There rsquo s a monument in the chapel of Christ rsquo s College Cambridge dedicated to two seventeenth-century physicians John Finch and Thomas Baines Known as the ldquo inseparable friends rdquo Finch and Baines collaborated on medical research and traveled together on diplomatic trips When Baines died in Finch lamented their ldquo unbroken marriage of souls rdquo that had lasted thirty-six years Theirs had been a friendship of affection loyalty and commitment King David and Jonathan had a friendship equally as close They shared deep mutual affection Samuel and even made vows of commitment to each other vv ndash Their [... more]

When a doctor loses a patient on the operating table there is a deep sense of remorse and sadness in the surgical theater Doctors are trained to save lives but sometimes even the best trained physicians are unable to control complications that lead to death But here we discover that Christ the Great Physician not only knows that His patient is sick--He allows him to die Here are three principles about Divine Medicine that we can all learn [... more]

When a doctor loses a patient on the operating table there is a deep sense of remorse and sadness in the surgical theater Doctors are trained to save lives but sometimes even the best trained physicians are unable to control complications that lead to death But here we discover that Christ the Great Physician not only knows that His patient is sick--He allows him to die Here are three principles about Divine Medicine that we can all learn [... more]

In a recent report from the American Medical Association AMA a list of the highest burnout rates among physicians are Emergency medicine Hospital medicine Family medicine Pediatrics Obstetrics and gynecology Internal medicine In this episode I discuss our response as caregivers to this alarming report [... more]

The silver tsunami of aging Americans is here Are the health needs of seniors different from those younger Do medications have a different effect I have seen it all I have seen the business executive swindled by the neighbor the loving wife who now chases her husband out of the house every night thinking he is an intruder the woman who was treated with medications but still had pain and agitation Elizabeth Landsverk MD Dr Liz Landsverk has over twenty years of experience in providing medical care to the elders She is board-certified in Internal Medicine Geriatric Medicine and Palliative [... more]

Physicians will tell you that one of their biggest frustrations is examining a patient diagnosing an illness prescribing the medication and then finding out the patient didn't take the medication Sometimes didn't even get the prescription filled What's a doctor to do Well today on A NEW BEGINNING Pastor Greg Laurie points out the same is often true in the spiritual arena Those who need Jesus the most often resist making a change because they simply don't want to change Let's learn more Listen on harvest org --- Own Jesus Revolution on DVD Receive your copy when you donate to [... more]

You ever struggle to hold your tongue while answering questions at the doctor's office Gracie's been treated by more than physicians - and we've had our share of exasperating and hilarious moments In this episode from the broadcast I share one that fits both categories Then I follow it up with the P's to use when dealing with physicians For more visit www hopeforthecaregiver com [... more]

It rsquo s a m at an acute-care hospital A worried patient presses the call button for the fourth time in an hour The night-shift nurse answers without complaint Soon another patient is screaming crying for attention The nurse isn rsquo t surprised She requested the night shift five years ago to avoid her hospital rsquo s daytime frenzy Then the reality hit Night work often means taking on extra tasks such as lifting and turning patients by herself It also means closely monitoring patients rsquo conditions so physicians can be notified in emergencies Buoyed by close friendships with her [... more]

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Weary of condescension from a physician years ago regarding my wife's condition I leveled my gaze at him and stated With all due respect Doc I was taking care of her when you were in junior high school So how about we keep this in perspective ' We may not know the science but we know our loved one That knowledge and experience provides us with something I coined Caregiver Authority Quality practitioners recognize the benefit of enlisting our hard-won insights After dealing with physicians and countless nurses I learned years ago that training doesn't make one a better human [... more]

Infectious disease specialists Dr Daniel Hinthorn and Dr Scott James share an informative perspective on COVID- vaccines discussing their historic nature and the rapid speed of their development Our guests answer common questions about the vaccines addressing practical concerns and next steps while taking a look at where the pandemic may be heading in the coming months Read a statement on COVID- vaccines from Focus on the Family's Physicians Resource Council https media focusonthefamily com topicinfo COVID- Vaccines pdf Get more episode resources https www focusonthefamily com episodes broadcast covid- -vaccines-what-you-need-to-know featured-resource-cta If you've listened to any of our podcasts [... 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]

