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What to Do When There's Nothing You Can Do
My mom was hospitalized twice this weekend, once after a fall and then again with pneumonia. She was largely unresponsive for about 24 hours. I wanted to do something, help in some way, fix the situation... That’s what an expert would know how to do, right?
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What to Do When There's Nothing You Can Do
My mom was hospitalized twice this weekend, once after a fall and then again with pneumonia. She was largely unresponsive for about 24 hours. I wanted to do something, help in some way, fix the situation... That’s what an expert would know how to do, right?
A Newsletter Classic! Perseverance ≠ Passive: How to stick to Caregiving without getting stuck!
I'm taking a VERY rare vacation this week, so I picked one of your favorite editions to spice up for your caregiving inspiration while I'm trying to catch up on a little R&R. Take good care of yourself and your loved ones this week!
Biped Problems: Fixing the Transfer Weak Spot Even Most Pros Don't Know About
In this ultra-pragmatic edition of the newsletter, we'll be talking about transfers and I'll show you how to fix a balance mistake that I see all the time, even from pros who should know better. Today, we learn to harness the power of the triangle!
Why Independence Day Hit Different This Year
As fireworks lit up the sky last night, I found myself thinking about freedom in new ways, ways I didn’t understand before becoming a caregiver. Celebrations of liberty feel different when you're helping someone button their shirt or choose what to have for breakfast.