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Accepting Help Doesn’t Mean Giving Up

In Isaac Asimov’s opinion, “The easiest way to solve a problem is to deny it exists.” It’s a standard belief for many family caregivers when their loved one is diagnosed with a chronic condition, such ...Continue Reading

Oct 8, 2019

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The Best Technology for Aging in Place

Whether you’re attempting to tune a guitar, learn a brand new language, or just add cats’ ears to a selfie, there is an app for that! And for older adults who are aging in place, technology may be a k ...Continue Reading

Sep 12, 2019

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Replacing Caregiver Stress with Joy Through Intentional Gratitude

Our facial expressions expose so much to individuals around us, and if you’re encountering an abnormal degree of stress, well-meaning family members and friends will surely pick up on it, perhaps enco ...Continue Reading

Jun 26, 2019

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How to Make the Most Out of Doctor Visits

On any given day, a physician likely has about 20 patients to see – in addition to calls, paperwork and other administrative duties. It leaves very little time spent with each patient, which explains ...Continue Reading

Jun 21, 2019

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What if I Make a Mistake? The Top Family Caregiver Fear

More family caregivers in St. Joseph, MI and the surrounding communities are making this commendable choice each and every day, signifying the beginning of changes in lifestyle they can only truly com ...Continue Reading

Jun 12, 2019

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Is Happiness Still Possible with Pain or Chronic Illness?

Have you ever gotten out of bed and figured, “It’s likely to be one of those days!” Maybe your alarm didn’t go off, the hot water heater chose to quit working, and the dog chewed up one of your favori ...Continue Reading

Apr 10, 2019

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“I Do Not Need a Doctor!” Understanding Medical Reluctance in Your Aging Parent.

Let’s face it: lots of us put off visiting the doctor’s office. It might be awkward and downright frightening when something is wrong and we’re confronted with the prospect of an unw ...Continue Reading

Mar 26, 2019

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Top Tips to Keep Your Marriage Strong When Also Caring for Elderly Parents

In marriage we consent to stick with each other for better, for worse, for richer, for poorer, in sickness and in health – but what doesn’t come up during our vows to each other is the way to handle t ...Continue Reading

Feb 12, 2019

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The Benefits of Aging: Why Getting Older Is Wonderful!

A swift search on Google for the term “aging” brings up topics such as “coping with aging,” “what you can do about aging,” as well as “the cure to aging.” The pessimistic connotations to aging and sen ...Continue Reading

Jan 7, 2019

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Family Caregiving Issues: Are You a Helicopter Caregiver?

We’ve all heard of helicopter parents, especially when a child goes off to college. In fact, we may be guilty of hovering a touch too closely ourselves. Finding that appropriate harmony between caring ...Continue Reading

Dec 26, 2018

Eric Pumfery

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Accepting Help Doesn’t Mean Giving Up

The Best Technology for Aging in Place

Replacing Caregiver Stress with Joy Through Intentional Gratitude

How to Make the Most Out of Doctor Visits

What if I Make a Mistake? The Top Family Caregiver Fear

Is Happiness Still Possible with Pain or Chronic Illness?

“I Do Not Need a Doctor!” Understanding Medical Reluctance in Your Aging Parent.

Top Tips to Keep Your Marriage Strong When Also Caring for Elderly Parents

The Benefits of Aging: Why Getting Older Is Wonderful!

Family Caregiving Issues: Are You a Helicopter Caregiver?

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