When cancer comes up in conversation, do you change the topic or move away? Or do you ask the questions that may possibly save your life or the life of someone you love?
 
No doubt about it: Cancer is a […]

During one of my caregiving seminars, an attendee asked: “Why don’t they teach caregiving in school?” That was a great question. A course on caregiving would definitely prepare you for what has—for many of […]

While some people have the luxury of progressing slowly into the role of a caregiver, all too often the circumstances are a quick shove into a new reality with very little preparation. We face challenges head-on, […]

A Friend In Need is a Friend Indeed:
What It Means to Be a Friend to a Caregiver
Usually I speak to the caregiver, but this article is about how to be a loving and caring friend to a caregiver in need—during the […]

Let’s face it—Christmas is for children. When you’re caring for a child with a chronic illness, holidays are a time when the ability to be flexible, readjust, and have realistic expectations is important. Some […]

Caregivers and patients always have to be vigilant about germ exposure. With holiday visitors and crowded stores, the risk grows exponentially to the danger zone. There are some things, however, that you can do to […]