Schizophrenia: Three Moms in the Trenches

Schizophrenia in the Family. How do we cope? How can we help? We each have adult sons with schizophrenia and have written acclaimed books about it. We say it like it is, to help families, practitioners and those with SMI (serious mental illness) feel less alone...and learn. Randye Kaye, Mindy Greiling, Miriam Feldman...and guests.

Schizophrenia: Three Moms in the Trenches is a health podcast hosted by Randye Kaye, with 147 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Randye Kaye hosts Schizophrenia: Three Moms in the Trenches, a health show with 147 episodes published.

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  Episode #22

  Lodge Magic: Living, Working, Achieving with Serious Mental Illness (Episode 147)

  Sep 30, 202652 minS6

  Send a Text to the Moms - please include your contact info if you want a response. thanks! This episode focuses on the Fairweather Lodge model as implemented by Tasks Unlimited in Minnesota, highlighting its success in providing long-term housing, community, and employment for people with serious mental illness. Trevor Johnson, the executive director, and Jim, a resident, explain how the model fosters independence, peer support, and stability, with residents managing their own households and medications. They discuss the program's history, funding, eligibility, and the strong sense of family and community among lodge members. The episode also covers the affordability and cost-effectiveness of the program compared to other options, with impressive statistics on retention and reduced hospitalizations. Resources for learning more about the model and starting similar programs are provided. Guests: Trevor Johnson, MSW, LICSW, is the Executive Director of Tasks Unlimited and a social service leader with more than 25 years of experience advancing innovative approaches to mental health, substance use, housing, employment, and community-based services. Jim, a long-time resident of a Lodge. Links: https://tasksunlimited.org/ https://theccl.org/ Lodge Magic Book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0615114350?lv=shuf&language=he&channelId=500&plpRedirect=mhFallback Thanks for liking, supporting and sharing the podcast! Mindy and her book: https://mindygreiling.com/ Randye and her book: https://randyekaye.com/ Miriam and her book: https://www.miriam-feldman.com/ Support the show Please share and support the podcast so we can reach more people who need the info and support. Want to know more? Join our facebook page Our websites: Randye Kaye Mindy Greiling Miriam (Mimi) Feldman

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  Episode #21

  Who Takes Care of the Caregiver? NAMI’s Family Helpline

  Sep 9, 202649 minS6

  Send a Text to the Moms - please include your contact info if you want a response. thanks! Available Monday Through Friday, 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM ET You Are Not Alone. We are here to help. The NAMI Family Caregiver HelpLine is a free, confidential service providing caregiver-led support, tools and strategies, trusted guidance, and connection at every stage of the caregiving journey. Guest: Megan Rochford, an SMI mom, and executive director of the national NAMI HelpLine. As a caregiver for a loved one with serious mental illness, Megan believes in the power of lived experience to build a more compassionate, supportive world for families like hers. Call: 1-800-950-NAMI (6264) Text: Text NAMI to 62640 Email: helpline@nami.org LINKS: www.nami.org/nami-helpline/family-caregiver-helpline/ Link to the NAMI Family Caregiver HelpLine webpage helplinefaqs.nami.org/category/525-family-members-and-caregivers Link to the NAMI HelpLine Knowledge Center, our digital library of short, lived-experience articles with practical tips and tools for navigating recovery — available in English and Spanish. https://nami.applicantpro.com/jobs/2561057 Apply to volunteer with the NAMI Family Caregiver HelpLine. For anyone interested in volunteering with NAMI HelpLine. We are always looking for find new volunteers who want to use their lived experience supporting a loved one in navigating mental health challenges to support and empower others reaching out for help. www.nami.org/nami-helpline/family-caregiver-helpline/family-caregiver-helpline-campaign-toolkit/ Family Caregiver HelpLine social media toolkit. Mental health impacts everyone and being a caregiver for a loved one with mental illness isn’t easy. If you know a caregiver who could use some support, you can help NAMI reach them. Whether you’re a trusted community voice, or simply someone who believes in this work, NAMI has created ready-to-use messaging, graphics, and printable resources to make sharing easy — adjust the language to fit your community and your voice. Thanks for liking and sharing the podcast! Mindy and her book: https://mindygreiling.com/ Randye and her book: https://randyekaye.com/ Miriam and her book: https://www.miriam-feldman.com/ Support the show Please share and support the podcast so we can reach more people who need the info and support. Want to know more? Join our facebook page Our websites: Randye Kaye Mindy Greiling Miriam (Mimi) Feldman

