Confessions of a Reluctant Caregiver

The Juggle: Kyle Daquanna’s Journey as a Caregiver, Father, and Advocate

Natalie Elliott Handy and JJ Elliott Hill

"Life is really short and it changes." - Kyle Daquanna

JJ and Natalie sit down with Kyle Daquanna, a male caregiver, as he shares his powerful journey of balancing work, family, and caregiving responsibilities after his father’s stroke. Kyle opens up about the emotional and logistical challenges of caregiving, the impact of family dynamics, and the difficult medical decisions caregivers face. The discussion highlights the importance of advocacy in navigating insurance systems, preparing for future caregiving needs, and finding community support. Whether you're a caregiver or supporting a loved one, this episode offers valuable insights into resilience, personal growth, and the complexities of the caregiving experience.

Kyle is a 3rd generation Floridian who lives in Sarasota Florida. He's a passionate single father of 2 boys, Adam and Kai who are 9 and 7 and he's an active Dad! Kyle coaches football, baseball and loves to take the boys camping, fishing and anything else outside! Kyle is a family man and was the 1st in his family to ever go to college. He works at Empathy where he serves as the Director of Employer Solutions. Kyle is active in his church and serves with the kids and "Next generation" - something he's very passionate about. 

🔥 In This Powerful Episode, You’ll Discover:
✅ A Male Caregiver’s Perspective – Kyle shares his unique experiences stepping into the caregiver role.
✅ Emotional & Logistical Challenges – The reality of balancing work, family, and caregiving.
✅ Advocating for Loved Ones – Tips on navigating medical decisions and insurance roadblocks.
✅ Lessons in Resilience – How caregiving fosters personal growth and strengthens family bonds.
✅ Building a Support Network – Why community and preparation are crucial for caregivers.

Social Media:

Website: hicleo.com 

Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kyle-daquanna/


💡 Why Watch? If you’re navigating caregiving or supporting a loved one, this episode offers real-life insights, hard-earned wisdom, and practical strategies to help you on your journey.

#CaregivingJourney #StrokeRecovery #CaregiverSupport #MaleCaregiver #AdvocacyMatters #NavigatingHealthcare #FamilyCaregiving



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