THE PODCAST BY CAREGIVERS, FOR CAREGIVERS

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Cortney & Julie Steinbacher
Cortney & Julie Steinbacher
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Nana with some of her favorite people
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ABOUT "HEY WOMAN"

Welcome to Hey Woman, a podcast where caregiving, grief, and resilience take center stage. The title is an homage to our matriarch, who chuckled when we greeted her by saying “Hey woman!” Hosted by mother-daughter duo Julie and Cortney, this heartfelt series dives into the joys and challenges of supporting loved ones through life’s most profound moments. With equal parts empathy and humor, Hey Woman celebrates strength, honors legacy, and creates a warm community for anyone navigating the caregiving journey.

WHY WE'RE DOING THIS

Caregiving isn’t just about taking care of someone—it’s about navigating emotions, finding purpose in the chaos, and sometimes wrestling with grief that feels unbearable.

Hey Woman is about the transformative power of sharing these stories and holding space for one another. This podcast is our way of creating connection—a space for caregivers to laugh, cry, and feel seen.

PODCAST EPISODES

Assisted Living vs Aging in Place: What’s Best for Your Loved One? | Senior Care Guide

By Cortney Steinbacher | June 25, 2026
Assisted living or aging in place—which is the right choice for your loved one? In this episode, we break down the key differences with Virla Ocker, Admissions Director at Nippenose Valley Village. Learn how to evaluate senior living communities, what to look for during facility tours, and the critical questions every family should ask before…
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Balancing Caregiving & Work: Legal Rights, Family Leave + Real-Life Tips

By Cortney Steinbacher | June 11, 2026
Caregiving while maintaining a career is one of the most challenging realities many families face today. In this episode, Courtney and Julie dive into the realities of balancing caregiving and employment—from navigating work-life balance to understanding legal protections and family leave options. Whether you’re caring for an aging parent or planning for the future, this…
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Why Caregiving Communication Breaks Down (And How Kolbe Helps Families Work Together)

By Cortney Steinbacher | May 28, 2026
Caregiving conflict isn’t always about what needs to be done—it’s about how each person naturally tries to do it. In this episode, Cortney Steinbacher and Julie Steinbacher explore how the Kolbe assessment can be a powerful tool for caregivers—helping families understand problem-solving styles, reduce tension, and make clearer decisions together. Listeners will discover: How Kolbe…
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Family Caregivers and the Crucial Role of Social Caregiving for Aging Parents

By Cortney Steinbacher | May 14, 2026
What happens when an aging parent is still physically independent, but suddenly more alone than anyone realizes? For many family caregivers, care begins long before medication lists, doctor visits, or daily hands-on help. It often starts with loneliness, lost routines, and the quiet fear that an aging loved one is slipping into isolation. Family caregiving…
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How Elder Care Has Evolved

By Cortney Steinbacher | April 30, 2026
Hosted by Julie and Cortney, this episode explores how modern tools can support caregivers, from familiar devices like Alexa and Apple Watch to virtual medical visits. Drawing on their real-life caregiving experience, they focus on practical uses, privacy considerations, and why starting small can make these tools easier to adopt and more effective over time.
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Making the Most of Caregiving Visits

By Cortney Steinbacher | April 16, 2026
Caregiving visits can feel overwhelming when time is limited and needs are constantly changing. In this episode, Cortney and Julie share practical ways to make visits more meaningful, focusing on presence over tasks, creative activities that foster connection, and routines that adapt as care needs evolve. A compassionate conversation about showing up with intention, even…
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