Tender Strength
Senior Thesis 2025
I know that caring for someone with cancer is not an easy journey and can be overwhelming at times. It can take a significant toll on your emotional, physical, and mental health, as it did to me.
My dad was diagnosed with cancer in November of 2018, during my second year of high school. I didn’t know how to manage dealing with the diagnosis and caring for him. I struggled with caring for him and myself, and I developed caregiver burden, also known as caregiver burnout, which is a state of physical, emotional, and mental exhaustion while you are caring for someone else.
I created this kit, Tender Strength, to help guide you through this challenging time, as I wish someone had done for me. Inside, you’ll find personal stories, helpful tips, emotion-validating playing cards, and more to make your caregiving experience manageable while reminding you of the importance of caring for yourself. You are not alone on this path. I hope this kit provides you with comfort, encouragement, and the strength to continue moving forward—for yourself and those you care for.
