“Dementia is Wrecking My Family – I Don’t Know How Much More I Can Take”

When Molly reached out to my CarePatrol office, her voice was familiar. Several years ago I helped her and her sister find a memory care community that could manage her…

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And One Day They Were Gone: Celebrating the Holidays with Families Touched by Loss

This holiday season holds a unique resonance for me as I reflect on the families I’ve had the privilege of working with throughout the year. As they navigate the festivities…

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Spousal Commitment in the Face of Dementia – Love Conquers All

Love is described as a force that conquers all obstacles, transcending time and challenges. Nowhere is this truer than in the commitment of spouses who become caregivers for their loved…

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Don’t Let Your Mom’s Dementia Make You Lose Your Mind

When Emma called my CarePatrol office, it had been a year since her mom, Margaret, was diagnosed with dementia. The once vibrant woman had become a shadow of herself, and…

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Families Are in Crisis and Need to Talk About It

When Lauren first called my CarePatrol office, her dad had recently been diagnosed with dementia. Throughout the years we have been navigating the dementia journey together. I connected the family…

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I’m Not Giving Up On Him – Living Life With No Regrets

When Lois called my CarePatrol office for help with her husband Rich, the couple was several years into their dementia journey. They had been married for 68 years, and she…

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“I’m Sorry for Being an Ass to My Mom”

Families that are on a dementia journey experience an emotional road trip as they deal with the unforgiving grip of dementia.  The lessons learned are often a combination of bitterness…

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“My Dad’s Got Dementia and I Don’t Know What to Do”

Memorial Day weekend I received a call from Liz.  Her dad fell at a family BBQ and ended up in the ER. “My dad’s got dementia and I don’t know…

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Will the Alzheimer’s Tsunami Affect You?

Have you noticed that everybody seems to know somebody with dementia? As the population ages, dementias such as Alzheimer’s are having a far reaching impact and affecting millions of families…

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Young Onset Dementia. What You Need to Know.

When Beth called my CarePatrol office for help, the first thing she wanted me to know was that she was 40 years old, a working mom of 3 young kids,…

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The Snooze Button May Damage Your Heart

Caring for a relative with Parkinson’s or dementia can be a challenging and emotionally draining experience.  I find myself repeatedly telling families that they do not have to shoulder this…

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Weekend Wisdom from One Of My Seniors

Aging and finding appropriate care in today’s environment can be complicated. When I spend time with seniors, helping them navigate the senior living process, they often benefit from my valuable…

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