Delia’s Story: My Glamorous Grandma
My Grandma Delia always seemed so fascinating to me. She had sparkling brown eyes and a charming laugh. She lived in a huge old house in Chatham, Ontario, and always dressed in pretty skirts and wore jewellery, no matter the occasion.
Exercise and osteoporosis
My mom was recently diagnosed with osteoporosis. Is it safe for her to exercise?
Caregiver Fights
Dear Mary
My mother-in-law is 88 and has recently had cataract surgery. She requires someone to help put the drops in her eyes and to help her around her home – virtually 247 for the next month or so. My husband and his 5 siblings (and their spouses) are all constantly fighting about who is doing what, who does not help enough, etc. The fighting over the phones and in person is getting worse every day. Everyone is already tired of this post-surgery help and is not doing a good job of anything at this point. It is tearing the family apart. What should I do?
Cath
Grandpa’s Story: Dancing king
I’ve taken ballet since I was a little kid and nobody was a bigger supporter than my grandpa. He used to take me to my lessons and he was always front and centre at my rehearsals, cheering me on.
How do I deal with incontinence?
My father has recently been soiling himself in his bed. How can I get the smell out and prevent future accidents?
I’m Still Here
Hello, I’m still here! But this time here means I am home! And I will be here for almost three months!
“The Holidays”
It’s not even December, and I am already stressed out about the Holidays. As a caregiver, I already have so much on my plate. Any ideas to help reduce my stress will be greatly appreciated.
Ruth
George’s Story: A box of memories
My husband was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease a few years ago.
No smoking, please
Can I ask for a homecare professional who is a non-smoker?
Paying my sister?
My sister takes care of our parents 5 days a week. She is there about 6-8 hours per day. She thinks that “somebody” should be paying her. I think that she should do it for free – after all it is our parents that she is caring for. What do you think?
Jack