Caregiver Story Spotlight | Shield HealthCare “What Makes Caregiving Rewarding?” Story Contest Story by Gretchen V. It’s tough to be a caregiver, BUT it’s tougher for the one to be cared for! My daughter, Robin is severely disabled with a degenerative disorder called Spinocerebellar ataxia (SCA). I have watched her decline for many years and… Continue reading Caring For A Child With Spinocerebellar Ataxia

I have worked with the elderly for more than 20 years. Throughout my adult life I have always felt obligated to help the elderly in my community.

Caregiver Story Spotlight | Shield HealthCare “What Makes Caregiving Rewarding?” Story Contest Story by True G., 2008 Story Contest Runner-up “We have the honor of being able to care for our 26-year-old son, Joseph (Joe Joe). He has Cerebral Palsy as a result of being born almost 3 months premature. He can’t walk or talk… Continue reading Caregiving Family For Son With Cerebral Palsy Inspired By The Denver Broncos

Congratulations to La Nedra M., Caregiver for her mother in Cerritos, CA La Nedra was one of three caregivers awarded the $1,000 grand prize in Shield HealthCare’s 11th annual “What Makes Caregiving Rewarding?” Story Contest. La Nedra’s winning story is titled, “HOW GOOD IT FEELS TO RETURN THE LOVE!” “Hello? Hello? Do you want to come in?” Those… Continue reading Caregiver Story Contest Grand Prize Winner Tells: How Good It Feels To Return The Love