Fearless Caregiver Profile: LAVITA WILLIAMS

How did you become the caregiver for your loved one?

She has Schizophrenia.

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

She is way better off, than she used to be. She can cook a little, bathe herself and dress herself. Before she couldn't do any of it.

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

Seeing my daughter get better, and learning new skills.

What advice would you give to other caregivers?

Be patient, calm and be positive.

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

To be persistent and focused to learning new things.

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

When my daughter struggled to go to sleep, I was focused and gave her Sleepytime Tea. She had a lot of anxiety that night, but she went to sleep.

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