Known as "The Inspiration Nurse", Donna Cardillo has motivated thousands - including countless nurses - to lead more empowered, authentic lives. The author of four books, Donna has faced many challenges in life with grit, determination, and even humor. She inspires audiences at large conferences and facilitates more intimate retreats, all while caregiving for her husband, Joe, who has lived with multiple sclerosis for nearly 30 years. 
http://www.donnacardillo.com
http://www.sandralevine.com

Author Rosemary Rawlins' husband Hugh suffered a traumatic brain injury in 2002 after being hit by a car while riding his bicycle. Rosemary talks about the anguish of realizing her husband no longer recognized her, Hugh's long, arduous, and remarkable  recovery, and a book she wrote about the experience called "Learning by Accident". More than two decades after the accident, Rosemary and Hugh are both doing well, grateful for their family, friends, and their many other blessings.
Resources
BrainLine - http://www.brainline.org
Sandra Levine Productions - http://www.sandralevine.com

Filmmaker Sandra Levine launches her podcast Still Time for Joy with critical information for dementia caregivers who are new to helping a loved one on this difficult journey.
Deb Hallisey is a caregiver advocate, certified dementia practitioner, consultant, and author who provides invaluable practical advice on effective communication, setting boundaries, difficult emotions, and more, and on how to find moments of joy among the heartache.
Deb Hallisey's website: http://advocateformomanddad.com 
Alzheimer's Association website: http://alz.org
Sandra Levine Productions: http://sandralevine.com

This show is available as a video podcast on YouTube @SandraLevineProd

Launching May 7th, 2024, Still Time for Joy features practical advice for weathering life's storms, and inspiring stories of resilience. The show is also available as a video podcast on YouTube @SandraLevineProd.

Host Sandra Levine interviews experts on caregiving, trauma, grief, and other intense challenges to provide a road map for survival. Heroes and healers, adventurers and innovators encourage you to pursue more self-care, reflection, connection, and fun—and your own unique and joyful purpose.

Sandra is a television producer, filmmaker, and speaker who spent 20 years as a caregiver, first for her husband Michael, who had a brain injury, and then for her mother Dorothy, who had Alzheimer's Disease. She created this show to share lessons learned from those experiences to help you get through difficult times, too. 

Listen to this 2-minute trailer to find out more.