Fearless Caregiver Profile: Betsy Smith

How did you become the caregiver for your loved one?

My husband was diagnosed with bone marrow cancer in 2014 - died in 2018.

Has your relationship changed with the loved one that you are caring for? If so how?

No

What is the hardest thing about being a caregiver and the most rewarding thing?

Hardest - staying alert to the healthcare system. Rewarding - gratefulness  

What advice would you give to other caregivers?

Be ready. Be Bold. Be Heard.

In ten words or less, what has caregiving taught you?

The caregiver/loved one must not be intimidated by the healthcare professionals.

Describe a situation where being a Fearless Caregiver helped you succeed?

The hospital in a small town in West Texas paid to have my husband flown to Duke via Learjet

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