Life Happens podcast

Life Happens

Kim Hegwood has met and worked with people from all walks of life. As an Elder Law Attorney, she knows all too well that many families are not prepared when "life happens." This podcast will offer you insights into different subjects you may not have considered. With knowledge comes power. Tune in every Thursday as we discuss the information you will need when "Life Happens!"

Kim Hegwood has met and worked with people from all walks of life. As an Elder Law Attorney, she knows all too well that many families are not prepared when "life happens." This podcast will offer you insights into different subjects you may not have considered. With knowledge comes power. Tune in every Thursday as we discuss the information you will need when "Life Happens!"

 

#263

Caregiving with Heart: Conversations on Aging & Dementia

“If you aren't putting your care first. And it feels so, so awkward, you are putting them ... more

04 Sep 2025

23 MINS

23:29

04 Sep 2025


#262

Nourishing the Soul: Melissa Bernstein on Food, Caregiving and Purposeful Connection

Discovering Favorite Spices: "You can make a big batch of white rice and make little cups ... more

28 Aug 2025

21 MINS

21:57

28 Aug 2025


#261

Coaching Through the Fog: Dr. Cate McCarty on Navigating Dementia with Compassion and Clarity

The Power of Support and Spirituality in Caregiving: "I don't know how anyone gets through... more

21 Aug 2025

22 MINS

22:56

21 Aug 2025


#260

The Granddaughter’s Journey: Rachel Hiles on Love, Legacy, and Caregiving

Welcome to another episode of Life Happens with Kim Hegwood! In today’s heartfelt conversa... more

14 Aug 2025

22 MINS

22:56

14 Aug 2025


#259

Five Steps to a Healthier, Happier You—with Dr. David Bernstein

"I wanted to structure something that was easy, five things that I could give to my patien... more

07 Aug 2025

22 MINS

22:18

07 Aug 2025


#258

Preparing Families for A Hospital Stay

Build Your “To-Go File”: "I want you to move instead to maybe, like, a to-go file... docum... more

31 Jul 2025

23 MINS

23:57

31 Jul 2025


#257

Reminiscence- A Bridge to Dementia Care

Seeing the Person Behind Dementia: "But the nicest thing about the whole book together is ... more

24 Jul 2025

18 MINS

18:25

24 Jul 2025


#256

A Relationship Contract for Caregivers

"Don't keep secrets. And that ties into what you were just saying... we don’t want the per... more

17 Jul 2025

18 MINS

18:27

17 Jul 2025


#255

Bridging Care and Community: A Social Worker’s Role at HAPS

"I think what people with Parkinson’s also realize they need is that community. Parkinson’... more

10 Jul 2025

18 MINS

18:02

10 Jul 2025


#254

Mental Health and Aging

Title: Mental Health and AgingWelcome to another episode of Life Happens with Kim Hegwood!... more

03 Jul 2025

18 MINS

18:46

03 Jul 2025


#253

Palliative and Hospice Care- What is the difference?

The Power of Compassionate Hospice Care: "But having us be able to come in, help get them ... more

26 Jun 2025

21 MINS

21:43

26 Jun 2025


#252

From Caregiver to Advocate: A Mission to Transform the Standard of Care

The Overlap Between Infection and Mental Health: "They've got case stories of people who h... more

19 Jun 2025

26 MINS

26:20

19 Jun 2025


#251

Home Care with a Twist

It’s all about connection.“When caregivers are of the same age, they can bond over the sam... more

12 Jun 2025

13 MINS

13:48

12 Jun 2025


#250

Moving a Senior- Hire a Project Manager

The crucial details:Every move is a “special event,” Lori says, where timing, energy level... more

05 Jun 2025

17 MINS

17:08

05 Jun 2025


#249

Concierge Medical Care for Seniors

How Concierge Medicine Changes the Doctor-Patient Relationship: "As a concierge doctor, fo... more

29 May 2025

15 MINS

15:51

29 May 2025


#248

Finding Caregiving Solutions When Your Spouse Has Dementia

When Personal Safety Becomes a Concern: "As he began losing track of who I was, it would b... more

22 May 2025

20 MINS

20:24

22 May 2025


#247

The Longest Day: A Powerful Event for Alzheimer’s Awareness and Community Building

The Longest Day: "The thinking behind it was that living with Alzheimer's or caring for so... more

15 May 2025

12 MINS

12:56

15 May 2025


#246

Caring for Yourself While Caring for Your Spouse

"When the Sparkle Fades: Recognizing the Signs of Depression": "All I could say is he does... more

08 May 2025

23 MINS

23:13

08 May 2025


#245

How to Talk to Your Aging Parents about Difficult Topics

"Setting Boundaries Through Caregiving: Three Essential Questions for Clarity": "Are they ... more

01 May 2025

20 MINS

20:26

01 May 2025


#244

Navigating Family Conflicts in Dementia Care

The Hidden Impact of Social Isolation on Dementia: "The only difference I see in the famil... more

24 Apr 2025

19 MINS

19:28

24 Apr 2025


#243

Tips and Tools to Help the Dementia Caregiver

"Empowering Participation": "I mean, truthfully speaking, it's just not a great feeling to... more

17 Apr 2025

14 MINS

14:46

17 Apr 2025


#242

Caregiver Cruise- Do it for you and for the one you love

"Giving Ourselves Grace": "Look at what you're doing. You're doing all the things for some... more

10 Apr 2025

16 MINS

16:21

10 Apr 2025


#241

Early Education Provides Hope for Dementia Caregivers

"Adapting Tasks for Alzheimer's Care": "Things need to be on a good schedule, and their ta... more

03 Apr 2025

19 MINS

19:01

03 Apr 2025