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11/11/2014

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Care-giving is a choice.  It is a path of generosity, sacrifice, and above all selflessness. A Caregiver's gentle touch, assistance, and dedication provides comfort and reassurances when others need it most. Caregivers are the beacon of light in someone's world, which may be laced in darkness, loneliness, and desperation. 

  Navigating through rough waters can be difficult, especially when a road map to your situation is nowhere to be found.  I wish that two years ago-when I chose to become the person who would care for my husband- I had more guidance and knew more on how to not only cope with the magnitude of a horrific situation, but also how best to care for someone who was stripped of all physical abilities. Through trial & error, observation, love, and courage the care that I give to my husband has gotten better, and more rewarding. I've learned how to do things in a more efficient ,and most-loving way that makes each day easier to tackle.

I never liked using the  term "caregiver" for myself, because then it would seem like what I do for my husband is a job or that the care I give for him is a chore. That has never been the case. I am a wife and mother first and foremost, who also "gives care" and support to her husband (and children). However, even though I don't choose to call myself a caregiver, I nevertheless still fall into that bucket. There are so many others- some I've met in person, others on The Internet-who also fall into this bucket. While not everyone's situation is as extreme as ours, we still share a common bond as givers of care, and more often than not have the same challenges and obstacles that we are faced with on a day-to-day basis. I've learned a lot from these special people,  and it is my hope that others will learn from our experiences as well. 



In the spirit of "sharing is caring,"  I've set up another page on my website specific to caregiving. For anyone who has, had, or will have, the privilege to "give care" in some capacity or for any reason for a loved-one, whether that person suffers from a spinal cord injury, a debilitating illness, or is elderly and needs your helping hands, I've dedicated a special page ("Caregiving") for you.  New posts will cover topics relevant to "caregiving". I will include useful information, tips, and encouraging words that hopefully will be of use to you as you embark on your courageous journey. For a link to this new page, click here.  (The first topic for this new page is about transfers).
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Ron Reece
11/11/2014 10:48:11 am

GOD BLESS YOU AND VAUGHN

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3/15/2020 08:29:06 pm

Caregiving is what I am all about. I have been working as a caregiver for years, and I enjoy it. I understand that people need what to do what they want, and I am just so glad that I was able to do it myself. I know that it is a hard job, but it is the only thing that gives happiness to me. I will make something new and I want to be the best caregiver in the entire world.

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Denise
11/11/2014 03:41:35 pm

Thanks Ron for your continued support!

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Carey Chenoweth
11/12/2014 01:34:46 am

A hug would convey my words more clearly, but suffice to say, I hear you.

Mmmm, what else can be said? I think between those that find themselves doing such service few words are needed to be exchanged to connect on what this entails. I too have struggled with the term, as it does sound like an occupation of sorts, but in the small talk of interpersonal exchanges it answers the "What do you do?" question. I've experimented with Care-Partner, but still seeking a better title??? Oh well, like many such thoughts these days, little time for navel gazing. Selflessness is another good term, I do believe it fits our circumstances well. If such a state can be mastered I think we will have found nirvana. Still working on that too. :)

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Denise
11/12/2014 05:21:37 am

Wow Carey...I'm always so impressed by your use of the English language. Superb! Love the navel gazing comment! Glad to know you and thanks for being the warm light for Perry!

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john fischer
11/12/2014 11:32:52 pm

Vaughn is lucky to have you in his life..you two deserve each other.

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Denise
11/13/2014 03:20:56 pm

Thanks John! I'm lucky to have him too :-)

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Eleanor Gaccetta link
11/24/2020 07:00:46 pm

Caregiving may be stressful but with the love and understanding towards the one you care for, no hardship will be a caregiver’s downfall.

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11/30/2020 07:55:14 pm

You have to empower your caregiver to stop a situation that he or she can't tolerate, such as throwing food on the floor. But also make sure your caregiver understands that you don't expect your child to be a saint.

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