Early-Onset Alzheimer’s Caregiving, Identity Loss & Everyday Joy | Suzy McNamara
About this episode
A conversation about the impact of caregiving on identity and the importance of finding joy amidst challenges.
How does caregiving change who we become? In this deeply moving conversation, Isabel speaks with author Suzy McNamara about caring for her husband through early-onset Alzheimer’s, the grief of watching someone change, and the importance of finding joy in the present moment. This episode explores identity shifts, caregiver isolation, allowing others to help, and learning to honor yourself through the caregiving journey. A gentle, honest conversation for anyone navigating long-term care, grief, or the emotional weight of loving someone through illness.
Topics covered
- caregiving
- Alzheimer's
- identity loss
- grief
- joy
- caregiver isolation
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