are, who they’re for, and how they can support caregivers and retirees.

    They discuss common myths, planning strategies, and real stories of people using home equity to create more peace of mind in retirement.

    This is an educational conversation to help you make informed, confident choices.
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    28 mins
  • A Softer Way to Care with Amy Temperley

    A Softer Way to Care with Amy Temperley
    Mar 13 2026

    Caregivers are always giving — but who takes care of them?

    In this episode of A Time to Care: The Caregivers Podcast, Isabel sits down with Amy Temperley, founder of Aging is Cool, to talk about movement, rest, purpose, and finding joy even in the hardest caregiving seasons.

    They explore:

    ✨ Why small movement matters more than big workouts

    ✨ How rest is not laziness — it’s survival

    ✨ Ways caregivers can protect their energy

    ✨ How to find meaning during grief and burnout

    ✨ Simple daily practices that support emotional health

    If you’re tired, overwhelmed, or feeling invisible in your caregiving role — this conversation is for you.

    You don’t have to do this alone.
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    36 mins
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