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68Spidrs - The Juggling Caregiver

68Spidrs - The Juggling Caregiver

By Elissa Boreham

The main focus will be on personal experiences, useful tips and information from a working single mother in her 50s, raising a high support autistic child. All while trying to provide caregiving (past and present), for two divorced parents in different stages of Alzheimer's and dementia. A balancing act that has been both joy-filled, and heartbreaking, but has taught me so much and helped me continue to grow as a person.

The podcast will have guests from time to time, providing great information, engaging conversation and bringing a fresh voice to the show.
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68Spidrs - The Juggling CaregiverJul 09, 2020

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In conversation with Johnny Hunt - Parent, nurse, mental health advocate and podcaster

In conversation with Johnny Hunt - Parent, nurse, mental health advocate and podcaster

In our latest episode we chat with Johnny Hunt. Johnny resides in Ireland and has been in the nursing field for many years. Along with a very busy career, Johnny is also a parent, huge football fan, mental health advocate and podcaster.


Feb 26, 202450:34
In conversation with Duncan Jackson - A family caregiver's journey

In conversation with Duncan Jackson - A family caregiver's journey

Today's episode will feature Duncan Jackson. Duncan resides in the UK and was a caregiver for his late wife and then participated in caregiving along with his siblings for his parents, both of whom were diagnosed with dementia.

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In conversation with Paul Nelson - author, caregiver/parent and autism advocate

In conversation with Paul Nelson - author, caregiver/parent and autism advocate

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Nov 21, 202350:22
In conversation with Paul Nichols - Co-founder of the Elli App

In conversation with Paul Nichols - Co-founder of the Elli App

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The mission of the Elli app is to find a balance between enabling independence and dignity while avoiding vulnerability and risk.

Visit their website for more details: https://www.elliapp.co/




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In conversation with Gincy Heins - Author, caregiver, volunteer and Alzheimer's advocate

In conversation with Gincy Heins - Author, caregiver, volunteer and Alzheimer's advocate

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A Journey With OCD - In conversation with Giselle

A Journey With OCD - In conversation with Giselle

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Counselling as part of your self-care - Interview with Nancy Jobin, MEd, Counselling Psychology

Counselling as part of your self-care - Interview with Nancy Jobin, MEd, Counselling Psychology

Discussion with Nancy Jobin on the benefits of seeking a professional counsellor as part of looking after your own health as a caregiver.

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Tough Couple of Weeks

Tough Couple of Weeks

Talking about recent experience with my mother falling and breaking her hip
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Clearing out the house

Clearing out the house

Clearing out the house after your loved one moves to a new living arrangement and the emotions/memories connected with it.
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Knowing your worth and value

Knowing your worth and value

Appreciating ourselves and practicing self-love
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Do I really need a form for this?

Do I really need a form for this?

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Today sucked. Time for some ice cream, but first tea.

Today sucked. Time for some ice cream, but first tea.

Brief commentary on finding ways to feel better after a difficult or emotional time.
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Loss and grief

Loss and grief

Loss and grief connected with dementia
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Using visual aids with person with dementia

Using visual aids with person with dementia

Description of my experience using visual aids for someone with Alzheimer's and vascular dementia
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Why does everything smell like pee?

Why does everything smell like pee?

Discussion around toileting issues with child with Autism and brief comment on incontinence with parent with dementia.
Jul 09, 202011:09