119: Confessions of a Reluctant Caregiver with JJ Elliott Hill, Natalie Elliott Handy & Emilie Elliott - Episode 119119: Confessions of a Reluctant Caregiver with JJ Elliott Hill, Natalie Elliott Handy & Emilie Elliott - Episode 119
UK Health Radio Podcast
JJ, Natalie, and Emilie share their experiences as caregivers for their mother with Parkinson's. Joined by Neil Shah, they discuss healthcare challenges and solutions.
45:42•15 Oct 2025
Confessions of Caregiving: A Heartfelt Journey
Episode Overview
- Caregiving can be both challenging and rewarding.
- The healthcare system often fails to support caregivers adequately.
- Innovative solutions like Careyaya offer affordable care options.
- Family dynamics play a crucial role in caregiving responsibilities.
- It's important to balance personal needs with caregiving duties.
“"I actually like being a caregiver. I like helping somebody who's suffering or struggling."”
Experience the emotional and inspiring tales of recovery as JJ Elliott Hill, Natalie Elliott Handy, and Emilie Elliott take you on a journey through the ups and downs of caregiving. This episode of the UK Health Radio Podcast features the three sisters candidly sharing their experiences caring for their mother with Parkinson's and a husband who survived cancer. With humour and heart, they explore the unexpected challenges and joys of caregiving.
Special guest Neil Shah, a former finance whiz turned caregiving advocate, joins the conversation to share his personal story of caring for his grandfather and wife. Neil's insights into the broken healthcare system and his innovative solution, Careyaya, provide a fresh perspective on how caregivers can find support. If you're a caregiver or know someone who is, this episode offers relatable stories, helpful tips, and a dose of laughter.
It’s a reminder that while caregiving can be tough, it can also be deeply rewarding. So, how do you balance caring for others while taking care of yourself? Tune in to find out!

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