Are there light moments? Are there cognitive moments? We have to recognize light moments with an aging loved one because as time goes on those moments can come fewer and farther in between so cherish them always. Learning how to let go and let the moments flow is what Gina Read more…
Get to know the Grothoff’s, the crazy couple that started and make these podcast. Hear their stories and what they are all about. Getting back to the very first podcast. Join us… #grothoffs #ginagrothoff #donaldgrothoff #focusedhealthyfamily #parentingsupport #parentingtips Check out this episode!
How do you gain perspective on your life by climbing and jumping off a powerpole? That is what Gina and Don discuss with Cartwheeling Sage Helen Gardiner-Parks Helen is passionate about food, transformation and play—oh, and social justice, too. She is passionate about a lot of things and I have Read more…
In this deeply moving episode, we delve into the intricate and emotional journey of Gina Grothoff, a devoted daughter, occupational therapist and personal caregiver. What was supposed to be a straightforward transition of her father to a memory care facility took an unexpected turn, leading him to the hospital instead. Read more…
Welcome to Pride month. Each generation has its thoughts and belief when it comes to theis LBGTQ+ community of people. Depending on how someone was raised, what their religious beliefs are and what stereo types they have learned determines their acceptance and welcoming they are to this community. Join Gina Read more…
Gina has been a Occupational Therapist for over 30 years working with the senior population. During her long career she feels she has been hampered in her ability to help seniors because of the restraints of the healthcare system. Now she is reaching out to help and she is starting Read more…
What a vacation we were enjoying…interrupted! Keeping on track with your vacation when life reminds you that it is still going on and comes in and interrupts your leisure time. What to do to not let life distract you away from enjoying your time. Gina and Don are in the Read more…
Handling the kids, the job, the family, the household and a job then comes taking care of an aging loved one. How do we juggle it all? Find out how Gina juggles her parents, new jobs, find facilities, dealing with family stuff and much more. What is her secret? #sandwichgenerationcare Read more…
Today Gina and Don interview Claire Martin and now in her own words she will describe who she is and why we love talking to her: Hi, I’m Claire Martin the founder and host of “Strong, Single and Human” Podcast. So, who the hell am I? I moved to Australia Read more…
Join us in this enlightening episode as we delve into the complex world of dementia with an experienced occupational therapist who has been dedicated for over three decades to working with the aging population. Gina brings a wealth of knowledge and firsthand experience, offering valuable insights into the various types Read more…