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Mercadez

"You do not have to do everything alone."

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It happened in November 2014. I remember the day like it was yesterday.

Kyla

“It’s OK to not do everything perfect.”

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Jeanne

“Knowing how to take care of myself was a big one.”

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Mear

I care for my mom and also my little sister because my mom is not able to at this time.

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Daniel

My role as a caregiver expanded when I was about 16 and my mom had a terrible accident and needed su...

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Micaela

I care for my father who has mental health challenges. That started when I was about 12.

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