By Jennifer V. Miller Just a few blocks from where I live sits Aurora Pond, an independent retirement community that is nestled in a lovely, wooded section of land. When riding my bike, I’ve seen the residents milling...
Guest post by Jeff Mulder “Jump off the boat” is a phrase my wife and I use. It comes from the movie, Forrest Gump. There is a scene where Forrest is all alone and is driving his shrimp boat down the river. He sees...
As the coronavirus pandemic entered its fourth week, I was feeling signs of “cabin fever” and perhaps engaging in a little pity party for myself. Then I received a letter from a friend named Randy who is currently...
There I was—standing beside the hospital bed where my dear mother laid unresponsive for the past 24 hours. My sister and I tried everything to wake her: We sang to her (that should have jolted her awake!); we read...
Easter will be different this year. Because of the COVID-19 pandemic, Larry and I must stay home. My kids and grandkids have to stay inside their homes too. Bummer. I like my Easter traditions, and I can’t imagine not...
Guest post by Ted Baxter If your loved one has aphasia, your means of communication with them has been drastically altered. It can be very frustrating (indeed, heartbreaking in some cases) to watch as a family member...
Guest Post by Ted Baxter In 2005, I was at the top of my game-a successful business man in peak physical condition. I spent my workdays traveling the globe as a financial services executive. Then, at age 41, with no...
Did you know that November is Family Caregivers Month? It's also the month we celebrate World Kindness Day, and honor our country's veterans on November 11th. And then there is Thanksgiving Day, America's tribute to...
