Comfort Keepers part 1

“Your Care Partners” on WWER 88.1 FM, featuring experienced caregivers Jill White and Marty Alman. In this segment, they informally interview Amber Cisneros, the franchise owner of Comfort Keepers in Fredericksburg, and one of her caregivers, Desiree Duemling. The discussion explores Amber’s background and motivations for owning a home care agency with a focus on compassionate care, alongside Desiree’s personal experiences as a family caregiver for her mother with dementia and her transition to professional caregiving. They address common misconceptions about in-home care agencies, the importance of understanding an agency’s mission and values, and the added liability protection agencies offer compared to private caregivers. The conversation highlights the emotional and physical toll on family caregivers and offers advice on seeking support, utilizing available resources like the VA and local organizations, and the significance of self-care.

Amber Cisneros, Martie Allman, Desiree Deumling

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