Recently, a friend of mine, who works in this field, asked, “how do I advise friends and clients who are in the uncomfortable position of having to choose a new home for mom or dad?”
First of all, I want to point out that … Continue reading...
Category: Caregiving
Nursing Homes, Assisted Living or…some alternative?
I’ve written a lot about the process of choosing an Assisted Living or a Nursing Facility or other alternatives. Actually what I’ve typically written about is the lack of choice we have in such matters and that most of us arrive at that weigh … Continue reading...
Going Home for the Holidays? Help Them Stay Safe, Healthy and Independent
This week, we discussed it. My brothers and sisters. My mother. It’s our time. Is wasTime for THE Talk. No, no, no! Not the birds & bees talk! It’s time to look for ways we can keep my increasingly frail mother safe, healthy and
Sibling Wars: Power of Attorney (POA)? Or Responsibility?
I frequently get calls that start out like this:
Me <answering phone>: “Hi, this is Doris”
Caller: “Uh, hi. Is this the lawyer’s office?”
Me: “Yes, how can I help you?”
Caller: Oh, uh…(gets over surprise that lawyer answers her own phone) Can you … Continue reading...
Respite Care: 4 Ways to Prevent Caregiver Burnout
What is “Respite Care?” Home Care. Health Care. Nursing Care. Most of us can understand these terms.
But what is “Respite” Care? Some new marketing buzz word? Well, to be honest, Respite Care is partly a marketing buzzword, but there is some substance at … Continue reading...