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Legal Documents Every Caregiver Must Have in Florida
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 […]

Are You Really Ready for Your Loved One’s Next Doctor Visit?
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 […]

What is a Patient Advocate? Your Guide To Amazing Elder Care
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 […]

Community Resources: A Guide to Local Caregiver Support Services
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 […]

Are You a Compassionate Care Partner? Tips for Being More Loving & Supportive
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 […]

Therapy Pets: Counting the Benefits & Blessings of Animal-Assisted Care
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 […]