In this episode of the Care Podcast by Unique Senior Care, we speak with Gary Strong — a highly experienced paramedic and educator — who also knows first-hand what it’s like to arrange care for a loved one.

Gary shares his personal journey of supporting both his father and sister through complex care needs, offering a rare and honest perspective from someone who has stood on both sides of the care system.

From professional insight to deeply human moments, this is a powerful listen for anyone navigating their own family care journey.

Who this is for:

✓ Family carers feeling overwhelmed or unsure where to start

✓ People supporting a parent or sibling with dementia or complex needs

✓ Anyone arranging care from a distance

✓ Health and care professionals wanting insight from lived experience

In this episode we cover:

✓ The emotional impact of arranging care for a parent

✓ Why professional support is often easier for families to accept

✓ What helped Gary choose the right care provider

✓ The importance of consistency, communication and empathy

✓ Coping with guilt, grief and emotional fatigue as a family carer

✓ How professional carers helped restore independence and dignity About Unique Senior Care Unique Senior Care is an award-winning, CQC-regulated home care provider trusted by families across the UK.

From companionship to complex needs, we offer dignified, personalised support to help people live independently at home for longer.

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