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Caregiver: Buy a Fat Sectioned Notebook
There is so much to keep track of, and our system is so siloed that you will do better if you keep things organized and can refer back to what someone told you. Keep a big notebook with various categories … Continue reading
The Luxury of Being a White Mother
I love the Op-ed section of the paper. I believe we all need to write at least one letter on something we’re passionate about in our lifetime. In saying that, I applaud this reader Re: “Who will be next after … Continue reading
Ambition
My mother used to say “ambition with contentment ” I am not someone who’s ambitious [for the sake of] ambition. My ambition is grounded I positively impacting others. I seek impact, not glory! – Dara Tresder Positively Purging-I welcome your … Continue reading
Tasteful Memories
“The family loves my chicken and dumplings,” she says. “Everyone always wants my recipe. But I’m not even gonna leave it behind when I’m gone. I want them to always say, ‘This doesn’t taste the same. I miss Dolly’s.’ ” – … Continue reading
Tough Questions From Seniors With Alzheimer’s
How do I tell my mother who has dementia that a relative is dying or has passed away? You should first consider if knowing that will actually benefit your mom. What would she do with that information? Would she remember … Continue reading
Real Life of an MSW 