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S5 E5 | 32 min
Building Financial Resilience and Debt-Free Living as a Caregiver
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One thing you shouldn’t have to worry about while becoming a caregiver is your finances, but for many, financial stress is a major challenge. In this episode of Time to Talk, host Michelle Jobin speaks with Becky Western-Macfadyen, Manager of Financial Coaching and Education at Credit Canada, to explore practical ways caregivers can build financial resilience and take control of their money.

Becky, with over 25 years of experience in credit counselling, shares expert advice on budgeting strategies, managing debt, and planning for the future— all while balancing the demands of caregiving. She discusses when to seek financial help and how to avoid common pitfalls, such as over-relying on credit. This conversation offers actionable tips to help caregivers find stability and peace of mind.

For more information about Credit Canada visit www.creditcanada.com or call 1-800-267-2272. To access Financial Readiness Kits, visit https://www.creditcanada.com/flm-2022

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Most of us, at some point in our lives, will be a caregiver to someone close to us. A caregiver provides physical and/or emotional support to a family member, partner, friend, or neighbour. Who do you care for?