Shared Loss Leads to Lifelong Friendship in Rare Cancer Caregiving

My 15-year journey as a successful Parkinson’s family caregiver

A little over 15 years ago, I started a new “job.” There was no interview, and the specific duties and time frame were unclear. Although I was probably not a very likely candidate, the job was mine, whether I liked it or not. What I knew about the job before starting was that: There was no formal training, company manual, or onboarding procedures, and experience was not necessary. Compensation and benefits were not offered. Lunch breaks, paid t…

Shared Loss Leads to Lifelong Friendship in Rare Cancer Caregiving

Cindy and Katie share how caring for parents with cholangiocarcinoma led to friendship, support and advocacy through the Cholangiocarcinoma Foundation.