Best Caregiver Appreciation Podcasts (2024)

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22| Beckie Langston and Smoky Mountain Pregnancy Care Center 34:39

8M ago34:39

34:39

In episode 22, Beckie Langston joins us to discuss and promote the Smoky Mountain Pregnancy Care Center. In this episode, we discussed some of the history and challenges facing young ladies in and around our community. We also talk about the importance of churches and how pastors can make a difference through some of their verbiage and provide oppo…

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21 | LaTasha Queen and Heritage Christian Academy 38:12

9M ago38:12

38:12

In episode 21, LaTasha Queen joins us for the first episode of Light1031 in 2024. This episode will cover Heritage Christian Academy. We discussed some exciting aspects of the school, including its history and current status. LaTasha also addresses some misconceptions about the school. Eventually, we end our talk with how you, the listener, can be …

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20 | 2023 Year in Review with Ruthie Salter 36:57

10M ago36:57

36:57

In episode 20, Ruthie Salter joins us at the one-year recording of Light1031. This episode will cover the 2023 year in review. We look back and think about all the wonderful things God has done in and through the podcast and Lighthouse church. We also discuss some of our favorites and what we look forward to in the coming year. Thanks for listening…

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19 | "Ask Pastor Mark" about Pastor Appreciation with Taylor Rogers 31:29

10M ago31:29

31:29

In episode 19, Taylor Rogers (Pastor Mark's daughter) joins us and takes over the hosting duties because Pastor Mark is the interview chair. This is a version of our "Ask Pastor Mark Series." This episode generally talks about Pastor Appreciation Month (typically October). Still, we try to give specific examples of what we can do for our pastor. Th…

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18 | Brandy Underwood - Post Tragedy and Found Hope 34:34

1y ago34:34

34:34

In episode 18, we talk to Brandy and Aniston Underwood. Emerie is also in the recording and shares a quick "hi" towards the beginning. This family is about one year after the tragedy of Aniston and Emerie losing their father to suicide. However, they share what it is like to deal with grief, leaning on one another, and finding hope in Jesus. We hop…

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17 | Amanda Martinsen from WMU of North Carolina 29:47

1y ago29:47

29:47

In episode 17, we talk to Amanda Martinsen. Amanda discusses some perspectives on Womans Missionary Union (we often will refer to it as WMU) from more of a state level. In the podcast, we discuss some of the worries, concerns, and exciting things happening for WMU. We are thankful to have Amanda as a guest on the Light1031 podcast. She graciously r…

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16 | Sherry and Bill Cabe - Tragedy to Hope 35:11

1y ago35:11

35:11

In episode 16, we talk to Bill and Sherry Cabe. They discuss the life of their son, Lyle, and the tragedy of his overdose. However, Sherry and Bill's story does not end. Instead of choosing to do nothing, they (after much prayer) decide to be part of a solution of hope. They decided to get behind International Overdose Awareness Day and other local…

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15 | Pam Markford - Being a Caregiver 33:15

1y ago33:15

33:15

In episode 15, we talk to Pam Markford. Pam shares a unique side of any medical issue: being a caregiver. It takes a lot of people to help someone get through any medical problem. Often there is a primary caregiver, and in this instance, Pam shares some of her story. Pam and Bob have been very open in sharing their story, and we thank them for bein…

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14 | Shondra Collini and her experience with Breast Cancer 22:49

1+ y ago22:49

22:49

In episode 14, we talk to Shondra Collini. Shondra shares a personal story of her breast cancer diagnosis, treatment, and life after reconstruction. Because of the subject matter, it was appropriate to have Ruthie Salter as a co-host for this episode to cover some topics. We hope that you hear the personal side of Shondra's cancer story and its eff…

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13 | Christian Teacher in a Public School with Katie Quiring and Cristy Rogers 47:00

1+ y ago47:00

47:00

In episode 13, we talk to Katie Quiring and Cristy Rogers. Both are public school teachers and members of Lighthouse. What is it to be a Christian and a public school teacher? Most of us don't think much about this profession unless our children are in school or someone in our family is a teacher. What does it mean to be a teacher? What are some of…

