What do Personal Support Workers do?
What duties will a personal support worker help with during the few hours that they are in the home?
The 5 Stages of Family Caregiving
Caregiving is like being in a dramatic movie where the inevitable end is already known but the story itself is unpredictable and full of twists and turns, highs and lows, peaks of joy and sorrow, high anxiety and quiet satisfaction. Although you already know the ending, looking after a parent is full of surprises that may just cause you to wonder “What comes next?” while you catch your breath!
Caring for Grandma
My husband’s mother is not doing very well these days. She is 88 years old and still lives in her own house. She has not been eating well, and is often found in bed when one of her children comes by to visit. My husband and his siblings do take good care of her, but where are the grandchildren to help? There are 11 of them, and none of them come over to actually do anything for her. They drop by to show off their young children and then leave. Why don’t they help out?
Rachel
Workplace Wellness
Many people are sandwiched between work responsibilities, caring for their family, and caring for an ill or aging family member. Balancing these responsibilities is truly a juggling act. Learn how our Workplace Wellness program can help!
Doctor’s Appointments
It’s hard to get an appointment with the family doctor when my parents need help. He always seems to be booked far in advance. Any tips?
EVELYN’S STORY: A lifetime of love
In 1947, I met my Prince Charming at a Sunday night dance in Toronto. He was a handsome young man of 21 with a nice personality, great smile and green eyes that danced when he talked.
About Wills, Tractors and Caregivers
We all know the importance of having a will to ensure that our loved ones have their final wishes stated in writing to be carried out once they are gone. A will or testament is a legal declaration whereby a person, the testator, provides for the transfer of his or her property at the time…
Can I ask a caregiver to help with my parent’s dog?
Can I ask a caregiver to help with my parent’s dog? He’s a great companion for them, but they can’t take him for walks.
What about the Urn?
My father-in-law died this week and he has just been cremated. What are we suppose to do with him now? My husband would like to bring the urn home and keep it forever. This idea drives me crazy. What should I do?
Pat
Meet Patricia Harman
Patricia is the author of The Blue Cotton Gown: A Midwife’s Memoir and Arms Wide Open: A Midwife’s Journey, as the author interviews herself!