is Russell Wilson to the Steelers a match made in Heaven l Matt Parrino Syracuse com Bills beat reporter l Chiefs fans need amputations after suffering frostbite during playoff [... more]

If you or someone you love has experienced trauma this show will connect in a powerful way After listening to this my wife Gracie wept and stated This was your best show ever My guest for the entire show is Dr Diane Langberg We discussed her book Suffering and the Heart of God How Trauma Destroys and Christ Restores A counselor for nearly years she has works extensively with trauma and abuse victims www dianelangberg com Peter Rosenberger is the host of HOPE FOR THE CAREGIVER The nation's broadcast and podcast show for family caregivers Peter draws upon his year [... more]

As a caregiver have you ever begged God to deliver you from the challenges God's own people did this when the lived in Babylon while in exile They lamented and wanted to return to their home To get back to normal God's answer to his own people may surprise you but in this monologue from the broadcast we discussed how it applies to family caregivers Peter Rosenberger is the host of HOPE FOR THE CAREGIVER The nation's broadcast and podcast show for family caregivers Peter draws upon his year journey as a caregiver for his wife Gracie through a medical [... more]

I invited my long-time pastor and friend Jim Bachmann to call the show following a particularly meaningful sermon on Sunday In addition to sharing what the church he served is doing Stephens Valley Church in Nashville TN he discussed the challenges for ministering to congregants many who feel so isolated during these times Yet referring back to the message he gave earlier that day he effectively pointed us to God's sovereignty provision and faithfulness THE SUFFERING SAVIOR see below For more visit www StephensValleyChurch com Peter Rosenberger is the host of HOPE FOR THE CAREGIVER The nation's broadcast and podcast [... more]

If defensiveness is going up in the loved one you can draw some conclusion about what the caregiver is doing Dr Liz Barnett brings a new tool for family caregivers Motivational Interviews All too many caregivers find themselves floundering in the drama that occurs when trying to get compliance Maybe it's downsizing wanting someone to take their meds brush their teeth or the myriad of things we face as caregivers Dr Barnett brings easy to understand tools to help us as caregivers take the first step in better relationships less drama and more efficacy while caring for our loved ones [... more]

years ago Vaultt founder and CEO Audrey Bond was frustrated with the inability to securely share important information about her daughter with her ex-husband There was a disconnection and it caused a lot of stress and a ton of problems Audrey saw the same stress and issues with not just divorced but also her married friends Families in the military families with parents that worked a lot or traveled for work or worked shift work or had blended families or just very busy lives Learn More About VAULTT today at www vaultt com Everyone had the same problem While there [... more]

Do we simply wait on a vaccine or can we do anything about our own ability to fight COVID- right now Author speaker caregiver and cancer survivor Ginny Dent Brant shares her journey of building her immune system while enduring brutal cancer treatments Along the way she's discovered ways that we can better equip our bodies to fight off diseases including COVID- Learn more about Ginny at www ginnybrant com and get a copy of her book TODAY Peter Rosenberger is the host of HOPE FOR THE CAREGIVER The nation's broadcast and podcast show for family caregivers Peter draws upon [... more]

I recently wrote a commentary for the Christian Post about the vandalizing of my home church's cemetery in South Carolina But the heartbreaking story set up an amazing twist that demonstrates what's best in America Bo Snerdly the famous call-screener for talk radio icon Rush Limbaugh read the story and had me on the show to be interviewed by guest host Todd Herman during Rush's absence for cancer treatment You can read the story https www christianpost com voices finding-the-path-towards-healing-in-america html Peter Rosenberger is the host of HOPE FOR THE CAREGIVER The nation's broadcast and podcast show for family caregivers [... more]

While I had to step away with unexpected caregiving duties American Family Radio general manager Jim Stanley filled in for me on this special edition of HOPE FOR THE CAREGIVER Jim brings his considerable understanding of the caregiver's journey to the conversation and asked the question as caregivers are we ready for the end Not just our loved ones' but for ourselves as well Hard topic great calls and it's a part of our lives and journey as caregivers Peter Rosenberger is the host of HOPE FOR THE CAREGIVER The nation's broadcast and podcast show for family caregivers Peter draws [... more]

