Words that begin with “W”
Wherever you are, wherever you go, whatever the situation; often the best word to employ will start with “W”.
Don’t Get Caught Naked – Tips for the adult family home caregiver
Oh,oh….have you ever felt totally surprised…unprepared…maybe even…n a k e d?
Caregiving is full of the unexpected! I’d like to help you be better prepared for your cargiving experience by sharing the stories from my caregiver journey. Included are tips that will streamline your day.
I’ll share these stories and tips with you in my upcoming book:
Don’t […]
Aging Resources and General Information
General Resource Information Links for Families and Caregivers:
Wisconsin
Alzheimer’s & Dementia Alliance of Wisconsin Information and resources for Alzheimer’s patients and their families. Keeping focus and donations in Wisconsin.
Family Caregiver Support Network The Family Caregiver Support Network (FCSN), a program in the metropolitan-Milwaukee, Wisconsin, offers […]
Hey Twinkle Toes…tame those barking dogs!
By Holly Pitas
“My dogs are barking!” I had no idea what she was talking about. Bertie explained to me her expression for saying her feet hurt.
Even following her Doctor recommendations and prescribed medications, most everything on her body ached at some point each day. It was the painful feet that she considered most intolerable. She […]
What’s in Grandmas mailbox?
By Holly Pitas
The old fashioned postal service is a reliable tenet of daily life. Delivered at pretty much the same time each day, mail has worked its way into our biorhythms. Checking the mail is a regular activity. What fun to find a
personal note from a loved one. Written just […]
Let’s take a ride…
By Holly Pitas
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Here come the seagulls…
By Cori Marsh.
If you are a family caregiver and have out of town relatives come in for a short visit, have you noticed how much better your loved one seems to be while they are here?
Have you been in a position to ask them for help, or tried to talk to them about […]
Would it be a good idea for mom to move in with me?
By Holly Pitas
Living with an elderly parent can work wonders in certain families. Multigenerational households were common before the 1960’s and are still the norm in most of the world.
The invitation to move into the household is often sparked by the child’s love and sense of duty. For some families this is precious […]
Want to Get More Done, Faster?
By Holly Pitas
As an Assisted Living Professional you have a lot to do, and little time to do it all. Looking for a great way to work together better with Discharge Planners?
In one place, bring together the people and tools you need to fill your empty beds.
5 cool things about online marketing that can make your day!
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Do you dare to wear purple?
By Holly Pitas
“Warning …I shall sit on the pavement when I am tired….and learn to spit…”
I laughed out loud! Who knew an old woman would ever think such a thing.
Circa 1989, browsing greeting cards in a gift shop in Woodstock NY, I discovered this charming poem by Jenny Joseph. Although only in […]