EP0 - Welcome to: Who Said I Can't Smile for ALZ Caregivers

The hardest part about Alzheimer's caregiving isn't caregiving itself. It's watching your loved ones slowly disappear and losing yourself in the process.

Welcome to Who Said I Can't Smile for Alzheimer's Caregivers. This is an eight episode weekly podcast.

In this conversation, Ronda Wells discusses the profound emotional challenges faced by Alzheimer's caregivers, particularly in communities of color. She emphasizes the heavy stigmas associated with caregiving and the importance of breaking these stigmas to foster a supportive environment.

Ronda encourages caregivers to appreciate the time spent with their loved ones despite the difficulties they face. The hardest part about Alzheimer's caregiving isn't caregiving itself.

Watching a loved one slowly disappear is emotionally taxing. Caregivers often face heavy stigmas, especially in communities of color.

These stigmas can hurt both the caregiver and the loved one. It's important to dispel these stigmas for better support.

Appreciating the time with loved ones is crucial. Managing medication is a significant responsibility for caregivers.

Grieving the loss of the person they used to be is part of the journey. Sharing experiences can help alleviate feelings of isolation.

Finding reasons to smile is essential for caregivers. 00:00 "It's hurting you, the caregiver. 01:03 "Let's dispel these stigmas." Music: Throughout History Sugar In Your Smile Music licensed through Soundstripe. Code: LYVBD9EXXQVU5TLC, EGG9D9SZ52MCL5Z5 Thank you to: My parents who I miss very much My family who have been so supportive My guests on this podcast - amazing & passionate individuals Emerging Voices Team and Podcast Mates 'just say it'