Wendy Rigby from Texas Public Radio shares her story of being a caregiver. Originally aired on Caregiver SOS: On Air presented by the WellMed Charitable Foundation on September 11, 2016, in San Antonio, TX on 930 AM KLUP “The Answer.” With co-hosts Carol Zernial and Ron Aaron. For more about CaregiverSOS, visit caregiversos.org Like CaregiverSOS on Facebook, www.facebook.com/CaregiverSOS Follow on Twitter, twitter.com/wellmedgives And on Instagram, instagram.com/wellmedgives/
Jan 29, 2017•52 min
Ken Griffey Sr. is in the baseball hall of fame who battled some of the greatest pitchers of all time. After retirement, his had another battle with prostate cancer that he was able to win. Since then, him and his son, Ken Griffey Jr., have been spreading the word of prostate cancer awareness. Originally aired on Caregiver SOS: On Air presented by the WellMed Charitable Foundation on September 4, 2016, in San Antonio, TX on 930 AM KLUP “The Answer.” With co-hosts Carol Zernial and Ron Aaron. For...
Jan 27, 2017•52 min
"Tangles" is a musical that tackles the tough subject of Alzheimer's disease. Co-creators Dr. Charles Samenow and Jeffery Stieger explain why they made a musical focusing on Alzheimer's. Originally aired on Caregiver SOS: On Air presented by the WellMed Charitable Foundation on August 28, 2016, in San Antonio, TX on 930 AM KLUP “The Answer.” With co-hosts Carol Zernial and Ron Aaron. For more about CaregiverSOS, visit caregiversos.org Like CaregiverSOS on Facebook, www.facebook.com/CaregiverSOS ...
Jan 27, 2017•52 min
Carol is on assignment this week so Dr. Jamie Huysman joins Ron Aaron for the whole show. His book Take Your Oxygen First, talks about how caregivers need to help themselves in order to be better caregivers and how to reach out for help. Originally aired on Caregiver SOS: On Air presented by the WellMed Charitable Foundation on August 14, 2016, in San Antonio, TX on 930 AM KLUP “The Answer.” With co-hosts Carol Zernial and Ron Aaron. For more about CaregiverSOS, visit caregiversos.org Like Careg...
Jan 27, 2017•52 min
Brenda Avadian from TheCaregiverVoice.com returns to the Caregiver SOS: On Air. She's back to share more tips for new and veteran caregivers. Originally aired on Caregiver SOS: On Air presented by the WellMed Charitable Foundation on July 31, 2016, in San Antonio, TX on 930 AM KLUP “The Answer.” With co-hosts Carol Zernial and Ron Aaron. For more about CaregiverSOS, visit caregiversos.org Like CaregiverSOS on Facebook, www.facebook.com/CaregiverSOS Follow on Twitter, twitter.com/wellmedgives And...
Jan 27, 2017•52 min
Diagnosed with an ovarian tumor at the age of 29, Sharona Hoffman learned how it was to be a recipient of care and then to be a caregiver to her own mother. She took what she learned and made it into a book, "How to Age With a Plan." Originally aired on Caregiver SOS: On Air presented by the WellMed Charitable Foundation on July 24, 2016, in San Antonio, TX on 930 AM KLUP “The Answer.” With co-hosts Carol Zernial and Ron Aaron. For more about CaregiverSOS, visit caregiversos.org Like CaregiverSO...
Jan 23, 2017•52 min
The Rosalynn Carter Institute for Caregiving does great work for caregivers. Executive Director Leisa Easom talks about the institute's work and Roslynn Carter herself. Originally aired on Caregiver SOS: On Air presented by the WellMed Charitable Foundation on July 24, 2016, in San Antonio, TX on 930 AM KLUP “The Answer.” With co-hosts Carol Zernial and Ron Aaron. For more about CaregiverSOS, visit caregiversos.org Like CaregiverSOS on Facebook, www.facebook.com/CaregiverSOS Follow on Twitter, t...
