Liz - you hit the nail on the head when you mention the alone feeling that comes at the end of treatment. This happens to a lot of us and to caregivers, too! At the end of treatment the previous "normalcy" and routine of the trips to get Rad Tx and the support of people who had become familiar have all gone away and you are left with that "what now?" feeling. It's a change and any change even if it's for good carries a lot of stress with it. It can lead to depression, but if CG and survivor can keep in mind that there is a turning point towards a new normal just around the corner, it can make things less stressful. Be sure to notice any improvement no matter how slight and celebrate the event loudly! When my son was first able to swallow two grains of rice with his chicken broth I jumped up and down and yelled hurray!! That light is coming soon, soon! Keep your eye on it! (and push the swallowing.)