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A Time to Care: The Caregivers Podcast

A Time to Care: The Caregivers Podcast

By: Isabel Melgarejo on The Whole Care Network
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I’m Isabel Melgarejo, and I was raised never to talk about the uncomfortable things in life and to put myself after everyone else’s needs (just like any other woman I know). In college, after Dad’s passing, I had to change all my beliefs. I had to talk about death, about my mom’s future, and I had to ask for a LOT of favors.

​After connecting with many caregivers when I moved to Texas and remembering one of the toughest seasons in my life, I created a program to help caregivers navigate these very uncomfortable conversations and help them through their particular journeys with their loved ones. In this podcast, I want to share advice on how to prioritize your mental health, how to have those difficult conversations, and how to talk you out of feeling guilty and overwhelmed.

Isabel Melgarejo Hygiene & Healthy Living Social Sciences
Episodes
  • No Country for Old People: The Power of Love, Laughter, and Advocacy in Elder Care with Susie Singer

    No Country for Old People: The Power of Love, Laughter, and Advocacy in Elder Care with Susie Singer
    Oct 31 2025

    In this heartfelt and eye-opening episode of A Time to Care: The Caregivers Podcast, Isabel Melgarejo talks with filmmaker, actress, and elder care advocate Susie Singer Carter. What begins as a warm, humorous conversation about Susie’s caregiving journey with her mother evolves into a powerful discussion about ageism, dementia, and the broken long-term care system.

    Susie shares how her personal experience inspired her short film My Mom and the Girl and her documentary No Country for Old People, exposing the deep issues in elder care while championing dignity, love, and laughter through the challenges of caregiving. Together, Isabel and Susie explore how compassion, humor, and advocacy can transform the way we care for our elders — and how communities can come together to create real change.
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    40 mins
  • The Calm That Comes from Being Ready with Lynn Lambrecht

    The Calm That Comes from Being Ready with Lynn Lambrecht
    Oct 24 2025

    In this insightful episode of A Time to Care: The Caregivers Podcast, host Isabel Melgarejo welcomes her friend and special guest, Lynn Lambrecht, founder of The Living Planner. Drawing from her experience in aviation emergency response and years of helping families prepare for life’s unexpected moments, Lynn shares why planning ahead is an act of love — not fear. Together, they explore how to make practical, thoughtful choices about important documents, caregiving, and end-of-life wishes, and why honest conversations today can ease tomorrow’s burdens.


    The Living Planner Social Media Accounts

    Website: https://thelivingplanner.com

    Online Courses: https://courses.thelivingplanner.com/home

    Twitter/X: @living_planner https://twitter.com/living_planner

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheLivingPlanner

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lynnlambrecht

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thelivingplanner/
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    39 mins
  • Protecting Loved Ones Beyond Numbers with Ryan Botzong

    Protecting Loved Ones Beyond Numbers with Ryan Botzong
    Oct 17 2025

    In this episode of A Time to Care: The Caregivers Podcast, Isabel Melgarejo sits down with financial advisor Ryan Botzong to explore the often-overlooked side of financial planning: managing risks, protecting loved ones, and making tough conversations easier. From life insurance and long-term care to aligning your plan with what truly matters, Ryan shares practical advice and personal insights on how to approach these challenging topics with care, clarity, and compassion. This episode is perfect for anyone looking to create a plan that protects both their family and their peace of mind.
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    31 mins
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