Kerry Miller and Tara Hastings
Recorded
July 16, 2021
Archived
July 16, 2021
39:19 minutes
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Id:
ddv001013
Description
Sisters Kerry Miller (43) and Tara Hastings (40), reflect on their mother’s time with Parkinson’s Disease, stigmas around mental health, and how their mother’s lighthearted, kind spirit remained throughout her entire life.Subject Log / Time Code
TRACK 1 Tara asks Kerry why she feels their mother, Catherine Twibell, was the biggest influence in both of their lives.
Kerry asks Tara if she remembers when they moved from being daughters to becoming caregivers.
Kerry recalls how lighthearted their mother always was, even during moments when she was forgetful.
TRACK 2 Kerry recalls one of her mom’s hallucinations and they discuss how important talking about mental health is, especially for those with Parkinson’s.
Kerry and Tara remember how their mom’s friends created such an uplifting community for her, even when she couldn’t participate like she used to.
Kerry and Tara laugh about how they saw ladybugs everywhere after their mom died and the comfort it brought them.
Kerry and Tara remember how their mother’s honesty and willingness to share her experience with others was beneficial.
Kerry and Tara reflect on how caregivers and people with Parkinson's can’t go at it alone, and how important it is to build a support team.
Participants
- Kerry Miller
- Tara Hastings