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Studies on caregiving have often concentrated on the negative physical and emotional impacts on caregivers, while more recent literature depicts a more complex and multidimensional experience. The purpose of the current study was to better elucidate the scope of challenges and benefits attributed to caring for a loved one with a serious, life-limiting illness.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Methods<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>A total of 18 informal family caregivers were enrolled in this study, which used a semi-structured interview format. Interviews were conducted at the participants\u2019 place of residence, all within New York State (United States of America). All interviews were audio-recorded, transcribed, and analyzed using inductive thematic analysis with consensual qualitative research components. 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