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95: The 'D' Word with Pete Hill - Episode 95
95: The 'D' Word with Pete Hill - Episode 95
95: The 'D' Word with Pete Hill - Episode 95
Friday 22nd November 2024
Suzanne White shares her transformative journey from the music industry to becoming a caregiver for her parents, offering valuable insights on dementia care.
34 minutes
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Episode Overview
- Suzanne White shares her journey from music industry to caregiving.
- Discusses emotional challenges and mistakes in dementia care.
- Highlights the importance of a supportive caregiver community.
- Emphasises finding joy and humour amidst caregiving hardships.
- Offers insights on healing relationships through caregiving.
I quickly realised I had a choice. I could be miserable or I could embrace my journey by being present one day at a time.
In this episode of The 'D' Word, Pete Hill sits down with Suzanne White, the dynamic founder of Caregiver Warrior. Suzanne's journey from the music industry to becoming a dedicated caregiver for her parents is both touching and inspiring. She shares her personal story of how caring for her parents, particularly her mother who had dementia, transformed her life and led her to become an advocate for caregivers everywhere.
Suzanne candidly discusses the emotional rollercoaster of caregiving, including the challenges, mistakes, and the ultimate healing she experienced in her relationship with her parents. With humour and honesty, she reveals how she learned to navigate the unpredictable world of dementia care, often feeling overwhelmed but finding strength in community and support from other caregivers. Suzanne's insights highlight the importance of embracing the journey one day at a time and finding joy amidst the hardships.
This episode is a heartfelt conversation filled with valuable lessons for anyone touched by dementia or caregiving.