Like a caregiver, I keep plugging away. The years pass and I neglect to celebrate milestones. And this one is a BIGGIE. The Caregiver's Voice is 25 years old![...]
CAUTION - How you value products and services will change after you take a back-door peek at your own worth and why negotiations may no longer be necessary.[...]
There are three key sections to consider when drafting your living will or advance healthcare directive. This is one of four estate-planning documents for caregiving families.[...]
The Caregiver’s Voice Without A Voice After presenting two keynote addresses at three conferences and five workshops, I barely had a voice for the presentation below. If you [...]
Word was at Bell Tower Residence [3/3/2023: URL Updated] (BTR) in Merrill, Wisconsin, that the annual caregiver conference keynote speaker would be a resident for several days. Bey[...]
When a caregiver’s LIFE grows too overwhelming and stressful, it’s time to step away. What’s one guilt-free way to take a break from hands-on caregiving? Take a o[...]
What do you mean? Recently, I viewed a video excerpt of a former caregiver claiming that despite being comfortable with both online and offline research, she couldn’t find an[...]
Time for a little FUN! It’s time we caregivers lighten things up a bit and start calling each other names. It’s okay. Really. When the going gets tough, forget calling [...]
Caregivers need to be reminded: Take a respite break. After all, we humans are a bit stubborn. “I can do this.” “If I just get through this, I’ll be able to[...]
Interview with caregiver expert Sometimes, it’s a good idea to step back and reflect. This is one of those times, when I answer six questions regarding caring for aging paren[...]