Barbara discusses the importance of “Caring for the Caregivers” and how all of the family caregivers across the country are truly the unsung heroes. (August 2025)

“Death is not like what you see in the movies." ~ Barbara Karnes Listen to this incredible episode of “Basics with Barbara” as she explains the dying process and how similar it is to the birthing process. (October 2025)

Is pain part of dying—or the disease? Barbara dispels myths about pain at the end of life, emphasizing that discomfort often stems from the illness, not the dying process itself. Learn how proper education on hospice care and pain management can bring comfort to loved ones during this delicate time. “Pain at End of Life: What You Need to Know About End of Life Comfort and Pain Management” is a valuable tool to have at the bedside when caring for your loved one. (March 2026)

Barbara Karnes, RN, shares how, through stories, compassionate insight, and end-of-life perspectives, we explore how healing can still happen even when circumstances cannot be changed. Discussing how individuals facing the end of life often seek closure, meaning, forgiveness, and peace—those lessons can guide all of us long before our final days. Because while regrets are part of the human experience, peace can be found there, too. (May 2026)

Financial guardrails are flexible systems and supports that can be adjusted as caregiving situations evolve. Watch this video to learn practical ways to create more clarity, reduce overwhelm, improve communication, and add appropriate levels of support without unnecessarily taking away independence.

(May 2026)

Janice Pierce

Achieve Financial Partners

This video will provide you with a detailed understanding of the Healthcare Advance Directive forms for Idaho. This session will also provide guidance about how to talk with your family and friends about your healthcare preferences and choices.

(April 2021)

The Funeral Consumers Alliance of Idaho is a non-profit organization empowering people to choose simple, meaningful, and affordable after-death arrangements.

(March 2025)

Executors play a pivotal role in estate planning and management, a task that encompasses legal, financial, and emotional challenges. From the immediate aftermath of death, dealing with body disposition and securing property, to the complexities of asset distribution and closing the estate, this talk unpacks the executor’s journey. It highlights the practical steps involved, the potential for family disputes, and the emotional toll on the executor.

(Spring 2024)