Winston Churchill stated We Are masters of unsaid words and slaves to those we let slip out As caregivers we live in a pressure cooker - and often spout of things we wish we could reclaim Sometimes we have to bit our tongues and learn to like the taste of blood In this opening monologue from the program I discuss this issue that affects everyone - it is the human condition - but we as caregivers can be exceptionally prone to this TRANSCRIPT there may be typos Welcome to Hope for the Caregiver here on American Family Radio This is [... more]

As caregivers we often must make decisions that benefit the whole unit - not Just one person We get into the trap as caregivers where we're thinking of someone almost to the exclusion of everyone else I understand why - because that person has extreme needs But as a caregiver YOU are meeting many of those extreme needs What happens if you don't consider the person meeting the extreme needs You must think of the whole unit SHOW TRANSCRIPT May Contain Typos If you feel that you are operating out of guilt or fear or any of those things what [... more]

When I launched a caregiver outreach I established a goal to help provide caregivers with a vocabulary that helped identify their feelings and needs Without understanding help remains elusive In this bonus segment from our broadcast I provide two unusual examples of how caregivers feel on any given day I do this to not only give fellow caregivers that understanding but those who seek to help them as well [... more]

TRANSCRIPT This is the program for you as a family caregiver Healthy caregivers make better caregivers Hopeforthecaregiver com You know about that last block I ought to have a thing where you guys y'all send us some lyrics for the song Maybe we'll figure out which one's the best one and I'll get Gracie to sing it when she starts getting better What do you think Because she said Gracie was very worried She said look I've got to get my voice into shape I said well you've got time darling You're just now three months out of surgery so [... more]

Everything I do is to help talk my fellow caregivers off a ledge because people have done this for me People get so disoriented in the journey of caregiving Caregivers often think Okay if I could get them to stop acting like this if I could just get through this next procedure if we could just see if we could stop this particular thing from happening then we can have the contentment and the peace and the satisfaction or the stability that we're craving How's that working for you How's that working for any of us It's like we have [... more]

My new book hits bookstores Each chapter offers -minute insights to help the family caregiver in THAT moment Drawing upon a lifetime of caregiving I speak to my fellow caregivers in a way that makes sense and settles their hearts down I point them to safety Order the book today at Faithful Text special discount Amazon Wal-Mart Barnes Noble Or wherever books are sold [... more]

I often encounter fellow caregivers struggling in horrific circumstances And I just as often unexpectedly encounter folks from all sorts of backgrounds who fight to find solid ground as caregivers In this episode I share some of those encounters and ask what your thoughts are about their circumstances - and what I offered [... more]

How many caregivers put their lives on hold until their caregiving journey improves or ends Is that a good idea I recently discussed something I am doing - while serving as a full-time caregiver and invited fellow caregivers to do the same [... more]

Legendary comedian Milton Berle Mr Television once stated Laughter is an instant vacation As caregivers we certainly shed plenty of tears but do we laugh Caregivers certainly top the list of those needing an instant vacation but few give themselves permission to book the trip When our life remains so full of harsh realities how can laughter be appropriate In this episode I invite fellow caregivers to take an instant vacation with me as we laugh for a bit a time to weep and a time to laugh a time to mourn and a time to dance Ecclesiastes www hopeforthecaregiver [... more]

I like to talk with fellow caregivers who keep working and doing what brings oxygen to their souls - while caregiving Such is the case with award-winning novelist Ethan Burroughs Back with another geopolitical thriller Burroughs draws upon his extensive career in the middle east to reveal things that will astonish and captivate readers from the West - particularly those struggling to understand today's headlines and the extensive turmoil in the Middle East Lifelong friend and a fellow South Carolinian I asked Ethan to join me on the program and share his incredible books and his extensive grasp of Middle [... more]

Christmas can be a challenging time for family caregivers In this bonus episode from our radio program we offer this to fellow caregivers [... more]

As a caregiver do you like shopping Do you enjoy traffic crowds lines etc Here's a suggestion that I worked out for fellow caregivers Get all your shopping done at MyPillow com and use the promo code caregiver You'll get a special discount on EVERYTHING on the site [... more]

As a caregiver do you ever struggle with knowing how to pray Over my years as Gracie's husband and caregiver I sure have I wrote this prayer for my book Hope for the Caregiver and it seemed to mean a lot to fellow caregivers Please visit https hopeforthecaregiver com caregiver-prayer and print it and or share with a fellow caregiver Song Sweet Hour of Prayer from SONGS FOR THE CAREGIVER www hopeforthecaregiver com music [... more]

