Category Archives: caregiving and stress

Boobs and Bowel Movements

Posted on May 16, 2013 by

My sister shared with me that when she called our Aunt to wish her a “Happy Birthday” her reply was “I had a bowel movement today”, to which I commented “well then that was a happy birthday for her wasn’t … Continue reading →

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Don’t Panic

Posted on May 10, 2013 by

It was 8:15am when the call came.  My Aunt’s caregiver was calling to tell me my Aunt had fallen and 911 was called.  I quickly got dressed and headed to the hospital.  Pulling out of the driveway while searching my … Continue reading →

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Pro-Active Crisis Management

Posted on April 29, 2013 by

During a recent conversation with a friend he shared how frustrated he was that, during a medical crisis with his father-in-law that required emergency surgery; no-one asked any questions of the surgeon about potential future consequences or complications. I’ve often … Continue reading →

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Forgiving Myself

Posted on April 25, 2013 by

I was talking with a friend about a falling out he had years ago with a family member.  I shared with him my thoughts (and a couple of my blogs) about forgiveness shared that forgiveness is about him and not … Continue reading →

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To Serve and Protect

Posted on April 22, 2013 by

Just like becoming a member of the US military is a choice, so is it a choice to care for an elderly loved one.  Once that choice is made, you then have a duty serve and protect those you love, … Continue reading →

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Recognize the Signs of Elder Abuse – Guest Post by Dave Singleton

Posted on April 19, 2013 by

It’s as growing and widespread a problem as it is under-reported and complicated. I’m speaking about elder abuse, which is an epidemic in our country. Why is it under-reported? Many cases involve family or elders in a close relationship with … Continue reading →

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Mission Critical

Posted on April 9, 2013 by

I recently attended a luncheon where they discussed the importance of having a plan in place for a disruptive event.  They were referring to a disruptive event in a company’s computer processing and systems, however; it occurred to me that … Continue reading →

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Surrender to Lower Your Stress – By Dave Balch

Posted on March 15, 2013 by

The life of a caregiver can be pretty stressful. (That sentence is a candidate for the Nobel Prize of understatement.) Everyone’s story is different, but the resulting stress is pretty much the same. I hope that my story will resonate with … Continue reading →

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Random Stop Syndrome

Posted on March 8, 2013 by

While at a conference in Las Vegas, I experience a phenomenon I refer to as “Random Stop Syndrome”.  While walking through the casinos people would come to a sudden and complete stop for no apparent reason setting off a chain … Continue reading →

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CaregiverLife Radio – What You Need to Know About Elder Law

Posted on March 6, 2013 by

Click here to join me tomorrow morning for CaregiverLife Radio from 10-11am (CST) Topic : Elder Law Guest: Rick Law from Law Elder Law About Rick: “World class” is defined by Webster’s Dictionary as “being of the highest caliber in the … Continue reading →

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CaregiverLife Radio – Managing Stress

Posted on February 28, 2013 by

Click here to join me today for CaregiverLife Radio from 10-11am (CST) Topic: Stress Management Guest: Dave Balch Dave Balch has a unique, inspiring, and loving story to share, coupled with the experience, desire, and ability to share it. Dave Balch supported … Continue reading →

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$10 Worth of Empowerment

Posted on February 26, 2013 by

Over the last year I’ve helped my Aunt out as she faces multiple health issues, including driving her to doctor appointments, the grocery store and to some family events.  On many of these junctures she has offered me money to … Continue reading →

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CaregiverLife Radio – Alzheimer’s Myths and Facts

Posted on February 21, 2013 by

Click here to Join me today from 10-11am (CST) for CaregiverLife Radio Topic: Alzheimer’s Myths & Facts Special Guest: Michelle Sanfillipo from Alexian Brothers Neurosciences Institute About Michelle: Michelle L. Sanfilippo, MPAS, PA-C is a certified physician assistant practicing in neurology for the … Continue reading →

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CaregiverLife Radio – Music Therapy

Posted on February 14, 2013 by

Join me today from 10-11am (CST) for CaregiverLife Radio My guest: MARY ELLEN HEELAN Mary Ellen Heelan, a native of Downers Grove,Illinois has had an eclectic career, starting out as a Social Studies teacher in Oklahoma and Virginia; then moving into … Continue reading →

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The Chosen One

Posted on February 11, 2013 by

A friend called me the other day and shared her concerns about being chosen to be the health-care and financial power of attorney for her mother.  She had heard me speak about the topic and the challenges associated with the … Continue reading →

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