Episode 1: Navigating the Challenges of Caring for Loved Ones
Welcome to the very first episode of Hey Mom, We Never Prepared For This! 🎉 Hosted by Angela Vanderpool, a senior living expert with over 17 years in the field and an Advanced Certified Grief Recovery Specialist, this episode lays the foundation for everything this podcast is about—supporting adult children and caregivers who find themselves suddenly navigating the world of aging parents.
In this heartfelt solo episode, Angela opens up about her own caregiving journey—one that began with her own father and inspired the entire podcast. She shares the raw, real emotions of what it's like to feel unprepared, overwhelmed, and even isolated when you're suddenly responsible for caring for someone you love.
Angela discusses:
- The emotional toll caregiving can take
- What she wishes she knew before starting
- Why this podcast is a safe space for honest conversations
- And how you can begin to find peace, clarity, and connection in this journey
Whether you’re knee-deep in decisions about assisted living, worried about memory loss, or just feeling emotionally wiped out—this podcast is for you. No fluff. Just real talk, real stories, and practical tools to help you feel a little less alone.
This episode is inspired by Angela’s father, whose love, life, and legacy continue to guide her mission to support families everywhere.
Sponsored by:
Dharma Healthcare Management
Sponsor URL: https://www.dharmahealthcare.net/en/
Podcast Details:
Host: Angela Vanderpool
Company Name: Dharma Healthcare Management
Podcast Name: Hey Mom, We Never Prepared For This
Podcast URL: https://heymompodcast.com
YouTube Link: https://www.youtube.com/@heymom-weneverpreparedforthis
Address: 4701 SW Admiral Way #174, Seattle, WA 98116
Contact Number: 541.280.3786
Email: angela@whisperingwinds.info
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