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FAMILY CAREGIVING TIP OF THE WEEK
March 11-13, 2010
Question: Clarissa, my mother-in-law needs a will. Is there a place to get it done for free?
Answer: Sure. If your mother-in-law is age 60 or older, there is an agency that will assist her with completing her will for free. The resource is called The Legal Counsel for the Elderly, you can reach them at (205) 328-3540. You may also want to call both the Alabama and Birmingham Bar Associations. Most elder law attorneys will charge a reasonable fee; however, many will work with you financially. Your mother-in-law definitely needs to have a will, just as we all should. Otherwise, she'll run the risk of having the family's possessions held up in probate court. Thanks for asking and have a great week!
Clarissa
February 24-27, 2010
Hello everyone! I've had such a busy week! Please be sure to tune in to "The Caregiving Doctor Show" on Heaven 610 WAGG A.M. from 2-3 P.M. on Thursday and Friday and WERC Talk Radio 105 FM at 4-5 P.M on Saturday. I am also very proud of my daughter, Destiny, she is on CBS42.com's Black History Moments 2010. For link Click Here. That's all for now.
Thanks to everyone,
Clarissa
February 18-20, 2010
I hope everyone is doing just fine! I've had a great week updating my website, adding TV footage, and talking with my family and fans on facebook! I am so thankful to have found my purpose in life. I understand that many people die with their music inside, I won't.
Friday and Saturday on the show my guest is Executive Director, Bill Voigt, of the Jefferson County Office of Senior Citizen Services. He will highlight the Area Agency on Aging's many services to over 115,000 senior citizens in Jefferson County. The show will air on both WAGG and WERC.
This week on "The Caregiving Doctor Show" on Heaven 610 WAGG A.M. from 2-3 P.M. will feature Black History Month. My guests are Myrna Carter Jackson, Clifton Casey, and Shirley Floyd. These were foot soldiers during the Civil Rights Movement. They will tell their untold story. As an African American myself, I am proud of the progress that has been made, but I believe we have many more miles to travel. If we could just learn that we are all somehow interconnected, and we have more in common than we realize. We must stop fearing what we don't understand.
I am thankful for the opportunity to play a leadership role in educating about family caregiving, for not just African-Americans, but for all people. Caregiving crosses all racial, ethnic, color, and sociological paths because if we live long enough, we will need someone to help us.
I have personally endured many struggles, always having to prove my qualifications, credentials, and experience to people of all races. I welcome the challenge because the truth does not have to defend itself. When you get to a point in your life when you are not concerned or held captive by the opinions of others, then you are best able to fly freely, because you understand that God has a plan for your life. Family caregiving is a heart issue, not a color issue. I will not buy into the "skin color" trap. I will continue to serve as long as I am breathing. That's the beauty of family caregiving.
Much love to all,
Clarissa
February 11, 2010
Hi everyone! Today I will be interviewed by ABC 33/40's Talk of Alabama television program! It is a great opportunity to educate the public about the importance of family caregiving today, especially since caregivers save the health care system around 306 billion dollars a year.
On "The Caregiving Doctor Show" my topic is divorce and caregiving. Click here to view show lineup and expert guest information.
The impact of family caregiving can take its toll on relationships, family, and the caregiver. This show will air on Heaven 610, WAGG AM radio from 2-3 PM today. You may call in to the show between 2:00 and 3:00 at (205) 741-9244. I really appreciated your support! I love family caregivers! Happy Valentine's Day!
February 4, 2010
Hello everyone! I am so excited today because on "The Caregiving Doctor Show" we will have a special guest, Beth Jerome, the Director of Development for Habitat for Humanity of Birmingham. Her organization is seeking applicants to qualify for a Habitat home! I want to really help facilitate that process! Joining me today on my show with Beth Jerome is Cindy Monk, Realtor, and Aging-in-Place Specialist to talk about how older people can help to stay in their homes. Join us at WAGG, Heaven 610 A.M., from 2-3 P.M. today! We will open the telephone lines at (205)741-9244 or you may stream us on line the web! Have a great week and remember this is Black History Month!
January 30, 2010
Greetings today! It is Saturday, and I am headed to the WERC Studio for "The Caregiving Doctor Show." My show guest today is Tamaria Penick, Marketing and Educational Coordinator of Alacare Home Health and Hospice. The show will feature Tamaria explaining the entire hospice program and services for families and patients who are terminally ill. I am looking forward to a great time with Tamaria. Log onto: alacare.com for more information. Have a great day!
Clarissa
January 28-29, 2010
Hello to everyone! Today and tomorrow on my show I am interviewing Rev. Cornell Myricks, Alcohol and Drug Treatment Center Counselor of the Zucoski Center (Pearson Hall) here in Birmingham. Cornell has over 22 years of experience in dealing with persons who are addicted to alcoholism. He is a counselor. We will be joined tomorrow by David Harkins, a former alcoholic and recovering drug addict. His contact information is: The Zucoski Outpatient Center, and the telephone number is (205) 785-5787.
You may not be aware of the fact that many caregivers are alcoholics. Those who care for the sick, terminally ill, and those with dementia are at a high risk of alcohol abuse because of the intensity of care. In fact, many caregivers are caring for relatives and aging parents who are alcoholics. This conversation should be one of great interest to may audience and we are hoping to bring great tips and information for how to get help. This show will air on WAGG Heaven 610 A.M. from 2-3 P.M. today. Keep listening!
