Caregiver SOS

Caregiver SOS: Real Talk for Burned-Out Caregivers

A video series with caregiving expert Haley Burress, sharing honest stories, hard truths, and practical tools for caring for aging parents.

What is Caregiver SOS?

A Safe Space for the Hardest Parts of Caregiving

Caregiving is beautiful — but it’s also emotionally heavy, isolating, and overwhelming. Caregiver SOS brings the hardest truths into the light so caregivers know they’re not alone. Haley shares real stories, expert insight, and practical tools for navigating guilt, resentment, burnout, trauma, and the emotional toll of caring for aging parents.

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    Honest conversations about resentment, burnout, and guilt

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    Real-world scripts for hard talks with parents and siblings

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    Short, bingeable episodes you can watch between appointments

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    Tips, tools, and resources you can use right away

Watch All of Our Episodes

Ep. 29 – The Golden Child vs. The Scapegoat: Why Does One Sibling Get a Pass?

Haley Burress answers a question from a caregiver whose mom is always angry with her while her sister can do no wrong. Haley explains why old family roles only get stronger as we age, and shares how to avoid taking it personally, set boundaries, and remind yourself that you’re worthy and someone’s favorite too.

Ep. 28 – I Don’t Like My Parent Anymore: Is That Normal?

Haley Burress answers a question many caregivers are afraid to say out loud. After years of caregiving, aging, pain, and loss of independence can make a parent harder to be around. Haley explains why this feeling is more common than you think, why saying it out loud to a partner, therapist, friend, or support group is the first step toward relief, and why it’s worth telling your doctor too.

Ep. 27 – Watching Them Fade: The Quiet Grief of Caregiving

Haley Burress talks about anticipatory grief, the sadness of watching a parent's health and mobility decline, and what it means for the future. She shares practical ways to process it, from working with a therapist to a simple gratitude practice that makes room for both grief and gratitude.

Best of – Stubborn Parents

This special "Best of" episode revisits some of the most common questions caregivers ask about aging parents who won't listen or accept help, from refusing physical therapy to denying obvious health problems. Featuring highlights from past episodes of Caregiver SOS with caregiving expert Haley Burress.

Best of – Anger & Resentment

This special "Best of" episode revisits some of the most common questions caregivers ask about anger and resentment, from feeling furious about lost time to wondering if everyone else secretly feels the same way. Featuring highlights from past episodes of Caregiver SOS with caregiving expert Haley Burress.

Best of – Caregiver Burnout

This special "Best of" episode revisits some of the most common questions caregivers ask about burnout, from recognizing the warning signs to knowing when it's okay to walk away entirely. Featuring highlights from past episodes of Caregiver SOS with caregiving expert Haley Burress.

Meet Haley Burress

Meet Haley Burress

Haley Burress is a caregiving expert with over X years helping families navigate the challenges of elder care — and she has lived it herself caring for her own parents. Her mission: help caregivers find clarity, peace, and validation.

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