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
Barbarra Anne Cooper
Cared for by Joycelyn Lopez of Miami, FL
I have to take care of an elderly person who is 84 years old. It has been a wonderful experience. Everyday I help her take a bath and get ready. Also, I prepare her meals and make sure she takes her medicine and her Ensure. I weigh her every week to make sure she is maintaining her weight. I take her to the beauty salon and to do other errands. I give her companionship (we watch TV, talk, read and listen to music). I am always making sure she is happy because when I first began working with h...
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