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Caring in America

Caring in America

Written by: Richard
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We are the Podcast for Caregivers and the Care Recipient.
As Rosalynn Carter stated, There are only four kinds of people in the world — those that have been caregivers, those that are caregivers, those who will be caregivers, and those who will need caregivers.”
We introduce the Elder Care Experts, who provide their wisdom to educate about Care and all the components around it. Our goal is to make the Caregiver and the Care Recipient aware of as many Elder Care Resources as possible. We tell stories of Care in America. Stories of Love, Compassion, Frustration, Understanding and Patience in Elder Care.

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  • Ep 115, A Conversation with Margaret Cabell of A Place For Mom, Caring in America
    Jan 21 2026

    Margaret Cabell--Chief Community Relations Officer, A Place for Mom

    Learn about Planning before a loved ones health event!

    Learn that more than 54% of those surveyed reported wishing they had begun planning for senior care sooner.

    Learn how early planning gives families time to clarify long-term care goals and preferences, align financial resources, and define roles and responsibilities.

    Learn how early planning allows families to put essential legal protections in place, creating the foundation for a sustainable and well-rounded care plan.

    Learn about 7 steps in Planning--A simple-roadmap

    1. Set goals and learn about care options

    2. Form a care team

    3. Understand care costs

    4. Explore payment options

    5. Create a care budget

    6. Develop a legal plan

    7. Revisit plans regularly

    An Article--

    The Cost of Waiting to Talk About Senior Care---done in collaboration between APlan2Age and A Place for Mom

    https://www.aplaceformom.com/senior-living-data/the-cost-of-waiting-to-talk-about-senior-careP

    https://www.aplaceformom.com/

    Our Website
    www.aplan2age.org

    LinkedIn
    www.linkedin.com/in/richardwexler/
    https://www.linkedin.com/company/points-of-life/

    INSTAGRAM
    https://www.instagram.com/pointsoflifepodcast/

    FACEBOOK
    facebook.com/PointsofLifePodcast

    #eldercare #eldercareplanning #eldercarepodcast #eldercareeducations #eldereducation #podcast #idaho

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    29 mins
  • Ep 114, A Conversation with Kathy Heery, Positive Aging, Caring in America
    Jan 16 2026

    Learn about Kathy Heery's 45-year career in healthcare and aging services began as an RN clinician and later transitioned to executive roles within the corporate sector. Alongside her corporate endeavors, she delved into entrepreneurship and honed her skills as a writer.

    Kathy brings a valuable perspective that blends clinical expertise, corporate leadership and various communication abilities. For twenty years, she successfully ran a Geriatric Care Management and Consulting practice, using her talents to make a meaningful impact in the field.

    Learn about her journey as a Caregiver for her parents and her sister

    Learn about acknowledging that you are a Caregiver

    Learn about not understanding all the roles as a Caregiver

    Learn about "pulling a blueprint" for aging before you need it

    Learn about needing a National Conversation about Aging and Care

    Learn about Kathy's Mission--Help people help themselves

    Learn about the fear of "opening up" about how you're doing

    Learn about the cost of care--So Important!!

    Learn about making a "Plan"

    Kathy's advise--please speak with someone who understands "aging"

    www.positiveagingproductions.com

    Our Website
    www.aplan2age.org

    LinkedIn
    www.linkedin.com/in/richardwexler/
    https://www.linkedin.com/company/points-of-life/

    INSTAGRAM
    https://www.instagram.com/pointsoflifepodcast/

    FACEBOOK
    facebook.com/PointsofLifePodcast

    #eldercare #eldercareplanning #eldercarepodcast #eldercareeducations #eldereducation #podcast #idaho

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    24 mins
  • Ep 112, A Conversation with Linda MacDougall, the right cane, bed etc., Caring in America
    Jan 12 2026

    Learn about working with the developmentally disabled and the mentally ill

    Learn about starting because her Mother

    Learn about working with the underdog

    Learn about the senior being an underdog

    Learn about others making decision's for you

    Learn about needing help and someone else providing the help

    Learn about being a message therapist

    Learn about letting the senior talk and get it out

    Learn about talking to yourself, alone in the car

    Learn talking to the dog

    Learn about using the right cane and or walker

    Learn about getting a proper assessment before you get one

    Learn about the right suction cup on the bottom of a cane

    Learn about the right fit!

    Learn about the right wheelchair

    Learn about furniture mismatches

    Learn about the right bed as we age

    Learn about the right shoes

    Learn about Planning!

    https://www.loveyourlongevity.com/



    Our Website
    www.aplan2age.org

    LinkedIn
    www.linkedin.com/in/richardwexler/
    https://www.linkedin.com/company/points-of-life/

    INSTAGRAM
    https://www.instagram.com/pointsoflifepodcast/

    FACEBOOK
    facebook.com/PointsofLifePodcast

    #eldercare #eldercareplanning #eldercarepodcast #eldercareeducations #eldereducation #podcast #idaho

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    25 mins
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