I have to agree with both Melrick and DG. I have my mother living with us, and I deal daily with her myriad health issues, doctors' appointments, medications, insurance issues, and the like. I also had the unfortunate experience of watching my father die of cancer, and it was compounded by his having moved 2,000 miles away for the last three years of his life. I got almost 8 weeks at the very end, and it still hurts to this day.
Those we care for do appreciate what we do, and for all of us who care for a loved one, please know that we appreciate what you do.