Restoring Independence: The Power of In-Home and Community-Based Rehab

When a health crisis hits—like a stroke, a fall, or a surgery—the road to recovery can feel like an uphill battle. But what if the best care didn't require a long stay in a cold, clinical setting? In this episode of Navigating Eldercare, host Laura Daniels sits down with Tiffany Gold, occupational…

Navigating the Memory Care Placement Journey

In this deeply moving episode of Navigating Eldercare, host Laura Daniels sits down with Erin, the daughter of a longtime client, to explore the emotional and practical complexities of the placement journey. After nearly a decade of navigating her mother Pat’s Alzheimer’s diagnosis—including years…

Finding Clarity in the Chaos: Identifying the Signs Your Loved One Needs Care

Navigating the healthcare system and elder care transitions can feel overwhelming, especially when a crisis strikes. In this episode of Navigating Eldercare, host Laura Daniels, RN and founder of Care Advocates, discusses how to identify the three key indicators that it’s time to seek professional …

Understanding In-Home Care: A Guide to Supporting Seniors at Home

In this episode of Navigating Eldercare, host Laura Daniels sits down with Arthur Pike, founder of River City Home Care, to demystify the world of in-home care services. With nearly 20 years of experience in San Antonio, Arthur explains the critical differences between in-home care and home health,…

You don't know what you don't know

In this episode of Navigating Eldercare, host Laura Daniels sits down with Esther Pipoly, the founder of Loss of Life Advocates (LOLA). Esther shares her deeply personal journey of losing both her father and husband in the same year, which inspired her to create a service that "triages" the chaos o…

What is Hospice Care?

Here is a podcast episode description based on your transcript, formatted for platforms like Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or a website. Episode Title: Understanding Hospice: Quality of Life When It Matters MostEpisode Summary Many families fear the word "hospice," often associating it with giving up.…

Understanding Palliative Care: Comfort, Support, and Quality of Life

Navigating Eldercare: Understanding Palliative Care — It's Not What You Think! Episode Summary: Are you or a loved one navigating a serious illness? Join elder care advocate Laura Daniels as she sits down with Monica Trust, CEO of Guiding Light Hospice, to demystify Palliative Care. Too often, f…

Hospital Discharge Checklist: Your Essential Roadmap for a Safe Recovery

Discharge from the hospital or a rehabilitation stay can be scary, confusing, and overwhelming. Things move fast, and lack of preparation can lead to unsafe outcomes. Join Elder Care Advocate Laura Daniels, RN, as she provides an essential discharge planning checklist and walks you through every s…

Navigating the Skilled Nursing Facility Journey: A Case Manager's Perspective

In this episode of Navigating Eldercare, host Laura Daniels welcomes Naeemah Marquez, a Licensed Master Social Worker and the Vice President of Care Transitions for Ignite Medical Resorts. Naeemah shares her expertise on the intricate world of skilled nursing facilities (SNFs) and post-acute care. …

Finding Quality Care at a Skilled Nursing Facility with Roxanne Burgener

Join host Laura Daniels, founder of Care Advocates, as she welcomes Roxanne Burgener, a Licensed Nursing Facility Administrator at The Estates at Shavano Park. This episode provides essential guidance on one of the most critical steps in the elder care journey: the transition from hospital to a sho…