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  Episode #19

  Financial Planning When Mental Illness Strikes: Why ABLE Accounts Matter (Ep. 144)

  Jul 23, 202653 minS6

  Send a Text to the Moms - please include your contact info if you want a response. thanks! Guest: Allen Giese, author of When Mental Illness Strikes: Crisis Intervention for the Financial Plan The episode of "Schizophrenia: Three Moms in the Trenches" features a discussion with financial planner Alan Giese, of Modera Wealth Management, about ABLE accounts and financial planning for individuals with severe mental illness. Randye, Mindy, and Miriam, share personal updates about their sons' current situations, highlighting the challenges and fluctuations in their conditions. Giese explains that ABLE accounts allow individuals receiving SSI or Medicaid to save money without jeopardizing their benefits, detailing the account's features, contribution limits, and eligible expenses. The conversation also touches on the importance of special needs trusts and the role of financial planners in creating comprehensive plans. Giese shares his personal experience with his son's mental illness and advocates for the use of professional services to navigate these complex issues. The hosts and Giese emphasize the need for families to have informed plans in place for the future care of their loved ones. LINKS: https://moderawealth.com/ Link to player with SZ 3 Moms episodes about “legal and financial help” https://www.randyekaye.com/schizophrenia-three-moms-in-the-trenches/need-legal-or-financial-help-with-smi-in-the-family-begin-here Thanks for liking and sharing the podcast! Mindy and her book: https://mindygreiling.com/ Randye and her book: https://randyekaye.com/ Miriam and her book: https://www.miriam-feldman.com/ Support the show Please share and support the podcast so we can reach more people who need the info and support. Want to know more? Join our facebook page Our websites: Randye Kaye Mindy Greiling Miriam (Mimi) Feldman

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  Episode #18

  Can Deep Brain Stimulation Change the Future of Schizophrenia? (Ep. 143)

  Jul 15, 202646 minS6

  Send a Text to the Moms - please include your contact info if you want a response. thanks! The podcast episode featured a discussion with Dr. Martijn Figee and Dr. Alexander Charney from the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai about deep brain stimulation (DBS) as a potential treatment for schizophrenia. The doctors explained that DBS is a neurosurgical procedure involving the implantation of electrodes to target specific brain circuits, offering a durable treatment option for severe, treatment-resistant symptoms like hallucinations and delusions. They shared that initial results from a small number of patients have been promising, with some experiencing immediate and significant symptom reduction. The treatment is currently in the experimental stage, with ongoing clinical trials at Mount Sinai and Johns Hopkins. The ideal patient for DBS would have chronic, medication-resistant symptoms and the ability to provide informed consent and comply with follow-up care. The conversation also touched on the challenges of schizophrenia research, the hope for future advancements, and the importance of participation in studies and brain donation for scientific progress. Link: https://icahn.mssm.edu/research/blau Mindy and her book: https://mindygreiling.com/ Randye and her book: https://randyekaye.com/ Miriam and her book: https://www.miriam-feldman.com/ Thanks for liking and sharing the podcast! Support the show Please share and support the podcast so we can reach more people who need the info and support. Want to know more? Join our facebook page Our websites: Randye Kaye Mindy Greiling Miriam (Mimi) Feldman

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  Episode #17

  Parenting Children with Serious Mental Illness - Navigating Grief, Hope, Advocacy and Joy (Ep. 142)

  Jul 7, 20261h 15mS6

  Send a Text to the Moms - please include your contact info if you want a response. thanks! OPLM (Other Parents Like Me) interview the 3 Moms! - Mimi Feldman, Mindy Greiling, Randye Kaye - Together, we'll explore how to hold both grief and hope, care for yourself while supporting your child, navigate overwhelming systems, set healthy boundaries, and support your entire family through the challenges. Most importantly, we want you to know that you are not alone—there is connection, understanding, and a path forward. Thanks to OPLM for making this members-only content available to all our listeners. You can learn more about them, the free resources, and membership benefits, at https://oplm.com/ Other Parents Like Me is the nation’s largest, most accessible online community designed exclusively for parents of teens and young adults struggling with mental health challenges. Support the show Please share and support the podcast so we can reach more people who need the info and support. Want to know more? Join our facebook page Our websites: Randye Kaye Mindy Greiling Miriam (Mimi) Feldman

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