Caregiving at a younger age: An unexpected detour
In June 2022 we held an online event for younger caregivers. During this event, Rudy Brandt discussed her journey of becoming a caregiver while in her early 20s. She was kind enough to allow...
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North bay woman finds her purpose after caring for grandmother
Melissa Anderson was 20 years old when she put her life on pause to care for her grandmother. Through that experience she found her purpose in life, to help care for others living with...
Two parents living with Alzheimer’s and a baby on the way
Vanessa Carter and her husband, Joe Ording are looking forward to the birth of their son in January. They are already caring for Vanessa’s parents, Ted and Valda Carter, of Tiburon, who are...
Cuidando al Abuelo: una oportunidad para aprender sobre la vida
English translation En cierto modo, Pablo Carbajal de San Mateo es como muchos otros jóvenes de 25 años. Él está persiguiendo una educación superior. A Pablo le gusta tocar música y mantenerse activo...
Caring for Grandpa: an opportunity to learn about life
In some ways, Pablo Carbajal of San Mateo is like many other 25-year olds. He’s pursuing higher education. Pablo likes to play music and keep active with sports. He dreams of a career,...
Perspective of a young caregiver
Alison Hunter and her sister, Emily, had to grow up fast when their mother developed Alzheimer’s. A call from a concerned sister In 2011, Alison was just about to graduate from college in...
