In this episode, Sadie and Gina Awad dive deep into the emotional landscape of dementia care, where compassion meets culture, and leadership shapes everything. They explore the barriers that silence families, the everyday interactions that build trust, and the systems that must evolve to protect autonomy.

This conversation is rich with advocacy, emotional intelligence, and the raw honesty of lived experience. Gina opens up about vulnerability, continuity, and the inspiration behind her new book When Time Aligns. It’s bold, heartfelt, and a call to reimagine the future of care.Resources

https://www.tide.uk.net/gina-awads-united/

https://amzn.eu/d/03PLcR7F

In part one of this conversation, Sadie is joined by Lyric Rivera (they/them), a late identified autistic and ADHD consultant, strategist, writer, and creator. Together they explore what a rights based approach to neurodiversity looks like in practice, why emotional safety matters, and how inclusion depends on trust, dignity, and being believed about your own needs.Lyric shares how workplaces and communities can move beyond policy language into real cultural change by making room for autonomy, reasonable accommodations, and authentic self expression. The conversation also highlights the importance of curiosity, compassion, and asking people what they need instead of assuming everyone experiences the world the same way. #AskingAutistics

Resources:NeuroDivergentRebel.comhttps://www.routledge.com/Autism-Identity-and-Me-A-Practical-Workbook-to-Empower-Autistic-Children-and-Young-People-Aged-10/Duffus-Rivera/p/book/9781032832548

https://books2read.com/Weight-of-Normal

Part 1 - Tri - Conversation with Sadie & CWC

In this episode, Sadie engages with Annie Alexander and Olivia Firth to explore the intricate dynamics of care work, focusing on rights-based care, the importance of culture, and the need for meaningful relationships in the sector. They discuss the realities of care work, the significance of valuing care workers, and the impact of everyday interactions on autonomy and inclusion. The conversation emphasizes the necessity of recognizing care workers as professionals and the importance of asking questions to foster meaningful engagement and relationships in care settings. In this conversation, the speakers discuss the importance of engaging care workers in system design, addressing barriers in the care sector, and the role of emotional intelligence in high-pressure environments.

https://thecareworkerscharity.org.uk/