UK Health Radio Podcast

UK Health Radio Podcast

UK Health Radio Podcast

  • 79: Confessions of a Reluctant Caregiver with JJ Elliott Hill, Natalie Elliott Handy & Emilie Elliott - Episode 79

79: Confessions of a Reluctant Caregiver with JJ Elliott Hill, Natalie Elliott Handy & Emilie Elliott - Episode 79

Wednesday 1st January 2025

Join JJ, Natalie, Emilie, and guest Bonnie Chavez as they share the highs and lows of caregiving, blending humour with heartfelt stories.
45 minutes
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Confessions of a Reluctant Caregiver: Laughter and Lessons

Episode Overview

  • Balancing caregiving with personal life.
  • Using humour to cope with caregiving challenges.
  • Understanding cultural expectations in caregiving.
  • Importance of sibling support.
  • Practical tips for new caregivers.
'It's hilarious, scary, endearing, annoying, and beautiful.'
The UK Health Radio Podcast episode titled 'Confessions of a Reluctant Caregiver' features the dynamic trio of sisters, JJ Elliott Hill, Natalie Elliott Handy, and Emilie Elliott. This episode dives into their heartfelt journey of caregiving for their mother with Parkinson's disease and a husband who has survived cancer. The sisters share the good, the bad, and the downright unbelievable moments of their caregiving experience, blending humour with genuine emotion to paint a vivid picture of their lives.
You'll hear touching stories, laugh-out-loud anecdotes, and practical advice that any caregiver can relate to and benefit from. Guest Bonnie Chavez joins the conversation, adding her unique perspective as an only child in a Mexican family, juggling cultural expectations and personal ambitions. Bonnie's story is filled with laughter, challenges, and heartwarming moments that resonate deeply with anyone who has ever been a caregiver.
By the end of the episode, you'll feel a sense of camaraderie and gain the courage to voice your own needs as a caregiver. So why not take a moment to listen in? You'll find comfort in knowing you're not alone on this journey.