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We are back with the most listened-to episodes of season 5! Here is a recap:
Jan 16, 2026
4m 58s
Navigating a terminal diagnosis and loss of a parent while also caring for young children, with Renee Reina (Episode 147)
Jan 9, 2026
43m 06s
Giving and receiving care with a disability and working to shift societal caregiving assumptions and beliefs in regards to caregiving with a disability, with Elizabeth Mohler (Episode 146)
Dec 19, 2025
32m 19s
Using personal pain, grief and insights from the loss of her mother, and later the loss of her father, as a way to support others in their mourning, grief and pain, with Barri Leiner (Episode 145)
Dec 12, 2025
43m 53s
An extraordinary multi-generational caregiver for several children, including a son with complex medical needs, who has used her experiences for systemic change, advocacy and education, with Elizabeth Marie Chambers (Episode 144)
Dec 5, 2025
51m 01s
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| Date | Episode | Description | Length | ||||||
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| 1/16/26 | We are back with the most listened-to episodes of season 5! Here is a recap: | 5) Episode 121: From caring for her mom with frontotemporal dementia, to creating a film and advocating to normalize the caregiving experience, with Katie Prentiss 4) Episode 136 : The Statistics Behind Caregiver Mental Health: You’re Not Alone 3) Episode 120: Guilt about moving someone to a facility when you promised them you would always keep them at ‘home’, with Susanne White 2) Episode 123: Talking all about ANGER and resentment in caregiving 1) Episo... | 4m 58s | ||||||
| 1/9/26 | Navigating a terminal diagnosis and loss of a parent while also caring for young children, with Renee Reina (Episode 147) | On today’s episode, we are elated to welcome Renee Reina, host of The Mom Room podcast (@themomroom) and content creator, to discuss her experience navigating care for her son Milo while experiencing her father’s cancer diagnosis and passing in early 2025. She very openly talks about learning about her father’s decision for Medical Assistance in Dying and experiencing the MAID process with him and as a parent of a young child. About Renee Reina: Renee Reina is the host of The Mom Roo... | 43m 06s | ||||||
| 12/19/25 | Giving and receiving care with a disability and working to shift societal caregiving assumptions and beliefs in regards to caregiving with a disability, with Elizabeth Mohler (Episode 146) | Born blind, from a very young age, Elizabeth Mohler experienced the barriers and obstacles one with a disability can face in an ableist society. With lived experience as both a care recipient and a caregiver, Elizabeth shares her insightful perspectives on care and the education and changes she feels are instrumental in supporting a culture of accessibility. About Elizabeth Mohler: Elizabeth Mohler is a sibling care partner, researcher, and educator whose work bridges lived experien... | 32m 19s | ||||||
| 12/12/25 | Using personal pain, grief and insights from the loss of her mother, and later the loss of her father, as a way to support others in their mourning, grief and pain, with Barri Leiner (Episode 145) | Facing the loss of her mother in her 20s, Barri Leiner found herself experiencing the sudden shock of grief. Turning her pain and learning into purpose, Barri transformed her life and career into meaningful giving and support through The Memory Circle. In today’s episode, Barri shares the experience of losing both her parents and how she started and continues to support so many through The Memory Circle. About Barri Leiner: Barri Leiner Grant is a highly respected grief specialist, author ... | 43m 53s | ||||||
| 12/5/25 | An extraordinary multi-generational caregiver for several children, including a son with complex medical needs, who has used her experiences for systemic change, advocacy and education, with Elizabeth Marie Chambers (Episode 144) | Elizabeth Marie Chambers shares her experiences as a muti-generational caregiver in today’s episode as she highlights caring for a child with complex medical needs, multiple children, and a parent. She details her breaking point in care and how she recognized the need to care for herself. She further highlights how she uses her experiences to drive change and advocate for shifts in the system and how others view ‘caregiving’. About Elizabeth Marie Chambers: Elizabeth Marie Cha... | 51m 01s | ||||||
| 11/28/25 | The importance of friendship and community in caregiving and loss (and finding chosen family), with Jacquelyn Shapiro (Episode 143) | A very common sentiment we hear from caregivers is the loneliness and isolation felt as a result of misunderstandings between other family members or friends, the feeling that others don’t understand the caregiving perspective and feeling as though there is no one to share the day-to-day highs and lows with. In today’s episode, Stephanie invites her friend and fellow FTD daughter, Jacquelyn Shapiro, onto the podcast to discuss how their friendship formed, their thoughts on friendship in careg... | 59m 54s | ||||||
| 11/21/25 | A remarkable journey of care for multiple family members (including her spouse) as a young parent and using her experiences to shape her career and the caregiving landscape as a whole, with Katie Brandt (Episode 142) | Having just started her career and life as a young mom, Katie Brandt’s entire world changed in an instant when her husband was diagnosed with FTD in his early 30s. The next several years, compounded by care for multiple family members in addition to her young son, threw her in the depths of ongoing crisis. But through her tremendous resiliency and learning, Katie has used her pain and story for change and tremendous ongoing advocacy in ways we often could not imagine. About Katie: Katie Brand... | 50m 40s | ||||||
