Spousal Caregivers Face Greater Strain—Here’s What The Data Shows

The first impact was emotional, says Esme Almonte, 58 (name changed). “When a loved one is suffering from a chronic illness, you think in the beginning, if you do things right, everything will be alright—and that’s what I thought.” Almonte is the primary caregiver for her husband, who suffers from leptomeningeal disease. She is among the rising number of spousal or partner caregivers who are women, according to research. She’s…