The Holiday Wake-Up Call: Recognizing When Loved Ones Need Extra Help

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The Bubble Lounge (Highland Park & University Park Texas)
The Holiday Wake-Up Call: Recognizing When Loved Ones Need Extra Help
Dec 16, 2025 Season 8 Episode 47
Martha Jackson

The holidays have a way of bringing everything into focus.

We’re home. We’re together. And sometimes, we notice things we didn’t see before — a parent who’s more forgetful, a loved one struggling with daily routines, or a quiet feeling that something has changed.

This is the kind of moment no one prepares you for.

In this episode, I’m joined by Brian Levy, Chief Relationship Officer at Cambridge Caregivers & Manchester Care Homes, to talk about what those “little moments” might actually mean — and how to respond with clarity instead of panic. We cover how to recognize early signs that a loved one may need extra support, how to start the conversation without fear or guilt, and how planning ahead can make an emotional situation feel far more manageable.

This isn’t about rushing into decisions or giving up independence. It’s about being informed, proactive, and prepared — so when the time comes, you’re not navigating it alone.

If you’re spending time with family this holiday season and find yourself paying closer attention than usual, this episode may be one of the most important listens of the year.

To learn more about Brian Levy and Cambrindge Caregivers click here and to learn more about Manchester Care Homes click here

For Brian's list of Frequently Asked Questions click here

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Cambridge Caregivers Kathy L Wall State Farm Agency | Mother Modern Plumbing | SA Oral Surgeons |


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