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KATHY BRADLEY: How To Become a Polite Nightmare When a Nursing Home Turns Into a House of Horrors
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In this episode of Love Conquers Alz, hosts Susie Singer Carter and Don Priess welcome Kathy Bradley, a nationally respected advocate with over 3 decades of experience in long-term care and the founder of Our Mother’s Voice.
After retiring from a career as a nursing home administrator, Kathy faced the system again as a daughter when her own mother rapidly declined into severe dementia. What she experienced changed everything.
Despite knowing the system inside and out, Kathy struggled to get her mother the care she needed. That journey led her to create Our Mother’s Voice, a nonprofit that provides free services and is dedicated to helping families understand their rights, advocate effectively, and navigate one of the most complex and overwhelming systems many will ever face.
In this powerful conversation, you’ll hear:
• Why so many families feel powerless in long-term care
• What to do when something “feels off” with your loved one’s care
• The importance of documentation and speaking the right language
• How systemic issues and financial incentives impact quality of care
• Practical ways to advocate without burning bridges or risking retaliation
• And why love, empathy, and human connection still matter most
This episode is both a wake-up call and a guide.
Because every family will face this moment.
And no one should have to face it alone.
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