Happy Healthy Caregiver

<p>When Eric Levitan saw his parents’ health decline from afar, he set out to better understand how to impact healthy aging for his family and others. He founded Vivo, a company dedicated to helping older adults stay active and independent.</p> <p><br /></p> <p>In this episode, we dive into the four cornerstones of healthy aging, fall prevention, and how to make healthy habits stick—plus accessible, fun ways to add strength training into daily life. Eric also shares insights on remote caregiving, the growing AgeTech initiative, talking with loved ones about senior living, and why challenging experiences can strengthen both the body and the mind.</p> <p><br /></p> <p>Show notes with product and resource links:</p> <p><a href="https://bit.ly/HHCPod219" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/HHCPod219</a></p> <p>Receive the podcast in your email here:</p> <p><a href="http://bit.ly/2G4qvBv" target="_blank">http://bit.ly/2G4qvBv</a></p> <p>Order a copy of Elizabeth's book Just for You: a Daily Self Care Journal:</p> <p><a href="http://bit.ly/HHCjournal" target="_blank">http://bit.ly/HHCjournal</a></p> <p>For podcast sponsorship opportunities contact Elizabeth:</p> <p><a href="https://happyhealthycaregiver.com/contact-us/" target="_blank">https://happyhealthycaregiver.com/contact-us/</a></p> <p>The Happy Healthy Caregiver podcast is part of the Whole Care Network. Rate and Review the podcast:</p> <p><a href="https://bit.ly/HHCPODREVIEW" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/HHCPODREVIEW</a></p>

<p>Nancy Treaster, a retired software industry executive turned Certified Caregiving Consultant, co-founded The Caregiver’s Journey with longtime friend Sue Ryan after both personally faced the challenges of <i>dementia caregiving</i> for multiple family members. Nancy has supported her father through Parkinson’s, her father-in-law through Alzheimer’s, and her husband through Frontotemporal Dementia. Drawing on her professional background and personal experience, Nancy offers a compassionate yet practical approach that empowers <i>family caregivers</i> to face their caregiving journey with confidence, fewer surprises, and more effective solutions.</p> <p><br /></p> <p>In this episode, we talk about the difference between <i>palliative care</i> and <i>hospice care</i>—and why both are often underutilized. Nancy also shares insights on the stages of grief (including a unique concept called “drip grief”), her love of travel, the power of podcasting, and how caregivers can access an interactive roadmap filled with practical tools and resources to guide them on their caregiving journey.</p> <p><br /></p> <p>Show notes with product and resource links:</p> <p><a href="http://bit.ly/HHCPod218" target="_blank">http://bit.ly/HHCPod218</a></p> <p>Receive the podcast in your email here:</p> <p><a href="http://bit.ly/2G4qvBv" target="_blank">http://bit.ly/2G4qvBv</a></p> <p>Order a copy of Elizabeth's book Just for You: a Daily Self Care Journal:</p> <p><a href="http://bit.ly/HHCjournal" target="_blank">http://bit.ly/HHCjournal</a></p> <p>For podcast sponsorship opportunities contact Elizabeth:</p> <p><a href="https://happyhealthycaregiver.com/contact-us/" target="_blank">https://happyhealthycaregiver.com/contact-us/</a></p> <p>The Happy Healthy Caregiver podcast is part of the Whole Care Network. Rate and Review the podcast:</p> <p><a href="https://bit.ly/HHCPODREVIEW" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/HHCPODREVIEW</a></p>

<p>Brian Stifel cared for his brother and continues to provide care and support for his mom. He is a corporate executive, husband, and proud father of three. In this episode of the Happy Healthy Caregiver podcast, we discuss real-life caregiver challenges, including dating while caregiving, the myth of work-life balance, online safety concerns, and finding joy in each day. Even on tough days, Brian says he can string together a few of these “hot dog moments!”</p> <p><br /></p> <p>Show notes with product and resource links:</p> <p><a href="http://bit.ly/HHCPod217" target="_blank">http://bit.ly/HHCPod217</a></p> <p>Receive the podcast in your email here:</p> <p><a href="http://bit.ly/2G4qvBv" target="_blank">http://bit.ly/2G4qvBv</a></p> <p>Order a copy of Elizabeth's book Just for You: a Daily Self Care Journal:</p> <p><a href="http://bit.ly/HHCjournal" target="_blank">http://bit.ly/HHCjournal</a></p> <p>For podcast sponsorship opportunities contact Elizabeth:</p> <p><a href="https://happyhealthycaregiver.com/contact-us/" target="_blank">https://happyhealthycaregiver.com/contact-us/</a></p> <p>The Happy Healthy Caregiver podcast is part of the Whole Care Network. Rate and Review the podcast:</p> <p><a href="https://bit.ly/HHCPODREVIEW" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/HHCPODREVIEW</a></p>

