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Family Engagement | Family Caregiver Journey
When the Whole Family Enjoys the Process! Recently one of our community members admonished Parents and Grandparents to just tell their family members that they need help with a specific task. The writer went on to say that “It won’t strain them and makes them feel...
Caregiver Emotions: Guilt vs. Peace
Reconciling Competing Priorities! I hope you are having, will have, or had a great weekend with your family! If you're reading this article, there's a good chance that you spend at least some of your time either personally, online, or on the phone with a declining...
Family Roadblocks in Your Caregiver Journey
The Art of Working Together as a Family There are many "roadblocks" along the road of each Caregiver Journey. Many roadblocks can be summed up into three different categories: Family Roadblocks, Geographic Roadblocks, and Financial Roadblocks. As such, dear reader, we...
Are You Planning to Stay Out of the Nursing Home?
It May Not Happen By Accident! Nursing Home admission is one thing we don’t even like to think about, let alone do planning around. But today, I’m not talking about planning to go to a Nursing Home. Rather, I’m talking about planning to stay OUT of a Nursing Home. Now...
Why Have A MOM Centered Family Meeting?
If Mom is showing signs of declining health, it may be time to organize a Mom Centered Family Meeting to keep her safe, while helping her maintain as much independence as possible. A Mom Centered Family Meeting is a productive way for family members and their loved...
Emotional Lessons from Punxsutawney
It's amazing what kinds of emotional lessons we can take from everyday things. When I think of "Groundhog Day", the first thought is the Drew Barrymore movie "50 First Dates". Her character thinks she is living the same day over and over again because of an affliction...
Stages of Your Elder Care Journey
Look Out for Stage #2! In our Elder Law Practice, we commonly see Seniors in one of three stages of the Elder Care Journey. The term "stages" as used herein is not a medical term. It is simply my observation of where a Senior currently resides on the Elder Care...
The Power of a Question: Jump Starting Your Planning
Planning You and Your Declining Parent Early morning is my favorite time of the day. As I’m writing this, I'm looking out at the early morning sky. It's beautiful outside. Hope you're also able to take a minute to enjoy the view. Sometimes we get so caught up in our...
Mom NEEDS Help – But She Refuses Care!
Trying to Fill the Need When No Help is Wanted! Just a few months ago it seemed like there were no problems. Life was good and all needs were met. Things were going well with your job or profession and you even enjoyed your work. You were enjoying time with your...
The Need to Stabilize: When Things are Going Haywire
Mom. Family. Money. Stability. We all look for stability. Whether we are speaking of a stable relationship, home life, work atmosphere, income, or the many other places in our lives, we desire stability. Oftentimes, we get so caught up seeking stability that we take...
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“Where To Be” as we Age | Advanced Planning
Deciding in Advance of the Need! Occasionally we will see Mom & Dad make their own "where to be" decisions in advance of the actual need to move. This proactive approach is rare, but it shows great insight and provides benefits for the couple and for their family....
The “Unusual Personal Phenomenon”
Unusual Decisions During Uncertain Times! Have you ever experienced an "Unusual Personal Phenomenon"? Ok, right now you may have narrowed your eyes, furrowed your brow, or scratched your head wondering what I am talking about. Now you're thinking about which of these...
Financial Roadblocks in your Caregiver Journey
Tips to Make the Money Last Longer There are many "roadblocks" along the road of each Caregiver Journey. Many roadblocks can be summed up into three different categories: Family Roadblocks, Geographic Roadblocks, and Financial Roadblocks. In our last blog, we talked...
Geographic Roadblocks in Your Caregiver Journey
Remote Family Helping from a Distance There are many "roadblocks" along the road of each Caregiver Journey. Many roadblocks can be summed up into three different categories: Family Roadblocks, Geographic Roadblocks, and Financial Roadblocks. In our last blog, we...
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