Having ‘The Talk’: How to Discuss End-of-Life Issues with Parents
Sex and death: It’s odd that these two topics of conversation should bring so much anxiety to parents and children. One addresses...
Dignity
Potential Caregiver for Aging Parents Asks How to Plan
Dear Carol: My 83-year-old parents are still doing well for their age but declining as would be expected. Since I live nearby,...
Minimizing Grief for a Surviving Spouse with Dementia
Deciding whether to tell someone who is cognitively impaired that their spouse has died is a serious and often recurring struggle. Dementia...
Concerned Caregiver Worried about Mom’s Repeated Falls
Dear Carol: My 82-year-old mother has been in relatively good health but lately she’s experienced several falls. I only know this because...
Should You Join Someone With Dementia in Their Reality?
It was not unlike any other day, but on this particular afternoon Dad was adamant. He was waiting for his medical degree...
Respecting the Right to Age With Dignity
The impact of aging frequently makes the news. Sadly, the coverage is consistently negative, and all facets of this topic are portrayed...
Caregiver Questions Reason for Lab Work When Mother Doesn’t Want Treatment
Dear Carol: I’ve been helping my 84-year-old mom with her medications and doctor appointments. She’s made it plain that she doesn’t want...
Honor Your Older Adult’s Need for Independence
Although we may not think about it in these terms very often, a person’s dignity and identity are often tied to their...
The Persistent Stigma Attached to Dementia Encourages Denial
Dear Carol: People write to you to complain about someone who, despite evidence, denies that they have dementia. I think I know...
Egosan Incontinence Sale: Fifty Percent Off Through September!
My wonderful partner EGOSAN Incontinence often has good sales, but this one is a whopper! Fifty percent off of incontinence products now...
