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Melissa Swire
Being a caregiver gives me the opportunity to serve my country, by advocating for my biggest hero.… What are you most excited to do as a Dole Caregiver Fellow? I am most excited to spread awareness about the needs of caregivers and build a community…
- Delaware
Silvia Lopez
Being a veteran caregiver has given me a sense of strong sympathy for others, and a voice for those who… What are you most excited to do as a Dole Caregiver Fellow? What excites me the most about being a Dole Fellow is to support…
- Indiana
Mika Cupp
I’m most excited to be a Dole Caregiver Fellow so I can advocate on behalf of the nation’s great… At what moment did you realize you were a military caregiver? The moment I realized I was a caregiver was when I was invited to a…
- South Carolina
Jennifer Ostan
Serving in this new role as a caregiver is one of the most challenging roles that I’ve had the honor… At what moment did you realize you were a military caregiver? I was sitting in the audience at an Elizabeth Dole Foundation gathering in Washington,…
- Colorado
Crystal Wilson
Being a caregiver means it is my turn to make sure that my veteran's wounds do not stop him from… What is one piece of advice you would offer to other military and veteran caregivers? Know your resources and do not ever give up. If…
- Missouri
Barbara Webb
I believe my son would not be where he is today without my advocacy and unconditional love and care.… What are you most excited to do as a Dole Caregiver Fellow? I have a lot of experience and knowledge being a caregiver. I want to…
- North Carolina
Brandy Wrenn
We can’t take care of others until we take care of ourselves, so don’t try and do it all… What are you most excited to do as a Dole Caregiver Fellow? I am most excited about sharing my story with other caregivers who may not…
- West Virginia
Megan Weatherford
My husband fought for our country and now I get the honor of empowering him so we can live the… What are you most excited to do as a Dole Caregiver Fellow? I am excited to seek out other caregivers and spouses that feel alone…
- South Carolina
Lyra Helms
I don’t view any hardships I’ve experienced as a caregiver to being attributed to the special needs of my veteran,… What is one piece of advice you would offer to other military and veteran caregivers? One piece of advice I would offer to other caregivers…
- Arkansas
Jennifer Reed
Being a veteran caregiver is a way to help people I love, who love our country.… At what moment did you realize you were a military caregiver? I wasn’t even married to my husband yet when he was processing out of the military. Once he…
- Tennessee
Mari Linfoot
My family and I are fortunate my husband is with us today. Albeit not easy, and at times very heartbreaking… What is one piece of advice you would offer to other military and veteran caregivers? My advice to military and veteran caregivers is to give…
- Ohio
Geri Lynn Maples
Do not forget “You” and do your best to not lose sight of your Pre-Caregiver self.… How has your life changed since you became a caregiver? What sacrifices have you had to make? I think the most common changes stem from the fact that each…
- Montana
Krista Petterson
You know your veteran better than anyone else and your support is invaluable to them.… At what moment did you realize you were a military caregiver? I didn't realize I was a military caregiver until I reviewed the application criteria for the VA Caregiver Program.…
- Minnesota
Jenny Schmidt
I'm not only a spouse, I'm also a caregiver. Realizing that has actually helped to reduce some frustrations!… What is one piece of advice you would offer to other military and veteran caregivers? I know it's an overused saying but take it one day at…
- Massachusetts
Lisa Ducharme
Being a veteran caregiver means being there for the man who was always there for me.… What is one piece of advice you would offer to other military and veteran caregivers? Never take no for an answer without verifying it first. Sometimes the answer is…
- Louisiana
Katie Guidry
A caregiver is a care giver; the difference for us is that we have the psychological effects of their military… What are you most excited to do as a Dole Caregiver Fellow? I'm most excited to continue giving a voice and a face to caregiving.…
- Idaho
Linzi Andersen
Being a veteran caregiver means that I have taken full responsibility for my husband’s physical and emotional welfare.… What are you most excited to do as a Dole Caregiver Fellow? I am motivated to address the infertility issues that affect combat injured Veterans and their…
- Florida
Jenifer Smith
Being a veteran caregiver means being a warrior, cheerleader, and advocate.… At what moment did you realize you were a military caregiver? When I got the call that Steve had a parachute accident in Iraq and I would need to provide total care. How has…
- Arizona
Bree Shields
Being a veteran caregiver means doing what I can to give my veteran the tools necessary to live a life… What is one piece of advice you would offer to other military and veteran caregivers? Find time to take care of you! When we were…
- Oklahoma
Maghan Spring
Know the value of your role in the life and care of your loved one.… What are you most excited to do as a Dole Caregiver Fellow? As a Dole Caregiver Fellow, I am most excited about the opportunity to advocate for the importance of…