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A caregiver’s survival guide: Advice from people who’ve been there

by Kat McGowan October 18, 2025October 18, 2025

Family caregivers offer their wit, wisdom and survival tips for the hardest unpaid job in America.

Amanda Cruz took care of her mother, who died of cancer late last year. The experience changed her sense of self. She is still sorting through what that means.

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Caregiving can test you, body and soul. It can also unlock a new sense of self

by Kat McGowan April 1, 2025April 1, 2025

Helping a sick family member over months or years can be an enormous strain. It can also disrupt your identity. Psychologists say embracing this change can open up new ways for caregivers to cope.

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