Episode 04 | Honoring Veteran Caregivers – A Sacred Role

In this special Veterans Day episode of Blessed Thru Blindness, host Victoria Essner reflects on the unique and often challenging journey of being a caregiver for a veteran. Victoria shares heartfelt insights from her experience caring for her husband, a disabled veteran, and offers encouragement and practical strategies for those supporting loved ones who have served.

In this episode, Victoria covers:

1. Honoring Their Unique Experiences – How veterans carry experiences that may be difficult to share and how caregivers can create a safe, supportive space.
2. Managing Physical and Emotional Demands – Tips on creating routines, using assistive tools like the iPhone’s VoiceOver, and staying organized to navigate caregiving with greater ease.
3. Practicing Self-Care and Building Support Networks – The importance of connecting with other caregivers, leaning on support networks, and taking small moments to recharge and restore.

Key Takeaways:

• Practical advice for simplifying caregiving tasks.
• Ways to respect and honor veterans’ unique journeys.
• Why self-care and support networks are essential for caregivers.

Connect with Victoria:

• Website: VictoriaEssner.com
• Social Media: @VictoriaEssner on all platforms
• Facebook Group: Join our Blessed Thru Blindness community for support, insights, and connection with other caregivers.

Thank you to all caregivers and veterans for your strength, resilience, and service. Remember, “Be grateful, and just as important, be kind because kindness is contagious.” Stay blessed and empowered!