Being a military or veteran family caregiver likely will be one of the most

important and challenging roles you’ll ever have. Your caregiver journey

may vary depending on if your loved one is active duty, retired, ill, wounded, or disabled.

Those who are caring for an active-duty service member are considered “military caregivers”; those who care for a veteran are “veteran caregivers.”

Here to talk to offer some tips for military or veteran family caregivers is Amy Goyer. She's AARP's national family and caregiving expert.