In this heartfelt episode of Caregiver Conversations, hosts Kristie King and Antonia Harbin-Lamb sit down with Marty Fischhoff Detroit PBS and Grace Burns, a physical therapist and devoted daughter, to explore the emotional and practical realities of caregiving. Marty discusses how storytelling and media can uplift caregivers’ voices and highlight the importance of empathy in public narratives. Grace shares her personal experience caring for her mother while balancing her professional work in home health, offering listeners real insight into compassion, resilience, and family care.
Hosts: Kristie King and Antonia Harbin-Lamb
Detroit PBS
Southeast Michigan Senior Regional Collaborative — www.semirc.org
Neighborhood Legal Services Michigan — www.nlsmichigan.org
The power of storytelling in caregiving awareness
Balancing professional care work with family caregiving
Mental and emotional health for caregivers
Building supportive communities and media partnerships
The role of empathy in both home and professional care