I’ve been inspired recently. That’s not to say life has been fun or easy. If you’ve followed this blog for a while, you’re likely familiar with my dual personal and professional roles as a Board-certified Patient Advocate and care partner to my life partner, Brian. While guiding elders and families here in the Clearwater, FL […]
We’ve certainly discussed person-centered care before. Also known as person-focused care, it’s a care philosophy that empowers the individual(s) at the center of the treatment and compassion required in the aging process. That is, your loved one – in good health or bad. Person-centered care for dementia is particularly important due to the regressive and […]
My Brian’s eyes would play tricks with him when was still living at home in earlier stages of his Alzheimer’s and vascular dementia. Especially at night. The shadows cast from the moonlight out our window over Tampa Bay, which normally looked so peaceful, caused hallucinations and paranoia and led to many sleepless nights. Dementia care […]
By Maureen RulisonCaregiver Support and Resources I shudder to describe the horror stories. As I’ve said before, being the most compassionate care partner possible is a labor of love. But it’s even more difficult to manage in the shadow of healthcare and legal bureaucracy. Imagine, in the worst-case scenario, not being able to advocate for […]
By Maureen RulisonCaregiver Support and Resources Well, are you? As a devoted care partner, readying for your loved one’s next doctor visit may not be your highest priority in the day-to-day. Lord knows, you have a million-and-one other things to do and worry about in providing the love and care your loved one deserves. But […]
By Maureen RulisonCaregiver Support and Resources, LLC Caring for our aging loved ones should be easy in theory, right? We love Mom. We love our sister. We love our husband. We love whomever requires excellent care in the twilight of life. But it’s so complicated – even draining and frustrating – in practice. That’s because […]
By Maureen RulisonCaregiver Support and Resources, LLC As care partners, we understand that providing great elder care should be a collaborative effort. It does take a village – especially as our loved ones approach life’s end stages. Local caregiver support services can shoulder pretty much any burden. So here’s a guide to what you should […]
By Maureen RulisonCaregiver Support and Resources, LLC Being a care partner for an aging loved one is a noble yet challenging role that requires oodles of patience and understanding. Are you a compassionate care partner? Caregiving can push beyond human limits. Compassion can be hard to find. Self-doubt is common. Unchecked, emotions can sour into […]
By Maureen RulisonCaregiver Support and Resources, LLC There’s just something about owning an animal. It’s a responsibility, but pets bring so much life, light and love to environments that need it most. Animal-assisted care can be a great source of comfort and support for elders in good health and end-of-life patients alike. A well-trained service […]
By Maureen RulisonCaregiver Support and Resources Hospice care isn’t a choice to make lightly. (That’s why, as always, I sincerely hope you and your loved ones are having the conversation early.) Choosing a hospice care provider – to serve the final steps in the aging process – should be an upfront consideration. Why? Well, there’s […]
