Chris MacLellan is an inspiring figure in the world of caregiving. After caring for his partner, Richard, during his battle with a terminal illness, Chris was inspired to establish the Whole Care Network. In this place, caregivers can find support, connection, and understanding. With a strong background in social work and senior care, Chris is well-versed in the challenges caregivers face daily. He's also the author of "What's The Deal With Caregiving?" which tackles the different stages of caregiving. Chris will share how humor and positivity can help caregivers through difficult times, providing much-needed encouragement and guidance.

Chris, a former caregiver and social worker, found solace in the power of positivity and humor while caring for his late partner, Richard, who battled esophageal cancer. Chris and Richard's connection was strong, and they navigated the challenges of caregiving together. Maintaining open and honest conversations built a foundation of support and understanding, allowing them to find pockets of joy amidst their trials.

In this episode, you will:

1. Gain practical self-care strategies for caregivers to ensure mental and physical well-being.
2. Uncover innovative ways for caregivers to communicate effectively with doctors.
3. Discover the power of positivity and humor in overcoming the hurdles of caregiving.
4. Learn how to create valuable support networks for caregivers online and offline.
5. Embrace the importance of establishing trust in caregiving relationships through finding your unique "why."

About Chris:

Christopher MacLellan is affectionally known as the Bow Tie Guy in the vast network of family caregivers and is the founder and CEO of the Whole Care Network. Chris and his now-deceased partner were featured in a 2015 Pulitzer Prize-nominated story entitled “In Sickness and in Health: A Couple’s Final Journey,” which propelled him to write his book "What's The Deal with Caregiving and develop the Whole Care Network. The motto at the Whole Care Network is “helping you tell your story, one podcast at a time” because it is through story sharing where diversity meets the road to collaborate on a common cause, and our common cause is to supports caregivers, before, during and after caregiving ends.  Now, Chris is Aging Gayfully!

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