We have a tendency to lump age groups together. We name groups “toddlers” or “teens”, which make common sense. Some individuals in our society who are over the age of 55 are annoyed if you call them senior or elder. I remember leaving a shopping trip at a local store thinking that they didn’t charge Read More
Archives for 2010
Attitude: Is Longevity Connected to How We Experience Life?
Those who live longer lives seem to have one thing in common – a great attitude and an acceptance to change and loss. Watching the ABC evening news one night recently, there was a lovely story of a Mrs. Matthews who was 100 years old and playing the piano. Yes, she was one of those Read More
Mother’s Day
What is Mother’s Day? Is it a day for Hallmark and the flower industry? Or perhaps it’s a single day we stop to say, “Hey Mom, I love you and appreciate what you have done for me.” A day when I acknowledge, “You were not perfect but you did the best you could, with the Read More
Parkinson’s Disease & Caregiving
Many individuals with a diagnosis of Parkinson’s disease do very well without much assistance and live full lives until the disease progresses. Others need help early after diagnosis and as the disease progresses they need 24/7 care, mostly given by family caregivers. There are other conditions that can look like Parkinson’s but are not – Read More
I’m too tired today! Quality vs. Quantity!
It is hard, as adult children, to know – Is my Mother tired? Or, is she depressed? Or, is she just not feeling well in general? Viewing our parents objectively is challenging. Parents often shield their children from negative thoughts, feelings, depression or discomfort. In addition, hearing is often diminished and being in a busy Read More
Mom Needs Care and Siblings are in Disagreement
Often we hear from families, that need services for a parent, that their brother or sister doesn’t think mom needs anything or they feel she needs 10 times the care she really needs to stay safe and well. This conflict can sometimes delay an intervention that would benefit all family members. It is hard to Read More
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