Collaborative Cancer Care Podcast
The Collaborative Cancer Care podcast is dedicated to empowering cancer patients, survivors, caregivers, and healthcare professionals through education, advocacy, and navigation. Hosted by Dr. Wendy Garvin Mayo, DNP, APRN, ANP-BC—oncology nurse practitioner, mental health advocate, and CEO of Collaborative Cancer Care—this podcast provides expert insights, evidence-based strategies, and real-life experiences to support mental and emotional well-being throughout the cancer journey.
Each episode explores critical topics such as stress management, emotional resilience, effective communication in healthcare, and the role of mental health in cancer care. Through expert interviews, advocacy discussions, and actionable guidance, Collaborative Cancer Care Podcast helps listeners navigate the complexities of cancer with knowledge, confidence, and support.
Join us in bridging the gap between oncology and mental health—because true healing involves more than just medicine. Subscribe today and become part of the movement! Visit us at www.collaborativecancercare.com
Collaborative Cancer Care Podcast
Caring from Afar: Michelle Munsami’s Journey as a Long-Distance Cancer Caregiver
Caring for a loved one with cancer is never easy, but what happens when distance separates you from the person who needs you most? In this heartfelt episode, we sit down with Michelle Munsami, who shares her deeply personal experience of being a long-distance caregiver for her mother after she was diagnosed with ovarian cancer.
Michelle opens up about the emotional and mental challenges she faced, particularly the guilt that often accompanies caregiving from afar. She candidly discusses the difficult moments, from navigating medical updates remotely to the heartbreak of not always being physically present. Despite these challenges, Michelle found ways to stay connected, provide unwavering support, and ultimately process her own emotions throughout the journey.
This conversation is a must-listen for anyone who has experienced the complexities of caregiving at a distance. Whether you are currently supporting a loved one from miles away or simply want to understand the emotional weight that caregivers carry, Michelle’s story offers valuable insights, heartfelt reflections, and hope.
🔹 Key Takeaways from This Episode:
✔️ Managing feelings of guilt and helplessness as a long-distance caregiver
✔️ Strategies for staying emotionally and practically connected to your loved one
✔️ The importance of self-care and mental health for caregivers
✔️ Finding peace and closure after a loved one’s journey with cancer
Tune in for an inspiring and emotional discussion that sheds light on the unseen struggles of caregivers and the resilience it takes to support a loved one from a distance.
💙 Learn more about Collaborative Cancer Care at www.collaborativecancercare.com.
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