<p>Dan Contreras is a U.S. Army veteran, proud husband, and devoted caregiver to his wife, Teresa. After years of service and leadership with DAV (Disabled American Veterans)—including his role as National Commander—Dan has become a strong advocate for both caregivers and care receivers.</p> <p><br /></p> <p>Like many military spouses and family members, Dan didn’t initially see himself as a “caregiver.” That changed when, as a DAV leader, he sought to better understand the DAV’s Caregiver Support Program by completing the onboarding process. Now, he’s on a mission to raise awareness and provide resources for the 70% of veterans who are caring for loved ones.</p> <p><br /></p> <p>In this episode of the Happy Healthy Caregiver podcast, Dan shares:</p> <ul><li>The resources DAV offers to support veterans who are also caregivers</li><li>How his perspective on self-care has shifted as Teresa’s cancer journey has progressed</li><li>The creative outlets he and Teresa enjoy together, including Legos, crafts, and hobbies that bring them joy</li><li>How something as simple as a karaoke app helps him relieve stress and recharge</li></ul> <p><br /></p> <p>Show notes with product and resource links:</p> <p><a href="http://bit.ly/HHCPOD216" target="_blank">http://bit.ly/HHCPOD216</a></p> <p>Receive the podcast in your email here:</p> <p><a href="http://bit.ly/2G4qvBv" target="_blank">http://bit.ly/2G4qvBv</a></p> <p>Order a copy of Elizabeth's book Just for You: a Daily Self Care Journal:</p> <p><a href="http://bit.ly/HHCjournal" target="_blank">http://bit.ly/HHCjournal</a></p> <p>For podcast sponsorship opportunities contact Elizabeth:</p> <p><a href="https://happyhealthycaregiver.com/contact-us/" target="_blank">https://happyhealthycaregiver.com/contact-us/</a></p> <p>The Happy Healthy Caregiver podcast is part of the Whole Care Network. Rate and Review the podcast:</p> <p><a href="https://bit.ly/HHCPODREVIEW" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/HHCPODREVIEW</a></p>

<p>Kameron Browning is a resilient sandwich generation caregiver and single mom from Oklahoma who’s caring for five people besides herself. She’s navigating life between supporting her father, Jim, who lives with Alzheimer’s disease, and raising four children from toddler to teenager. Over the years, Kameron has worn many caregiving hats—remote caregiver, in-home caregiver, and support caregiver—while balancing work and family life. After experiencing caregiver burnout, she’s redefined “self-care” as simply giving her brain a chance to rest, letting go of people-pleasing, tuning out unsolicited advice, and leaning into advocacy, trust, and intuition for herself and those she loves.</p> <p><br /></p> <p>Show notes with product and resource links:</p> <p><a href="http://bit.ly/HHCPod215" target="_blank">http://bit.ly/HHCPod215</a></p> <p>Receive the podcast in your email here:</p> <p><a href="http://bit.ly/2G4qvBv" target="_blank">http://bit.ly/2G4qvBv</a></p> <p>Order a copy of Elizabeth's book Just for You: a Daily Self Care Journal:</p> <p><a href="http://bit.ly/HHCjournal" target="_blank">http://bit.ly/HHCjournal</a></p> <p>For podcast sponsorship opportunities contact Elizabeth:</p> <p><a href="https://happyhealthycaregiver.com/contact-us/" target="_blank">https://happyhealthycaregiver.com/contact-us/</a></p> <p>The Happy Healthy Caregiver podcast is part of the Whole Care Network. Rate and Review the podcast:</p> <p><a href="https://bit.ly/HHCPODREVIEW" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/HHCPODREVIEW</a></p>