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Are you a caregiver? or Do you have a caregiver?

A myHIVteam Member asked a question 💭
Geneva, IL

Caregiving is very much underappreciated. It could be a daunting task depending on each individual situation.
How do you feel taking care of another person or if you are the person being taken care of, how does that make you feel?

July 7, 2022
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Members responded warmly to a question about caregiving, with many sharing deeply personal stories of caring for parents, partners, siblings,... Read more

Members responded warmly to a question about caregiving, with many sharing deeply personal stories of caring for parents, partners, siblings, and children through serious illnesses like cancer, strokes, AIDS, and disability. Several members described the emotional weight of caregiving, including exhaustion, guilt, and grief, while also finding strength through prayer, support groups, cannabis, and leaning on friends and family. A recurring theme was the deep love that drives caregiving, along with the powerful reminder that caregivers must also care for themselves.

A myHIVteam Member

Never been good at being a patient. I try. I like to do for others though . I can do my part but I'm no nurse. I think nurses are the best.

December 18, 2022
A myHIVteam Member

I was a caregiver for my mother until she passed away in 2013

July 7, 2022
A myHIVteam Member

About 16 years ago my mother my brother and my partner passed away I took care of three at the same time took me down afterwards was on CPAP and oxygen for quite a while from the exhaustion the things we do for love do it because you want to go with somebody and be there and help as well loves hugs and blessings to all through our home caretakers Love & supply please take care of loved ones

July 9, 2022
A myHIVteam Member

It's my dad

July 9, 2022
A myHIVteam Member

No better way to leave this earth..than knowing you found and have and are loved unconditionally.

July 7, 2022

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