Liar, Liar, Pants on Fire
Do you remember this expression from when we were kids? Well, my brother is the liar.
Managing Dad’s Finances
My question is about money. I know I spend some of my own money on things for him and forget to ask him for the money.
My Mother-in-Law is Dying
Is that how people will remember you, on your death bed?
I feel so alone.
I try and take care of my parents and there are many times when I wish I could share what is happening to them and me with my husband. He does not want to hear anything about what is going on.
Long Distance Guilt
My brother lives close to our parents and does most of the things to help them and take care of them. I live 2 thousand miles away. I am always feeling guilty for not being there and helping out. Do you have any suggestions for me?
Simplifying Decision Making
My Dad is having trouble making decisions, even simple ones. How can I help him?
Caregiver Heroes
We believe that family caregivers are very important and deserve greater recognition and appreciation by our society. The Caregiver Heroes Program is dedicated to appreciating, acknowledging and simply “thanking” them for all they do.
My Sister – The Thief
We just had our mother’s funeral last week and my sister has started to go into our mother’s house and is taking things out.
Caregivers in the workplace.
Getting ready for two workshops at a law firm at First Canadian Place in Toronto on Thursday. They have asked me to speak to their lawyers and staff about employees and caregiver burnout. One session starts at one, the other at seven at night. Shall be fun and interesting for all.
My thick headed brother.
My brother thinks that I am overreacting to my Dad’s situation. How can I get it through my brother’s thick head that Dad needs more care?