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Hope Floats: Navigating Caregiving in Dementia

Shoshawna Rainwater

Booking Overview

This is a caregiver-support interview podcast focused on dementia, family well-being, and practical care navigation, with external guests including gerontologists, clinicians, researchers, and people combining professional expertise with lived experience. Agencies could credibly pitch dementia-care specialists, aging researchers, gerontological clinicians, social workers, caregiver advocates, and authors with practical resources; booking difficulty is medium because the show features qualified but not necessarily celebrity-level experts.

Metrics

Episodes: 30

Frequency: Monthly

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Estimated listeners: 100 - 1,000

Gender skew: Female

Listener location: USA

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

shoshawna@rainwaterconsultingpdx.com

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Host

Shoshawna Rainwater - Podcast host focused on dementia caregiving, caregiver well-being, and practical support for families navigating cognitive changes.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

medium
Typical Credentials:  
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.
Required Achievements:  
Academic or clinical expertise in aging and dementia, Research or participation in caregiver-focused studies, Professional advocacy or social-work experience, Practical resources for families and caregivers

Recent Guest Discussions

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.

Recent Topics

Dementia, Caregiving, Gerontology, Memory Care, Aging

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
Hope Floats: Navigating Caregiving in Dementia
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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 ...

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Frequently asked questions

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How do I get in touch with Hope Floats: Navigating Caregiving in Dementia?

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.

What is the email for Hope Floats: Navigating Caregiving in Dementia?

The publicly listed email for Hope Floats: Navigating Caregiving in Dementia: shoshawna@rainwaterconsultingpdx.com.

How many listeners does Hope Floats: Navigating Caregiving in Dementia have?

Podseeker estimates Hope Floats: Navigating Caregiving in Dementia reaches 100 to 1,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for Hope Floats: Navigating Caregiving in Dementia?

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.

How hard is it to get booked on Hope Floats: Navigating Caregiving in Dementia?

Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.

What topics does Hope Floats: Navigating Caregiving in Dementia cover?

Recent episodes cover Dementia, Caregiving, Gerontology, Memory Care, and Aging. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

shoshawna@rainwaterconsultingpdx.com

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