Another Fork in the Road
NEWS FROM THE CAREGIVER'S PERSPECTIVE:
More than 69 million people in the world live with a brain injury, and millions of folks, the actual number is unknown, are caregivers for those survivors.
If you are a survivor, a caregiver, or just someone who wants to learn more about brain injury, you’ve come to the right place.
Another Fork in the Road airs every 1st and 3rd Sunday of each month at 5:30pm Pacific Time.
Please join us.
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- Update frequency
- every 13 days
- Average duration
- 77 minutes
- Episodes
- 141
- Years Active
- 2017 - 2025
Another Fork in the Road: Returning to Work/School after Brain Injury
Most survivors of brain injury can't wait to return to their old lives. That includes going back to work or school. But returning to work or school for many is impossible. For some, it may include ma…
01:15:08 |
Mon 02 May 2022
Another Fork in the Road: Self-care for Caregivers. They NEED IT! (rr)
Caregivers are a special class of people. They are folks who give up their lives to help others. Somerimes it's by choice. Most times it's by circumstances. My guests this evening, Lisabeth Evans & J…
01:16:49 |
Mon 18 Apr 2022
Another Fork in the Road: Adjusting to Personality Changes after Brain Trauma
Many survivors feel like they lost the person they were after their brain injury. They find they don’t know themselves anymore. Have you had a brain injury or know someone who has? Can you relate? Jo…
01:22:28 |
Mon 04 Apr 2022
Another Fork in the Road: Survivor/Author Casey Chaffey - Chronic Illness & Pain
Survivor/Author Casey Chaffey talks about chronic illness and pain and how she faces these challenges in her life. Every TBI survivor and caregiver has encountered a fork in the road that has divert…
01:13:36 |
Mon 21 Mar 2022
Another Fork in the Road: Panel - What Do You Miss Most About Yourself?
Survivors of brain injury, Meghan Beaudry, Gail Waitkun, and Barbara Wilson join me to talk about how brain injury has affected their lives and what they miss about themselves before their injury be…
01:16:51 |
Mon 07 Mar 2022
Another Fork in the Road: Karina Seda - Life Stroke Coach
When Karina Seda was a teenager, she had a stroke, which completely turned her life upside down. "But Karina said "The effect of this tragedy was the start of a new life." Karina is the founder of Li…
01:14:41 |
Mon 21 Feb 2022
Another Fork in the Road: Pros & Cons of New Year's Resolutions
Folks make resolutions every January 1st as if it is a magical day. They follow up on some and toss others by the wayside. My panel and I will discuss the Pros & Cons of New Year's Resolutions. Did y…
01:15:58 |
Mon 07 Feb 2022
Another Fork in the Road: Survivor & Author - Dawn Wasserman Corbelli
Dawn Wasserman Corbelli is the author of A Miracle a Day, One Day at a Time: Hope After Traumatic Brain Injury. Dawn and her daughter Veronica are both survivors of a near fatal car accident. Dawn w…
01:14:58 |
Mon 17 Jan 2022
Another Fork in the Road: Another New Year - Getting Through the Holidays
The holidays should be fun, but for many they are a real challenge. Celebrations, family visits, presents, and good tidings abound for many, but not for all. The holidays can be a real downer when fo…
01:18:41 |
Mon 03 Jan 2022
Another Fork in the Road: Guest - Survivor - Gail Waitkun
Join me and my guest, Gail Waitkun to discuss her road back to recovery from multiple brain injuries. Every TBI survivor and caregiver has encountered a fork in the road that has diverted his or h…
01:15:46 |
Mon 20 Dec 2021
Another Fork in the Road: Panel - What Good Has Come from Your Brain Injury?
Can survivors of brain injury find any good in their lives afer brain injury? Listen to Barbara Wilson, Jamie Crane-Mauzy, and me talk about the good we find in life after brain injury. Every TBI…
01:18:57 |
Mon 06 Dec 2021
Another Fork in the Road: Guest - Survivor - Aaron Avila
Meet Aaron Avila survivor of an aneurysm and a stroke. Aaron will talk about how he put his life back together. Every TBI survivor and caregiver has encountered a fork in the road that has divert…
01:15:17 |
Mon 22 Nov 2021
Another Fork in the Road: Depression & Suicidal Thoughts After Brain Injury
Survivors, Melissa Cronin, Meghan Beaudry, and Deb Brandon, bare their souls as we discuss “Depression and Suicidal Thoughts After Brain Injury.” Every TBI survivor and caregiver has encountered a …
01:21:28 |
Mon 08 Nov 2021
Another Fork in the Road: Caregiver, Drew Niemann & Survivor, Terry Niemann
Terry Niemann has had three brain injuries. Her husband, Drew Niemann, is not only her spouse and friend, but he's also her caregiver. Drew and Terry join together in their podcast, "A Battle Within"…
01:17:51 |
Mon 18 Oct 2021
Another Fork in the Road: What Does a “Normal” Life After Brain Injury Look Like
What Does a “Normal” Life After Brain Injury Look Like?” REALLY!!?? Is there ever a normal life after brain injury. We'll hear from three survivors to get their thoughts on that qEvery TBI survivor a…
01:15:40 |
Mon 04 Oct 2021
Another Fork in the Road: Jamie & Crystal Fairles
I t took two brain tumors to make a love story. It was unlikely that Jaime and Crystal would have met had they not each suffered a brain tumor. But they did have brain tumors and they did meet . . .…
01:30:09 |
Mon 20 Sep 2021
Another Fork in the Road: Expectations ~ Survivors/Caregivers After Brain Injury
Survivor, Meghan Beaudry and Caregiver, Jeannette Davidson-Mayer discuss the needs and expectations of both survivors and caregivers. Though many expectations overlap, some are specific to each perso…
01:13:45 |
Mon 06 Sep 2021
Another Fork in the Road: Survivor, Laura Miller, PTSD & Yoga Instructor
So many brain injury survivors suffer from PTSD-related issues after their event. Survivor, Laura Miller, PTSD & Yoga Instructor, will discuss how the practice of yoga can help with PTSD symptoms. …
01:17:48 |
Mon 16 Aug 2021
Another Fork in the Road: Role Changes - Know Your Partner’s Jobs
You never know when you might become unable to cope with normal living because of a disability. It's best to be prepared. Knowing your partner's jobs and being able to execute them will relieve some…
01:19:16 |
Mon 02 Aug 2021
Another Fork in the Road: Caregiver & Author, Kate Washington: Caregiver Burnout
If you are a caregiver, you know how all-consuming that job can be. You're not only guiding your life, but also that of a loved one. Kate Washington, who is the caregiver for her seriously-ill spouse…
01:15:40 |
Mon 19 Jul 2021
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