UK Health Radio Podcast
UK Health Radio Podcast
62: Confessions of a Reluctant Caregiver with JJ Elliott Hill, Natalie Elliott Handy & Emilie Elliott - Episode 62
62: Confessions of a Reluctant Caregiver with JJ Elliott Hill, Natalie Elliott Handy & Emilie Elliott - Episode 62
62: Confessions of a Reluctant Caregiver with JJ Elliott Hill, Natalie Elliott Handy & Emilie Elliott - Episode 62
Wednesday 9th October 2024
Join JJ, Natalie, Emilie, and guest Suzanne White as they share their heartfelt and humorous caregiving stories on UK Health Radio Podcast.
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Episode Overview
- Caregiving can be an emotional rollercoaster filled with highs and lows.
- Having powers of attorney is crucial for managing medical and financial decisions.
- Balancing work and caregiving requires strong time management skills.
- Self-care is essential for caregivers to avoid burnout.
- Seeking support from others can make the caregiving journey more manageable.
"Of course we're going to do it. Of course we're going to be committed. Of course we're going to try to do it perfectly because that's what we do as caregiver warriors."
In this heartfelt episode of the UK Health Radio Podcast, you'll meet JJ Elliott Hill, Natalie Elliott Handy, and Emilie Elliott, a trio of sisters who share their raw and often humorous experiences of caregiving. The episode titled 'Confessions of a Reluctant Caregiver' brings forth their journey of supporting their mother living with Parkinson's disease and a husband who survived cancer.
The sisters don't hold back as they recount the good, the bad, and the downright unbelievable moments they've faced along the way. The episode features a special guest, Suzanne White, known as the 'Caregiver Warrior'. Suzanne shares her profound experiences of caring for her parents - a mother with dementia and a father who chose open-heart surgery at 87 to extend his life for his wife.
Suzanne's story is both touching and inspiring, revealing how caregiving allowed her to heal relationships and find deeper meaning in her role. The conversation is filled with practical advice, candid confessions, and plenty of laughs. From discussing the importance of having powers of attorney to the emotional rollercoaster that caregiving entails, this episode offers valuable insights for anyone in a similar situation.
The sisters and Suzanne talk about the challenges of balancing work and caregiving, the importance of self-care, and the necessity of seeking support from others. By sharing their stories, the hosts aim to instil hope and courage in fellow caregivers, reminding them that it's okay to express their needs and seek help. Whether you're a caregiver yourself or know someone who is, this episode is a must-listen for its honesty, humour, and heartfelt advice.
Tune in to hear how these sisters navigate the complexities of caregiving with grace, grit, and a touch of humour. You'll walk away feeling less alone and more equipped to handle the ups and downs of caregiving.