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Testimonials from CareEx Participants

Take a moment to read what some caregivers have to say about our study.

Participant Testimonial reads, "Participating was very easy. I found it introspective. I did not realize how little time I took for myself. I sat down with my family and we mapped out a way for everyone to help me out on a more regular basis."
Participant Testimonial reads, "I thought the study was very helpful in being able to talk to someone about my day-to-day caregiving activities. I enjoyed the nightly calls with the Project Manager and I hope that my journey helps someone else in the same situation.
Participant Testimonial reads, Participating in the CareEx study was a very pleasant experience. It was very well organized and professional. Answering the questions daily had some what of a therapeutic effect on me as it made me think deeply about some of thoughts and attitudes toward caretaking. I would recommend others to participate!
Participant Testimonial reads, "I have already referred a friend to the study and how the interviews proceed. The questions are well thought out and the labelling of emotions were thought provoking for me. Lesley was a joy and carefully listened.
Participant Testimonial reads, " It was a worthwhile experience, one that enabled me to think critically regarding the nature of the service I have been charged with providing. It afforded me a reflective period for assessing my invaluable role in providing for my loved ones."
Participant testimonial reads, "They made it easy and were very accommodating with my busy schedule for doing the interviews and calls. I would definitely recommend this study to other caregivers. Brianna was so great to talk with and did a good job connecting with me and checking in on day to day things that were happening with me and my family members.
Participant testimonial reads, Participation was very easy and not very time consuming. Dollie was friendly and professional. This study and research is critical as advocacy for caregivers that sacrifice their life's for their loved ones!
Participant testimonial reads,Participating in this study offered me relief from my everyday life. Brandy was very kind and easy to share with. It allowed me to reflect on where I was spending time- managing the business needs rather than being able to enjoy a relationship with my grandmother.
Participant testimonial reads, "I found the experience comforting and enlightening. The process was a simple one that allowed for reflection, honesty, and a healthy amount of venting. The questions were thought-provoking and I still find myself thinking of them at the end of the day.