DiscoverCaregiver ConversationsEpisode 39 – Grace, Grit, and Self-Care: Navigating the Emotional Journey of Family Caregiving
Episode 39 – Grace, Grit, and Self-Care: Navigating the Emotional Journey of Family Caregiving

Episode 39 – Grace, Grit, and Self-Care: Navigating the Emotional Journey of Family Caregiving

Update: 2025-04-08
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Caregiving Journey

  • Lora shares her story caring for both parents and now her sister
  • Talks about denial, emotional shifts, and adjusting expectations

Family Dynamics

  • Navigating sibling roles and responsibility
  • Focusing on the care recipient over family tension

Self-Care & Respite

  • Importance of rest, routines, and time for yourself
  • Encouragement to prioritize well-being without guilt

Mental Health & Mindset

  • Addressing generational resistance to therapy
  • Staying positive, practicing self-love, and setting boundaries

Caregiver Tools & Final Reflections

  • No one-size-fits-all approach—use what works
  • Don’t be afraid to ask for help and share your journey

Learn More
Connect with Lora through the National Kidney Foundation of Michigan: lstafford@nkfm.org
Learn more about caregiving resources at: www.semisrc.org
Contact us: info@miseniors.org | 888-341-8593


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Episode 39 – Grace, Grit, and Self-Care: Navigating the Emotional Journey of Family Caregiving

Episode 39 – Grace, Grit, and Self-Care: Navigating the Emotional Journey of Family Caregiving

Antonia Harbin-Lamb