Emmy award winner Leeza Gibbons called the show to discuss her work in strengthening fellow caregivers She also stuck around with us to do our hilarious UNHEALTHY and HEALTHY Songs for Caregivers Bit Check out all that she's doing at www leezagibbons com [... more]

These were words to Gracie from a psychiatrist friend of mine who saw me staying around the clock at the hospital and turning into a zombie As caregivers we tend to be tough capable and innovative But just because we CAN do something doesn't always mean we SHOULD do it www hopeforthecaregiver com [... more]

From Hope for the Caregiver's Weekly Broadcast January ABOUT PETER Now in his th year as a caregiver Peter Rosenberger draws upon a lifetime of experience to offer a lifeline to fellow caregivers www hopeforthecaregiver ccom [... more]

Using foundational Biblical truths Rhianna's upbeat nature is gracious refreshing and generates an empowering excitement to take on any obstacle with supernatural strength and courage Her journey of being mother to her amazing daughter Kaiya with severe special needs has led her to a tangible knowledge of those Biblical truths www RhiannaSanford com About Peter Rosenberger Now in his th year as a caregiver for his wife Gracie through her extreme medical challenges Peter Rosenberger draws upon his lifetime of experience to offer a lifeline to fellow caregivers His radio program Hope for the Caregiver is heard weekly on more [... more]

There is no record of God speaking to His people for centuries between the Old and New Testament times In this episode we discuss how that impacts a family caregiver Now in his th year as a caregiver for his wife Gracie Peter draws upon his lifetime of experience to offer a lifeline to fellow caregivers www hopeforthecaregiver [... more]

I asked my guest on the show author Rick Lauber What did you learn about yourself that surprised you in a positive way His answer was extremely moving and a must hear for fellow caregivers Find out more about Rick and his books at www ricklauber com [... more]

Kathie Lee Gifford called the show to discuss her new book It's Never Too Late While Kathie Lee remains a household name Gracie and I have had the privilege of getting to know her a little more up close and personal You'll hear this in our candid conversation about trusting God in heartache forgiveness and loneliness Yet you will also hear a lot of laughter But as Kathie Lee says about moments of great sorrow that often right turn into joy that's life You will want to listen and then share this wonderful interview with delightful woman who's brought joy [... more]

For many caregivers the relationship between themselves and their loved ones may have faded beyond recognition due to cognitive impairment When you're loved one can't remember your name getting a card from them is certainly out of the question Here's an idea I came up with years ago that seemed to catch on for a lot of my fellow caregivers If you need some help with it call my friends Ken and Cindy Najar at Logos Bookstore in Nashville TN - You don't have to live in Nashville or even TN They help people with this and other things from [... more]

In this episode I invited Dr Dominic Aquila to the show to discuss the importance of solid theology to support the weight of our suffering and heartache Dr Dominic A Aquila is president of New Geneva Theological Seminary in Colorado Springs Colo At the present time he is also serving as an interim pastor of Covenant Reformed Presbyterian Church in Ft Pierce Fla He is editor of The Aquila Report www theaquilareport com an independent web magazine for and about evangelicals in the Reformed and Presbyterian family of churches Peter Rosenberger is the host of HOPE FOR THE CAREGIVER Now [... more]

Right after her mother's funeral following her battle with breast cancer Ginny Brant receives the news of her own diagnosis with this disease She shares the story of how she's fought back and taken control of her health of caregivers fail to see their own physician More than of caregivers are women Ginny brings a powerful and timely message during breast cancer awareness month to fellow caregivers of the importance of our own health [... more]

We caregivers often feel that we won't be satisfied unless the resolution of conflict or circumstances is what we want and expect But great music doesn't often work that way and neither does life A lesson from my jazz piano professor drives this point home using the familiar chord progression ii-V-I Peter Rosenberger is the host of HOPE FOR THE CAREGIVER Now in his th year as a caregiver Peter draws upon his vast experience to help strengthen fellow caregivers www hopeforthecaregiver com [... more]

Think of a teacher who left a huge impact on you If they are still alive call them If not maybe call their family and let them Teachers deserve to know when what they offer in the classroom extends for a lifetime Such is the case with my college composition professor and advisor Bill Pursell https www latimes com obituaries story - - william-pursell-grammy-nominated-composer-dies-covid He was also a fellow caregiver and the lessons I learned from him in his studio and classroom will stay with me for the rest of my life Peter Rosenberger is the host of HOPE FOR [... more]

Like Alzheimer's or other forms of dementia addiction and alcoholism can overtake a person How does a caregiver respond to an abusive addict or alcoholic who has been overtaken by their disease These are hard questions faced by so many caregivers I discussed this with John during this episode Peter Rosenberger is the host of HOPE FOR THE CAREGIVER Now in his th year as a caregiver Peter draws upon his vast experience to help strengthen fellow caregivers [... more]

