When Illness Becomes Family: A Conversation with Shelly Grimm
Growing up as my mother’s caregiver—when she was among the very first women ever documented with Crohn’s disease—shaped every part of my life: the childhood I missed, the strength I gained, and the advocacy I eventually embraced. On this episode, I share the untold realities of living in the shadow of chronic illness, the loneliness of uncharted diagnosis, and how I turned silent support into purpose. I hope our conversation helps others feel less alone, and encourages both caregivers and those they care for to claim their stories.
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