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12 | Bob Markford and his cancer journey 26:10

1+ y ago26:10

26:10

In episode 12, we talk to Bob Markford. Bob shares his life over the past year, including a cancer diagnosis. We spoke to Bob specifically about what got him through the treatment and (at this recording) the recovery process. As a quick note, Bob does an excellent job trying to say "thank you" to the many people involved in his journey over the pas…

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11 | "Ask Pastor Mark" about the Next Generation with Taylor Rogers 28:20

1+ y ago28:20

28:20

In episode 11, Taylor Rogers (Pastor Mark's daughter) joins us and takes over the hosting duties because Pastor Mark is the interview chair. Pastor Mark will try to answer questions in a new "Ask Pastor Mark Series." In this episode, we talk specifically about the upcoming generation, which is around Taylor's age. What frustrations, challenges, and…

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10| Jodi Tollie on Stepping out in Faith 25:55

1+ y ago25:55

25:55

In episode 10, we talk to Jodi Tollie. Jodi shares with us about stepping out in faith to lead/teach something brand new to her. Causing her to answer the question, "Why not you?" Often in our Christian walk, we get caught in the world of waiting for someone else to lead or teach when the Holy Spirit is leading in our hearts, and we need to answer.…

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9 | Tracy Salter and WMU 21:11

1+ y ago21:11

21:11

In episode 9, we talk to Tracy Salter. Tracy discusses the change in the local Womans Missionary Union (we often will refer to it as WMU) at Lighthouse and in the Western North Carolina region. We talk about positives, changes, and how today's WMU is much more than some of our ideas of the program. Thanks for listening! Join us at lighthousesylva.c…

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8 | Isaac Brooks and Revitalization 30:09

1+ y ago30:09

30:09

In episode 8, we talk to Isaac Brooks. Isaac discusses the importance of revitalization from the perspective of leading and pastoring Cove Creek. Additionally, we take on the aspect that his leadership is coming from being 21 years old. As you listen, it is not "What can we learn, or how can we pay attention?" We hope you will hear Isaac's plea for…

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7 | Cristy Rogers on coming to Lighthouse with Pastor Mark 35:24

1+ y ago35:24

35:24

On episode 7 of Light1031, Cristy Rogers (Pastor Mark's wife) joins the podcast to discuss her experience of moving ministries and arriving at Lighthouse. In this episode, we will cover topics such as: Discuss: We're done vs. You were done. What does it mean to wonder and not know? How does the worry about kids through this time of moving? How did …

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6 | MaKellyn Mathis - Deep Impact and Deep Impact Kids 26:39

1+ y ago26:39

26:39

MaKellyn Mathis joins us for episode 6. She helps introduce us to North Carolina Baptist on Missions camps Deep Impact and Deep Impact Kids. Some of the questions and topics discussed in this episode include: What is Deep Impact? How would you explain this experience? How do we explain the benefit of Deep Impact and Deep Impact kids to a person or …

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5 | Karen Johnson of United Christian Ministries 21:28

1+ y ago21:28

21:28

Karen Johnson is the Executive Director of United Christian Ministries. She is joining us for episode 5 to tell us more about UCM (our term for United Christian Ministries) and the impact this ministry is having on the families of Jackson County. As well as how the ministry is growing, thriving, and changing. This is part 2 of 2 episodes dedicated …

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4 | Joyce Pope of United Christian Ministries 34:26

1+ y ago34:26

34:26

Joyce Pope is the Director of Outreach at United Christian Ministries. She is joining us for episode 4 to tell us more about UCM(our term for United Christian Ministries) and the impact this ministry has on Jackson County. As well as opportunities on how to give time, talent, and gifts. This is part 1 of 2 episodes dedicated to UCM and its impact o…

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3 |Lee Lillard and Food Box Ministry of Cullowhee Valley Baptist Church 25:59

