How did you become the caregiver for your loved one?
mildred clark
We were living together when he became very ill. There was no question about his caregiver.
Has your relationship changed with the loved one that you are caring for? If so how?
We became closer as I cared for him and I learned to anticipate his needs, though he was mute.
What is the hardest thing about being a caregiver and the most rewarding thing?
The most rewarding this was the love he shared with me and, the hardest was not being able to get help for him and his death.
What advice would you give to other caregivers?
Do the best that you can so that you don't feel like you failed.
In ten words or less, what has caregiving taught you?
I can do more than I thought that I could.
Describe a situation where being a Fearless Caregiver helped you succeed?
When I realized that there would be no help for me, and, I knew that I had to buckle down and do my best.
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