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I'm Sharon C. Newman—your Caregiving Navigator, home care business founder, and host of the Give- A- Care Podcast

01/14/2026

The first few days at home after discharge are everything.

This is where families struggle the most — not because they don’t care, but because no one prepared them for what comes next.

Medication confusion.
Safety risks.
Sleep disruption.
No routine.

This carousel walks through the non-negotiables families need to get right in the first week at home — and why recovery depends on structure, not luck.

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Full breakdown in the latest episode.

01/13/2026

Discharge day feels like relief — until you get home.

Suddenly, the hospital team is gone… and it’s just you, your loved one, medications, follow-ups, mobility changes, and a whole lot of “I don’t know.”

The truth?
The transition from hospital to home is where recovery either stabilizes — or falls apart.

That first week matters more than most families realize.
Medication management, home safety, routines, and support all have to come together fast.

This episode breaks down what families actually need in those first critical days — and how to avoid the overwhelm that sends people right back to the ER.

New episode now live.

01/12/2026

The transition from hospital to home is where families struggle the most.

No clear discharge plan.
Medication confusion.
A body adjusting to a new normal.

And here’s the truth most people don’t hear:
Recovery only works if the patient is engaged.

New episode of The Give A Care Podcast is up!

01/11/2026

“Stop listening to Aunt Sally.”

If you’re the adult child helping a parent with Medicare, you already know how overwhelming this can be. Everyone has an opinion — but very few have the facts.

Medicare decisions affect doctors, medications, finances, and peace of mind.
They deserve licensed, expert guidance, not secondhand advice.

In this episode of the Give A Care Podcast, Medicare expert Dan Olofsson breaks it all down in plain English so families can move forward with confidence — not confusion.

👇 Watch the full episode. Link in comments.

01/10/2026

The biggest Medicare mistakes aren’t careless — they’re based on misinformation.

In this carousel we cover:
• Why you’re not “stuck forever” in one plan
• How medication coverage really works
• Why paying hospital bills too fast can cost you
• And what adult children should be asking

If Medicare feels confusing, you’re not alone — but you don’t have to guess.

Listen to Part 2 of the episode now.
Link in comments.

01/09/2026

Most people work for decades, pay into Medicare, and still have no idea what their options are. An educated consumer can advocate for themselves. That’s what this episode of the Give A Care Podcast is about. Watch the full episode for clear Medicare guidance.

01/08/2026

“You don’t get anything that’s any good for free.”

That quote sums up why so many families misunderstand Medicare.

In this carousel, we break down:
✔ Why basic Medicare doesn’t cover dental, vision, or hearing
✔ How Advantage plans offer extras
✔ Where the $18,000 per person actually comes from
✔ And why understanding the system matters before a crisis

Swipe through — then listen to Part 2 of our episode to hear the full explanation in plain English.

👇 Link in comments 👇

01/07/2026

Most families don’t realize this until it’s too late:

👉 $0 premium Medicare plans aren’t actually free.

In Part 2 of my conversation with Medicare expert Dan Olofsson, we break down:
• Why insurance companies receive $18,000+ per enrollee
• What that money is supposed to be used for
• Why adult children often feel overwhelmed helping parents enroll
• And how to avoid costly mistakes before and after sign-up

If you’re helping a parent with Medicare — or approaching enrollment yourself — this episode will give you clarity you won’t get from TV ads or word-of-mouth advice.

👇 Link in comments

01/06/2026

Choosing a Medicare plan?

These are the most important questions every senior or adult child should ask before signing up:

✔️ Are my doctors in the plan?
✔️ Do I need referrals?
✔️ What are the out-of-pocket costs?
✔️ Are my medications covered?

Watch the full episode of the Give A Care Podcast for clear Medicare guidance.

01/05/2026

“You don’t get anything that’s any good for free.”

That’s one of the biggest Medicare myths we break wide open in this episode.

In Part 2 of my conversation with Medicare expert Dan Olofsson, we go behind the scenes of how Medicare actually works. Not the version you hear in commercials or from well-meaning relatives.

In this episode, we unpack:
• Why “$0 premium” Medicare Advantage plans exist and the $18,000 check behind them
• What the $2,000 prescription cap really means (and why formularies matter)
• Why switching plans later in life can be far more complicated than people realize
• How Hospital Indemnity Plans protect families from unexpected hospital bills
• Why adult children need facts — not “Aunt Sally’s advice”

If you’re helping a parent enroll or planning ahead for yourself, this episode is essential listening.

Link in the comments ⬇

01/03/2026

If you’re turning 65 soon or helping someone who hasn’t chosen a Medicare plan before, you need to understand this.

Many families rush the decision because they feel pressured, overwhelmed, or afraid of making the wrong choice. That’s how mistakes happen.

In this episode, Medicare expert Dan Olofsson walks through:
• When you can (and must) enroll
• Why talking to HR matters if you’re still working
• The Part D rule that leads to lifetime penalties
• What “zero premium” plans don’t always tell you
• Why Medicare does NOT cover long-term care

This is the episode families wish they listened to before enrollment.

Full episode now live on the Give A Care Podcast.

01/01/2026

Medicare feels overwhelming for a reason, not because it’s impossible to understand, but because most people are getting information from the wrong places.

Mailers. Commercials. Friends and family who meant well but made costly mistakes themselves.

In this episode of the Give A Care Podcast, Medicare expert Dan Olofsson breaks Medicare down in plain English, no scare tactics, no sales pressure, just clarity.

Here’s what you’ll walk away understanding:
• What Parts A, B, C, and D actually cover
• Why skipping Part D can cost you for life
• The real difference between Advantage and Supplement plans
• Why “zero premium” isn’t always the best option

If Medicare enrollment is coming up for you or someone you love, this conversation can save you stress, money, and regret.

Listen to the full episode now.

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