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End of Life Planning & Your Personal Data
Post by: Molly Markey | ELDR No matter where you look or what service you’re searching for, the world has gone digital. From online banking
7 Strategies for Keeping the Peace
Tensions are high, and worries remain about the state of our world today. Family gatherings can be times of wonderful reunions – full of laughter,
Are You a Frog in a Pot?
Being a family caregiver can feel kind of like being a frog in a pot. Urban legend suggests that if a frog is suddenly put
Am I Really a Caregiver?
The things you do for others are done out of love… and with love. Most people don’t identify themselves as a caregiver. Rather, they think
The Family You Choose
They filled our homewith the friends who became our“Framily” Both of my parents left their families behind in pursuit of their dreams. They met each
What Did You Say?
I was in my late 40s when I realized that “What?” was becoming an increasingly common word in my vocabulary. My family teased me about
Traveling with a Forgetful Family Member
The hotel staff was grateful she was safely back in her room with her family. My husband, Jon, was late getting home from work at
Keep Your Resolution to Get Organized
You will be amazed by how much time you will save! The start of each New Year brings renewed energy and commitment to personal goals
Rose Colored Glasses
Only positive attitudes welcome here! 2020 has been a year filled with anxiety, worry, division, and sadness for many people. We have endured a heightened
Tips for Long-Distance Caregivers
Take a Deep Breath … You’ve Got This! When education, employment or opportunity led you to your current location far from your childhood home, the
Preparing for the Unexpected
Having the right information, in the right place, and at the right time will save you time, money and frustration. It might even save your
Keeping Memories Alive
One of the greatest gifts my husband has ever given me is to help me keep the memory of my mother alive. My mother was
Legacy of Love
My husband, Jonathan, recently gave our kids a gift they will cherish forever. I invited him to share the experience in this month’s blog post.
Balancing Fear with Kindness
There are many things to fear in our world today, the most recent being the outbreak of the COVID-19 coronavirus around the world. But, recent
Permission, Information & Imagination: 3 Keys to Caregiver Success
Having the permission and information you need will allow you and your family effectively engage in an increasingly digital world. Combine that with the ability
Keep Your Resolution to Get Your Ducks in a Row
Prompted by the spirit of New Year’s Resolutions many people make a commitment to at this time of the year to gather and organize all of their family information.
Overcoming expectation bias
Aging gracefully requires planning for both the expected and the unexpected.
Important additions to your packing list…
Emergencies can happen wherever you are, and travel plans are ruined by illness and injury more often than most people imagine.
7 Things I Wish I Had Know About Medicare
Insurance is insurance… At least, that’s what I thought before my Medicare crash course!
4 Easy Steps to Update Your Caregiving Toolkit
Harness the power of technology to ease your caregiving burden
The Changing Rules of the Caregiving Game
Post by: Darra Wray, Founder – My Care Companions
Older Adults Without Children: A Growing Group
As more baby boomers head into retirement without children, they’re networking and finding a variety of ways to navigate old age just fine, thank you
When Seniors Argue: Finding the Cause
When an older adult becomes argumentative, you may think they’re just getting irritable, but we now know there could be underlying factors that need to
The value of the “pregnant pause” when talking to someone with memory loss
Post by: Darra Wray, Founder – My Care Companions
A lesson about voting from Auntie Irene…
Post by: Darra Wray, Founder – My Care Companions
If you got the emergency phone call, would you have the information you need?
Post by: Darra Wray, Founder – My Care Companions
Medicare Open Enrollment: What you don’t know could hurt you
Post by: Teresa McCully, Medicare Adviser – Silver Key Benefits
Liberate Your Data!
Post by: Darra Wray, Founder – My Care Companions
My Introduction to Family Caregiving
Post by: Darra Wray, Founder – My Care Companions
