Carer Conversations

By: The Benevolent Society
  • Summary

  • Listen to interviews with experts and carers who share specialised information and inspiring stories about the caring role. Carer Conversations by The Benevolent Society, in association with Carer Gateway, is a podcast hosted by Patty Kikos to empower and inform carers across Australia.
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Episodes
  • The Best Ways To Have A Healthy Happy Brain
    Apr 29 2025

    Patty Kikos interviews Rose Rowlson, a health and wellness advocate, a dementia educator and a clinical counselling consultant and trainer. She's a carer herself, and has worked in the community, as a consultant for nearly 20 years. She services a number of aged care facilities, providing training to staff, counselling for residents and families and grief counselling.

    GUEST – ROSE ROWLSON

    Rose Rowlson - https://www.roserowlson.com.au/

    SOCIAL MEDIA:

    Follow The Benevolent Society on Instagram

    Follow Carer Gateway on Facebook

    Follow The Benevolent Society on Facebook

    CREDITS:

    Host – Patty Kikos

    Producers – Patty Kikos and John Hresc

    Sound Engineer – John Hresc

    GET IN TOUCH:

    Carer Gateway is proud to offer emotional and practical services and support for carers with the aim of making your life easier.

    You can call us on 1800 422 737 to find out more about peer support groups, counselling, coaching, online skills courses, tailored support packages, emergency respite, other government supports, as well as tips and information, or visit our online home at www.carergateway.gov.au

    Got some questions or thoughts for Patty or the team? Email us at cgconnections@benevolent.org.au and put ‘Attention Patty’ in the subject line.


    ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS:

    The Benevolent Society acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.

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    33 mins
  • Understanding Neurodivergence, Trauma & Self Regulation Through Different Decades
    Mar 30 2025

    Join Patty Kikos as she delves into the inspiring journey of Louise, who stepped into the role of a young carer at just 13, navigating the challenges of her mother's grief and her brother's sorrow. Louise's story doesn't end there; she later became a devoted carer to her two wonderfully unique neurodivergent children. Now, as a compassionate counselor, Louise empowers other carers, sharing invaluable techniques to help them self-regulate and heal from their own traumas. This interview is a testament to resilience, love, and the power of support.

    GUEST:

    Louise Davis - www.carergateway.gov.au

    SOCIAL MEDIA:

    Follow The Benevolent Society on Instagram

    Follow Carer Gateway on Facebook

    Follow The Benevolent Society on Facebook

    CREDITS:

    Host – Patty Kikos

    Producers – Patty Kikos and John Hresc

    Sound Engineer – John Hresc

    GET IN TOUCH:

    Carer Gateway is proud to offer emotional and practical services and support for carers with the aim of making your life easier.

    You can call us on 1800 422 737 to find out more about peer support groups, counselling, coaching, online skills courses, tailored support packages, emergency respite, other government supports, as well as tips and information, or visit our online home at www.carergateway.gov.au

    Got some questions or thoughts for Patty or the team? Email us at cgconnections@benevolent.org.au and put ‘Attention Patty’ in the subject line.


    ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS:

    The Benevolent Society acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.

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    34 mins
  • Sam Bloom's Healing Journey After She Became A Paraplegic
    Feb 27 2025

    Join Patty Kikos for an inspiring and heartfelt interview with Sam and Cameron Bloom, the incredible couple behind the touching story of 'Penguin Bloom.' Hear firsthand how a freak accident in Thailand left Sam a paraplegic, and how their lives took an unexpected turn. Discover the magic that unfolded when a young magpie chick with a broken wing entered their lives, helping them heal together. Their journey, beautifully captured in their book and the movie starring Naomi Watts, is a testament to resilience, love, and the extraordinary bond between humans and animals. Don't miss this captivating conversation!

    GUEST:

    Sam and Cameron Bloom - https://bloomphotography.com/

    SOCIAL MEDIA:

    Follow The Benevolent Society on Instagram

    Follow Carer Gateway on Facebook

    Follow The Benevolent Society on Facebook

    CREDITS:

    Host – Patty Kikos

    Producers – Patty Kikos and John Hresc

    Sound Engineer – John Hresc

    GET IN TOUCH:

    Carer Gateway is proud to offer emotional and practical services and support for carers with the aim of making your life easier.

    You can call us on 1800 422 737 to find out more about peer support groups, counselling, coaching, online skills courses, tailored support packages, emergency respite, other government supports, as well as tips and information, or visit our online home at www.carergateway.gov.au


    ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS:

    The Benevolent Society acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.

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    32 mins

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In the spirit of reconciliation, Audible acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respect to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today.