Fearless Caregiver Profile: Nina Solis

How did you become the caregiver for your loved one?

I became my fiancé's (now spouse) when he had a stroke at the age of 46.  He is now 56.  I have been is wife and caregiver for 10 years.

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

Yes I think all relationships change when you become a caregiver.  He has partial use of the right side of his body and his comprehension and choosing the right words to use was also affected.  So of course I had to help him with so many things, but our 

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

The hardest thing is being strong all the time and try not to let him see if I am overwhelmed.  

What advice would you give to other caregivers?

Stay positive and always be encouraging to your loved one.  Take time for yourself 

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

Patience and never lose hope.

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

Being a fearless caregiver has taught me to treat all people with respect and love and that to me is success.

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