“He Wasn’t Prepared for This at 57…”
WHO TAKES CARE OF THE CAREGIVER?
What happens when everyone depends on you?
In this powerful episode of Sis, Get Your Purse In Order, I sit down with my brother and longtime friend Wayne DeSilva for a raw and honest conversation about caregiving, money, family, retirement, sacrifice, and preparing for the unexpected.
At 57, Wayne is balancing the responsibility of caring for his bedridden wife, supporting his elderly mother, and helping his college-aged daughter—while continuing to work and manage the financial responsibilities of his household.
And here's the part many of us don't talk about:
Wayne wasn't prepared for long-term care.
Life changed quickly, and suddenly the savings, pension, retirement accounts, budgeting strategies, and financial decisions he had made over the years became critical to helping his family navigate a situation he never imagined.
In this episode, we talk about:
💰 The hidden financial cost of caregiving
🏠 Managing a mortgage when life suddenly changes
💵 Budgeting when one income has to stretch further
🧓 Why long-term care planning matters
📈 Retirement savings, pensions & 401(k)s
❤️ The emotional weight of being the person everyone depends on
👨🏽👧🏽 Teaching your children about money and financial responsibility
📋 Why your family needs to know what's happening with your finances
🏡 Estate planning and protecting your family's future
🙏🏽 The importance of faith, community and having a village
🧠 Learning to prioritize yourself while caring for everyone else
💡 The financial lessons Wayne wishes he knew earlier in life
Wayne shares something so many people need to hear:
Life happens. And you don't always get to choose when it happens.
This conversation is a reminder that financial wellness isn't just about having money today. It's about preparing for the moments you never expected—and making sure the people you love aren't left trying to figure everything out alone.
Whether you're a parent, caregiver, homeowner, spouse, veteran, or simply someone trying to get your finances in order, this conversation is for you.
🎧 Sis, Get Your Purse In Order Podcast
Hosted by Janean C. Armstrong
Because getting your purse in order isn't just about what's in your bank account.
It's about getting your MIND. MONEY. & FUTURE in order.
From Chaos → Confidence → Financial Freedom.
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