Caregiver Experience Sharing

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This is a collection of caregiving story submissions from our readers. Caregiving demands physical, mental and emotional stamina and the ability to meet new challenges daily. Both Family Caregivers and Professional Caregivers are able to find support by sharing their experiences with other Caregivers. We invite you to inspire others by sharing stories about your caregiving journey.
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Featured Caregiving Story

George Martinez Cared for by Rosalinda Martinez of Compton, CA

My Father is my Hero, he has raised 6 kids on his own but never kept us from our Mother. He served the role of both parents to us due to my Mom's mental health problems. My father taught us the ways of life and I took care of him throughout my years untll he retired in 2006. He sold his home in Compton and moved to the Valley and became ill. He had many strokes along with open heart surgery, diabetes, heart attacks & dialysis but always kept a smile...My Father was a family man who gave many ...


Recently Submitted Caregiving Stories

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My Dear Friend David Reed

Cared for by Ms. Yvette Cleveland of Clinton Township, MI
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My Dear Friend Phyllis Potter

Cared for by Mrs. Cynthia Lewis of Garden City, MI
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My Client Mrs. Smith

Cared for by Mrs. MaryAnn McKeon of Middletown, NY

My Dear Friend MISS HELEN

Cared for by Ms. PAULINE MANNING of los angeles, CA
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My "Adopted" Grandparent Veila Cogdell

Cared for by Ms. Barbara Peoples of Wyandanch, NY

In Memory Of

Cared for by Ms. Jecoura Moore of Raytown, MO
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My Grandma Jay

Cared for by Ms. Christin Cataldi of Hartford, CT

My Client Grace Gilmore

Cared for by Ms. Brigitte Hermes of Ft. Walton Beach, FL

My Dear Friend Vivian Valdez

Cared for by Ms. Lilia Gort of Tampa, FL

In Memory Of Fred Siegel

Cared for by Ms. Joanna Vinteler of Peoria, AZ
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