The Caregivers Podcast

"Promise Me You’ll Never Put Me in a Home”: When Families Face Long-Term Care w/ Janice Martin

May 19, 2026·55 min
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In this episode of The Caregivers Podcast, host Dr. Mark Ropeleski sits down with senior living expert Janice Martin to unpack the hidden traps families fall into during this challenging stage. From navigating the guilt of a "never put me in a home" promise to managing intense sibling friction over inheritance versus care costs, this conversation brings to light the realities families are often afraid to say out loud. We also explore the practical side of senior housing: baseline costs, level-of-care price thresholds, resident rights regarding personal habits, intimacy in care facilities, and how to recognize the tipping point of true caregiver burnout.Click here to watch a video of this episode. Support Our Guest:▶️ Book a call, buy a book, & more: https://stan.store/seniorliaison▶️ The Complete Guide To Assisted Living: https://amzn.to/4u3Cnb4▶️ The Journey To Assisted Living: Expectation vs. Reality: https://amzn.to/3P1lCi1Connect With Us:▶️ https://linktr.ee/thecaregiverspodcastSubscribe to The Caregivers Podcast on YouTube, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts to never miss an episode. If you find these conversations helpful, please leave a review or share this episode with a fellow caregiver.🔊 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1fLSHPA7ZHbOpvrmcbfcd5?si=2a71d7c4e2e9427c 🔊 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-caregivers-podcast/id1842203665

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