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8: JJ Elliott Hill, Natalie Elliott Handy & Emilie Elliott - Confessions of a Reluctant Caregiver- Episode 8
8: JJ Elliott Hill, Natalie Elliott Handy & Emilie Elliott - Confessions of a Reluctant Caregiver- Episode 8
8: JJ Elliott Hill, Natalie Elliott Handy & Emilie Elliott - Confessions of a Reluctant Caregiver- Episode 8
Sunday 15th October 2023
Join JJ Elliott Hill, Natalie Elliott Handy, and Emilie Elliott as they share their caregiving experiences on 'Confessions of a Reluctant Caregiver'.
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Episode Overview
- The episode delves into the significance of therapeutic journaling for caregivers
- Highlights the emotional and physical challenges caregivers face
- Addresses the lack of adequate support for caregivers
- Emphasizes the need for peer support at the onset of a loved one's diagnosis
- Encourages caregivers to share their thoughts and seek the resources and support they need
My mom was a huge volunteer her whole life, right? So we got here to Colorado and I thought, she is not going to get better just sitting around and doing therapy an hour a day or whatever. So I reached out to them about volunteering and my mom and I would go in. And we started with just stuffing envelopes and, you know, putting labels on things and stuff that she could do.
Ever wondered what it's like to juggle the demands of caregiving with the rest of life's challenges? In this episode of 'Confessions of a Reluctant Caregiver' on the UK Health Radio podcast, JJ Elliott Hill, Natalie Elliott Handy, and Emilie Elliott open up about their heartfelt journey. They share personal stories of supporting their mom through Parkinson's disease and a husband who survived cancer.
Through candid discussions and touching anecdotes, they reveal the emotional highs and lows that come with being a caregiver. The episode also brings in insights from Lori Ramos-Lemasters, who talks about the therapeutic power of journaling for caregivers. She highlights the emotional and physical tolls caregiving can take, and why having peer support from the get-go is crucial. This episode aims to normalize the struggles of aging and caregiving, offering hope and practical advice for those on similar paths.
Whether you're a caregiver yourself or know someone who is, this episode is a treasure trove of wisdom and empathy.