Our Podcasts
- CAREGIVER DIARIES-EPISODE 14January 30, 2021 5:30 AM
Welcome to the 14th episode of Caregiver Diaries! Here is a story about an invisible warrior, who is a caregiver to her mother, who underwent 2 surgeries at the age of 72 and her husband who suffered from 2 strokes in the span of two years, while also caring for her sister who lost her husband 3 years ago. Just like any of us, she also goes through low points emotionally, where she feels sad and regrets not being able Read More
- Caregiver Diaries – Episode 13January 22, 2021 9:50 AM
Here is a story about an invisible warrior, who along with her husband – a Parkinson’s patient for over 16 years, overcomes new obstacles each day. The uncertainty of what the illness would bring was one such challenge. She observes how her husband started to withdraw, a complete contrast in his personality. Their children too found it difficult to see their father push them away. “It was difficult for me to cope… I could see no light at the end Read More
- CAREGIVER DIARIES-EPISODE 12January 15, 2021 1:41 PM
We often think that moving in with your loved one who is ill, makes your caregiving journey far more easier. Here is Rashmi’s story, an invisible warrior, who has been a caregiver to her father who was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease over 10 years ago. Packing up your bags and family to move in with your elderly parents, out of the blue, is never an easy task. It was not just her that was compensating and sacrificing things but her Read More
Curated Podcasts
- How to support grieving employeesJanuary 13, 2021 10:14 AM
https://www.ted.com/talks/tilak_mandadi_3_ways_companies_can_support_grieving_employees/transcript?language=en#t-780328 “In the journey back to the land of the living with grief, we unexpectedly found a rather unlikely and very helpful ally: my work.” Tilak Mandadi shares his experience of grief when he lost his only child; his 19 year old daughter. He talks about how his work helped him overcome those negative feelings of resentment and regret. Those beliefs of self-doubt changed into feelings of hope and purpose, when he returned to work. Mr. Mandadi highlights how his return helped in Read More
- Ethical Dilemmas Faced by Nurses Amid the COVID-19 OutbreakAugust 17, 2020 5:02 AM
“We all got into nursing because it’s a caring profession. And we’ve always known that and we always rise above our challenges, we run towards adversity, and it’s really about providing care to those who need it. And I think it will continue doing that.” This podcast is an interview with Dr. Anne Dabrow Woods, a nurse who has been on the frontlines of the COVID-19 medical response in the US. Changes in the healthcare system brought by Read More
- Being A Better Caregiver During Uncertain TimesMay 27, 2020 9:54 AM
“This too shall pass…a difficult day is not forever and there is always the opportunity for things to get better. And we can put plans in place during the difficult days that help us get to better days.” Things to do in times of uncertainty (03:07 – 19:20) “Every worry needs a plan…talking about a worry, writing it out so that you have some plan in place.” Caregivers are feeling helpless and confused during this time of lockdown and isolation. Read More
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