Kickin it with Kidneys

Kickin It With Kidneys - Season 2, Episode 10: A Caregiver's Story Part I with Joanna Fuentes

April 01, 2022 Cindy Barclay Season 2 Episode 10
Kickin It With Kidneys - Season 2, Episode 10: A Caregiver's Story Part I with Joanna Fuentes
Kickin it with Kidneys
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Kickin it with Kidneys
Kickin It With Kidneys - Season 2, Episode 10: A Caregiver's Story Part I with Joanna Fuentes
Apr 01, 2022 Season 2 Episode 10
Cindy Barclay

This is the first in a series of three episodes that spotlight family caregivers of dialysis patients. By highlighting the experience of an actual caregiver KIWK achieves its goal of inclusivity and represents a spectrum of people affected by kidney disease.


In this episode, we hear from Joanna Fuentes who is a mother of three and taking care of her 90-year-old mother who began receiving dialysis treatments in 2019.  Joanna shares her heartwarming story of strength and sacrifice in providing hands-on care for her mother.  The KIWK panel discusses the resources needed for family caregivers, the challenges of intergenerational caregiving, and the importance of end-of-life decisions. 


Are you currently receiving dialysis treatment? This podcast is a MUST! You are invited to join us every week. Submit your questions and your stories to kickinitwithkidneys365@gmail.com.


Visit us online: kickinitwithkidneys.com


Show Notes

This is the first in a series of three episodes that spotlight family caregivers of dialysis patients. By highlighting the experience of an actual caregiver KIWK achieves its goal of inclusivity and represents a spectrum of people affected by kidney disease.


In this episode, we hear from Joanna Fuentes who is a mother of three and taking care of her 90-year-old mother who began receiving dialysis treatments in 2019.  Joanna shares her heartwarming story of strength and sacrifice in providing hands-on care for her mother.  The KIWK panel discusses the resources needed for family caregivers, the challenges of intergenerational caregiving, and the importance of end-of-life decisions. 


Are you currently receiving dialysis treatment? This podcast is a MUST! You are invited to join us every week. Submit your questions and your stories to kickinitwithkidneys365@gmail.com.


Visit us online: kickinitwithkidneys.com