When cancer enters a family, it changes everything – routines, roles, and relationships.

In this episode, we talk with Lindsey and Thomas Kealey about what it means to navigate cancer together as a care partner and patient. From unexpected diagnoses to months spent living in a hospital room, Lindsey shares how she balanced caregiving, work, and self-care while learning to hold space for difficult emotions. Together, they offer practical tips for caregivers, like creating healing spaces, communicating with care teams, and finding small moments of gratitude amid uncertainty. This heartfelt conversation is a reminder that behind every patient is someone quietly carrying so much and they deserve to be seen too.

Mentioned on this episode: 

• Caregiver support 
• Caregiver Workbook

Additional LLS Support Resources: 

• Free Nutrition Consultations
• Information Specialists 
• Free telephone/web patient programs 
• Clinical Trial Support Center
• Write it Out Journal
• Advocacy and Public Policy
• Free booklets 
• Financial support
• Young Adult Resources
• Support groups 
• Survivorship Workbook
• Community
• Mental Health Resources

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