Podcast
Caregiver Crossing
Hosted by All INdiana Podcast Network · EN
Caregiver Crossing, a radio program brought to you by Joy’s House, features experts from across the country, to provide comfort, resources and joy to caregivers. It’s a show was created just for you, the caregiver! Hosted by Tina McIntosh, Noah Taylor and Terri Stacy, Caregiver Crossing serves to embrace family caregivers of today and tomorrow.
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Episodes
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Caregivers and Community Banking with Richelle Sassatelli
1w ago00:36:08Tap to summarizeCentier Bank joins us for a thoughtful look at their new partnership with Joy’s House, including a special spa day giveaway created to celebrate and support caregivers. We talk about what community banking looks like when it is rooted in real relationships, why local support matters, and how families can feel more comfortable asking financial questions before they feel overwhelmed. We also celebrate David Attenborough’s 100th birthday and talk about Jackie Tohn’s "Boob Voyage" party ahead of her double mastectomy.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Transcribe →Senior Living Choices with Michael Kaminski
3w ago00:36:04Tap to summarizeMike Kaminski from Oasis Senior Advisors joins us for a helpful look at how families can make thoughtful care decisions when senior living options start to feel overwhelming. We talk about what an advisor does, how Mike’s own family experiences shaped his work, what families should know before touring communities, and why the right guidance can bring clarity during a stressful season. We also share details about the upcoming Death Café at Joy’s House with The Garden. Hope to see you there!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Transcribe →Talking About Death with Richard Brendan
4w ago00:36:18Tap to summarizeRev. Richard Brendan joins us for a thoughtful look at grief, gratitude, caregiving, and the conversations many families avoid until they have to have them. We talk about his years as a minister, hospice chaplain, mentor, speaker, and radio host, along with the wisdom he has gathered from sitting with people near the end of life. We also share details about the upcoming Death Café at Joy’s House with The Garden, plus accessible movie options for caregivers and aging loved ones, and a special spa day giveaway for Joy’s House families.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Transcribe →Companion Care at Home with Katie LaFever
May 300:35:34Tap to summarizeBringing support into someone’s home takes care, patience, and a deep respect for the person already living there. Katie LaFever, Director of Marketing with LifeSpan Companion Care, talks about what companion care really looks like, how their team gets to know each person beyond the daily living tasks, and why the right caregiver match can change the feel of an entire day. We also touch on the TV show Love on the Spectrum, honest communication, and the kind of clarity many of us could probably use before a first date.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Transcribe →Medical Records Access for Caregivers with Jean Ross
Apr 2600:36:00Tap to summarizeWhen a crisis hits, caregivers are often left trying to track down basic information. Jean Ross, CEO and co-founder of Primary Record, talks about why access to medical records matters, how tools like MyChart and family electronic health records support that access, and why rural communities need more attention. We also touch on Wasabia, the play at Phoenix Theatre Cultural Centre, and how it opens up real conversations around end-of-life choices and having a say in how those decisions are handled.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Transcribe →Recreation Therapy with Beth Timko
Apr 1900:35:45Tap to summarizeA deck of cards, a short walk, and a few minutes of music. Beth Timko from CarDon & Associates joins us to share how recreation therapy shows up in everyday life with older adults. She walks through what engagement really looks like, how to read what someone needs, and why simple activities can open the door to connection. We also spend time on two topics that come up more often than people expect: loneliness and addiction. What they can look like in day-to-day life, what caregivers might notice first, and where support can begin.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Transcribe →Brooke’s Place with Hilary Bercovitz and Danielle Behnke
Apr 1200:36:23Tap to summarizeGrief can be confusing at any age, especially for children. In this episode, we talk with Hilary Bercovitz and Danielle Behnke from Brooke’s Place about how kids experience and express grief, what it can look like when they don’t have the words for their feelings, and how caregivers can support them through it. We also explore how grief may show up differently in neurodivergent children, including those on the autism spectrum, and share simple, meaningful tools to help them feel seen and supported. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Transcribe →Phoenix Theatre Cultural Centre with Constance Macy
Apr 500:35:24Tap to summarizeAt the Phoenix Theatre Cultural Centre, Constance Macy, Christel DeHaan Artistic Director, shares how theatre can open the door to conversations people are not always sure how to start. We talk about Wasabia, a production that touches on dementia, end of life decisions, and medical aid in dying, and how being in a theatre setting allows people to sit with these topics in a different way. Constance also walks through how stories like this are shaped with care, what it looks like to bring audiences into something honest, and how the April 12th show continues with a live Badassery Life recording that invites people to stay, reflect, and be part of the conversation.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Transcribe →National Federation of the Blind Newsline Indiana Television Show: March 22, 2026
Apr 500:35:24Tap to summarizeAt the Phoenix Theatre Cultural Centre, Constance Macy, Christel DeHaan Artistic Director, shares how theatre can open the door to conversations people are not always sure how to start. We talk about Wasabia, a production that touches on dementia, end of life decisions, and medical aid in dying, and how being in a theatre setting allows people to sit with these topics in a different way. Constance also walks through how stories like this are shaped with care, what it looks like to bring audiences into something honest, and how the April 12th show continues with a live Badassery Life recording that invites people to stay, reflect, and be part of the conversation.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Transcribe →PrimeLife Enrichment with Sloane Thompson and Leesa Engelmann
Mar 2900:36:14Tap to summarizePrimeLife Enrichment has been part of Indianapolis for years, but what stands out is how it continues to shift with what people actually need right now. Finding something that fits your day again can take time, especially when routines start to change. Sloane and Leesa share how PrimeLife Enrichment helps caregivers and older adults get into classes, movement, and social opportunities. From lifelong learning to Memory Cafés for people living with dementia and their caregivers, they talk through what people are showing up for and why. We also share Harper’s story and the custom shoes she designed for the Iowa basketball team.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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