Dec 28, 2016•52 min
Caregiving is a tough job and Dr. Barry Jacobs is very familiar with it. He's been a caregiver multiple times throughout his life. Dr. Jacobs and his wife, Dr, Julia Mayer, co-authored the book "AARP Meditations for Caregivers--Practical, Emotional and Spiritual Support for You and Your Family" in hopes that the stories in the book can inspire and to comfort caregivers. Originally aired on Caregiver SOS: On Air presented by the WellMed Charitable Foundation on Aug. 21, 2016, in San Antonio, TX o...
Sep 22, 2016•52 min
For Dr. Rebecca Timlin-Scalera who had a healthy lifestyle with no history of cancer, a state 4 diagnosis of breast cancer was a complete shock. She survived her fight against cancer and created the Cancer Couch to raise money for cancer research to help those who have advanced cancer. Originally aired on Caregiver SOS: On Air presented by the WellMed Charitable Foundation on July 10, 2016, in San Antonio, TX on 930 AM KLUP “The Answer.” With co-hosts Carol Zernial and Ron Aaron. For more about ...
Jul 25, 2016•52 min
Seniors having sex is not a subject matter many want to discuss. Heidi Crockett is a sexual educator who focuses on intimacy for seniors and talks nationally about brain health and stress. On the show, she talks about the issues seniors face with intimacy and how they can improve their love life. Originally aired on Caregiver SOS: On Air presented by the WellMed Charitable Foundation on July 3, 2016, in San Antonio, TX on 930 AM KLUP “The Answer.” With co-hosts Carol Zernial and Ron Aaron. For m...
Jul 15, 2016•52 min
Did you know that 80% of medical bills have an error? CEO of DisputeBills.com, Matt Moulakelis, joins Ron and Carol to talk about disputing medical bills. He has some info for patients and caregivers that can save them money. Originally aired on Caregiver SOS: On Air presented by the WellMed Charitable Foundation on June 26, 2016, in San Antonio, TX on 930 AM KLUP “The Answer.” With co-hosts Carol Zernial and Ron Aaron. For more about CaregiverSOS, visit caregiversos.org Like CaregiverSOS on Fac...
Jul 08, 2016•52 min
Caregivers who care for someone with Alzheimer's don't realize how important they are in the medical process. Mike Splaine from Mike Splaine Consulting explains why caregivers should be part of the medical process and advocate for the person they're caring for. Originally aired on Caregiver SOS: On Air presented by the WellMed Charitable Foundation on June 19, 2016, in San Antonio, TX on 930 AM KLUP “The Answer.” With co-hosts Carol Zernial and Ron Aaron. For more about CaregiverSOS, visit careg...
Jul 01, 2016•52 min
Someone can find themselves being a caregiver at almost any time in their lives. Sharon Spector experienced this firsthand when she left her life in New York and came to Texas to be a caregiver. She talks with Ron and Peaches about the changes and how to cope with being a new caregiver. Originally aired on Caregiver SOS: On Air presented by the WellMed Charitable Foundation on June 12, 2016, in San Antonio, TX on 930 AM KLUP “The Answer.” With co-hosts Carol Zernial and Ron Aaron. For more about...
Jun 24, 2016•52 min
This week's episode features New York Times reporter N. R. Kleinfield who recently wrote multiple articles about Alzheimer's. He talks about his articles and the stories that weren't included. Originally aired on Caregiver SOS: On Air presented by the WellMed Charitable Foundation on June 5, 2016, in San Antonio, TX on 930 AM KLUP “The Answer.” With co-hosts Carol Zernial and Ron Aaron. For more about CaregiverSOS, visit caregiversos.org Like CaregiverSOS on Facebook, www.facebook.com/CaregiverS...
Jun 17, 2016•52 min
For many women, becoming a caregiver can happen at a moment's notice. Liz O'Donnell is the author of "Mogul, Mom & Maid: The Balancing Act of the Modern Woman," and she talks with Carol and Ron about her story. She also gives some advice for mothers who find themselves to be new caregivers. Originally aired on Caregiver SOS: On Air presented by the WellMed Charitable Foundation on May 29, 2016, in San Antonio, TX on 930 AM KLUP “The Answer.” With co-hosts Carol Zernial and Ron Aaron. For mor...