1+ y ago25:59

25:59

Starting as a result of Covid, this ministry, with no budget, begins to take off in ways to help provide people with food. In this episode, we take a different approach and begin talking about a great ministry in Jackson County, NC that began with meeting a simple need. Almost three years later, the ministry is going strong in multiple locations. Y…

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2 |What Questions and Pastor Mark's story of coming to Lighthouse 29:24

2y ago29:24

29:24

Another great set of questions to ask can be "what" questions. "What is behind the name Light1031?" Or, "what should a listener expect?" We try to give you a glimpse of what to expect by sharing some of the stories of Pastor Mark and coming to Lighthouse, the blessings of God, and some of the patience that was needed. We ask you to join Mark Rogers…

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1 |Some of the "Why" questions of Light1031 21:35

2y ago21:35

21:35

A great question to ask is, "Why would anyone, including a church, want to get into the podcast area this late in the game?" Some may wonder if this will be another pastor placing their sermon in podcast form. We ask you to join Mark Rogers and his guest host Ruthie Salter as they take the time to answer some of the questions that typically go into…

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Episode 42: Denise Brown 21:39

2y ago21:39

21:39

Today I am joined by Denise Brown, a writer in Chicago and from her own story of supporting family caregivers is now developing training (The Certified Caregiving Consultant) for professional carers to support unpaid caregivers called. The Certified Caregiving Consultant training turns former family caregivers into life coaches and care consultants…

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Episode 41: Richard Bates 31:22

2y ago31:22

31:22

Today I am joined by Richard Bates. Richard is a publisher and was thrown into his own caregiving story as his father became increasingly taken by dementia. He documented his own experiences during that time and discovered that so many others had interesting and uplifting stories to tell that were not all about emptying commodes, as the cover might…

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Episode 40: Mike Michel 25:37

2y ago25:37

25:37

In today's episode I am joined by Mike Michel, the founder of the CareTrainr App; If you care for an aging loved one, the CareTrainr app makes it easy to maintain a care routine and quickly onboard new help. Given the high turnover in the homecare industry. Mike's goal is to resolve the shortage of healthcare workers, Reduce hospital readmission, e…

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Episode 39: Lynne Stukart 19:29

2y ago19:29

19:29

Today I am joined by Lynne Stukart. Lynne Stukart is an Award-winning Musician, Sound Healing Practitioner, Educator and Coach who blends a professional music career with transformational sound healing, breathwork and sound meditation. Lynne is deeply dedicated to sharing the many health benefits and healing capabilities of sound. She helps people …

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Episode 38: Nikki Nurse 33:19

2+ y ago33:19

33:19

Today I am joined by Nikki Nurse. Nikki was 28 when she became the full time caregiver to her mum, who at 58 was diagnosed with dementia. Nikki's experience as a creative in the fashion industry helped her think outside the box when it came to helping her mum still feel independent and engaged in life. Instagram: @alogcabininbrooklyn Facebook: @ALo…

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Episode 37: Carroll Golden 23:47

2+ y ago23:47

23:47

Today I am joined by Carroll Golden. When Carroll saw and lived through the discord between her husband's family over money and the care needed for their mother, she knew from her background as a financial planner that she had to do something about it. Read her book "How Not To Tear Your Family Apart" LinkedIn: @carrollgolden Website: https://www.t…

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Episode 36: Eunice Ray 31:53

2+ y ago31:53

31:53

Today I am joined by Eunice Ray from Louisville, Kentucky. She is a publisher, writer and the owner of a network marketing business with a health & wellness brand called Arbonne. Eunice shares her caregiving story about her husband, in July 2020, after a 10 year struggle with neurological decline, succumbed to his combat related injuries sustained …

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Episode 35: Tara McDonald 29:18

2+ y ago29:18

29:18

Today I am joined by Tara McDonald from Melbourne, Australia. Tara shares her story about her Dad, Jim who was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease 6 years ago and gives her advise. She represents and support people just like her, who care for their parents and children simultaneously while trying to have their own life somewhere in between. You can …

