The Caregiver's Journal with Lance A. Slatton & Denise M. Brown: Chapter 1 "Diagnosis Day"

All Home Care Matters

The Caregiver's Journal is the show where we are sharing the caregiving experiences, stories, and wisdom of family caregivers. Hosted by Denise Brown & Lance A. Slatton of All Home Care Matters Chapter 1 - "Diagnosis Day" In this journal entry, we welcomed Bruce McIntyre and Roberta Carson who shared their experiences from their "Diagnosis Day". Bruce McIntyre: Bruce is the author of Receiving Peace, Thrive Anyway, Parkinson Positive, Graceful Transitions and Resilient Life. He serves as the CEO of the Oklahoma Parkinson’s Alliance. Bruce shares his expert guidance and warm humor with thousands of people each year. As a caregiver for his wife since 2004, Bruce understands the world of chronic illness and caregiving. Roberta Carson: After the death of her teenage son from brain cancer, Roberta started The ZaggoCare System, a nonprofit organization, to provide information and tools to help others better manage illnesses and injuries. Zaggo enables patients and families to become empowered, engaged, effective members of their medical teams to help them receive the best care possible. With an easy-to-use guidebook and organizational tools, the unique, award-winning ZaggoCare System helps patients and families through every step of a healthcare journey. Additionally, the Zaggo blog provides practical information to help patients and family caregivers navigate the medical world. Visit: https://www.thecaregiversjournalpodcast.com