Welcome to my Journey
These are my personal stories, lessons, and learnings that guided me through my father’s end-of-life journey.
The Fear of Being Wrong
The fear of being wrong, or not doing something right, can be debilitating. Especially when the decision impacts life and death. In my opinion, this explains why so many people desire to be told...
Read MoreShare More, Share Deeper
In my previous blog, I ended with the suggestion that through transparency you and your loved ones will be empowered to share more and to share deeply.
Read MoreTransparency
Overwhelm, lack of control, and an unfamiliarity with the subject matter and “language” of end-of-life care breeds insecurity and mistrust. How can I possibly do what’s right when I don’t have a clue...
Read MoreThe Care Team
In her book Eldercare 101, my friend Mary Jo Saavedra encourages families to create an “Aging Life Care Team”. This team consists of an assortment of individuals with the skills often called on when...
Read MoreDoes It Have a Happy Ending?
People mean well, they really do. Even thoughtless people and those who can’t relate to your situation. I’ve only recognized this in hindsight.
Read MoreOthers Are Going Through This with You
So far most of what I’ve written to you about has been focused on the emotional and psychological responses that you may encounter as a family care partner. Those visceral, internal struggles to be...
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