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Episode 34: Antriece Hart 30:29

2+ y ago30:29

30:29

Today I am joined by Antriece Hart. She's an award-winning sales leader, who coaches on global leadership and is a motivational speaker. Antriece looks after her mum who has been living with Alzheimers for the past 10 years, since her diagnosis at the age of 65. She has so much love for her mum and has discovered the art of redirection when her mum…

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Episode 33: Nathalie de Vazeille 27:50

2+ y ago27:50

27:50

Today I am joined by Nathalie de Vazeille. She is committed to helping in the Care of Seniors and works for StackCare in VP Marketing and Business Development. StackCare is a very interesting system to help monitor the movements of people who need care but are still somewhat independent and help the family care givers keep in touch with what's goin…

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Episode 32: Whitney Stohr 23:46

2+ y ago23:46

23:46

Today I am joined by Whitney Stohr. Whitney and her husband are parents to four-year-old Malachi who was born with Spina Bifida. Since his birth, he as been in and out of hospital with secondary issues, including water on the brain, a congenital heart defect and breathing difficulties. Yet Whitney remains upbeat about all that has happened in her l…

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Episode 31: Roz Clark 35:08

2+ y ago35:08

35:08

Today I am joined by Roz Clark a transformational strategies coach who has helped to transformed the lives and careers of television personalities, business owners, non-profit leaders, and international performing artists as well as Special Needs Mums. Roz is Mum and caregiver to David Emanuel who was diagnosed with autism after having his first se…

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Episode 30: Amy Jordan 32:08

2+ y ago32:08

32:08

In today's podcast I am joined by Amy Jordan, a multi- award winning author, speaker, coach and choreographer. Her work is focused on Transforming Trauma to Triumph. The mission of her movement is motivating and inspiring others to overcome ANY adversity. She tells everyone she meets, 'Please Dance Because You Can.' As a coach Amy supports clients …

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Episode 29: Ashley Jackson-Thompson 24:15

2+ y ago24:15

24:15

Today I am joined by wife, caregiver, author, event planner and motivational speaker, Ashley Jackson-Thompson. She is a caregiver for her Husband, he had a rare type of cancer with a 35% survival rate. In March of 2020, he was pronounced cancer free! Whilst Ashley was helping her husband go through his treatments, she was also planning their weddin…

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Episode 28: Rebbitzin Bat-Chen Grossman 31:33

2+ y ago31:33

31:33

Today I am joined by Rebbitzin Bat-Chen Grossman from Israel. Bat-Chen is married to a Rabbi and has 7 children. She's a God-centred marriage coach for women. We speak about the impact of becoming a caregiver to a family member can have on a marriage and she offers advice on how to deal with that. Bat-Chen has a free online retreat coming up: conne…

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Episode 27: Alyx Steele 27:40

2+ y ago27:40

27:40

Today I am joined by Choreographer, Alyx Steele. Alyx shares her story and advise about being a caregiver from a young age to her mum who is blind and has paranoid schizophrenia. She expresses the importance of reaching out for support and that you're not alone. You can also follow Alyx on social media: Instagram: @alyxsteele Thank you for listenin…

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Episode 26: Jessica Lizel Cannon 32:15

3y ago32:15

32:15

In today's episode I am joined by Jessica Lizel Cannon from, Austin, Texas. Jessica stepped into the role as a part-time caregiver for her mother in 2009 who has bipolar Manic-Depressive disorder and mixed Dementia. Jessica then transitioned into full-time caregiver by 2016, this provided Jessica with a whole new perspective on selfcare, self-compa…

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Episode 25: Sally Tabbner 26:02

3y ago26:02

26:02

Today I am joined by Sally Tabbner. Sally is the CEO of a UK Charity called Dementia Support. They provide information, advise and care to Dementia suffers and their families. Sally has personal family experience of dementia and recognises how important overall dementia support is for both the person living with dementia as well as their family and…

