Dawn E. Shedrick, LCSW, is a caregiver advocate and author of Courageous Contemplation: A Guided Journal for Family CareGivers of Chronically Ill, Disabled, and Elderly Loved Ones.
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Dawn E. Shedrick, LCSW's Articles
What a trip to the hospital—and a trip to the tropics—taught me about caregivers’ guilt and self-care. Plus: AARP resources for caregivers.
, November 17, 2023
9 Min Read