Coping with Caregiver Grief in Dementia: Insights with Elaine Messarra and Kim Hegwood

“The Caregiver experiences a loss of the relationship before they experience the loss of that life.”
Elaine Messara

Title: Coping with Caregiver Grief in Dementia: Insights with Elaine Messarra and Kim Hegwood

In this episode of “Life Happens with Kim Hegwood,” Kim Hegwood explores the topic of caregivers experiencing Grief while caring for someone with dementia. She is joined by guest Elaine Messarra, who provides valuable insight and expertise on the subject.

They discuss the normalcy of caregivers experiencing Grief even before the passing of their loved ones. They also look at what signs to look for in grieving caregivers, and the role of guilt in the grieving process.

Additionally, they delve into practical ways to help caregivers navigate the grieving process and share personal anecdotes and examples that shed light on this complex and emotional journey.

Tune in to gain a deeper understanding of the impact of dementia caregiving and how to provide effective support to those going through this experience.

How to Contact Elaine

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My email: elainemessarra@gmail.com

Bio:
Elaine Messarra is a compassionate Caregiver who has experienced the challenges of caring for a loved one with dementia. She understands the bond between Caregiver and patient, and the heartbreak of watching the changes that come with the disease. Elaine is familiar with anticipatory Grief, a clinical term for the early Grief that can set in as a Caregiver anticipates the loss of their loved one. Through her personal experiences, Elaine is dedicated to providing support and understanding to others facing similar challenges.

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Kim Hegwood Attorney at Law, Podcaster

Kim Hegwood, born in Bay City, is an Elder Law and Estate Planning Attorney based in Houston, Texas. Kim has been a practicing Attorney since she graduated from South Texas College of Law in 1996. After watching her grandparents struggle to maintain their independence as they grew older, trying to navigate the challenges of aging, and deal with the legal, financial, and emotional challenges that our loved ones face in their golden years, Kim dedicated her career to helping families preserve their dignity and protect their assets.