It would be impossible to survive this journey without love, or kindness, or compassion. I have held firm in this belief from the beginning. I now know how much love, kindness and compassion can buoy me in grief as well. The fourth pillar of caregiving is respite. Proper time for the carer to fuel andContinue reading “Back to basics”
Tag Archives: Respite
A day off
Burt was asleep all morning and now all day. His aide and I shared the space, texting and reading on our phones. After an hour and ½ trying to stir him, I decided to make Sunday a respite afternoon. I went to cast my ballot. Called some of my peeps, enjoyed the crispness of theContinue reading “A day off”
Like a peach
Ok. We’ve entered the clingy era. We’ve been there before but not quite like this. “I want you.” “Stay with me.” No. It is not gratifying. I would welcome his independence. I most certainly crave mine. I may have mentioned that I can no longer “reason” that I need my time to stay well forContinue reading “Like a peach”
Weighing the options
Let’s get practical about what is involved in care for your p.w.d. I advocate getting an aide early on when perhaps all your dearest needs is companion care. This is for you, the spouse or family caregiver. You definitely need the time while s/he is with someone. The expenses are astronomical. I know not everyoneContinue reading “Weighing the options”
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