Do you know all the pills you and or your loved one takes In an emergency can paramedics or medical staff quickly get that information Can you describe each pill properly If keeping up with prescription is part of your life as a caregiver then this tool from Kimber Westmore is essential for your life In this episode Kimber shares how she created this used in her own life and now makes it available for fellow caregivers VISIT www pillmap com to get this amazing tool TODAY Use the coupon code HOPE for a discount Peter Rosenberger is the host [... more]

I invited my cousin Meredith to call the show and share her family's struggle and journey with their special needs daughter and the inability to attend school We see the chaos of the world but more than anything we just see the four walls of our home There's a lot of guilt You feel guilty if you send them or you feel guilty if you keep them home There's a lot of guilt as a caregiver As you will discover however Meredith is not only insightful and experienced as a caregiver but she is extremely funny and a brilliant woman [... more]

One of the primary goals of our show HOPE FOR THE CAREGIVER is to better equip and inspire others on how to help caregivers Carlos called the show to talk about that and just made our day because he GETS it You can hear Carlos' heart in his call and he is a wonderful example of those seeking to minister and care for hurting souls Peter Rosenberger is the host of HOPE FOR THE CAREGIVER Heard weekly on stations Peter draws upon his years as a caregiver to help strengthen fellow caregivers Hope for the Caregiver is the family caregiver [... more]

What is normal As caregivers we discover that we have to make our own normal and trust that we can have meaningful moments and even joy in that normal of our own making This caller and I discussed this in this clip from the show In addition as she struggled with figuring out how to care for her aging father I pointed her to this service that Gracie and I use We can often use technology offload some not all of the monitoring components of our caregiving responsibilites https hopeforthecaregiver podbean com e are-they-safe-are-you-a-easy-reliable-and-secure-way-to-offload-caregiving-challenges Peter Rosenberger is the host of [... more]

When Erin Galyean's sister received a terrible diagnosis Erin determined to not only support her but to become a powerful advocate on her sister's behalf There were times when i was intimidated scared and even felt stupid but I pushed through all that the stakes were just too high As I told Erin in this interview I wish I had her book when traveling through so much of Gracie's journey Erin brings a passion and contagious enthusiasm to fellow caregivers and communicates clearly that ALL of us can become Peter Rosenberger hosts HOPE FOR THE CAREGIVER www hopeforthecaregiver com radio [... more]

Melissa Strickland Sr Director of Communications for Samaritan's Purse called the show to share the work of Samaritan's Purse in NYC and other places Melissa's also a caregiver herself for a husband with high-risk issues so going to NY was not easy task Listen to Why she did it and what she discovered there about the people they treat the reception from New Yorkers the push back from a small but VERY vocal minority but most of all what's she learned about faith in Christ After listening to this podcast PLEASE share it with everyone in your social media world [... more]

Watching the decline of a figure who looms large in your life brings a pain melancholy and sorrow Gary Chapman understands those in deeply personal ways Yet he also understands faith hope and God's faithfulness As journeyed with his father all the way to the end of life on this earth Gary relates a powerful message of that experience and the profound transformation that occurred in his own life During that time the great hymns of our faith grew in increasing importance to Gary Playing them at his father's bedside Gary saw the emotional spiritual and physical comfort they brought [... more]

I wish had a different testimony but sadly I do not One of the reasons I wanted Chonda to call the show is because she brings such candor and authenticity to her humor to the delight of hundreds of thousands While no stranger to heartache and grief Chondra continues to open her life and see it with tear-filled eyes and a whole lot of laughter In this frank and funny interview Chondra demonstrates why she is one of the most successful comedians EVER For more information visit Chondra org About Peter Rosenberger How can you laugh through what you all [... more]

With vast numbers either working from home or losing their job many are asking the question Should I Change The Way I Work Caregivers have struggled with this issue for years as we've tried to juggle a job while caregiving For nearly ten years David Asarnow and Bob Sears have helped mentor me as I built a national broadcasting platform and message to my fellow caregivers all while I still serve as a caregiver They helped me understand that I needed to change the WAY I worked We caregivers work hard but are we utilizing all of our skills Do [... more]

Award winning author Mary Elizabeth Jackson called the show to share her personal journey things she's learned and the latest in her Poohlicious books During the conversation we --along with my sidekick John Butler AKA the Count of Mighty Disco --also took some calls together visit www maryejackson com About Peter and HOPE FOR THE CAREGIVER A year caregiver for his wife Gracie who lives with severe disabilities Peter Rosenberger brings a profound understanding of the caregiver's journey His show HOPE FOR THE CAREGIVER airs on Sirius XM's Family Talk Channel and an additional stations on American Family Radio as [... more]

