Compassionate Caregiving: Creating a Safe, Efficient, and Fulfilling Life with Consuela Marshall, Occupational Therapist & Founder of Finding A Foothold

<p class="MsoNormal">Family caregivers often assist their loved ones with a variety of activities of daily living, such as dressing, bathing, meal preparation, household tasks, doctor's appointments, and medication management. However, at times it can feel overwhelming and it's common to struggle with finding ways to be efficient.</p> <p class="MsoNormal"> </p> <p class="MsoNormal">I'm delighted to introduce today's guest, Consuela Marshall, founder of <a href= "https://www.findingafoothold.com/" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">Finding A Foothold</a>. Consuela's caregiving journey began when her daughter was born with physical limitations and later became the primary caregiver for her mom after she suffered multiple strokes. With over 25 years of experience as an occupational therapist, Consuela recognized the need to help family caregivers create a more manageable and less emotionally and physically draining caregiving life.</p> <p class="MsoNormal"> </p> <p class="MsoNormal"> </p> <p class="MsoNormal">Consuela's compassionate heart and first-hand experience as a certified aging in place specialist, fall prevention specialist, and occupational therapist have given her a deep understanding of the struggles that family caregivers face. I've had the pleasure of connecting with Consuela and I'm thrilled to have her on the show today. Her genuine care for others shines through as she shares practical advice on how we can live a fulfilling life while caring for our loved ones. Thank you, Consuela, for sharing your insights with us today!</p> <p class="MsoNormal"> </p> <p class="MsoNormal"> </p> <p class="MsoNormal">Consuela shares about:</p> <ul> <li class="MsoNormal">How caregiving shaped her compassion in bringing caregiving support to families</li> <li class="MsoNormal">The struggles that family caregivers face</li> <li class="MsoNormal">How she found her foothold</li> <li class="MsoNormal">How we find boundaries and balance in caregiving</li> <li class="MsoNormal">The ways we can start on the path that can lead to