How did you become the caregiver for your loved one?
I grew up loving to help people. It makes me feel so good inside to be able to put a smile on faces of people who are no longer able to do something on their own.
Has your relationship changed with the loved one that you are caring for? If so how?
Yes
What is the hardest thing about being a caregiver and the most rewarding thing?
The hardest thing is watching people who can't do for themselves. The most rewarding is to see them smile and know that they are not alone
What advice would you give to other caregivers?
Do unto people as you want them to do to you.
In ten words or less, what has caregiving taught you?
Don't take life for granted.
Describe a situation where being a Fearless Caregiver helped you succeed?
I had a patient had stopped breathing and I give him CPR. It saved his life and that is the most wonderful feeling
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