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Aphasia: ‘I Couldn’t Speak and I was Terrified’
I woke up Saturday morning just like any other day. Maureen, my life partner/care partner, was up before me, of course, as she moves like a lightning bolt and I take my sweet time. The gentle waves of Tampa Bay just outside our bedroom window glistened in the morning sunlight. So relaxing and peaceful, a […]
Dementia Communication Strategies: Talking When Talking Doesn’t Work
Brian needed to say something. Something simple. He struggled. It made me sad. I’m used to it. So is he. We’re prepared for this. But as experts in dementia care — him living it and me helping many care-partner teams who contend with it daily — even we battle with daily trials. My life partner, Brian, is the smartest […]
Enjoying the Golden Years with Our Loved Ones
The clear lake water laps gently against the dock where you and your father stand in silence. He gazes across the water toward the setting sun. He appears deep in thought. “A beautiful, golden sunset to kick off my golden years,” he says. You smile. It’s a moment out of a Robert Frost poem. “Nature’s […]
What is Power of Attorney?
Your dad has struggled these last few months. His health on the decline — quicker than anyone anticipated — has sewn confusion, aggravation and dismay throughout the family. Who has power of attorney? What can they do? What can’t they do? His memory began taking the biggest blows several months back. Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease, the doctors […]
Death Doulas: Compassionate End of Life Care
Death doulas deliver compassionate care at end of life. They’re non-medical professionals known by many names: death coaches, soul midwives, transition guides and end-of-life coaches, among others. Much like birthing doulas ensure care and support to families as babies say hello to the world, death doulas provide holistic care and comfort as elders say goodbye. […]
Don’t Wait for Important Conversations About Hospice
No one wants to envision their dying moments. No one wants to picture a loved one dying, either. But death is a part of life, and it’s important to have important conversations about hospice before it’s too late. Hospice can deliver comfort and peace of mind. Pre-planning and deciding what you want your dying process […]
