I'm having an identity crisis!

You always hear about family caregivers, especially those caring for their aging parents, say that they feel they’ve lost their identity to caregiving. And even when caregiving ends, then there’s a feeling of “now what? Who am I now?” I’m struggling with this now. Please help me figure this one out!

[rolandschneider]

First, I am so sorry for your father’s passing. You are clearly grieving (and rightly so), so don’t apologize or feel guilty! Secondly, you should definitely introduce yourself as a former caregiver for your father for ___ years, and continue to support fellow caregivers now. Please know that this is true, because your videos have been a great resource, support and comfort for me! God Bless!

[susanmeredith]

You are STILL a caregiver because YOU are here for US, and God knows you are much needed! Sending love.

[inthegymaurora]

So sorry for the loss of your Father.
You can still say family caregiver. Once a caregiver always a caregiver.
I did wached your veidos before my Daddy passed away in December 2021. the videos really helped me on how to care for my Dad, and also care for myself.
Thank you for your past videos.
Take care of yourself ... rest, eat and go for a walk.

[ddhatch]

Your advice and expertise is greatly appreciated, don't worry about your care giver status, you know your

[erinjoyorange]

We need you! We are all looking for someone who has been through what we are going through.

[karolannnera]

continue!!!! You have help me and my family thru the veterans affairs. I am a care giver of both of my parents. With your videos helped so so much. Keep your words as is. We love you....

[rhondacoleman]

Any help with caregiving is a blessing. All of us will lose the one we are caring for. Any help or advice is always welcomed. Sometimes just to know someone else is having same struggles.

[miaredding]

Thank you for all you have done. I just discovered you and your videos today. Please continue your videos. You have a bunch of families out here that need so much help snd support. My condolences on the loss of your Dad. You both are fortunate to have had each other. God bless you and keep up the amazing work.

[tonyd]

My deepest sympathy for your loss. Your insight gives direction and support. Your shared experience has confirmed many early decisions I have made before a major medical event occurs. God Bless Sophia.

[kathyhowell]

I’m so sorry for your loss. I feel like once you’ve been a caregiver, you’re always a caregiver at heart. It changes you, and you have so much knowledge and experience to share with others. I hope you will continue to share your knowledge with us. Hugs! ❤️

[dsmith]

New subscriber, really sorry for your loss, your videos are providing a GREAT service and we/I need you.

[edharrison]

You help MY family so that still makes you a family caregiver. You have so much to share and we are hungry for it. Please continue with your caring support.

[jodi]

Your videos are extremely important. You have supported those of us who would fall apart without you. Keep going!!! I found your videos just when I needed them. ♥️ I am certain there are new caretakers every day that need information and just a reason to take a deep breath.

[nunyabidnazz]

Miss Sofia, I’m so sorry for everything you’re going through. This really resonated with me as you’ve helped me with so much, and my Mother in Law passed away right before Christmas. I felt the same way. What do I do now? What is my purpose? Who am I? 🥺 I still wake up occasionally and run in to “check on Mom.” You’re Still a Caregiver dear. You always will be. The wisdom and knowledge you’ve gained will continue to help people! Keep sharing your thoughts and experiences. Miss Sofia, I can’t thank you enough. You made such a difference in my life and gave me so many useful tips. I’m sincere when I say you helped me through some of the hardest and best days of my life. Many people will continue to be blessed by you! You’ll always be a caregiver dear, you’ll just receive new patients. I’m praying for you, and forever grateful for you!! ♥️

[windyratcliff]

If you feel that way that means you were genuine care giver, and you did a fabulous job. Offer up advice keep it going ! So sorry for your loss!

[liberdade]

I’m so sorry for your loss!! Your experience is so valuable to share with those of us still going through it. Please keep sharing your insight! If it’s not out of order for you, perhaps someday you could share how you dealt with handling final expenses, arrangements, how to deal with family during that time when emotions are high and there may be disagreement on what to do.

[amg]

I’m sorry for your loss.
Thank you for all your videos and advice. I recently lost my dad and have become my mothers full time care giver. Your videos have made me feel like I’m not alone .
Why not add the word “experienced” family care giver? You definitely are.
All the best with whatever you decide to go with. You great advice remains great no matter what. 🌸

[Ducartours]

Please keep on giving your advice. I have recently become a caregiver for my parents. I just discovered you late last year. I am still catching up on your videos
and really need the advice you are giving. You are helping SO many people with you knowledge and experience! Thank you for sharing!

[sarahhursey]

Hello Sofia...Im so very sorry to hear of the loss of your father in January.. He will I'm sure have been so very grateful for all the love and care you gave to him.
Your channel has been so very valuable to me and so so many other people.🥰. !! So much Real honest information about caregiving and how to give the best care possible to our loved ones. Understanding the memory loss and what not to say was unbelievably valuable.. !

You are still and will always be a caregiver. it's so clearly inbuilt and is totally who you are.. I do hope that you can also allow yourself some you time and treat yourself ..
Your lovely manner ..caring and loving attitude towards being a caregiver inspired me every day.

Thankyou for supporting all of us ..much love from the UK xx

[HeathersJourney]

Deepest condolences for the passing of your father. 💜 first I’d say do what feels tight for you right now…. and absolutely I have no doubt people will still learn a ton from you and connect with you. Grief is also par5 of this journey.