Here’s a Concept That May Explain a LOT
A few months ago, I was chatting with the caregiving thought leader and founder of the Caregiving Years Training Academy, Denise Brown. Denise and I always have great conversations and…
The Caregivers' Living Room
Here’s a Concept That May Explain a LOT
A few months ago, I was chatting with the caregiving thought leader and founder of the Caregiving Years Training Academy, Denise Brown. Denise and I always have great conversations and…
So THAT’S Why Caregivers Feel So Desperate!
Last week, I had a fascinating chat with the caregiving guru (and I don't use that word lightly), Denise Brown. Denise is the founder of the Caregiving Years Training Academy…
So THAT’S Why Caregivers Feel So Desperate!
Last week, I had a fascinating chat with the caregiving guru (and I don’t use that word lightly), Denise Brown. Denise is the founder of the Caregiving Years Training Academy…
Mother Lode: Confessions of a Reluctant Caregiver
When Dr. Zachary White and I were in the research phase of writing The Unexpected Journey of Caring, we talked about a phenomenon that we were observing in caregiver support…
Mother Lode: Confessions of a Reluctant Caregiver
When Dr. Zachary White and I were in the research phase of writing The Unexpected Journey of Caring, we talked about a phenomenon that we were observing in caregiver support…
Happy National Caregivers Day in Canada – Reasons for Hope
Today is National Caregiver Day in Canada. I feel spring in the air and I’d like to share some trends that I feel hopeful about – hopeful for the future…
Happy National Caregivers Day in Canada – Reasons for Hope
Today is National Caregiver Day in Canada. I feel spring in the air and I'd like to share some trends that I feel hopeful about - hopeful for the future…
Caregiver Recipe Exchange!
I love food and I love to cook. But like any other caregiver, I often have no time to make something healthy and delicious, so that's when I turn to…
Caregiver Recipe Exchange!
I love food and I love to cook. But like any other caregiver, I often have no time to make something healthy and delicious, so that’s when I turn to…
For National Caregiver Day, A Reflection on Receiving Care
Yesterday I had a fascinating conversation with Laurel Wittman, President of the Well Spouse Association. Laurel is a long-time carer for her husband who has MS. After chatting a while…
For National Caregiver Day, A Reflection on Receiving Care
Yesterday I had a fascinating conversation with Laurel Wittman, President of the Well Spouse Association. Laurel is a long-time carer for her husband who has MS. After chatting a while…
It’s National Caregiver Day in USA – Here is my Message
You won’t receive any cards or cakes for National Caregiver Day. You won’t be handed a box of chocolates or a new diamond ring either. If you did, you would…
Quitting Time: A PM’s Resignation Has Lessons for Caregivers
Yesterday I learned that Jacinda Ardern, Prime Minister of New Zealand who led her country for the past five years, resigned unexpectedly. In an emotional statement, she said, “I am…
Quitting Time: A PM’s Resignation Has Lessons for Caregivers
Yesterday I learned that Jacinda Ardern, Prime Minister of New Zealand who led her country for the past five years, resigned unexpectedly. In an emotional statement, she said, “I am…
The Twelve Days of a Caregiver Christmas
This is a reprise of a Christmas post from 2017. Hasn't the world changed since then?! Then again, time moves more slowly in caregiving. Merry Christmas, everyone! And may we…
The Twelve Days of a Caregiver Christmas
This is a reprise of a Christmas post from 2017. Hasn’t the world changed since then?! Then again, time moves more slowly in caregiving. Merry Christmas, everyone! And may we…
When a Book Hits So Close to Home: The Lady With The Crown
When I was very young, I wished for some big event to happen to me, something truly dramatic - tragic, even. I hadn't yet heard the expression "Be careful what…
When a Book Hits So Close to Home: The Lady With The Crown
When I was very young, I wished for some big event to happen to me, something truly dramatic – tragic, even. I hadn’t yet heard the expression “Be careful what…
All Together Now! The Power of Teamwork in Caregiving
I actually published this post a few months ago but I want to reprise it because (pause for happy dance), I am hosting Dr. Brian Goldman on our next Caregiving…