Jun 11, 2016•52 min
The days of doctors making house calls seemed to be long gone, but not for Stormy Valdespino. A nurse practitioner and CEO/founder of Healing Hands House Calls, Stormy makes house calls to patients across San Antonio. She explains how her practice works and some of the medical issues she sees. Originally aired on Caregiver SOS: On Air presented by the WellMed Charitable Foundation on May 15, 2016, in San Antonio, TX on 930 AM KLUP “The Answer.” With co-hosts Carol Zernial and Ron Aaron. For more...
Jun 03, 2016•52 min
Poverty is affecting seniors at a growing rate. Justice in Aging is an organization that fights for the rights of seniors through legal action. Originally aired on Caregiver SOS: On Air presented by the WellMed Charitable Foundation on May 8, 2016, in San Antonio, TX on 930 AM KLUP “The Answer.” With co-hosts Carol Zernial and Ron Aaron. For more about CaregiverSOS, visit caregiversos.org Like CaregiverSOS on Facebook, www.facebook.com/CaregiverSOS Follow on Twitter, twitter.com/wellmedgives And...
May 27, 2016•52 min
As the baby boomers generation reaches retirement age, the needs for caregivers has increased. As the need grows, there is still a lack of funding from government agencies to help with long-term care as well as low pay for caregivers. Ai-Jen Poo, director of the National Domestic Workers Alliance and co-director of Caring Across Generations, is working to help improve the state of caregiving. Originally aired on Caregiver SOS: On Air presented by the WellMed Charitable Foundation on May 1, 2016,...
May 18, 2016•52 min
Claire Webster found her life changed immediately when her mother was diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease. As a caregiver, she found that others were in similar situations, but didn't have the proper info for the disease. She created the Caregiver Crosswalk to help caregivers in Montreal cope with the stress of being a caregiver. Originally aired on Caregiver SOS: On Air presented by the WellMed Charitable Foundation on April 24, 2016, in San Antonio, TX on 930 AM KLUP “The Answer.” With co-hosts...
May 13, 2016•52 min
April is occupational therapy month, and Bridgett Piernik-Yoder and Autumn Clegg offer their expertise in the field. Occupational therapy focuses on rehabilitating patients who were physically debilitated by a stroke, ALS or other ailments so they can do everyday tasks from brushing their teeth to putting on their clothes. Originally aired on Caregiver SOS: On Air presented by the WellMed Charitable Foundation on April 17, 2016, in San Antonio, TX on 930 AM KLUP “The Answer.” With co-hosts Carol...
Apr 29, 2016•52 min
The current Alzheimer's medication may help a little, but it's not a cure. Dr. Harry Croft is currently working on studies to look at medications that can be used years before Alzheimer's takes effect. Originally aired on Caregiver SOS: On Air presented by the WellMed Charitable Foundation on April 10, 2016, in San Antonio, TX on 930 AM KLUP “The Answer.” With co-hosts Carol Zernial and Ron Aaron. For more about CaregiverSOS, visit caregiversos.org Like CaregiverSOS on Facebook, www.facebook.com...
Apr 22, 2016•52 min
Advanced care planning is a tough conversation for the family. WellMed's Amy Quintero explained advanced care planning and how families should start the discussion. Originally aired on Caregiver SOS: On Air presented by the WellMed Charitable Foundation on April 3, 2016, in San Antonio, TX on 930 AM KLUP “The Answer.” With co-hosts Carol Zernial and Ron Aaron. For more about CaregiverSOS, visit caregiversos.org Like CaregiverSOS on Facebook, www.facebook.com/CaregiverSOS Follow on Twitter, twitt...
