Nutrition

How to Turn Breakfast Into a Fun and Delicious Treat for Your Elder

And now for something completely different… Care partners are busy, often stressed, and trying to keep several balls in the air at the same time. Their elder and their changing needs, other family, perhaps job. They are tired. So tired. Elders are often picky eaters and difficult to please. Or, they want the same three […]

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Everything You Know About Food Changes at End-of-Life

An apple a day.. “Eat your vegetables!” Love at first bite. Life is uncertain, eat dessert first. You are what you eat. Ever think about how much of our life is obsessed with food? That’s not a bad thing, as obviously we need to eat to live, and proper nutrition is important. Beyond that, food

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When the End is Near, What Does it Look Like?

One day, your task as a care partner will end. Of course, you know this. Perhaps, on a day full of appointments and crises and decisions, you long for that day. In a secret place in your heart, you might think, “My elder has suffered enough and I’m tired. I’m ready for the end.” Then

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Care Partner Wednesday–“But I Don’t Drink Water!”

“She’s dehydrated.” The hospital nurse’s tone spoke volumes and her message was clear. The resident we sent to the hospital was suffering from dehydration on our watch, so obviously we gave terrible care. The judgement was in her voice, the look on her face and the stance of her body. I wanted to punch her.

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Who Is A Care Partner?–Lillian

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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