In this heartfelt episode of Fritanga, we dive into the profound challenges of caregiving within Latino families. Host Antonio Tijerino shares personal reflections on the weight of caregiving, recalling his experience with his late mother and aging father. Joined by Yvette Peña, VP of Audience Strategy at AARP, Adrian Gaston Garcia, a queer Latine storyteller, and Alejandra Castillo, Fellow in Residence at the Institute of Politics at the Harvard Kennedy School, we explore the emotional, mental, and financial strains that come with caring for our aging loved ones.
In this heartfelt episode of Fritanga, we dive into the profound challenges of caregiving within Latino families. Host Antonio Tijerino shares personal reflections on the weight of caregiving, recalling his experience with his late mother and aging father. Joined by Yvette Peña, VP of Audience Strategy at AARP, Adrian Gaston Garcia, a queer Latine storyteller, and Alejandra Castillo, Fellow in Residence at the Institute of Politics at the Harvard Kennedy School, we explore the emotional, mental, and financial strains that come with caring for our aging loved ones.
Through their stories, we highlight the cultural significance of family, respect, and unconditional love, while also discussing the complexities of guilt, expectations, and balancing our own well-being. This conversation offers practical advice on navigating caregiving, asking for help, and ensuring dignity for our loved ones, especially within the Latino community.
AARP Resources for Caregivers: AARP provides free caregiving guides in English and Spanish. Access them at www.aarp.org/caregiverresourceguides.
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TEAM:
Host: Antonio Tijerino
Executive Producer: Antonio Caro
Senior Producer: Connor Coleman
Producer: Ambrose Davis