Brain tumor Alcoholism and Breast Cancer Janine Urbaniak Reid The Opposite of Certainty clearly understands brutal challenges Yet she's punched through these things and lives a life of meaning and purpose I just want off this planet I don't really want to die but I want there to be some other way I had this fantasy where I could get my family and we could all go somewhere but I don't know that is where a brain tumor cases to exist But it was more like 'I just want out ' https www janineurbaniakreid com Peter Rosenberger is the host [... more]

In the physical therapy room at Walter Reed Army Medical Center Gracie and I encountered wounded soldiers dealing with various forms of friendly fire One soldier in particular lost a leg due to being hit by his own team and other soldiers dealt with crumbling marriages and families as they struggled to recover from devastating wounds How many of us deal with deep wounds caused by those on our own team How many of us have caused damage to the ones we love and swore to protect Sometimes friendly fire wounds are compounded with the shame of the wound itself [... more]

Peter Rosenberger is the host of HOPE FOR THE CAREGIVER The nation's broadcast and podcast show for family caregivers Peter draws upon his year journey as a caregiver for his wife Gracie through a medical nightmare that includes surgeries multiple amputations and treatment by physicians Learn more at www HopefortheCaregiver com CLICK HERE TO BE A PATRON FOR THIS PODCAST [... more]

Peter Rosenberger is the host of HOPE FOR THE CAREGIVER The nation's broadcast and podcast show for family caregivers Peter draws upon his year journey as a caregiver for his wife Gracie through a medical nightmare that includes surgeries multiple amputations and treatment by physicians Learn more at www HopefortheCaregiver com CLICK HERE TO BE A PATRON FOR THIS PODCAST [... more]

Peter Rosenberger is the host of HOPE FOR THE CAREGIVER The nation's broadcast and podcast show for family caregivers Peter draws upon his year journey as a caregiver for his wife Gracie through a medical nightmare that includes surgeries multiple amputations and treatment by physicians Learn more at www HopefortheCaregiver com CLICK HERE TO BE A PATRON FOR THIS PODCAST [... more]

Let's face it we caregivers are going to make a lot of mistakes in our journey I still hold the title for Crash-test dummy of Caregivers and I'll bet I've forgotten more mistakes than most will make I still remember plenty to CRINGE over however Facing those mistakes owning them apologizing for them and making amends when possible remains an important part of living as a healthy caregiver John and I discussed this in today's episode and we also talked about our pet peeves of fake apologies often on display by public figures Peter Rosenberger is the host of HOPE [... more]

As the country seems so divided stories like the Bonsall family's become increasingly important they reveal what is best about America Joe Bonsall's fans all know him as the tenor of the Oak Ridge Boys and this Hall of Fame Award Winning artist has certainly endeared himself to millions They may not know however the sacrifice his family made for this great nation Listen to his story Peter Rosenberger is the host of HOPE FOR THE CAREGIVER The nation's broadcast and podcast show for family caregivers Peter draws upon his year journey as a caregiver for his wife Gracie through [... more]

In a recent interview with superstar comedian Jeff Foxworthy I asked him about writing comedy in our divided culture Take a listen to his answer Peter Rosenberger is the host of HOPE FOR THE CAREGIVER The nation's broadcast and podcast show for family caregivers Peter draws upon his year journey as a caregiver for his wife Gracie through a medical nightmare that includes surgeries multiple amputations and treatment by physicians Learn more at www HopefortheCaregiver com CLICK HERE TO BE A PATRON FOR THIS PODCAST [... more]

The pain challenges and heartache for caregivers often doesn't end at a funeral In this clip from our show John and I discussed a callers recent admission of feeling guilty over an end of life issue for his father twenty years after the event Peter Rosenberger is the host of HOPE FOR THE CAREGIVER The nation's broadcast and podcast show for family caregivers Peter draws upon his year journey as a caregiver for his wife Gracie through a medical nightmare that includes surgeries multiple amputations and treatment by physicians Learn more at www HopefortheCaregiver com CLICK HERE TO BE A [... more]