| 11/14/25 | The episode on working caregivers, with Christa Haanstra (Episode 141) | We have heard about caregiving, we have heard about eldercare, but how often do you hear about working caregivers? This topic is JUST starting to come to the forefront, yet millions of caregivers have been balancing work and care for years and continue to on a daily basis. In today’s episode, Christa Haanstra, lead for the working caregiver initiative at the Canadian Centre for Caregiving Excellence (an initiative by the Azrieli Foundation), joins Stephanie to talk about the stat... | 42m 22s | ||||||
| 11/7/25 | We have the right to our autonomy and right to live at risk- why is it that institutions or agencies are telling us how to engage in activities of daily life? (Episode 140) | The person you care for has a daily routine or activities in their daily life they hope to continue to uphold, but yet when connected to a new home care agency or when in hospital, they are told they may have to modify or change how they approach their activities of daily life. How can these third parties tell you and the person you care for how to participate in activities of daily living and why is this important? In today’s episode, Stephanie explores the background on why and how third pa... | 7m 00s | ||||||
| 10/31/25 | Experiencing a Father With Frontotemporal Degeneration as a 7 Year Old Child and Fiercely Advocating for Change and Awareness, with Spencer Cline (Episode 139) | Spencer Cline was only 7 years old when his father was first diagnosed with frontotemporal degeneration (behavioural variant). From a very young age, he witnessed how profoundly this illness affected his father, mother, and entire family. Today, Spencer is a passionate advocate for FTD, dedicated to changing the narrative around the disease and supporting those impacted by it. He recently biked 3600+ miles across America to raise awareness about FTD and continues to speak publicly and educate... | 26m 10s | ||||||
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| 10/24/25 | The Hidden Truths About Long-Term Care and What it will take to Create a Better Future in the Long-Term Care System with Dr. Vivian Stamatopoulos (Episode 138) | Vivian Stamatopoulos - advocate, professor, and long-time researcher in the field of caregiving and long-term care-joins the podcast to uncover the hidden truths about our long-term care system. Vivian shares what she realized during COVID about the nursing home crisis, where long-term care stands today, and the significant changes needed to improve care and shift the narrative for those living in nursing homes and the people who love them the most. This powerful conversation shines a light o... | 51m 32s | ||||||
| 10/17/25 | Caregiving as a teenager for a mother with Parkinson’s disease and informing her career using technology to help others through caregiving experiences, with Carla Velastegui (Episode 137) | Carla Velastegui began caring for her mother with Parkinson’s disease while still in high school, experiencing both the challenges and deep insights that caregiving can bring. In this episode, Carla shares how those early experiences shaped her life, her relationships, and her future. She discusses the ups and downs of her caregiving journey and how it inspired her career as a consultant working with organizations to adapt and implement technology to assist and transform the caregiving experi... | 38m 03s | ||||||
| 10/10/25 | The Statistics Behind Caregiver Mental Health: You’re Not Alone (Episode 136) | In this episode, we dive into the numbers behind caregiver mental health, sharing Canadian statistics that reveal just how many caregivers, including those who are working caregivers, face similar challenges. While it can often feel like you’re alone in your struggles, the truth is that far more people are experiencing the same difficulties than you may realize. Stephanie breaks down the facts to help you feel seen, supported, and connected in your caregiving journey. Visit us on our website... | 5m 22s | ||||||
| 10/3/25 | Do I need to change my entire routine to feel better as a caregiver? (Episode 135) | In this episode, Stephanie explores a common question caregivers face: Do I need to change my entire routine to feel better if I am overwhelmed as a caregiver? When self-care feels overwhelming or unattainable, is a complete lifestyle overhaul the only answer-or can small, realistic steps make a real difference? Stephanie shares insights on what truly helps when you’re feeling stretched thin, offering practical ideas to support your well-being without adding more pressure. Visit us on our web... | 9m 48s | ||||||
| 9/26/25 | What does the research show when it comes to caregiver mental health and is there hope on the horizon, with Dr. Adrianna Shnall (Episode 134) | Dr. Adrianna Shnall, program director at the Baycrest Kochinsky Centre, has been a social worker and clinician in the field of aging and caregiving for over 30 years. In today’s episode, she shares her top learnings in the field, what she feels is the most noteworthy in the area of aging and caregiver mental health today, and what may be on the horizon for caregivers in the future. Dr. Adriana Shnall: , PhD, MSW, RSW, serves as the Program Director of the Koschitzky Centre for Innovations i... | 46m 34s | ||||||
| 9/19/25 | What if I promised the person I care for that I would always keep them at home, yet now I need to move them to a facility or other location, with Jeanette Yates (Episode 133) | Many of us have had the conversation- we vow to keep the person we care for home forever; We will never move them to a facility or otherwise... And then one day, reality hits, and we face the fact that we may not be able to follow through on this promise that once seemed feasible. In today’s episode, Jeanette Yates discusses how she navigated this exact situation with her own mother and what she learned in the process. She shares her experiences and learnings with listeners that are sur... | 39m 25s | ||||||
