Being a caregiver placed an unimaginable heaviness in my heart

October 30, 2019 | 22m 00s

A woman shares her experience being a caregiver for her husband who developed dementia and a multitude of other health issues. She describes what it was like interacting with healthcare professionals as a caregiver.

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STORYTELLER ATTRIBUTES
60 - 69
Female
More than a college degree
White
3xxxx
Caregiver
STORY TYPE
Brain and Nerves; Ear, Nose and Throat
Brain and Nerves; Having multiple health conditions at the same time
Finding out a diagnosis; Being treated; Communicating with doctors and nurses; Supporting family members who are sick; Describing how easy or hard it has been for you to get the health care you need
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