Our long-time friend Elizabeth Moss called the show to share insights on caring for an aging loved one during the pandemic The founder of Nashville TN's premiere in home care company Elizabeth brings a valuable background in Nursing Alcohol and Drug treatment and Geriatrics Elizabeth dedicates her life to on-going training education and experience for the well-being of others She has been a devoted and professional caregiver since in the areas of Assessment Training Activities Therapy Certified Nursing Technician Licensed Practical Nurse of Geriatrics and Integrative Health Practices such as Reflexology Aromatherapy and other modes of therapeutic care During a [... more]

Did you know that you can recycle prosthetic limbs Until my wife Gracie lost both of her legs we didn't realize that the components feet knees pylons adapters screws prosthetic socks belts and other related items for prosthetic limbs could be recycled When Gracie and I launched STANDING WITH HOPE in Ghana we set about collecting used prosthetic limbs from prosthetists funeral homes families of amputees and even some of Gracie's former limbs I used to sit in our den surrounded by used prosthetic limbs and disassemble those devices late into the evening Then I'd box all the parts in [... more]

Multi Grammy award nominee and -time Dove award winner and fellow caregiver Steve Green called the show His iconic music career frames Steve's enormous passion for communicating the Gospel to broken lives In this conversation I asked Steve to reflect on current challenges facing our country and the world It all comes down to the one phrase in his song that's touched millions of lives People Need The LORD While it sounds simple and it is that phrase is condensed down to the core of our human condition and Steve shares how God responds to that core need You'll love [... more]

The time is NOW for caregivers to rethink how we give care You've seen the headlines https news yahoo com man- -charged-nursing-home- html https www cnn com us alejandro-ripley-killing index html These incidents are just from the last week I invited Mark Gray of Constant Companion to come on the show to discuss how their secure affordable reliable and easy to use new product can provide family caregivers the connection support and assistance so desperately needed Imagine a parent at the end of her rope caring for a special needs child getting a daily phone call from a caring person [... more]

Years ago I listen to a preacher tell the congregation Don't you want to go to Heaven Well who doesn't But is that the reason I trust Christ If the whole point of this is fire-insurance then why are we left on this earth With that in mind I wrote down Heaven's Not the Reason At the piano I developed a melody and then asked my long-time friend Hank Martin to help me finish this song When Gracie started her project RESILIENT we dusted this song off and she and our friend Scat Springs sang it together If you want [... more]

Throughout our lengthy journey of surgeries chronic pain amputations and lots of tears music has always been the glue for Gracie and me We particularly love Christmas music This is a recording of one of our favorite Christmas hymns Silent Night Download this at See more at www standingwithhope com [... more]

Think back through difficult times in your life when hot tears filled your eyes Maybe when your body was wracked with pain or your heart was broken Did you feel like singing during those times And when they had inflicted many blows upon them they threw them into prison ordering the jailer to keep them safely Having received this order he put them into the inner prison and fastened their feet in the stocks About midnight Paul and Silas were praying and singing hymns to God and the prisoners were listening to them Acts - Since meeting my wife Gracie [... more]

HFTC October Welcome to HOPE FOR THE CAREGIVER on American Family Radio This is Peter Rosenberger We are LIVE and are thrilled to have you with us This is the nation's number one show for the family caregiver For those who are putting themselves between a vulnerable loved one and even worse disaster Maybe it's somebody who's aging maybe it's a special needs child maybe somebody who has an addiction issue whatever the impairment there's a caregiver How are you holding up How are you doing That's what this show is all about And we are glad to have you [... more]

A show FOR caregivers ABOUT caregivers HOSTED by a caregiver With millions putting themselves between a vulnerable loved one and even worse disaster the family caregiver continues to be an at risk individual Not just physically and emotionally but financial risk looms for caregivers as well It's not enough to say take care of yourself Caregivers need require regular specific and clear reminders of what HOPE for the caregiver looks like Peter Rosenberger brings years of experience as a caregiver through a medical nightmare that includes surgeries multiple amputations and nearly million in medical costs Hope for the Caregiver is [... more]