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Confessions of a Reluctant Caregiver

By: JJ Natalie and Emilie
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  • The Confessions of a Reluctant Caregiver podcast will offer a candid, unfiltered space to confess the good, the bad, and the ugly of being a caregiver through storytelling, guest interviews, and information sharing. JJ, Natalie, and Emilie are a trio of sisters supporting their mom living with Parkinson's, and a husband who survived cancer. Along with their guests, they discuss their shared experiences in caregiving. Viewers and listeners alike will relate to our reluctance, be affirmed in their ability to be caregivers, and gain the courage to confidently step out of the shadows to express their own needs. You 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. So grab your favorite guilty pleasure, and let's get to confessing!
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  • 🔒 Beverly Barnett - After the Confesssion
    Jul 23 2024

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    22 mins
  • Leaving a Legacy of Health: Caregiving Experiences and the Drive to Educate Others
    Jul 23 2024

    Beverly Barnett is a registered nurse and men's health advocate. She has dedicated her life and career to healthcare after developing a passion for nursing as a young girl receiving treatment at a segregated clinic in her hometown. She drew inspiration from the compassionate nurses who cared for her during this difficult time.

    Beverly shared her personal caregiving journey of caring for her husband after he was diagnosed with late-stage colorectal cancer. Despite being a nurse, she struggled with feelings of anger that he had ignored symptoms for so long before seeking treatment. She cared for him at home for the three years he battled the disease, which took an emotional toll. After his passing, Barnett was inspired to help educate others, especially black men, about the importance of early detection and regular doctor visits.

    Through her nursing experience and family health challenges, Barnett has gained valuable perspectives that she utilizes in her mission to promote proactive healthcare. She continues advocating for men's health issues while also caring for her aging father with dementia. Barnett's story illustrates the lifelong impact of caregiving and how personal experiences can shape one's career and drive to help others.

    About Beverly:

    For Beverly Barnett, nursing is more than a job—it’s her calling. Inspired by a childhood illness, she pursued practical nursing right after high school and earned a bachelor’s degree within four years. Her dedication led her to obtain a Master of Science in Nursing, allowing her to teach and shape future nurses.

    Beverly’s passion extends to men’s wellness, particularly the health of Black men, influenced by her husband’s battle with cancer. She believes chronic illnesses rob families of priceless moments and advocates for men to lead by example in health practices.

    Beverly recommends four steps to promote proactive health among Black men: understand your family’s medical history, commit to annual check-ups, share your family’s health history with your doctor, and track health metrics. These steps aim to shift from reactive to proactive health management, fostering a healthier life journey.

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    49 mins
  • 🔒 Theresa Wilbanks - After the Confession
    Jul 16 2024

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    Website: www.confessionsofareluctantcaregiver.com

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    18 mins

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These gals keep it real

They share the good, bad, struggles, and obstacles of caregiving with heart and humor. I follow them on Linked In and am excited to have their podcasts more easily available.

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