Clarissa
January 23, 2010
Hello! Alexis Chamento is the program director for the southeast region of the Arthritis Foundation. She will be defining arthritis, it's causes, symptoms, and new treatments. She will also discuss healthy eating, exercise, and general diet recommendations. These shows will air on Heaven 610, WAGG (Call in at 205-741-9244) AM and WERC, 105 FM (888-9105-105).
January 21-22, 2010
Hello Everyone! I hope you are having a great week. I have been extremely busy with The Caregiving Doctor Show and speaking to local community groups. This week on the The Caregiving Doctor Show, my guest is Lyndsay Rutland, the public relations and marketing program coordinator of Wiregrass Hospice. She will be discussing the who, what, when, where, and why hospice is a great resource for the patient and family.
This show will be on Heaven 610 WAGG from 2:00 until 3:00 P.M. I am sure you will learn quite a bit of valuable information.
Talk with you later!
Clarissa
January 15-16, 2010
Greetings everyone! It was a great day yesterday on The Caregiving Doctor Show! My guest was Joyce McKay,LPC, CSAT (certified sex addiction therapist) and we hopefully helped a lot of people. We were able to focus on women and sex addiction. The show will air again today from 2-3 P.M., on WAGG, Heaven 610 A.M. Today my guest is Adam Calvert, LPC, of Wellspring Christian Clinic. He is an expert in dealing with sex addiction, hosting support groups, and educating others about this condition.
Adam's resources will be listed on my website. Sex addiction affects caregiving families around the world, including the religious community. Keep listening to The Caregiving Doctor Show!
Clarissa
January 14, 2010
Hello everyone! I hope all this is a wonderful year so far for all of you! If you have been listening to my show, The Caregiving Doctor Show, I hope you are learning a lot! I surely am. I have the best experts in family caregiving and elder-care issues on my show. Today my special guest is Joyce McKay, a licensed professional counselor, and our subject is: "Sexual Addiction: What everyone needs to know." We will address this from a caregiving perspective and its impact on families, relationships, older people, and care. It will be an exciting show I am sure. I am having fun and meeting great people! You will find me on facebook too! Have a great day!
Clarissa
CONGRATULATIONS CLARISSA, The Caregiving Doctor!
I am officially a columnist now with The Birmingham Times newspaper! I will appear twice a month under the column, "Health and Beauty." My column is entitled, "Just Ask The Caregiving Doctor." This is quite an honor! Hard work, passion, and dedication to your calling in life really does pay off! Thanks to the staff at Birmingham Times for making another one of my dreams come true!
January 8-9, 2010,
Hello everyone! I hope all is fine, and that caregivers are getting the necessary support that they need. I am urging caregivers to get at least 6-8 hours of sleep every night for the sake of their health.
Today on The Caregiving Doctor Show, my guest will be Sarah Evans, Public Affairs Specialist, of the Social Security Administration here in Birmingham. She has extensive experience as a former claims representative, but now conducts much public education and training on Social Security benefits. This show will be aired on Heaven 610 AM WAGG, Cox Radio Network. She will giving us updates on Social Security, and what aging parents and older people need to know about their benefits. Also, Sarah will discuss the prescription drug benefit through the Social Security Administration. I am so excited to have her! We will be taking calls. Sara Evans will also appear on my WERC show on Saturday, January 9, 2010, from 4-5 on WERC Talk Radio on 105.5.
It is so important for our older adults to stay abreast on changes in their benefits as health care bills are implemented. Her contact information is posted on my resource page. Thanks for an opportunity to provide credible information!
Clarissa
January 2, 2010,
Happy New Year! I am really looking forward to this year. I will be significantly increasing my visibility from a national perspective this year with my Caregiving Doctor brand. I am excited about my children's books, and will be holding book signings throughout the state and around the nation this year. I believe that it's time for the world to understand that caregivers are the true backbone of our health care system.
Today on The Caregiving Doctor Show, my guest is Dr. Spencer Stephens, of Stephens Pharmacy, located on highway 280. He was highly recommended by many professionals in the Birmingham area. We will be discussing: Medications and Older People: What Every Caregiver Needs to Know." This show will air on 105.5 FM, WERC Talk Radio on Saturday, January 2, 2010 from 4-5 P.M. I am so excited to build an ongoing relationship with all of my guests. You will find his contact information on my resource page. It's information you really do need to know. We will be taking callers as usual!
Best wishes in 2010,
Clarissa
December 19, 2009
Today on The Caregiving Doctor Show...we will have Dawn Stephens, Small Groups Coordinator, at The Church at Brook hills, and Bonnie Roberts, Counselor, at Wellspring Christian Counseling, to discuss holiday grief, stress, and depression. This will be aired on WERC Talk Radio on 105.5 FM from 4-5 P.M. We will be taking telephone calls at 1-888-9-105-105 from the audience to discuss this important topic especially for the holiday season. Contact information for show guests is listed under the resources section of my website. Keep listening! This will be a great show! Happy Holidays everyone!
Clarissa
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