Tag Archives: caregiver
Faithful Husband
I often read your column aloud to my disabled wife, who is terminally ill with a relatively rare frontotemporal dementia. She is nearing the final stage of the disease. We are fortunate to have a great many friends and family … Continue reading
Posted in Reading
Tagged Alzheimers, boundaries, caregiver, dementia, disrespect, emotions, faith, generosity, God, kindness, love, marriage, prayer, religion, support system
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Not Expendable
“It only kills old people anyway,” the young doctor said to my 72-year-old grandmother. Miffed, she recounted this interaction to me over the phone. “I could have a good 20 years left!” My grandmother mails me homemade quilts. She cares … Continue reading
Posted in Reflections
Tagged aging, aging parents, antiques, caregiver, Childhood memories, elderly, expendable, family, Family Heirlooms, Future, grandchildren, grandparents, health, love, memories, Reflections, Shayna Fleming, treasures
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Real Life of an MSW 