Tag Archives: friends
Finding Your Elder-Law Attorney
It is of the utmost importance to find a qualified attorney to help you plan for the future, particularly when a debilitating illness such as Alzheimer’s enters the picture. But what do you look for, and how do you go … Continue reading
With a Little Help from My Friends
Betty was filling the watercolor paper with multi-colored dots. Dots of blue and green and yellow and pink were raining down everywhere on the paper. Suddenly, Betty stopped and looked questioningly at the aide sitting next to her. “Is this … Continue reading
Under Stress
As I sit here on this sunny day, With my hospital appointment only hours away, I start to think of what I’ve done, During my life, how far I have come, The clock is ticking in so many ways, What’s to happen … Continue reading
Advance Directives: Ensure your Wishes are Honored
By Bernard A. Krooks, Esq., Certified Elder Law Attorney What kind of medical care would you want if you were too ill or hurt to express your wishes? Advance directives are legal documents that allow you to convey your decisions … Continue reading
Talking to Children about Alzheimer’s
By Mary Adam Thomas “The worst thing is the kids. I don’t know how long it’s going to take before I won’t know them.” Betsy Meyer of West Seattle, Wash., identified this wrenching reality soon after she was diagnosed with … Continue reading
Aftereffects of Caregiving
Unfortunately, the chronic stress of caregiving isn’t over when it’s over. After caring for someone you love for many years, you lose parts of your life that can take years to recover, if ever. Certain side-effects tend to linger on. … Continue reading
How to Assemble a Caregiving Team
By Winnie Yu Whether it’s driving mom to the doctor, doing dad’s laundry, or providing 24/7 care to an aging relative, many Americans these days are familiar with the rigors of caring for a loved one. According to the Family … Continue reading
A Loved One Has Been Diagnosed with Alzheimer’s Disease: Now What?
By: www.ALZinfo.org When your loved one is diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease, many questions come to mind. First is the question “Is there a cure?” Unfortunately, there is no cure for Alzheimer’s disease. However, there are drugs that may improve or … Continue reading
2011 The year of Hope
Hello to all my dear friends, I just thought I would take this opportunity to say thank you so much for all your support and friendship over the last year, your support has been un-measurable and just spurs me on … Continue reading
A Christmas Wish
Well, it’s that time of year again and I have just been looking back on my computer and in my documents to see what I have been up to!! PHEW!! It’s been quite a year by all accounts!! Something`s I … Continue reading
