Episode 9, Caring for Our Elders

Episode 9, Caring for Our Elders
In this episode, Estela Soza Garza of McAllen joins Brenda Nettles Riojas for a conversation about caring for our elders.

…….

Guest:

Estela Soza Garza of McAllen who for 40 years as a social worker provided services to families in different settings, including mental health support to residents in nursing homes.

Reflection Questions:

· Who are the elders in your life?

· How are you engaging the elders in your life?

· What are some of the challenges you are facing?

· Do you have any tips to share with other on how to spark joy in our elders?

Frontera Tips

Estela:

Three books:

1. Tell me Your Life Story, Mom (Dad, Grandma, Grandpa) (Guided Journal and Memory Keepsake)

2. The Caregiving Season: Finding Grace to Honor Your Aging Parents by Jane Daly 3. The Family Caregiver's Manual: A Practical Planning Guide to Managing the Care of Your Loved One by David Levy

Brenda:

Pope Francis’ Catechesis on Old Age, 18 sessions offered during his General Audiences from Feb. 23, 2022 to August 24,

https://www.vatican.va/content/francesco/en/audiences/2022.index.2.html