Fearless Caregiver Profile: LINDA ANN JONES

How did you become the caregiver for your loved one?

My husband had surgery to remover his bladder and prostate due to cancer. He got a yeast infection throughout his blood stream which affected him like he had a stroke. The affect on his brain has lingered. He can't work, drive, or do a lot of things.

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

Yes, there is no intimacy and it really bothers him.

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

Not having time for myself. Taking care of someone who has taken care of me before.

What advice would you give to other caregivers?

Try to make time for yourself and have enough funds set aside for an emergency.

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

How do to more medically & independently.

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

Learning how to apply a urostomy bag and not be afraid of so many things like I use to.

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