We asked for your experiences caring for a sick parent or loved one while trying to raise a family. Here are your responses
An Aarp report found that the 42 million Americans who care for sick or elderly loved ones are saving the healthcare system $450bn a year. In response to this staggering figure, we asked you to tell us about your experience caring for a friend or family member. We were overwhelmed with responses. Here's a selection of what you shared:
'I was unprepared' Melanie Drane, Los Angeles, California
Cared for: sister
Biggest challenge: "The absence of support for caregivers within the Us healthcare system is nothing short of devastating. There was no preparation, no basic skills training for me, no home-help assistance, and no reprieve. Caregiving is punishing work, physically. For me, it also resulted in abrupt and total social isolation."
'A labor of love' Liz Emery, New York,...
An Aarp report found that the 42 million Americans who care for sick or elderly loved ones are saving the healthcare system $450bn a year. In response to this staggering figure, we asked you to tell us about your experience caring for a friend or family member. We were overwhelmed with responses. Here's a selection of what you shared:
'I was unprepared' Melanie Drane, Los Angeles, California
Cared for: sister
Biggest challenge: "The absence of support for caregivers within the Us healthcare system is nothing short of devastating. There was no preparation, no basic skills training for me, no home-help assistance, and no reprieve. Caregiving is punishing work, physically. For me, it also resulted in abrupt and total social isolation."
'A labor of love' Liz Emery, New York,...
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