The Founder Series | Managing Cancer Medications

In this episode of the Founder Series from Bill's Bridge, Kayla (Director of Growth) sits down with founder Melissa Giovacchini to talk about managing cancer medications — one of the hardest parts of caring for her dad, Bill, through stage IV lung cancer. From 17 medications on day one to developing a system of baggies and checkboxes, Melissa shares the reality of keeping track of dozens of pills with conflicting schedules, side effects, and timing rules. She opens up about missed doses, supply chain struggles, and the emotional toll of forcing someone you love to take medicine that makes them sick. If you're caring for someone with cancer, you're not doing it alone. Chapters: 00:00 — Welcome & Introduction 00:29 — When medications became a second job 01:02 — Building a medication system from scratch 01:41 — A normal day of Bill's medications 04:56 — Managing medications with multiple caregivers 07:00 — When doses were missed, doubled, or mixed up 10:08 — The hardest part of medications 11:35 — Understanding side effects 13:14 — Why taking medications on schedule matters 16:47 — What would have helped during this time 17:02 — How Bill's Bridge helps families manage medications 20:44 — Advice for families facing a new diagnosis 23:29 — Closing & call to action Learn more about Bill's Bridge: https://www.bills-bridge.com #BillsBridge #CancerSupport #FamilyCaregiving #PatientSupport #CancerMedications #FounderSeries #CaregiverStories #CancerCare