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I'm casually tossing around the idea of doing a support group, blog, Youtube channel or vlog that is caregiving based. Leaning towards Youtube fyi.



I'm a caregiver for my mom post her stroke in 2022 that left her wheelchair bound. She now lives with me as I took her out of her nursing home about 6 months ago.



Things are hard...very challenging, but I continue to learn a lot along the way and I currently am 'overall' happy with how things are going despite the not-so-good days, the challenges (and the unknowns RE: the future).



I know I want to do something that both helps others (i.e., gives tools/tips, educates other caregivers, etc.) and is encouraging (somehow gives motivation to caregivers).



I've thought about things like doing vids on a day in our life but I want to keep my mom anonymous as possible. Perhaps interviews of other caregivers. Or maybe have a vlog or channel with interviews of professionals that can give guidance on resources. I also thought about focusing on just spotlighting people who have left the country to do caregiving abroad. Or maybe focusing on 'skits' (trying to bring a laugh to caregivers in the midst of all of the seriousness).



Not sure what to focus on though. Wondering what others' thoughts are on the 'most helpful' place to start. Or maybe I should just start anywhere and over time see where others' interest leads me...

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Psalms,

Are you interested in sharing your story or are you more interested in shedding light on caregiving in general?

I have heard podcasts hosts say that they don’t want to share their personal stories until later on in their show due to people criticizing them for their personal choices.
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You can start by telling your own personal story as a caregiver.

Give background information about yourself and the person that you are caring for. People will follow along with your journey.

Explain the ups and downs, what works for you and what doesn’t, and so on.

Later on, you can introduce guests. Or you can do a question and answer segment.
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@anxietynacy - Thank you SO much for coming back so quickly with the recommendations; I really appreciate it.
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I think a local support group would be filling the biggest need. Social media is already full of the blogs, vlog, YouTube ed, etc. No point in duplicating what's already out there in spades. Have you done any research?
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@anxietynacy - With the father/son one - is the son basically showing a 'day in the life' of him taking care of his dad?

The one that's focused on skits - do you follow one that because it's lighthearted/humorous in addition to being informative? (I actually wouldn't mind see their account if you don't mind sharing.)
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