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“When my mother was in the hospice home after her stroke, one of the things that truly brightened…
When there is a cancer diagnosis...
If your parent recently received a diagnosis of cancer, you both may be feeling stunned, anxious,…
Living with uncertainty
If you are supporting a seriously ill family member, your relative's condition and needs could…
Does the advance directive need updating?
Once an advance directive for healthcare is complete, most of us want to set it aside as "DONE."…
Confused and unsettled thinking
The period of mourning is a time when our thinking processes are interrupted. People who are…
Repairing identity theft
It's a fact that scam artists prey on older adults. Scammers steal and use identifying information…
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…
When Mom is really mean
Aging brings with it many losses. Some seniors feel enraged by these changes, and others are…
What to do with their stuff?
If you are helping a relative downsize for a move , it is often helpful to sort belongings into…