UK Health Radio Podcast
UK Health Radio Podcast
52: Confessions of a Reluctant Caregiver with JJ Elliott Hill, Natalie Elliott Handy & Emilie Elliott - Episode 52
52: Confessions of a Reluctant Caregiver with JJ Elliott Hill, Natalie Elliott Handy & Emilie Elliott - Episode 52
52: Confessions of a Reluctant Caregiver with JJ Elliott Hill, Natalie Elliott Handy & Emilie Elliott - Episode 52
Wednesday 14th August 2024
Join JJ Elliott Hill, Natalie Elliott Handy & Emilie Elliott as they share their heartfelt caregiving journey. Gain insights, courage, and hope from their experiences.
46 minutes
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Episode Overview
- Caregiving often starts at a young age and brings unique challenges.
- Balancing school and caregiving responsibilities can be tough.
- Support systems and community resources are crucial.
- Open communication about needs and struggles is vital.
- Emotional resilience is key to managing caregiving stress.
As a young carer, I frequently worried that my mother might die. My life seemed very different to that of my peers.
Ever wondered what it’s like to be a caregiver? This episode of the UK Health Radio Podcast offers a heartfelt glimpse into the lives of JJ Elliott Hill, Natalie Elliott Handy, and Emilie Elliott as they navigate the ups and downs of caregiving. The trio shares their deeply personal journey of supporting their mum with Parkinson’s disease and a husband who survived cancer.
With humour and raw honesty, they discuss the challenges, triumphs, and the often unbelievable moments that come with being a reluctant caregiver. Dr. Phelan Lewis joins them to share her own experience of becoming a caregiver at a young age after her mother’s botched spinal surgery. Her story is both touching and inspiring, highlighting the resilience required in such roles. From dealing with school absences to managing household responsibilities, this episode sheds light on the unspoken struggles youth caregivers face.
The sisters aim to give caregivers the courage to voice their own needs and instil hope through shared experiences. If you’re looking for an episode that combines personal anecdotes with broader insights into caregiving, this one’s for you. Don’t miss out on the chance to feel seen, heard, and supported.