Category Archives: Reading
The Elderly
The title of the article “Don’t Patronize Older Adults by Calling Them ‘the Elderly’” annoyed me. As a woman of color, I was raised to call my elders “sir” or “ma’am”; and, yes, I have referred to a group of … Continue reading
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Tagged ageism, aging, binaries, book review, conversation, cultural differences, elders, ma’am, patronizing, respect, sir, touchy, vanity
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Gardening for a New Season
“Daddy,” my middle daughter said, “for my birthday I want a pretty garden again.” Two years ago, a tiny lump and “Should I have this looked at?” ended with my wife’s memorial service just after Easter. With the time lost … Continue reading
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Tagged birthday, Childhood memories, flowers, gardening, Grief, healing project, parenting, planting seeds
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Navigating Aging
Instead of arguing with an older adult who says, “I don’t want any assistance,” try to follow up by asking “Tell me more. What are you concerned about?” They may reveal there are circumstances at home — perhaps hoarding, perhaps … Continue reading
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Tagged active listening, care giver, care givers, Circumstances, cognitive status, communication, community, cultural beliefs, elder care, Generation Z, Home Care, Home Health Care, living arrangements, medical providers, Medicare, medications, neglect, physical neglect, seniors, shame
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Real Life of an MSW 