Hope for the Caregiver | September 9th 2023
September 09, 2023
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"Hope for the Caregiver," with Peter Rosenberger, is a weekly broadcast strengthening fellow caregivers.
Hope for the Caregiver with host Peter Rosenberger
Hope for the Caregiver with host Peter Rosenberger
Hope for the Caregiver with host Peter Rosenberger
Hope for the Caregiver with host Peter Rosenberger
Hope for the Caregiver with host Peter Rosenberger
Faith in the Age of AI : Christianity Through the Looking Glass of Artificial Intelligence with guest Dr. Dan Scott
Hope for the Caregiver with host Peter Rosenberger
Hope for the Caregiver with host Peter Rosenberger
Perpetual care VS Episodic Care
Peter helps us think through our very real challenges as we support caregivers asking, “Are you prepare to support him or her in the way you’re thinking for the long haul?”
Peter warns us to think it through, count the cost and examine our motives before launching any type of actions from meals to shopping to cleaning and financial assistance.
Peter reminds us why he does this program and consistently asks, “How are you doing?” Dr. Larry Frazier, “A Story Behind Every Hymn; 52 Weeks of Inspiration, Courage and Strength”
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Being aware of what’s happening around you is paramount for being prepared when you are a caregiver, and Peter offers some insight into how he does it with Gracie. We hear a quick update on Gracie’s journey and Peter helps us consider, “Are we a visible testament for others in our own demise?”
Revisiting the program with Robert J. Morgan; long-time caregiver, pastor, and author of, Then Sings My Soul, insightful books about the importance of hymns to a believer.
Peter offers caregivers a welfare check. Speaking to our Isolation, Doctor Visit, Dental Health, Diet, the 3 D’s if you will, Finances and our Spiritual Life.
Peter gives us some details about getting his new book and then spends the rest of the program with his publisher and fellow caregiver, Lieutenant Colonel, retired, Oliver North.
Peter revisits his special Memorial Day Program with Chaplain Lt. Colonel Ret. Michael Frazier.
Peter gives us another angle on our safety as family caregivers and also touches on his new book, A Minute For Caregivers.
As we care for our loved ones, we need to also build our lives to be as strong as possible and flexibility is the key. Many storms will come and if we are rigid, we will break. We trust God His best, in His time, and the blessing of AFR.
Financial Counselor/Advisor, Emily Boothroyd of Merit Financial Advisors, joins Peter to talk about some rules of thumb in finances for family caregivers who may be struggling or know someone who is facing decisions that may be difficult.
One More Thought on Safety
Peter begins with a cautionary tale saying, “Signing a prenup? Know what the boundaries are – Forewarned is Forearmed! “
…and give yourself some time to grieve properly BEFORE considering remarriage, letting God’s purpose be your plumb-line. It takes what it takes! Get your MBA from God in the book of Proverbs.
Peter’s report from Cameroon.
“Should” & “Need”: get rid of those thoughts and words. They will take you into a place of lies from the enemy. Christ is our safe place, our shelter. Lean into Him in times of difficulty.
Also, for those who think they have something to add to the conversation, Peter offers two thoughts:
1. Know your audience. 2. Know your message.
Peter talks to us about how small efforts in the right direction can pay off in big ways. Zechariah 4:10 warn, “Do not despise small beginnings.” It’s in you; let it out!
Live life IN your circumstances, don’t wait until the circumstances change.
