Why can’t we just get along? While the focus of many disputes has to do with money ( and likely the majority that proceed to trial) , my interest is with the disputes that occur on the care side. What I have seen in my many years working with caregiving families is miscommunication or lack of communication. The adult children’s hurt feelings of bygone years and perception seems to further….
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Elder Care, Family ConflictSon: Mom, turn a light on, it’s getting dark outside. Mom: It’s ok, I’ll just sit here in the dark. Son: Mom, it’s cold and raining outside. I will call a taxi for you. Mom: It’s senior’s day at Shoppers, I will take the bus. Son: Now that dad has passed away, this big old house must be getting a lot to handle. Do you think we could….
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Caregiving
Thanksgiving is next Monday so I thought I would share a blog that highlight some tips when visiting with family, who you may not have seen for a while. If you live in a different city than your parents, the time spent together during the holiday can allow you to see how well they are managing. Be aware of the small things and things that are different. For example, are….
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Elder Care
As school resumes and as businesses are starting to offer the option of going into an office, I thought I would address another important topic, which is balancing work and caregiving. I always review my previous blogs and my very first blog with allaboutestates was eleven years ago on this very topic. This is my 340th blog and this topic continues to be even more relevant today than it was….
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Elder Care
September is World Alzheimers Awareness Month and the 21st is World Alzheimer’s Awareness Day. Alzheimers is a health crisis, in my view , that impacts everyone and one that is not based on culture, gender, ethnicity, or social economic background. Alzheimers is the most common form of dementia and one that impacts more women than men. The Canadian Alzheimers Society shares that women represent 72% of all Canadians living with….
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Elder CareThere is a lot going on this month, including World Alzheimers Awareness Month. However the election takes priority for me. Next week’s blog will focus on dementia issues but for today, the focus of this blog is on what the federal parties are considering regarding supporting seniors and their caregivers. Canada has both a Dementia Strategy as well as a National Seniors Strategy that both require careful attention. Issues that….
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