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Episode 24: Linda Plant 24:11

3y ago24:11

24:11

Today I am joined by Linda Plant. Linda is a pioneer female business leader and is the no nonsense interviewer over 5 seasons of BBC’s The Apprentice’s final five candidates, Linda scrutinises in detail and advises Lord Alan Sugar on candidate’s Business Plans, their credibility and flaws. In addition to that and so much more she is also a caregive…

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Episode 23: Mary Daniels 24:03

3y ago24:03

24:03

Today I am joined by Mary Daniels. When Mary's Husband was diagnosed with Alzheimers at the age of 58 she could no longer go visit him in his facility when Covid struck. Mary realised that the people who worked there could visit those who lived there, so she ended up taking a job in the kitchens just so she could visit him. From that experience, sh…

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Episode 22: Meriam Boldewij 24:02

3y ago24:02

24:02

Today I am joined by Meriam Boldewijn from the Netherlands. Meriam is a caregiver for her husband and brother. When Meriam started struggling with unwanted feelings, she searched for a practical and simple system that could be implemented in her daily life to revitalise her own energy, be able to breathe, stop feeling guilty when doing self-care. M…

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Episode 21: Isabelle Stephenson 34:12

3y ago34:12

34:12

In today's episode I am joined by Isabelle Stephenson, a certified life coach and a mother of six teen and young adult children. Isabelle lives in Florida but grew up in Germany. She was a caregiver to her father who was situated in Germany at the time whilst she was in America. You can find Isabelle on Facebook and her Website. Download Isabelle's…

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Episode 20: Jennifer Hillary 11:57

3y ago11:57

11:57

In today's episode I am joined by Jennifer Hillary from Wisconsin, USA. Jennifer has been a caregiver for her mother who has Scoliosis. You can follow Jennifer on Instagram: @enhancingourharvest Thank you for listening. If you found value from this episode, don't forget to leave a 5* review, take a screenshot and tag me and Jennifer on Instagram @r…

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Episode 19: Madeleine Wober (AKA Maddie Sparkles) 23:42

3y ago23:42

23:42

Today I am joined by Madeleine Wober AKA Maddie Sparkles. Maddie is an intuitive healer, transformational empowerment coach, inspirational poet and a professional angel and oracle card reader. She combines all of these things to help people connect with their angels, release their fears and step into their power so they can live a truly magical lif…

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Episode 18: Anna Cantor 31:37

3y ago31:37

31:37

In today's episode I am joined by Anna Cantor. When Anna's mother was diagnosed with dementia and early-onset Alzheimer's, she did not know how much it would change her life. At just 26 years old Anna became her full-time caregiver. Anna is now a Certified Dementia Consultant and Life Coach, she guides individuals and families to pursue a better un…

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Episode 17: Karla Hult 16:25

3y ago16:25

16:25

In this episode I am joined by Karla Hult an NBC affiliate in Minneapolis and a fierce fighter against Alzheimers. In 2010 her Father was diagnosed with Alzheimer's, Karla describes her Dad as her foundation her rock and her role model. Karla is the founder of So Many Goodbyes and offers mentorships to families currently on the course of this cruel…

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Episode 16: Kyle Ruffin 11:35

3y ago11:35

11:35

In today's episode I am joined by Kyle Ruffin. Kyle's life took an unexpected turn when her mother suffered the first of three strokes, she became full time caregiver for her mother, who’s condition dramatically changed both of their lives. You can follow Kyle on Instagram: @mycaregiverstory, Facebook: @mycaregiverstory and her Website: mycaregiver…

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Episode 15: Marnie LaFrance 14:16

3y ago14:16

14:16

Today I am joined by ‘The Perfectly Imperfect Coach’ Marnie LaFrance from Ottawa, Canada. She talks all about her experience being a caregiver for her mum who has early stage Dementia which was triggered from strokes. Marnie’s ultimate goal is to help women live a life of love, confidence and authenticity. She is also the founder of The WELL Collec…

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