Family Communication

Caregivers often find themselves unable to voice their needs and communicate with family members. Many sensitive issues are always popping up. How do I talk to mom about long term care options? When do you discuss with your dad that it might be time to give up the car keys? What happens when other siblings or family members just aren’t able to provide the same level of support as you?

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An Unexpected Miracle

One day a gift arrived.
I did not notice.
I was not looking.

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Caregiving Is Always A Challenge

I have worked with elders and their families for the past thirty eight years. I have a wonderful career and have worked in many venues of elder service. I am writing my story to you as a daughter who cared for her aged Mother.

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Grateful for National Family Caregiver Month

November is National Family Caregiver Month. The commitment and dedication caregivers show throughout the year to their loved ones is remarkable, and it is always valuable to stop and appreciate the good things in our lives. Take a moment this month to acknowledge the caregivers in your life.

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Everyday Heroes

Here’s to the everyday heroes,
The volunteers who do what they can,
To ease the suffering of others,
And be of service to their fellow man.

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Thanking the thankless

While often a thankless job, caregivers face daily challenges with incredible resilience and strength. Many fall into the role unexpectedly, and while there is little that can actually prepare someone for the task, caregivers manage to complete invaluable work at the expense of their own well-being.

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The Best of Time Even in the Worse of Times

Rose was brokenhearted, but not totally surprised, when Ralph was diagnosed with “Cognitive Disorder” just a year after retiring. She had noticed some changes in Ralph and she had encouraged him to see a neurologist. Ralph was reluctant, but finally he agreed. He was diagnosed with “Cognitive Disorder.”

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The Journey of Life Choices

Who is living your life? Is it you? For the past few months, I feel as if someone else is living mine. Ever since returning to full-time work for someone else, I have struggled to keep “me” in my life. Ever feel like that?

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Have the Conversation

It’s the Conversation that matters!

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Hope of the First Survivor

A few weeks ago, along with my friends, coworkers and my five year old granddaughter, I participated in the walk for Alzheimer’s. It was a very moving experience.

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