Episodes: 30
Frequency: Monthly
Rating: 5.0/5.0
Estimated listeners: 100 - 1,000
Gender skew: Female
Listener location: USA
Publicly listed emails
shoshawna@rainwaterconsultingpdx.com
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Shoshawna Rainwater - Podcast host focused on dementia caregiving, caregiver well-being, and practical support for families navigating cognitive changes.
Ann McQueen - Long-term Care Options, Memory Care Environments, Resident Needs, Quality Care, And Advocating For Comfort, Safety, And Dignity.
Lynn Ross - Living Well With Mild Cognitive Impairment, Adaptation, Meaningful Connection, And Practical Support For People With Dementia And Their Caregivers.
Allison Lindauer - Strategies For Families Navigating Dementia, Caregiver Support, Research Studies, And Conversations About Driving Cessation.
Understanding Long-Term Care Options in Oregon with Dr. Ann McQueen (Part 2)
August 18, 2026
Shoshawna Rainwater and gerontologist Dr. Ann McQueen discuss the complexities of choosing long-term care settings for dementia patients. They emphasize balancing past wishes with current needs and highlight the importance of environment, staffing ratios, and personalized care. Ann advises visiting facilities unannounced, talking to direct care staff. And they stress the need for caregivers to advocate for high standards and not settle for mediocre care. Resources & Links:● Oregon De...
Understanding Long-Term Care Options in Oregon with Dr. Ann McQueen (Part 1)
July 28, 2026
Part 1 of this Oregon-centric conversation features insights on choosing the right dementia care environment, understanding resident needs, and advocating for quality care. Hope Floats host Shoshawna Rainwater speaks with Gerontologist and older adult advocate Ann McQueen about practical tips for families navigating memory care options and how to make informed decisions that prioritize comfort, safety, and dignity.Resources & Links:● Oregon’s Long Term Care Facility Licensing Search ...
A Tapestry of Hope: Living Well with MCI
June 16, 2026
Guest Lynn Ross shares her personal journey with mild cognitive impairment, her professional insights as a social worker, and practical tools for supporting individuals with dementia and their caregivers. Her conversation with Hope Floats host Shoshawna Rainwater offers hope, strategies for adaptation, and ways to foster meaningful connections despite cognitive changes. LinksDementia Spotlight Foundation - https://dementiaspotlight.orgDementia Together - https://dementiatogether.orgContented ...
Caregiver SOS On Air · Low booking difficulty · 100 - 1,000 listeners
Hope Floats: Navigating Caregiving in Dementia is hosted by Shoshawna Rainwater. Its publicly listed email is shoshawna@rainwaterconsultingpdx.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.
The publicly listed email for Hope Floats: Navigating Caregiving in Dementia: shoshawna@rainwaterconsultingpdx.com.
Podseeker estimates Hope Floats: Navigating Caregiving in Dementia reaches 100 to 1,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.
Hope Floats: Navigating Caregiving in Dementia typically books rising experts. Typical guest background: Professional expertise in dementia care, gerontology, nursing, social work, aging research, memory care, or caregiver support; lived experience is especially relevant when paired with practical or professional insight. Common among recent guests: Academic or clinical expertise in aging and dementia; Research or participation in caregiver-focused studies; Professional advocacy or social-work experience. Recent guests include Ann McQueen, Lynn Ross, and Allison Lindauer.
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