Caregiver Experience Sharing

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 and professional caregivers find support by sharing their experiences with others.

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Joe Bowling

Cared for by Alesha White — Georgetown , OH

Joe was my grandfather. I loved him dearly and would trade anything in the world to have him back. He passed away of C.O.P.D.. For those who don't understand what this is, it isa a disease that smokers catch. It attacks your heart and lungs and makes for a very sad situation. I am 20-years-old, and my grandfather had 7 children. When there was controversy on who would care for him, I was the first to step up and care for him. Others may see it as a bad thing to watch someone get worse by the day...

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