Jul 24, 2023 · 36 min
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Education
I Have Fallen and Need Some Help
Erin Thompson
A podcast that dives into helping people caring for their friends or family members that are aging and equipping them with the confidence, the tools and the support they need to define success for their current situation. We talk about in home options, financial resources available and senior living options. For more resources and more conversation a Facebook group for this podcast listeners has been created. Erin will be going live monthly to add more value to your caregiving journey. The link to the Facebook group is www.facebook.com/groups/ivefallenandneedsomehelp/
- 20 episodes
- Updated Jul 24, 2023
Episodes20
- IHJun 19, 2023 · 30 min
6 Ways to Help Afford Senior Living
Have you ever wondered how do people afford to stay in an Assisted Living community?? Guess what this podcast is for you!! I have broken down the 6 ways people afford to live long term in the senior living community. You or your loved one may be eligible for some of these benefits too! I hope you enjoy the information and share it with people that you know can use the advice. And if you have a few extra minutes write us a review. I would really appreciate it! You can connect with me at www.aspireformorewitherin.com You can join my email list here. You can schedule a call for us to connect about your caregiving journey here.
- IHMay 9, 2023 · 45 min
How to Protect Assets and Still Use Medicaid Benefits
I have always wanted to know more about how to protect assets and still be able to qualify for Medicaid benefits, in this episode, I realize it is possible for all of us! Sayge Grubbs is an Elder Law attorney that is on a mission to improve the lives of our elderly population. Not only does he help protect assets and qualify clients for Medicaid benefits, he has also created Seniorsindex.com for Alabama residents to access necessary information quickly. I am so honored to be able to interview a lawyer and gain so much knowledge and insight to share with everyone who asks. Main take-a-ways: 1. Prepare early 2. There is a trust available that will protect assets from Medicaid. Sage Legacy Counsel is a firm that specializes in this type of trust. 3. Not all trusts are created equal. Know what kind of trust you want. 4. The cost for a trust should be $1500+. If you are ever around people who are claiming they can create a trust for you for less than $1000 be very critical about their legitimacy. 5.Having a trust will avoid probate. That means peace for your family after your passing. The event Sayge Grubbs is hosting is the 3rd Annual Successful Aging Bootcamp in Montgomery, Alabama. The event will be held at Vaughn Forest Church May 19, 2023 and starts at 10am and ends at 3pm.. This event will have CEU's for social workers and nurses. All proceeds will be donated to a local charity delivering meals on wheels. You can go to seniorsindex.com to register for the event. I am a presenter, and I am excited to talk about: How to have "The Talk" with our Elderly Loved Ones and What to Expect." You can connect with me at www.aspireformorewitherin.com You can join my email list here. You can schedule a call for us to connect about your caregiving journey here.
- IHApr 27, 2023 · 29 min
What you NEED to Know about Senior Living ( Assisted Living) Part 2
You can connect with me at www.aspireformorewitherin.com You can join my email list here. You can schedule a call for us to connect about your caregiving journey here.
- IHApr 10, 2023 · 32 min
Advice from Two Licensed Assisted Living Administrators
You can connect with me at www.aspireformorewitherin.com You can join my email list here. You can schedule a call for us to connect about your caregiving journey here.
- IHMar 31, 2023 · 30 min
What you need to know about Senior Living Pt. 1
This episode is a very basic introduction into what senior living is and the types of communities in the senior living industry. I will be diving into many more topics inside the senior living industry in later episodes, but I wanted to get the basic understanding a definitions discussed first. My wish is that you contact me and let me know what questions you would love answered on the following podcasts where I dive into how to talk to your loved ones about senior living, how to identify a good and great community, ways to pay for senior living and the pros and cons. You can connect with me at www.aspireformorewitherin.com You can join my email list here. You can schedule a call for us to connect about your caregiving journey here.
- IHFeb 18, 2023 · 35 min
How do I Know When my Love One needs More Help...Here are some clues
Here is a popular question,: How do I know when my loved one needs some help? That is what this episode is all about. I have been really interested in vulnerability, shame and courage recently and I have found some really great tactics you can use to know when to step in . Also, how to use vulnerability in your favor, how to identify when it is hurting you and how much vulnerability plays a role in every relationship we have. It is a great episode that I hope adds value to your life and your relationship with your loved one. You can connect with me at www.aspireformorewitherin.com You can join my email list here. You can schedule a call for us to connect about your caregiving journey here.
- IHFeb 4, 2023 · 32 min
What you need to know (Basic) about Insurance for your elderly loved one
Did you know that your elderly loved one can change their insurance every year? Do you know they could fall prey to commercials that could make them believe changing insurances is the right thing to do? Listen to this podcast episode that explains all the insurances you need to know about for an elderly loved one. I go over basic information about Medicare, Medicaid and supplemental plans. I also go over some tips for long term care insurance and how to ensure you get the benefit you have paid into for so many years. I hope this episode give you the guidance you may need to protect your loved one's insurance coverage and a little more guidance with all insurance options for elderly people. You can connect with me at www.aspireformorewitherin.com You can join my email list here. You can schedule a call for us to connect about your caregiving journey here.