Apr 18, 2016•52 min
Parkinson's is a disease that affects many people, especially seniors. An organization based out of Austin called Power of Parkinson's hold classes to help people with Parkinson's. Co-founder Dr. Nina Mosier explains how the organization started and why being active can help those with Parkinson's. Originally aired on Caregiver SOS: On Air presented by the WellMed Charitable Foundation on March 27, 2016, in San Antonio, TX on 930 AM KLUP “The Answer.” With co-hosts Carol Zernial and Ron Aaron. F...
Apr 01, 2016•52 min
For many people, being a caregiver comes out of nowhere. Odell Glenn Jr. was one of those caregivers and over the years, he learned how to cope. His book, "Caregiving - The Inspirational Manual: 200 Caregiver Tips with Healthy Lifestyle Benefits," offers the knowledge he accumulated as a caregiver. Originally aired on Caregiver SOS: On Air presented by the WellMed Charitable Foundation on March 20, 2016, in San Antonio, TX on 930 AM KLUP “The Answer.” With co-hosts Carol Zernial and Ron Aaron. F...
Mar 25, 2016•52 min
Caregivers by Active Generations is the state agency promoting positive aging for adults in South Dakota. State program director Bobbi Jo Leggett offers shares her knowledge about caregiving and explains the future of the Stress-Busting Program for Family Caregivers in the state. Originally aired on Caregiver SOS: On Air presented by the WellMed Charitable Foundation on March 13, 2016, in San Antonio, TX on 930 AM KLUP “The Answer.” With co-hosts Carol Zernial and Ron Aaron. For more about Careg...
Mar 21, 2016•52 min
This year's election season is already hitting a boiling point. Bob Blancato, President of Matz Blancato and Associates as well as the National Coordinator of the Elder Justice Coalition and Executive Director of the National Association of Nutrition and Aging Services Programs, joins Carol and Ron to talk with some of the issues discussed and not discussed this year. Originally aired on Caregiver SOS: On Air presented by the WellMed Charitable Foundation on March 6, 2016, in San Antonio, TX on ...
Mar 14, 2016•52 min
As a caregiver, there comes a time when 9-1-1 has to be called. Dr. Donald Gordon, medical director for Leon Valley EMS, gives insight about EMS and the decisions paramedics have to make when dealing with an emergency. Originally aired on Caregiver SOS: On Air presented by the WellMed Charitable Foundation on Feb. 28, 2016, in San Antonio, TX on 930 AM KLUP “The Answer.” With co-hosts Carol Zernial and Ron Aaron. For more about CaregiverSOS, visit caregiversos.org Like CaregiverSOS on Facebook, ...
Mar 11, 2016•52 min
Planning for the end of life is a hard conversation for a family to have. Deborah Kaercher of The Final Acts Project helps initiate discussion about end-of-life planning and legacy-building through the theater, creative arts and the humanities. Originally aired on Caregiver SOS: On Air presented by the WellMed Charitable Foundation on Feb. 21, 2016, in San Antonio, TX on 930 AM KLUP “The Answer.” With co-hosts Carol Zernial and Ron Aaron. For more about CaregiverSOS, visit caregiversos.org Like ...
Mar 04, 2016•52 min
It's easy to ignore the instructions on the bottles of prescribed medicine, but that can lead to some issues. Dr. Mario Siervo, medical director for WellMed in Miami, talks about why following the instructions on the prescription label is so important. Originally aired on Caregiver SOS: On Air presented by the WellMed Charitable Foundation on Feb. 14, 2016, in San Antonio, TX on 930 AM KLUP “The Answer.” With co-hosts Carol Zernial and Ron Aaron. For more about CaregiverSOS, visit caregiversos.o...
Feb 26, 2016•52 min
As the number of seniors continues to grow, so does the increase in legal issues. Carol Bertch is an attorney who specializes in elder law. She explains the purpose of a power of attorney, end of life provisions and spousal impoverishment. Originally aired on Caregiver SOS: On Air presented by the WellMed Charitable Foundation on Feb. 7, 2016, in San Antonio, TX on 930 AM KLUP “The Answer.” With co-hosts Carol Zernial and Ron Aaron. For more about CaregiverSOS, visit caregiversos.org Like Caregi...
Feb 19, 2016•52 min