| 9/12/25 | What is the purpose of a caregiver processing deep emotions in therapy (isn’t it better to just let these things go as life is already so stressful?) (Episode 132) | Why would you even want to talk about or process the deep emotions? The painful thoughts or feelings that just feel too difficult to think about? In caregiving, isn’t it easier to just let these go and focus on the task of hand since things are already so stressful? In today’s episode, Stephanie answers these questions and talks about why therapy can be so helpful for caregivers and why doing some of the hard work can lead to very positive benefits ongoing. Visit us on our website to... | 9m 04s | ||||||
| 9/5/25 | Some of the WILD things people have said to me as a caregiver and following my mom’s passing (Episode 131) | In this episode, Stephanie shares some of the most memorable (frankly, ridiculous) things people have said to her while she was caring for her mother and following her mother’s passing. Visit us on our website to see all that we offer for caregiver support: www.compassionincaregiving.com For more visit our Instagram! http://www.instagram.com/compassionincaregiving *The content shared on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended to be a subst... | 10m 02s | ||||||
| 8/29/25 | From not speaking, to forming a close relationship and caregiving for both his parents (for years), with Charles Morris (Episode 130) | Charles Morris has an incredible story, and we are so thankful he is sharing it on our podcast today. From not speaking to his mother for years, to forming a beautiful and meaningful relationship with her, to moving in with his parents and caring for them for years… And then a traumatic brain injury…. This is an episode you do not want to miss. About Charles Morris: Charlie Morris was a full time live-in caregiver for his mother as she died from dementia and cancer, during the peak of the ... | 42m 12s | ||||||
| 8/22/25 | The need for a national caregiving strategy in Canada, government-level advocacy and policy change and the hope on the horizon, with James Janeiro (Episode 129) | Canada is in dire need of a national caregiving strategy. And on today’s episode, we welcome James Janeiro, director of policy and government relations at the Canadian Centre for Caregiving Excellence (CCCE), a program of the Azrieli Foundation, to discuss what he and the CCCE are tirelessly working on to make this dream a reality. If you have ever wondered how policies come into effect and what it takes behind the scenes to make this happen (and how a Canadian caregiver strategy may be close... | 41m 19s | ||||||
| 8/15/25 | All about the Association of Frontal Temporal Degeneration (AFTD) including what they do, who they help, and where they hope to go next, with Esther Kane and Debbie Elkins (Episode 128) | In today’s episode, caregiver @debbieelkins , shares her story caring for her husband Chuck with frontotemporal degeneration (FTD), and discusses how @theaftd supported her during both her caregiving journey, and provided her a sense of purpose through volunteer and advocacy. AFTD’s director of support and education, Esther Kane, also joins us on today’s insightful episode to discuss all that AFTD provides currently, how they support caregivers and those with an FTD diagnosis, and what ... | 44m 37s | ||||||
| 8/8/25 | Do I even need a power of attorney document and/or advanced directives? (Episode 127) | This is not commonly provided education so do not worry if this is all new or confusing! Most people are confused about powers of attorney, advanced directives and wills and why they can be extremely important/ what they can help with. In today’s episode, Stephanie discusses her perspectives on having a power of attorney document and what she has seen in her personal life and in hospital and private practice when it comes to powers of attorney and advanced directives. *please ... | 12m 04s | ||||||
| 8/1/25 | People no longer visit the person I care for (Episode 126) | This is a common scenario- perhaps when there was an initial diagnosis, people showed up and offered support and over time they stopped coming as often or at all. Or maybe even at the time of diagnosis people did not visit. Whatever the case may be, if you are finding that no one visits, this episode is for you. Stephanie breaks down the most common reasons why people don’t visit, how you can communicate your wish for visitors with others and pave the way to continue visits ongoin... | 10m 08s | ||||||
| 7/25/25 | The gaps in dementia and aging care in Canada, a defined dementia pathway and the path forward, with Dr. Saskia Sivananthan (Episode 125) | If you have ever faced navigating the healthcare system through a dementia diagnosis, you know the difficulties that can be faced. A confusing path to navigate, difficulties receiving diagnoses, often not knowing what comes next and staying up-to-date and confident in the way forward. In today’s episode, we are pleased to welcome Dr. Saskia Sivananthan who shares her knowledge about how we approach dementia in our healthcare system, her organization The Brainwell Institute, and how we w... | 51m 54s | ||||||
| 7/18/25 | Strain and conflict we can experience in a romantic relationship while also caregiving for a parent, child, sibling or other family member, with Barry Jacobs and Julie Mayer (Episode 124) | Caring for someone can add complexity and conflict in a romantic relationship. Whether your partner disagrees with your decisions and beliefs regarding caregiving or whether they feel you are not present for them the way you once were, this is for any caregiver experiencing changes in a romantic relationship. Barry Jacobs and his wife Julie Mayer are clinical psychologists who specialize in family therapy and caregiving and provide their perspectives on different case examples in this enlight... | 42m 08s | ||||||
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