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.

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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…

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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.

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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

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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!

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For the love of pets

The connection between people and their pets is as old as time, and new benefits are reported every day, especially for seniors.

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Is it the lighting?

Mom tripped on a rug the other day at three in the morning. Should I install night lights in my parents’ home to help prevent falls when they get up to go to the bathroom?

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JOHN’S STORY: The surprise visit

After my dad moved from his home in the country into a long-term-care home in the city last year, our family wasn’t able to visit him as often. One day, I decided to take my daughters to see him and surprise him with his favourite desert, blueberry pie, that my mother had taught me how to make long ago.

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What do I do about Mom staying in bed all day?

Staying in bed all day has become the norm for my mom since she came home from the hospital two months ago. She seems to be physically recovered, but not motivated to do much. What should I do?

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No longer Welcomed!

My Mom just left last night. She was with us for 10 days for a visit. We live about 2,800 miles apart, so it was great to have her here. My wife told me this morning that my Mom is no longer welcomed here. I had no idea that there was a problem that would cause my wife to make that statement. Should I persuade my wife to let my Mom continue to visit us?

Alex M.

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