Subtopic Categories: R: Caregiver - Relationship Changes

Caring for a loved one with a brain tumor is a trying experience that extends beyond the patient-caregiver relationship, impacting interactions with spouses, children, friends, and extended family members. Here, we dive into the complex dynamics of caregiving and explore how it effects relationships across different aspects of life. Spousal Relationships Caring for a spouse with a brain tumor often leads to profound changes in the marital relationship:Role Reversal: Caregivers may find themselves assuming roles traditionally held by their spouses, such as managing household finances, making medical decisions, and providing emotional support.

Written by Kim Asbury, Brains for the Cure Ambassador and Caregiver My sister, Lori Jo, and I have always had a very close relationship even before she was diagnosed with brain cancer. Considering she was …

Mitch’s wife, Allie, was diagnosed with a grade III anaplastic ependymoma brain tumor in 2016. He, along with Allie’s parents, fill the role of being her caregivers. As a caregiver, your focus is typically on …

Written by: Courtney Benisch | Sr. Manager of Programs & Partnerships for Head for the Cure Being a caregiver for a loved one means you are by their side ready to do anything and everything at …

Written by: Courtney Benisch – Regional Relationship Coordinator for Head for the Cure Once you become a caregiver, your life changes instantly. Roles will reverse in the household and it will change the way you …