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Caregiver Chronicles

Caregiver Crisis: The Struggle to Care for Those Who Need It Most

The caregiver crisis is reaching a breaking point. As our population ages, the need for dedicated caregivers grows. However, low wages and demanding work conditions...

“I’m Not Giving Up On My Child”: A Mom’s Story of Love with Borderline Personality Disorder

Raising a child with a mental illness like borderline personality disorder (BPD) can feel overwhelming, isolating, and downright exhausting. Stacy Ross, a mom and...

The Invisible Burden: Supporting Caregivers in the Workplace

On "Mental Breakthroughs," host Jessica Reyes and guest author Zack Demopoulos discuss the challenges caregivers face. Caregiving = Stress The emotional strain of caregiving can heavily...

Family Feud: Disagreeing About Care for Elderly Parent

On "Life Quakes" hosts Jessica Reyes, Patricia Wu and guest Zack Demopoulos offers advice to a viewer whose siblings disagree with her...

Totally Exhausted as a Caregiver. How Do I Keep Going?

On "Life Quakes" hosts Patricia Wu, Jessica Reyes, and guest Zack Demopoulos offers advice to a viewer who's desperately trying to care for her chronically...

My Spouse Has Cancer – How Do I Cope As a Caregiver?

On 'Life Quakes', hosts Patricia Wu, Jessica Reyes, and guest Gregory O. Proctor hears from a viewer who is struggling to care for her husband...

Navigating Caregiving: Tips for Prioritizing Yourself

On 'Mental Breakthroughs,' host Patricia Wu and guest Dr. Jude Black discuss the often unspoken challenges and profound rewards of caregiving. It's Okay to Feel...

Caring for Aging Parent with Alzheimer’s – How Do I Avoid Burnout?

On 'Life Quakes', a viewer shares the struggle of becoming his mother's primary caregiver after her Alzheimer's diagnosis. Hosts Patricia Wu, Jessica Reyes, and...