UK Health Radio Podcast
UK Health Radio Podcast
59: Confessions of a Reluctant Caregiver with JJ Elliott Hill, Natalie Elliott Handy & Emilie Elliott - Episode 59
59: Confessions of a Reluctant Caregiver with JJ Elliott Hill, Natalie Elliott Handy & Emilie Elliott - Episode 59
59: Confessions of a Reluctant Caregiver with JJ Elliott Hill, Natalie Elliott Handy & Emilie Elliott - Episode 59
Wednesday 18th September 2024
Join the Elliott sisters as they share their caregiving journey, balancing humour and heartfelt moments with practical advice and guest stories.
45 minutes
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Episode Overview
- The emotional highs and lows of caregiving for a parent with Parkinson's disease.
- Balancing work, personal life, and caregiving responsibilities.
- The importance of self-care for caregivers.
- Guest stories that provide practical advice and emotional support.
- Encouraging caregivers to voice their needs and find joy in their roles.
You have to find the magic and the joy in the middle of caregiving
In this heartwarming episode of the UK Health Radio Podcast, the Elliott sisters—JJ, Natalie, and Emilie—open up about their journey as reluctant caregivers. Supporting their mother with Parkinson's disease and a husband who has survived cancer, they share the highs, lows, and downright unbelievable moments of caregiving. The sisters' candid storytelling, combined with guest interviews and practical advice, creates a relatable and inspiring narrative for anyone on a similar path.
Special guest Christine Sosa, an experienced nurse who has cared for hundreds at the end of life, joins the discussion. Christine’s journey began as a young teen caring for her grandfather and an elderly woman with dementia, shaping her into the compassionate caregiver she is today. Her stories of balancing work, family, and personal loss are both touching and enlightening. The episode touches on the emotional toll of caregiving, the importance of self-care, and finding joy amidst the chaos.
The sisters aim to give caregivers permission to voice their needs and find hope in their roles. This episode is a must-listen for anyone involved in caregiving, offering a blend of empathy, practical tips, and a few laughs along the way. Tune in to feel seen, heard, and inspired to take on your caregiving challenges with renewed courage.