Category Archives: aging

The Word that Changed Our Lives – Cancer

Posted on October 3, 2017 by

“It’s Cancer”. My sister and I tried to compose ourselves and comprehend the significance of what we had just heard the doctor say. Did he just say that our mom has breast cancer? Having worked in hospice for many years, I … Continue reading →

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What’s the Plan?

Posted on September 20, 2017 by

In light of the recent natural disasters, I realized that the subject matter of evacuation is not a topic touched on in my blogging tenure.  For people living in the south who are more frequently affected by flooding and issues … Continue reading →

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Patient Strategies for Communicating with Multiple Doctors

Posted on August 16, 2017 by

Years ago I met a woman at a rehab facility while visiting a family member.  She was recovering from a stroke and looking forward to getting back home.  I acknowledged how well she was doing considering the circumstances.  She said … Continue reading →

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In Loving Memory of Tillie Cutler

Posted on July 24, 2017 by

July 9th my mother-in-law passed away. She was an amazing woman whom I admired tremendously.  Though she had humble beginnings and she and her husband often struggled to make ends meet during their family rearing years, all of her children … Continue reading →

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Having a Heat Wave

Posted on July 12, 2017 by

Summertime tips for Caregivers Seniors are especially at risk in high heat situations. Large stretches of the USA are experiencing extreme temperatures. Here are some summer heat tips for helping elderly loved ones avoid heat stroke or heat exhaustion Encourage … Continue reading →

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DIY Lessons in Caregiving Part 3 – Ask for Help!

Posted on June 26, 2017 by

I will admit that I am mildly obsessed with the show Flea Market Flip. Though the contestants find the items and come up with the plan of how to reinvent the items, there is a team of professionals who support … Continue reading →

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The Chosen One

Posted on March 13, 2017 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 on the topic and the challenges associated with the … Continue reading →

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