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120: Confessions of a Reluctant Caregiver with JJ Elliott Hill, Natalie Elliott Handy & Emilie Elliott - Episode 120
120: Confessions of a Reluctant Caregiver with JJ Elliott Hill, Natalie Elliott Handy & Emilie Elliott - Episode 120
120: Confessions of a Reluctant Caregiver with JJ Elliott Hill, Natalie Elliott Handy & Emilie Elliott - Episode 120
Wednesday 22nd October 2025
Join the Elliott sisters for heartfelt caregiving stories, sharing laughter and tears while supporting family through illness.
46 minutes
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Episode Overview
- Caregiving can strengthen family bonds despite challenges.
- Open communication is crucial for managing stress in relationships.
- Self-care is essential for caregivers to maintain their well-being.
- Advocacy is key in navigating healthcare systems effectively.
- Humour can be a powerful tool to cope with difficult situations.
"My caregiving journey is certainly overwhelming, disheartening, and chaotic at times. But it's important to not get stuck in the yuckiness of forever."
Experience the emotional and inspiring tales of recovery with the Elliott sisters as they share their heartfelt journey in caregiving. This episode is a rollercoaster of emotions, filled with laughter, tears, and everything in between. JJ Elliott Hill, Natalie Elliott Handy, and Emilie Elliott candidly discuss the challenges and joys of supporting their mother with Parkinson's disease and a husband who survived cancer.
Their stories are not just about the trials of caregiving but also about finding strength in vulnerability and the power of sibling support. Joining them is Trisha Fitzgerald, an educator and community leader with over 20 years of experience. Trisha shares her own caregiving journey that began with her children being diagnosed with autoimmune inflammatory arthritis. Her story is one of resilience and the importance of self-advocacy in the face of medical challenges.
The episode highlights the significance of open communication within families, the necessity of self-care for caregivers, and the unique challenges faced by those caring for loved ones with chronic illnesses. It's a reminder that while caregiving can be overwhelming, it can also bring families closer together. With a mix of personal anecdotes and broader insights, this episode is both informative and uplifting.
Whether you're a caregiver or simply interested in heartfelt stories, this episode offers a glimpse into the complexities of caregiving with a touch of humour and warmth. So, how do you find light in the darkest times? Perhaps this episode has the answers.