Episode 1: Ken And Jesse: Introduction F*** It, I Have A Brain Injury podcast

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In Part 2 of this conversation, Kim Verner discusses different types of guardianships, including representative payees and how caregivers can help adults with Acquired Brain Injury maintain independence in a supportive environment. *Note: This interview was recorded in Albany, NY, USA in April 2024.

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Episode 6: Elder Law and Disability Attorney Kim Verner Part 1 35:38

9 дней назад35:38

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In Part 1 of this 2 part episode, the guys interview Elder Law and Disability Attorney, Kim Verner. She describes how to set up a Special Needs Trust and the important aspects of estate planning following Acquired Brain Injury. *Note: This interview was recorded in Albany, NY in April 2024.

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Episode 5: Moving to a New Home 24:59

9 weeks назад24:59

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In this episode, Jesse interviews Ken about his recent experience moving to a new home. They separate physical/mobility challenges associated with hemiparesis from cognitive challenges after ABI. Cognitive strategies include labeling drawers and cabinets and asking family to help organize. Physical accommodations include moving appliances and fixtures on the strong side, using a rolling cutting board, installing a cut tub, using a rug over hardwood floors and having family help pack and unpack. And remember, even with more room around the bed it still may take a hockey game’s time to put on a fitted sheet. “Anybody going through what I’m going through, it will work out, it just takes time” -Ken…

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Episode 4: Overcoming Obstacles: Allison 29:18

19 weeks назад29:18

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In this episode, Allison discusses overcoming shame and obstacles following her ABI. She talks about her experience with aphasia and acquiring and succeeding in a job. The group talks about fishing and making friends after brain injury.

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Episode 3: Home Health Aids: Molly 34:49

20 weeks назад34:49

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Ken and Jesse talk with Molly and share their tips on managing home health aids. The group shares attributes to look for in an aid who will help foster independence and how to spot a not-so-good one. They all share their worst aid stories- one stinks worse than the others. *Episode transcript available.…

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Episode 2: Aphasia: Ken's Experience 30:46

22 weeks назад30:46

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*Note: this episode was recorded in December 2023 when The College of St. Rose in Albany, NY, USA, had just announced it was closing.* In the conversation: Jesse, Ken and Melissa Capo, speech/language pathologist. Jesse interviews Ken about his experience with aphasia (an acquired communication disorder that can result from brain injury including stroke). Ken describes strategies that work for him and assures listeners that "anybody that says it doesn't get better is lying, cause it does." He also describes the importance of being comfortable in your own skin. Resources: National Aphasia Association Life Participation Approach to Aphasia Aphasia Institute (Canada)…

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Episode 1: Ken and Jesse: Introduction 4:39

22 weeks назад4:39