As starts this hymn seemed appropriate to share I recorded it on my CD Songs for the Caregiver but this is a special LIVE duet of my arrangement that I performed at church while the congregation was served communion I accompanied my friend Daniel Fisher on the violin His playing is extraordinary This hymn remains special to uncounted millions The lyrics speak directly to our hearts to help us face adversity challenges sorrow and loss with calmness peace and even joy On that same note I recently read this prayer below Given that caregivers know up front that their year [... more]

A while back I invited my friend Daniel Fisher an exceptional violinist to perform a duet with me at church During the serving of communion we played a medley of The Old Rugged Cross and Near the Cross Each time I listen to this I'm stunned by his playing While playing the piano I just try to stay out his way At the end you can faintly hear the communion trays being returned to the table I felt that even that added value to this performance As caregivers our lives can be filled with such stress and anxiety The holidays [... more]

Cleland Boyd McAffee a Presbyterian minister provided the church with one of the most treasured and enduring hymns Like many great hymns however this one also came from great sorrow Two of his young niece died of diptheria but in the family's grief McAffee penned this great hymn that continue to bring comfort and strength to millions One could reasonably state that McAffee's greatest sermon can by found in the countless hymnals around the world There is a place of quiet rest near to the heart of God a place where sin cannot molest near to the heart of God [... more]

One of the hardest challenges for caregivers and Landmine from Caregiver Landmines and How You Avoid Them we address the loss of identity Many caregivers struggle to speak in first person singular when asked about their feelings heart and condition One of the main reasons I do the show is to help my fellow caregivers learn to rediscover or possibly find their own voices We also took calls and dealt with some challenging issues From drug addiction that traumatized a family to the transgender issue we tackled topics from today headlines that our crippling families Sponsored by STANDING WITH HOPE [... 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]

It's a very short step from 'I don't want to live like that' to 'No one should live like that ' We need more protection for people - Nancy Valko www nancyvalko com Palliative and Hospice care continue to confuse so many caregivers While some programs offer amazing and beneficial services to families others seem to be detrimental Involving the Govt seems to give a stamp of approval of something but is it what it says it is How can we know Nancy Valko called HOPE FOR THE CAREGIVER on Sirius XM's Family Talk Channel to discuss this Transcript of [... more]

Excerpt from HOPE FOR THE CAREGIVER on American Family Radio It's starting to dawn on a lot of us some of who are newer to this not so much but a lot of us have that realization Man this thing is not going to have the happy ending it's not going to have the happy ending that we want it's not going to get pretty In fact it's going to probably get worse And what do you do with that information What does hope look like in that And as I've struggled through these things and I've worked through these [... more]

On HOPE FOR THE CAREGIVER expands to the Family Talk Channel on Sirius XM Sundays starting at PM Eastern we will be LIVE In addition we're live each Saturday morning at AM Eastern on American Family Radio Our mission is simple We're going to point family caregivers to safety Drawing upon more than three decades of experience a whole lot of mistakes I am the crash-test dummy of caregivers and a goofy sense of humor we're going to strengthen fellow caregivers one weary heart at a time Gracie asked if she could record one of our promos What do you [... more]

How can you laugh through what you all live through Peter Rosenberger often hears that question when people learn of his year journey as a caregiver for his wife Gracie who lives with severe disabilities operations including the amputation of both legs Yet both Peter and Gracie draw hope from their deep faith which strengthens their hearts and their sense of humor Peter's weekly radio show Hope for the Caregiver is heard on more than stations Through his show along with his books and speaking events Peter address the challenges of life business and relationships with candor compassion and comedy [... more]

During seasons of joy and happiness many caregivers feel the opposite Even if attending church is possible many feel isolated even on a crowded pew The relentless challenges facing so many caregivers often leads them to hang their heads while others jubilantly belt out hymns That's why HOPE FOR THE CAREGIVER exists That's why we do the show We speak fluent caregiver and bring a lifetime of experience to offer a lifeline to fellow caregivers to help them catch their breath take a knee and develop healthier strategies to endure and even thrive in their circumstances Joy is available The [... more]

Caregiving is like going to war every day we fight to keep our loved ones safe and supported with dignity Like a warrior caregivers are fearless courageous and passionate about protecting those they care for -Susanne White www caregiverwarrior com Susanne called HOPE FOR THE CAREGIVER and shared her journey insights and passion for strengthening fellow caregivers Peter Rosenberger is a thirty-year caregiver for his wife Gracie who lives with severe physical disabilities He is the author of Hope for the Caregiver and his radio show for family caregivers is syndicated on more than stations across the country hope caregiver [... more]