- IHJan 20, 2023 · 26 min
Do you know where these documents are
During this episode I am walking you through a more detailed reason as to why you need to know where the most important documents are located at the start of your caregiving journey. Knowledge is power in all areas of our life and when you have the knowledge and you can implement what you know, peace and security will follow. And in our caregiving journey peace is an excellent travelling partner. I hope you enjoy and please reach out if you have any questions. Aspire for More with Erin You can connect with me at www.aspireformorewitherin.com You can join my email list here. You can schedule a call for us to connect about your caregiving journey here.
- IHJan 4, 2023 · 19 min
Tips for a Loved One in the Hospital
Do you have a loved one in the hospital? Have you had a loved one in the hospital that the experience was not as good as could have been? I have put together a few tips that I have found helpful over the last few years of my career inside the senior living industry. Here are a few topics we cover: 1. Know when the doctor rounds 2. Get to know your nurses and communicate your loved ones needs and how to best care for them. Make it personal. 3. Understand that not all nurses are trained to care for people with dementia. 4. Communicate with your case managers and social workers early one and explain current living situations and plans for the future if a move is required for their safety needs. If you would like to reach me to help you with your caregiving journey then you can schedule a call with me and we can talk about your loved one and how to ensure you know everything you need to know! If you would like to join my email list with tips for caregiving and other motivational topics join here. Our Facebook Group page for additional community support is www.facebook.com/groups/ivefallenandneedsomehelp/ You can connect with me at www.aspireformorewitherin.com You can join my email list here. You can schedule a call for us to connect about your caregiving journey here.
- IHDec 21, 2022 · 12 min
The Physical Connection Episode
You and I know that every person has a desire for a physical connection. This desire does not go away as we age for some if not a lot of people. When someone pays attention to another person, especially when it is unexpected, life changes and it can get exciting again. Living in an assisted living community opens the door to new friendships and possibilities that do not exist if your loved one is living alone. There is also a downside to this need of connection that needs to be understood. The internet can trap people and manipulate those that are niave and lonely. This episode dives into funny situations I found myself in trying to navigate my resident's need for ( a mature and professional way of putting it ) physical connection! I have created the Aspire for More with Erin company to be a resource for families needing guidance, inspiration or a hand to hold. I can help jumpstart any conversation with any family member regarding the next step and help determine what that next step should be. I have helped 1000's of families navigate the caregiving journey and it has been the joy of my life! To schedule a conversation with Erin Join the newsletter You can connect with me at www.aspireformorewitherin.com You can join my email list here. You can schedule a call for us to connect about your caregiving journey here.
- IHDec 15, 2022 · 23 min
Wisdom in the Gray Area
Most of the time in life when we reflect, we see that we could have changed our reaction or our approach in the gray area of the situation. This concept is no different in caregiving. When our loved one struggles with fitting in with social norms how we approach the situation is important. When our loved one is exhibiting behaviors that can lead to frustration, how we approach the situation is important. You have choices and I explain the reasoning behind your options and give you examples of the good and the bad. The link below is to join our email newsletter: Join the email newsletter The link below is to join our Facebook group for more support. Join the Facebook group You can connect with me at www.aspireformorewitherin.com You can join my email list here. You can schedule a call for us to connect about your caregiving journey here.
- IHDec 7, 2022 · 39 min
The Episode about Fear, Rejection and Acceptance
I am the most vulnerable I have been regarding my personal and professional journey in the caregiving space. In this episode we discuss the choices we make when we allow fear to keep us stuck in patterns that do not serve us and what happens when we move forward anyway. When we learn to accept the things we cannot control and accept embracing the unknown true peace can follow. I dive into my own journey with letting go of my own definitions of failure and reframing the idea of failure to "most Improved". Most improved allows us to keep moving forward and learning from our mistakes. Once you give yourself grace to make mistakes, learn and implement you are on the path to success. Set aside some time for you to learn from me, how to slowly start redefining failure to serve you and your loved ones better. The Facebook Group Link for additional support is below. www.facebook.com/groups/ivefallenandneedsomehelp/ You can connect with me at www.aspireformorewitherin.com You can join my email list here. You can schedule a call for us to connect about your caregiving journey here.
