In this episode of the Caregivers podcast, host Dr. Mark Ropeleski speaks with Jess Ronne, a dedicated caregiver and advocate for families with children of special needs. Jess shares her personal journey of caregiving for her son Lucas, who has profound disabilities, and the challenges she faced, including the loss of her husband. The conversation delves into the importance of faith, community support, and the need for systemic changes to support caregivers. Jess emphasizes the significance of self-care, the fears of forever parenting, and the necessity of building a supportive community for caregivers.

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