Cultivating gratitude when the going gets tough
Thanksgiving is our annual celebration of gratitude. But if someone dear to you is seriously ill…
When family members disagree
The person who is ill may have very clear thoughts about what he or she wants in terms of care at…
Important Decisions: Financial and Health Care Planning
Death and dying are not topics we talk about easily in our culture. As a general rule, in fact, we…
What are Advanced Directives?
For help with this important conversation, the Living Will and Health Care Power of Attorney,…
Look ahead when downsizing
It's a big decision to have Mom or Dad move into a smaller living situation. Often more emotionally…
When the worrying won't stop
Worry is useful when it calls us to action. But it's a problem when it becomes an ongoing state of…
Is your relative at risk for a hip fracture?
Bone fractures are more common than you might think. According to the National Osteoporosis…
Do you know their wishes?
Suppose your loved one was in a coma or unable to speak. If you had to make healthcare decisions…
When several relatives cover expenses
Are you helping support a loved one? Perhaps you and several family members are each giving a…