Young Lady or Wise Elder?
It seems like only yesterday that I had my first real job working with Elders and their families, and started learning the lessons that would lead me into a career that has become my passion. It’s hard...
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Mandalas for Elder Caregiver Stress?
by Felipe Venâncio via Flickr A few years ago I was preparing for surgery, and a therapist colleague suggested I get some Mandala coloring books to color during my recovery. Mandalas are circular...
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"It's Just Stress"
Photography by W.J. Rusen, used with Permission Jul 25th, 2010 by Lisa Kendall Maybe you ache all over. You don’t sleep well. Your head hurts and you just don’t feel like yourself any more. When the...
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When is a Crutch not a Crutch?
In our culture, we shrink from signs of weakness or disability, preferring to see ourselves and each other as strong and capable. Often, the very tools that might keep us independent, such as a cane or...
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A Radical Alternative to New Year’s Resolutions: for Caregivers & the Rest of...
You’ve seen the lists. by Carissa GoodNCrazy via Flickr Maybe you’ve made one yourself, or are thinking about it. Eat better… Exercise more… Organize the house… If you’re anything like me, there is...
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The Universe is Knocking…
Has a little voice been whispering to you about something? Photo by Xanatia via Flickr Maybe your cough hasn’t gone away, and you haven’t called your physician yet. Or what about that loose railing on...
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“Share Your Wishes” for Advance Health Care in the New Year
This is one New Year’s resolution you must make and keep, without delay! Everyone over the age of 18 should plan ahead for their medical care, and consider who will speak for them if they can not...
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A Celtic Formula for Healing
I remember reading once that the Ancient Celtic prescription for physical and emotional healing was “laughter, sorrow, and rest.” (If you know where I heard this, please let me know and I’ll give...
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Don’t wait! You can have a refreshing ‘Retreat’ today!
Mrs. Jenson is a full-time care partner for her husband, who has had a severe stroke. It’s very hard work, but she has some help in the home, as well as wonderfully supportive family, and she is able...
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New Year’s Resolutions: Move from a “to DO” list to a “to BE” list.
Like many people at year’s end, I am both looking backward to reflect on all that has happened, and forward to the opportunities and blessings of a new year. We often generate a list of resolutions for...
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When is a Crutch not a Crutch?
In our culture, we shrink from signs of weakness or disability, preferring to see ourselves and each other as strong and capable. Often, the very tools that might keep us independent, such as a cane or...
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A Radical Alternative to New Year’s Resolutions: for Caregivers & the Rest of...
You’ve seen the lists. by Carissa GoodNCrazy via Flickr Maybe you’ve made one yourself, or are thinking about it. Eat better… Exercise more… Organize the house… If you’re anything like me, there is...
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The Universe is Knocking…
Has a little voice been whispering to you about something? Photo by Xanatia via Flickr Maybe your cough hasn’t gone away, and you haven’t called your physician yet. Or what about that loose railing on...
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“Share Your Wishes” for Advance Health Care in the New Year
This is one New Year’s resolution you must make and keep, without delay! Everyone over the age of 18 should plan ahead for their medical care, and consider who will speak for them if they can not...
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A Celtic Formula for Healing
I remember reading once that the Ancient Celtic prescription for physical and emotional healing was “laughter, sorrow, and rest.” (If you know where I heard this, please let me know and I’ll give...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Don’t wait! You can have a refreshing ‘Retreat’ today!
Mrs. Jenson is a full-time care partner for her husband, who has had a severe stroke. It’s very hard work, but she has some help in the home, as well as wonderfully supportive family, and she is able...
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New Year’s Resolutions: Move from a “to DO” list to a “to BE” list.
Like many people at year’s end, I am both looking backward to reflect on all that has happened, and forward to the opportunities and blessings of a new year. We often generate a list of resolutions for...
View ArticleHow to Listen when Depression Symptoms are Speaking
Depression in Elders may mimic dementia, or signal the beginning of another illness. It can shine light on the need to heal old wounds in the final stage of life. Family members who provide care for...
View ArticleWinter Seminar: Nurturing Peace & Meaning During the Holiday Season
When we care for others, whether professionally or as family, we may feel time passes very quickly just as we have a longing to slow down and savor it. As Nature slows for the Winter Season, and many...
View ArticleMy Next Chapter
It is with a sense of wonder, curiosity, sadness, and gratitude that I am announcing the closing of my Ithaca-based psychotherapy practice. I have worked for over 40 years in human services in Central...
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