Stories from Caregivers: Sharon from MISSOURI

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Sharon

FROM MISSOURI

I'm Sharon and 61 years old and have been caring for my 91 year old Mother since my Dad passed away in 1986. At that time Mom could care for herself but as years passed and my husband passed away in 1989 at the age of 35 due to a brain tumor time started taking a toll on her health. She had colon cancer, strokes and such and needed me to handle her medicines and some personal care. Mom is now in her own apartment in an assisted living facility but I still care for her personal care and medications. Working full time and caring for Mom after work. GOD knows I love her so much!

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