Hope Floats: A Podcast for Dementia Caregivers
Welcome to Hope Floats, a podcast for people who are navigating the challenges of caring for a person with dementia.
A place where your wellbeing matters and where hope on this journey exists.
We are in this together.
About Hope Floats
As a clinician who sees the impact of the condition of dementia on both patients and those who care about them, and as a professional coach who supports clients in caregiving, Shoshawna Rainwater and Rachel Coady come to this experience with knowledge about the unique challenges of a dementia diagnosis. We are also two people who have experienced caretaking in this disease and its impact on our lives firsthand. We are passionate about the subject of dementia and its effects on both the person living with the disease and those who care about them. We want to create a space to talk about concerns and possibilities for people on this journey.
We are here to:
Build knowledge and have a “real” conversation and resources people can turn to. We want a conversation that looks at this issue with integrity and in a way that holds the dignity of the person with dementia and their loved ones at its center. And even though it might be difficult to do, we want more open and honest dialogue about the realities of this disease.
Reduce suffering of those on this journey. We want a fresh look at creative ways to lessen the burden of dementia. We want a place to discuss the challenges of loving someone through this journey and the challenges of taking care of ourselves along the way.
Enhance well-being in the dementia experience. We want people to feel that they aren’t alone and that there is some sense of hope in this landscape, while navigating constantly changing roles as caretakers. We want to learn about our own health, lives, and opportunities in the midst of the unknowns of dementia, and we want more people to feel community and support in this journey.
We know we aren’t the only ones. So, we decided to create this podcast.
Welcome to Hope Floats.
What Listeners are Saying
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“Since I met with you in early December I've listened to more of your podcasts — all of them, actually — and I just want to tell you what a lifeline they are for me. They have been extraordinarily helpful even though many of the personal experiences that you and Rachel share have to do with caring for a parent rather than a spouse, which is my situation.”
Mary E., listener/client
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“Hope Floats podcasts are amazing! They answer and clarify so many questions I’ve had. The tips are helpful and can be applied right away, especially regarding the holidays. Shoshawna and Rachel are very professional and articulate in their deliverance of sensitive information about Dementia. My dear friend has Dementia and these podcasts spark new ideas for ways to interact with her and her primary caregiver. I will continue to listen and learn and gain hope on this unpredictable journey. Thank you so much for your service through these podcasts. I will pass them on at every opportunity!”
Karen C., listener
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“My Mom no longer remembers what season it is, her age, her birthdate or mine. We are heading down the long road of dementia. With help from Hope Floats, this road is less lonely. From big picture information, like the stages of dementia, to precise scripts to use with a loved one living with dementia and constant reminders of the importance of self care for caregivers, listening to the podcast helps to make sense of this difficult journey. Thank you Shoshawna and Rachel for your calm voices, well thought out advice and empathy.”
Amy L., listener
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