- IHNov 30, 2022 · 39 min
How to Make the Tough Decisions
Have you ever wanted some free proactive advice? Are you in the thick of the hard times caring for your elderly loved one or a loved one that may not be elderly. In this episode I am giving you real life examples of decisions I have helped families navigate and help you navigate your tough decisions too. It is important to find your support system and I encourage you to protect your peace by allowing healthy contributors in to the conversation that can bring in perspective and life experiences that you may not have had to experience yet. But I also encourage you to keep the unhealthy contributors out of the conversation so you can reduce the amount of stress you have to wade through in emotionally difficult times. When you are forced to make the hard decisions regarding someone else's healthcare do what it takes to find clarity and only focus one step at a time to avoid anxiety and panic. Focusing on the controllables and taking all decisions one at a time will allow you peace of mind. You can connect with me at www.aspireformorewitherin.com You can join my email list here. You can schedule a call for us to connect about your caregiving journey here.
- IHNov 16, 2022 · 37 min
Things I have learned focusing on Life in Reverse
Today's podcast episode dives into my reality of focusing on life in reverse. I never knew how impacted my life was by focusing on life in reverse. In many ways I consider living life in reverse a great blessing, but it can be strange when my point of view is not the mainstream of my peers. But uniqueness and authenticity is a badge of honor and certainly a way to stand out! (so I tell myself) Some of the biggest lessons I learned are: 1. Financial, you don't have to have made a lot of money to be able to afford Assisted Living. You just have to have lived below your means 2.How we raise our children or how much we loved them doesn't mean they will be excellent caregivers, because not everyone has the skill of caregiving. 3. Boys can be excellent caregivers of their elderly parents, despite what popular opinion is. 4.How you treat your children's spouses is important. 5.The need for connection never goes away 6. Bingo is popular because it is a way for expression of the competitive nature. 7. All insurance is not created equal and should be studied through the lens of pay now or pay later. This includes long term care insurance and Medicare insurance. The link for the Facebook group page is below. I look forward to seeing you there. www.facebook.com/groups/ivefallenandneedsomehelp/ You can connect with me at www.aspireformorewitherin.com You can join my email list here. You can schedule a call for us to connect about your caregiving journey here.
- IHNov 9, 2022 · 18 min
The Power of Patterns
This episode dives into the power of patterns. The patterns we pay attention too can help us define the path we want to take for our lives. The power of patterns can also help us identify the areas we need to change in our life in order to achieve the goals we want to achieve, As a caregiver, the patterns we identify can guide us to a better transition of care for our loved ones, identify struggles in our loved ones that are new or we see them differently and through identifying the patterns we can get the care our loved one needs. The power of patterns can change the direction in our lives that will allow us peace and the clarity we desire if we: 1. Identify the pattern 2. Us the patterns to our/our loved ones best interest 3. Create patterns that propel us to where we want to be There is a Facebook Group to support this podcast that allows direct access for questions, feedback and suggestions for future podcasts. The link is below. www.facebook.com/groups/ivefallenandneedsomehelp/ You can connect with me at www.aspireformorewitherin.com You can join my email list here. You can schedule a call for us to connect about your caregiving journey here.
- IHNov 9, 2022 · 7 min
A Bonus Episode with Words of Encouragement
You can connect with me at www.aspireformorewitherin.com You can join my email list here. You can schedule a call for us to connect about your caregiving journey here.
- IHNov 1, 2022 · 48 min
Introduction to the Host
This episode is all about the beginning of Erin's career and what led her to the Assisted Living industry. Erin explains the caregiving relationship in her family and what led to a shift of focus during her Executive Director career. A Facebook group has been created to further the discussion and allow added support to those subscribers who are interested. There will be Facebook lives to allow question and answer sessions and live sessions to give you the encouragement just to keep going doing your best! The link is below. www.facebook.com/groups/ivefallenandneedsomehelp/ You can connect with me at www.aspireformorewitherin.com You can join my email list here. You can schedule a call for us to connect about your caregiving journey here.
- IHNov 1, 2022 · 31 min
The Leading during Covid Episode
In this episode, Erin discusses the 2020 era of Covid. She explains her fears and how she overcame them in order to serve her associates, the residents and their families. It is a lesson we all can learn, we can do hard things and who we become on the other side is worth the work. A Facebook Group has been created for you to join to allow the discussion to go further and an opportunity for questions to be answered. The Facebook group name is the same name as this podcast the link is below. www.facebook.com/groups/ivefallenandneedsomehelp/ You can connect with me at www.aspireformorewitherin.com You can join my email list here. You can schedule a call for us to connect about your caregiving journey here.
- IHOct 17, 2022 · 1 min
Trailer
This is a trailer for the I've Fallen and I need some help podcast where dive into all the things caring for our elderly. I am a 20 year veteran in the senior living space and my goal is to equip you with the confidence, knowledge and confidence you need in order to know what success looks like in your current situation. You can connect with me at www.aspireformorewitherin.com You can join my email list here. You can schedule a call for us to connect about your caregiving journey here.