Supporting all who care for elders
When my kids were little, I was not a fan of Hallowe’en. That’s an understatement. I hated it. The spiritual implications, the cost, and all that candy put me off. I probably scarred them for life, but they got dressed up and we took them out to Chuck E. Cheese, where they came home with […]
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In celebration of my 300th blog, in the month of October, I will be featuring a series called “Who is A Care Partner?” Each week, I will interview a professional care partner. Different responsibilities, nationalities, and perspectives, but one thing in common–a heart for elders. This is the fourth in the series. Tell us a
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In celebration of my 300th blog, in the month of October I will be featuring a series called “Who is A Care Partner?” Each week, I will interview a professional care partner. Different responsibilities, nationalities, and perspectives, but one thing in common–a heart for elders. This is the third in the series. When Lillian talks
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In celebration of my 300th blog, in the month of October I will be featuring a series called “Who is A Care Partner?” Each week, I will interview a professional care partner. Different responsibilities, nationalities, and perspectives, but one thing in common–a heart for elders. This is the second in the series. Niala Dookie was
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In celebration of my 300th blog, in the month of October I will be featuring a series called “Who is A Care Partner?” Each week, I will interview a different professional care partner. Different responsibilities, nationalities, and perspectives, but one thing in common–a heart for elders. This is the first in the series. Honeygirl’s journey to her
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“I’ll never put my mother in a home.” I’ve heard these words many times over the years. They’re often said with conviction and a sanctimonious air that doesn’t invite dialogue. There are many hidden messages in these eight words, and although not all of them may be intended, some definitely are. In some cultures, it’s considered dishonourable
“We’ve got a problem.” Megan’s delightful British accent and belly laugh were my favourites, but she wasn’t laughing today. She pulled me aside with a frown and confided to me in a low tone the seriousness of what they were facing. Someone at their table for four was wasting milk. She asked for a full
Your family member has just moved into care. There is so much to do to get them settled. What will fit in the room? How should you set it up so they are comfortable? Meet the doctor and the nurses, get their clothes labelled, on and on… For some, giving over care to strangers is
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“If I bring her computer down next week, are the proper cables in the room to get internet access?” I looked blankly at the family member asking the question. Her mother had moved in last week and was getting settled. I was certain whatever cables she needed weren’t in the room, and I had no
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I’m not good at the dripping tap. Have you ever been cosied into your couch with a riveting book, until your attention is drawn to the kitchen? Drip. Drip. Drip. You’re already disturbed, so you get up to turn the darn thing off. You just get back to the couch when you hear Drip. Drip.