Lee Woodruff, wife of network journalist Bob Woodruff, learned the importance of resilience and adapting to change when a roadside bomb injured her husband. She has since become an advocate for raising awareness of traumatic brain injury and supporting military troops and their families. Woodruff has written books and articles about her family's experiences and has spoken about topics such as parenting through a crisis and the role of caregivers. She emphasizes the need to let go of the idea of being a perfect working mother and instead focus on prioritizing family and self-care. Woodruff's speeches are filled with anecdotes, humor, and warmth, inspiring audiences to tap into their own strengths and find balance in their lives.
Having served as a caregiver to both her husband who suffered a traumatic brain injury after he was hit by a roadside bomb in Iraq, as well as to her father as he battled and ultimately succumbed to Alzheimer’s disease, Lee Woodruff brings strength and compassion as she reminds audiences that the things people value most in health care are those that are free to provide and take little time.
Anyone who has faced a health care crisis understands the profound role of a caregiver. Judy Woodruff shares her 10 tips for caregivers, drawing from her own experiences nursing her husband through a miraculous recovery after a traumatic brain injury from a roadside bomb in Iraq. She also cared for her father, who succumbed to Alzheimer’s, giving her insight into the heartache and challenges of disease. Woodruff’s deep understanding of grief and the pressures caregivers face will leave audiences inspired and renewed. Attendees will learn practical caregiving tips and gain emotional strength from her compassionate and honest storytelling.
Whether it’s a child in a car accident, a spouse’s request for a divorce, a patient’s stroke, a diagnosis of breast cancer, or a terrorist attack on a warm day in September—life can change in an instant for us all.
Join Lee Woodruff as she shares her journey of resilience and adaptation following her husband's traumatic brain injury. Explore the significance of support for military families, the difficulties of caregiving, and the pursuit of balance. Woodruff's profound insights on family, self-care, and embracing imperfections resonate profoundly.
