From Caregiver to Advocate: A Son’s Fight to Raise Awareness for Parkinson’s

In this deeply moving episode of Middle-Class Matters, Renae and Brooke sit down with George, a devoted son, caregiver, author, and advocate in the fight against Parkinson’s disease. His book, A Son’s Journey from Parkinson’s Disease Caregiver to Advocate, is a heartfelt tribute to his mother, Sharon, his best friend and inspiration, and a powerful call for awareness, understanding, and hope. As nurses, Brooke and Renae have seen firsthand the toll Parkinson’s takes on patients and families, and this conversation is one every caregiver, family member, and community needs to hear. George shares the reality of the diagnosis, the courage of his mother’s fight, the bond that grew between them, and why advocacy matters so deeply in the journey toward a cure. If Parkinson’s has touched your life in any way, or if you love someone walking that road, this episode will bring comfort, clarity, and encouragement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices