The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette has published a two-part story on the family caregivers of veterans wounded in Iraq. Family members provide much of these veteran’s care, sometimes leaving jobs and communities to support their loved ones.
Part One follows Leslie Kammerdiener and her son Kevin, as she cares for him in Tampa, FL after leaving her Pennsylvania home.
Part Two includes a return visit home where Kevin receives a Purple Heart.
This related piece also discusses how family caregivers can neglect their own health care while supporting others.
