How did you become the caregiver for your loved one?
My Mom passed away suddenly in 2004 and my Dad had Alzheimer's. She was his primary caregiver and I stepped into the role upon her passing.
Has your relationship changed with the loved one that you are caring for? If so how?
My father passed away in 2011, however caring for him inspired me to open three (3) small family care homes for seniors with Dementia.
Kathy Hatfield
What is the hardest thing about being a caregiver and the most rewarding thing?
The hardest thing is feeling alone and the most rewarding thing is making sure that my residents have a safe, dignified, and happy life.
What advice would you give to other caregivers?
Don't take yourself too seriously. Go to a support group!
In ten words or less, what has caregiving taught you?
Patience and Unconditional Love
Describe a situation where being a Fearless Caregiver helped you succeed?
Fear has no place in caregiving.
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