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Finding Joy and Purpose in Caregiving: Stories of Hope with Mark Applegate
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In this episode of 'A Season of Caring Podcast,' host Rayna Neises interviews Mark Applegate, a family caregiver with a passion for supporting those affected by dementia. Mark shares his experiences caring for his mother, who battled dementia for 14 years, offering poignant stories and insights into the ups and downs of caregiving.
They discuss dealing with genetic predispositions, the surprises and challenges of dementia care, and the importance of community and spiritual connection. Mark also talks about the therapeutic benefit he found in documenting his journey through his blog, Digital Cornbread.
The conversation provides hope and practical advice for other caregivers navigating similar paths.
Capitoli
1. Finding Joy and Purpose in Caregiving: Stories of Hope with Mark Applegate (00:00:00)
2. Caring for a Parent With Dementia (00:00:04)
3. A Roller Coaster of Emotions (00:06:24)
4. Finding Purpose in Dementia Care (00:09:56)
5. Navigating COVID Challenges (00:11:11)
6. Embracing Joy in Caregiving (00:17:25)
7. Supporting Others in the Season (00:19:19)
200 episodi
Manage episode 438345575 series 2859854
In this episode of 'A Season of Caring Podcast,' host Rayna Neises interviews Mark Applegate, a family caregiver with a passion for supporting those affected by dementia. Mark shares his experiences caring for his mother, who battled dementia for 14 years, offering poignant stories and insights into the ups and downs of caregiving.
They discuss dealing with genetic predispositions, the surprises and challenges of dementia care, and the importance of community and spiritual connection. Mark also talks about the therapeutic benefit he found in documenting his journey through his blog, Digital Cornbread.
The conversation provides hope and practical advice for other caregivers navigating similar paths.
Capitoli
1. Finding Joy and Purpose in Caregiving: Stories of Hope with Mark Applegate (00:00:00)
2. Caring for a Parent With Dementia (00:00:04)
3. A Roller Coaster of Emotions (00:06:24)
4. Finding Purpose in Dementia Care (00:09:56)
5. Navigating COVID Challenges (00:11:11)
6. Embracing Joy in Caregiving (00:17:25)
7. Supporting Others in the Season (00:19:19)
200 episodi
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