Podcast Playlists: Caregiving & Support Systems
A kidney cancer diagnosis affects more than the person receiving treatment—it impacts family members, caregivers, and loved ones as well. Our podcast, Kidney Cancer Unfiltered, addresses these through candid conversations with people across the spectrum of kidney cancer, from families navigating a diagnosis to doctors who treat patients every day to researchers on the frontlines of discovery.
This “Caregiving & Support Systems” playlist explores the vital role of caregivers and support systems, offering insights into family dynamics, supporting children, balancing caregiving responsibilities, and navigating cancer together. Through personal stories and expert perspectives, these conversations highlight the strength, challenges, and connections that can emerge along the way.
Caregiving
Sarah Bobo was a caregiver for her late father during his journey with kidney cancer. She shares insights on caring for a loved one, life after loss, and her emergence as a passionate advocate for self care and understanding, especially among other caregivers.
Pediatric Kidney Cancer: Affecting the Entire Family
Alexandra Sanders, mother to Andre “Dre” Sanders, who has a kidney cancer diagnosis, about pediatric kidney cancer, the unique challenges of his treatment, and the life-altering effects on his entire family.
Supporting Children When Their Parent Has Cancer
Cancer doesn’t just affect patients — it impacts families, too. Jay Stilwell, CEO of the nonprofit organization Kesem, shares how we can better support children when a parent has cancer and why early intervention matters.
In Their Own Words: A Family Conversation
Annamaria Scaccia sits down with her partner, Sam, and son, Kelly, for an intimate family conversation about the impact of her kidney and thyroid cancer diagnoses. Together, they reflect on their shared experiences, discuss emotions both spoken and unspoken, and explore how cancer affects not just the individual, but the entire family.
The Caregiver Balancing Act
Sarah Benitez, LCSW, OSW-C of Moffitt Cancer Center shares how to navigate the terrain, including why hard conversations matter and how important it is to maintain your identity.
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