If you’re a caregiver and the person you’re caring for gets upset, it can be tricky to know how to handle the situation. Becky Beanblossom, president of Home Instead Senior Care, offers two techniques for calming your loved one. When your loved one is angry or upset... “There is … [Read more...] about Two Techniques For Soothing Your Loved One’s Emotions
We All Need Help
My journey into caregiving started at age 15 when I was diagnosed with third stage rhabdomyosarcoma. During my almost four years of treatment, I battled it out with cancer. My family, and especially my mother who was my primary caregiver, along with my church family, my pastor … [Read more...] about We All Need Help
Find Restoration In Our New Fall Issue
I am trying to revive my beloved green velvet couch. It holds all the good stuff: the great price I paid because of the flaw on the back corner, the pop of color it brings into my room, the naps it has inspired, the conversations it’s propped up, the babies who have touched its … [Read more...] about Find Restoration In Our New Fall Issue
Caregiving: A Spiritual Journey
About 15 years ago, I was semiretired and looking for something to do. My good friend, who had recently been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease, was in need of some part-time assistance, and I offered my services. It was a great match! At first, the caregiving was primarily … [Read more...] about Caregiving: A Spiritual Journey
Veering Away From Full-Time Work: The Great Transition
What if retirement doesn’t feel like freedom? What if it looks more like a great loss of something you love? We started this conversation with Cathy Zion, owner and publisher of this magazine, who just last year sold off a big part of her business. She’s had a lot of feelings, … [Read more...] about Veering Away From Full-Time Work: The Great Transition