Confessions of a Reluctant Caregiver

Presenter
We are a trio of sisters supporting our mom who is living with Parkinson’s disease, and a husband who survived cancer. We share the good, the bad, and the completely unbelievable of our caregiving journey.
Through storytelling, guest interviews, and helpful information, JJ, Natalie, Emilie and their guests discuss their shared experiences. Viewers and listeners alike will relate to the reluctance, be affirmed in their ability to be a caregiver and gain the courage to step out of the shadows to confidently express their own needs.
The goal is to instil hope by giving caregivers permission to share their thoughts and feelings in a safe and nurturing place. A judgment-free space where caregivers can be their most authentic selves, confessing their truths without shame or fear of rejection. Caregivers are sure to laugh, cry, and everything in between but in the end, all will leave feeling better for the journey and part of the sisterhood of care.
Episodes
Confessions of a Reluctant Caregiver
Erin Gaylean, a caregiver for her father and sister, shared insights on mindset, advocacy, and support, emphasising organised questions, gratitude, and therapy.
Confessions of a Reluctant Caregiver
Kandis Draw balanced her mom's cancer care and raising siblings. She advocates for self-care and awareness, especially for Black women with gynaecological cancers.
Confessions of a Reluctant Caregiver
Veteran caregiver Joy LeVerde supports 10 plus people. Her keys - delegate, communicate, set boundaries, seek support, and prioritise self-care through grief and guilt.
Confessions of a Reluctant Caregiver
Rachel Shapiro shares her journey of caregiving after her daughter's stroke, balancing family, work, and hope as she navigates life's unexpected challenges.
Confessions of a Reluctant Caregiver
Stacy Ryan's powerful journey through cancer, loss and love - from caregiving to finding joy again, proving life can bloom after heartbreak.
Confessions of a Reluctant Caregiver
Ari Medrano shares her powerful journey of caregiving, from family to strangers, with humour, love and an unbreakable spirit of compassion.