Millennial Stories

Elizabeth-Leigh was at the peak of her career as a Chief Clinical Officer and enjoying the life she worked hard for when she became a caregiver to her parents.

After caring for her grandfather at the age of 14, Catt realized that her natural ability and compassion could lead to a career in elder care.

Brandi got married in 2010 and became a part-time caregiver for her mother-in-law on the same day.

Andrew’s dreams of exploring life away from home, as a college student, were interrupted when his father was diagnosed.

Irving started taking care of his family as a teenager. As his parents developed health problems, he also became their caregiver.

Cait became a caregiver after her mom had a heart attack, triple bypass surgery, and stroke. All within the same month.

Sawyer was living with in Vermont his wife and two toddlers when his dad was diagnosed with lung cancer.

As the oldest child, Staci always knew she would become her father’s caregiver. But she was still surprised with what came next.

Just two months after Patrick began volunteering at a hospice, he became a full-time caregiver for his partner’s dad.

Rose and her husband were about to start the business of their dreams when her mom was diagnosed with stage IV cancer.

Mr. T’s mom had been battling cancer for two years when a recent hospital visit revealed the cancer had spread throughout her body.

Klara was a few years out of college when her seemingly healthy mom was diagnosed with a rare form of cancer beyond treatment.