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]

They caregivers don't practice self CARE because they're so self-LESS We see it in Arthritis but other people see it in other areas as well - Dr Jeffrey Hodrick Dr Jeffrey Hodrick Southern Joint Replacement Institute called the show to discuss the economy opening up and elective surgery for those struggling with hips knees and shoulder issues OK so are you safe from COVID- if you have a surgery like this Surgery Center or Hospital These and more topics are covered in this interview Dr Jeffrey Hodrick Bio Dr Hodrick received his M D from Pennsylvania State University College of [... more]

One of the Caregiver Landmines is Ignoring Personal Health Needs and more than of caregivers fail to see their own physicians While most caregivers offer excuses such as money or time this caller stated she didn't need to because God is her doctor Take a listen to how the conversation went and how the caller swerved into yet another landmine Here are the Landmines guess which ones she admittedly hit in this short call Ignoring Personal Health Needs Isolation Excessive Weight Gain Loss of Identity Guilt Fear It's All Up To Me [... more]

Crohn's disease cannot be cured but On today's Saturday Edition show Aimee talks with Dr Nikolov and guest Dr Miguel Rodr guez about the affects and treatments for Crohn's Disease THE CURE Live streamed podcast is hosted by Aimee Cabo and offers a platform of hope to anyone who has experienced domestic violence abuse mental illness any trauma or is experiencing problems now in their lives It's a place to find comfort knowledge strategies answers hope and love while healing the wounds and 'affirming' that you are not alone Join Aimee and her professional guests on The Cure with Aimee [... 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]

On today's show Aimee talks with Dr Nikolov and guest Dr Nisha Manek about her innovative approach to health and wellness THE CURE Live streamed podcast is hosted by Aimee Cabo and offers a platform of hope to anyone who has experienced domestic violence abuse mental illness any trauma or is experiencing problems now in their lives It's a place to find comfort knowledge strategies answers hope and love while healing the wounds and 'affirming' that you are not alone Join Aimee and her professional guests on The Cure with Aimee Cabo podcast every Saturday at PM EST as it [... more]

Portion of HOPE FOR THE CAREGIVER Monologue The whole point of this is to speak clarity to a caregiver so that we're not floundering around wondering you know where do we go next What do we do What's going on And I go back to this whole thing with gun safety I think a lot of people rush to push their political ideology and very few people are rushing to push this in a ministry capacity and if you think about this with all of our United States' clergy combined even those from different faith we can still ask the [... more]

On today's show Aimee talks with Dr Nikolov and guests Dr Melissa Deuter and Rich Whitman about the steps you can take to help someone you know and love with addiction or mental illness THE CURE Live streamed podcast is hosted by Aimee Cabo and offers a platform of hope to anyone who has experienced domestic violence abuse mental illness any trauma or is experiencing problems now in their lives It's a place to find comfort knowledge strategies answers hope and love while healing the wounds and 'affirming' that you are not alone Join Aimee and her professional guests on [... more]

On today's show Aimee talks with Dr Nikolov and guest Kirk Abner about not letting people events or our past define who we are THE CURE Live Radio Show and Podcast is hosted by Aimee Cabo and offers a 'platform of hope' to anyone who has experienced domestic violence abuse mental illness any trauma or is experiencing problems in their lives It's a place to find comfort knowledge strategies answers hope and love while healing the wounds and 'affirming' that you are not alone Join Aimee and her professional guests on THE CURE Radio Show every Friday at PM EST [... more]

Hope for the Caregiver broadcast February - Text from Peter's Blog at www hopeforthecaregiver com From one geographical extreme to another American state assemblies strode into the viability and quality of life issue in groundbreaking ways during January Starting with Hawaii's new Our Choice Our Care Act launched on January medically-assisted death marched closer to being considered 'normal ' Before January ended New York legislators applauded the new freedom extended to the state allowing late term abortions via the Reproductive Health Act A common thread weaves through the move by both states An ambiguity one could say an arbitrary line [... more]