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April Mulvey
He has done his duty, now I do mine.… What is one piece of advice you would offer to other military and veteran caregivers? Be sure to take care of yourself; self-care is vital! Whether it’s a ritual Sunday hour-long bubble bath with candles and…
- Wisconsin
Christine Hahn
It is a long, hard road and it is so easy to give up, but if you do you will… What are you most excited to do as a Dole Caregiver Fellow? I would love to be a voice for both veterans and their caregivers.…
- Pennsylvania
Georgette Wenton
Being a caregiver is one of the hardest but most rewarding things I have ever done, but there are no… What does being a military or veteran caregiver mean to you? Being my husband’s caregiver means I have the opportunity to make sure he feels…
- Hawaii
Ilihia Gionson
Know that there are so many other caregivers feeling the same way: waiting, wishing, hoping to connect.… At what moment did you realize you were a military caregiver? Picking up the pieces in the wake of my mother’s passing made me understand how much support…
- California
Jose Alvarez
Caring for veterans who need your support is an opportunity to become a better human being. It teaches you love,… What are you most excited to do as a Dole Caregiver Fellow? I look forward to sharing my experience as a caregiver, which will be…
- Washington
Kristin Christensen
Being a military caregiver means making sacrifices and taking care of those who made sacrifices for us.… What are you most excited to do as a Dole Caregiver Fellow? I am most excited to partner with an organization that has developed a program with the…
- Texas
Linda Mais
I adore my dad and am grateful for his service. To me, this is a small but significant way to… What are you most excited to do as a Dole Caregiver Fellow? I am excited to be able to bring awareness and be a voice…
- Texas
Debra Barker
Being a military caregiver means making sure that no other veteran goes through this journey alone or without an… What is one piece of advice you would offer to other military and veteran caregivers? Do not wait. I waited too long to ask for help…
- Maryland
Candace Laguna
Don’t forget to create an identity outside of caregiving. You’re worthy of your own story and successes.… At what moment did you realize you were a military caregiver? During a medical appointment, the physician expressed that Frank would need caregiver assistance for future surgeries, rehabilitation,…
- South Dakota
Jennifer Briest
You are your veteran’s number one advocate.… What are you most excited to do as a Dole Caregiver Fellow? I’m honored to have the opportunity to help other caregivers navigate this role, particularly in rural areas where we don’t have the resources that many others…
Celebrate the Dole Caregiver Fellows
Share a Message of Support for our 2022 Fellows! Dole Caregiver Fellows are leaders, community organizers, and advocates for military caregivers locally and nationwide. But first and foremost, they are the military and veteran caregivers caring for our nation’s wounded, ill, and injured…
Tee It Up for the Troops
Tee It Up for the Troops’ mission as a veterans support organization is to honor, remember, respect and support all… …
