Hope to inspire

Janet shares the touching story of her mom, a 5th stroke survivor, and how love and support helped her overcome nursing homes, oxygen, and more. Read on for inspiration and tips on caregiving and self-care.

Hope to inspire

Question:

In hopes to inspire someone, my mom is a 5th stroke survivor home on hospice and doing absolutely amazing from nursing homes/oxygen/trake/food peg tube, it has been a long journey-Love and support goes a long way. Never give up hope!

-Janet

Response:

Janet, thank you for sharing your story with us. Your dedication and love are the reason your mom is doing so well.

Caregiving is challenging.  Make sure you also take care of yourself. There is life after caregiving.

Kudos to you and your mom! You are an inspiration to others.

-Diane Carbo, RN