STAY WELL While Caring for Someone You LOVE! S2 E19

STAY WELL While Caring for Someone You LOVE! – S2 E19When one person gets diagnosed, the entire family feels the impact.In this heartfelt and empowering episode of WellWaveNOW, we sit down with Katherine Autin—visionary entrepreneur, board-certified patient advocate, and founder of Visionary Caregivers and Parkinson’s Partners. As a 24/7 caregiver to her husband since 2004, Katherine brings hard-earned wisdom and compassionate guidance to every family caregiver walking the tightrope between self-sacrifice and self-care.We explore how to protect your health, identity, and sense of joy while supporting someone you love through illness or chronic care.This conversation is a lifeline for anyone providing care for a spouse, parent, or loved one. It will shift your mindset, equip you with practical tools, and inspire you to find strength in the struggle.We cover:• What most caregivers are never told—but desperately need to know• Katherine’s story: From fear and confusion to clarity and leadership• How to build a care team for your loved one and yourself• Tips for managing burnout, boundaries, and personal wellbeing• Why caregivers must give themselves permission to thrive• How to stay organized for emergencies and hospital visits• Lessons from running caregiver support groups for nearly two decadesWhether your loved one has Parkinson’s, cancer, Alzheimer’s, or another condition, this episode is for you. You do not have to lose yourself in the process of caring for someone else.