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“And Other Duties Assigned”: When caregiving is unexpectedly added to your Job Description
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"I felt this sense of odd FOMO." - Taylor Fix
Meet Taylor Fix, a remarkable caregiver whose journey began in childhood. Growing up in a close-knit family, caregiving was second nature. But it wasn’t until she became a farmhand and full-time caregiver for Bill, an elderly man she bonded deeply with, that Taylor truly stepped into her calling.
💬 Join us as Taylor opens up about:
- Becoming a youth caregiver and how it shaped her identity
- The emotional and mental toll of caregiving
- Navigating family dynamics and communication challenges
- The importance of self-care and support systems
- Why many caregivers struggle to identify with the label "caregiver"
About Taylor:
Taylor lives on a small Virginia farmstead with her partner, dog, and a lively mix of animals—some for food, all for love. A self-proclaimed “Jane of all trades,” she holds a degree in Animal and Poultry Science from Virginia Tech, with minors in Political Science and AgBusiness, plus a stack of certificates “as long as a CVS receipt.” With a lifelong passion for agriculture, Taylor has worked across farming, advocacy, and mental health support—drawing on her deep connection with animals to help others. She serves on multiple boards dedicated to mental health and community service, living out her calling one story (and adventure) at a time.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone navigating the world of family caregiving, supporting aging loved ones, or looking for honest conversations about the reluctance, resilience, and reality behind caregiving.
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Confessions of a Reluctant Caregiver
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