In this inspiring episode of Care Lab, hosts Emilia Bourland and Dr. Brandy Archie sit down with caregivers Vincent Zappacosta and Douglas Christensen to explore the heartfelt journey of dementia caregiving.

Can the health of your teeth affect the rest of your body? How does the inflammation in your gums impact other body systems? And why the heck is oral care separated from medical care??? Learn all of this and so much more with guest Dr. Joy Poskozim, DDS FSCD CDP, on this episode of CareLab!

Ever been in a situation where someone came home from the hospital or rehab.... shall we say, less than prepared? This may be just the episode for you. Dr. Marsha Neville, Ph.D., occupational therapist, and creator of the Discharge Planning Tool talks through the essentials of planning for a safe discharge.

Does worrying about your loved one's meds stress you out? In this holiday edition of CareLab, our guest Leeanna Gantt, Founder of TookTake, shares the personal story behind her incredibly simple, effective solution for knowing whether or not someone took their medications. Happy holidays everyone!

Have a care situation you’re not sure how to handle? CareLab proudly presents… The Situation Room. Emilia and Brandy take turns taking on surprise care scenarios…. then help figure out what to do and who to call for help. Find Caregiver Training at https://www.higherstandardscaregivertraining.com/ 

The amazing Lisa Kendall LCSW, CSW-G returns! In this episode, Lisa, Brandy, and Emilia share the hardest lessons they've learned, then explore the questions: Do caregivers need therapy? "And how can they get it??

When roles reverse during a care relationship, how can you manage the emotions that come along with the daily duties of being a caregiver? And, what's the difference between care-giving and giving-care? Check out this conversation between Dr. Sheri L. Yarbrough, Ph.D. and hosts Emilia and Brandy in this week's episode!

Why are broken hips so devastating? And more importantly, what can be done to prevent debility and death after a hip fracture? Listen to this in-depth conversation with Dr. Brittany Lamb and hosts/occupational therapists Emilia and Brandy about broken hips, what they mean for the whole body, and the one simple foundation of all good recoveries. 

Working and being a caregiver can be really hard! In this episode, Brandy and Emilia have an honest discussion about the challenges of working and providing care, tips for getting it done, and suggestions for employers to keep talented employees who may be struggling to manage care and work.

Bucket list travel wishes turn to a frank conversation about hospice, end of life care, and how to talk about it with people you love.

What exactly do CareLab co-hosts Emilia and Brandy do in their businesses…. and why? Get to know a little more about these hosts and founders and find out how they are positioning their companies to help YOU.

We all hear about self-care constantly, but what are 5 self-care principles… that science says actually work? Join Emilia and Brandy as they discuss these 5 foundational principles of self-care, why they can be challenging to enact, and ways to take baby steps towards achieving them every day.

We talk about the music we like that changes our mood. Plus, why Western culture fear death, and the art of achieving a “Good Death” with guest and Death Doula, Chad Flores.    

What's the real deal with supplements? Should we take them, are they safe, and how can we tell??? Get the low-down from pharmacist Dr. Reshma Kapadia in this episode of CareLab!

Therapeutic fibbing, touching hearts, and "Excuse me, does this plane land in Detroit?" Former Wisconsin Governor Marty Schreiber regales us with a story of wisdom, humor, and love as he shares he and his wife Elaine's journey through Alzheimer's. If you care for someone with dementia, this episode is a must! 

OT and PT, PT and OT... what IS the difference??? In this episode of CareLab, Emilia and Brandy share how their overactive imaginations may not be the best fit with scary movies, then get serious busting PT vs. OT myths while giving a helpful primer on how rehab works at different levels of care.

What's YOUR go-to Karaoke song? Listen to how Sarah Dillingham is making arthritis care more beautiful.

If you or someone you love has recently had a stroke, this is a MUST SEE episode. Hear Lori and Mark's story of stroke survival, along with some of the most vital information to know if you or someone you love is recovering from stroke.

Brandy, Emilia, and guest Nicole Cuervo share their secret superpower wishes, then get down to business discussing beautiful bras... and why everyone should have the chance to feel good in their underwear!

Need some more podcast recommendations? Emilia, Brandy, and guest Dan Josebachvili share their current faves, then talk tech, senior safety, and how making senior tech beautiful can also make it more effective.

Brandy, Emilia, and Elizabeth discuss strategies for caregivers navigating the back-to-school season and holidays. Elizabeth shares tips on finding joy, simplifying, and avoiding burnout, while emphasizing self-care, clear communication, and the importance of seeing caregiving as a team effort. 

The self care we love…. and the self care we love to hate. Listen to what Brandy, Emilia, and guest Dannelle LeBlanc have to say about self care, then stay tuned to hear about Dannelle’s incredible journey towards wellness.

Emilia Bourland and Brandy Archie break down the biggest myths about aging in place, showing how with a few smart changes, you can make any home work for the long haul. 

Brandy Archie and Emilia Bourland interview Chris Hotchkiss on the benefits of various life insurance types, emphasizing financial security, early planning, and the importance of personal policies beyond work.

Discussion on healthy living, the pharmacist's role in medication management, and the challenges of polypharmacy, emphasizing the benefits of deprescribing and alternatives to long-term medication use.

Anyone else curious about retirement communes??? Michele gives us food for thought on commune living, stages of caregiving, and generally doles out buckets of wisdom that are not to be missed!

Smartphones... good or evil? Share your opinion in the comments, then stay with us while we talk about advanced care planning and medical decision making with Dr. Brittany Lamb!

Emilia and Brandy share their worst spelling issues, then get real talking about the world best (and worst) grab bars.

The 4th of July is full of fun, family, food, and fireworks! All of which is awesome... until the person you're caring for has a panic attack every time they hear a boom. This CareLab episode is full of tips to help people with dementia enjoy the holiday without triggering the fear that fireworks can often spark.

Stupid things we know we shouldn't do, understanding hospice, and getting the most out of hospice care.

Join Brandy and Emilia in a fun game of "would you rather", then stay for the serious talk about what's covered by insurance, what's not, and how to get the most of your insurance benefits for equipment and therapy.

Bradley Cooper gets his official invite, then we get down to business learning how OT and family caregiver Consuela Marshall learned to manage her household and care duties when caring for her own mom. 

Even healthcare pros get grossed out sometimes. Find out what gets us gagging but keep listening to learn what you do in order to be prepared to bring your care partner home safely after a hospital or rehab stay.

Which Spice Girl are Brandy, Emilia, and Kimberly (and which are YOU? Leave your Spice Girl doppleganger in the comments!) Then let's get real talking about just WHY senior care is so expensive!

Brandy and Emilia each talk about the 3 pieces of adaptive equipment they absolutely LOATHE.... spoiler alert: they don't agree! Plus, you'll learn the secret you've been dying to know - how many pairs of glasses does Brandy own???

Friday fun and a new and powerful way to look at caregiver boundaries with Lisa Kendall.  

Rusty and Emilia find out they both need hobbies and we talk essentials of estate planning with attorney Rusty Fracassa!

When is it time for senior living.... and what the heck is a mystery garden???

Subfreezing plumbing problems and fall prevention tips for the kitchen!

Have a laugh with Brandy, Emilia, and Christopher McClellan while they talk animals and advocacy!

In this episode, Emilia and Brandy talk about sleep struggles of motherhood, then go on to discuss how people caring for others can support their own continued brain health.

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