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If you are helping out an aging family member, this is the place for you! Here, you will find inspiration, tools and resources that are needed to be prepared to take care of your loved one AND yourself along this caregiving journey.
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223. The AI Tool to Manage Repetitive Phone Calls - KindredMind with Kristin Thomas (opens the original)
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Summary In this episode of Inspired Caring, Michele Magner speaks with Kristin Thomas, founder of KindredMind. KindredMind is An AI voice companion that answers phone calls from people living with dementia using familiar voice technology. A clone of their caregiver's voice, plus proactive check-in calls and reminders. It's built around "simulated presence therapy" and "validation therapy" — established dementia-care concepts that favor emotional comfort over literal correction. Kristin shares ab
222. LEGO Serious Play for Connection and Healing with Loretta Veney (opens the original)
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Summary Loretta Veney put her foot on the gas right off the bat in this episode and will blow your mind with her inspiring stories from her journey of using Lego Serious Play to improve communication and emotional well-being for people living with dementia and caregivers. Discover practical tips, powerful stories, and how this innovative approach is transforming caregiving and mental health support. She shares that we are significantly underestimating what people are capable of and LEGOs can rev
221. Infrastructure (opens the original)
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Summary Michele Magner shares insights on the importance of infrastructure in our personal lives, caregiving, and success. She emphasizes the need to build systems that support us, especially caregivers, to thrive and avoid burnout. keywords infrastructure, caregiving, success, systems, support, wellness, family, resilience, resources, self-care key topics The concept of infrastructure in personal and professional life The importance of systems and support for caregivers How infrastructure impac
220. Wound Prevention and Care - What You Need to Know (opens the original)
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Summary In this episode, Donna Kerber, LPN a seasoned wound care nurse specialist, shares insights on wound types, prevention, and care strategies, especially for seniors. Learn how to identify early signs of wounds, proper care techniques, and when to seek professional help to prevent serious complications. Wounds can originate from numerous circumstances and are not necessarily a sign of neglect or lack of care. Be sure to call a doctor if you have concerns about a potential wound or want more
219. The Power of Music in Dementia Care: Insights from a Music Therapist Tara Jenkins (opens the original)
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Summary In this episode, Tara Jenkins, a board-certified music therapist, shares her insights on how music can be a powerful tool in dementia care, emotional connection, and caregiver support. Discover practical tips, scientific insights, and personal stories that highlight the transformative power of music. keywords music therapy, dementia care, emotional connection, caregiver support, neuroplasticity, music and memory, mental health, therapeutic music, neurodiversity, holistic health key topic
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