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A Blog Indeed
Let us help guide you through the caregiver's journey with inspirational stories, resources and other helpful information in our blog.
Guest Post: The Actual Feeling of Safety
In May 2020, I earned my Seniors Real Estate Specialist® designation. 5 years later, I can honestly say — I still LOVE helping clients in this season of life.
Carrie
Apr 42 min read
The 8 Areas of Life – Safety is the 3rd Area
calming; security; predictability; inside; outside; internally; externally; respectful. Dementia care must go beyond physical safety to include emotional security, predictability, and proactive support. Common problems: people coming into their suite/room; intimidation by others; dementia and confusion contribute to emotional insecurity; unpredictability; items not secured appropriately.
Robyn Pearson
Mar 316 min read
Guest Post: Mobile Foot Care for Seniors
At Soleful Harmony, I provide professional mobile foot care in the comfort of your loved one’s home across Calgary and surrounding communities.
Jamilla
Mar 51 min read
The 8 Areas of Life – Comfort is the 2nd Area
Over the next while and in many different ways, we will discuss Comfort as being the opposite of when anxiety and upset take hold. We will give you ideas, tips, stories and suggestions to try so you and your aging loved one can experience more Comfort and meet the needs of the 2nd Area of life.
Robyn Pearson
Feb 257 min read
The 8 Areas of Life – Health is the 1st Area
We all want the same things –to love and support our aging loved ones so they feel good, know they are valued and remain safe.
Robyn Pearson
Feb 37 min read
A Friendly Shout-Out To Peak Oxygen
Robert Biddlecombe, RRT Peak Oxygen peakoxygen.ca I’ve been a respiratory therapist for 14 years, and I work in home oxygen every day. If there’s one thing I’ve learned, it’s this: when someone is prescribed oxygen for the first time, it’s rarely just a new piece of equipment. For many families, that first oxygen setup is a turning point. It’s the moment where people start asking bigger questions, sometimes out loud, sometimes quietly in their own heads: “Are we giving Mom en
Alanthea Clarkson
Jan 292 min read
8 Areas of Life When Caregiving for Your Aging Loved One -Taking A Closer Look
There are 8 main areas in life that, when they are working well, everything else seems to be working well too. These areas are Health, Comfort, Safety, Activities, Engagement, Fulfillment, Community and Individuality.
When these 8 areas are working well, it seems as though added grace, patience and even a little higher tolerance are available to everyone involved.
Robyn Pearson
Jan 294 min read
Love Local!
This is more than a catch phrase; this is a big deal! With so much going on out there in the province, the country and in the rest of the world, it all feels big and complicated. Local is small and it’s simple. We can see it and interact with it. It makes up all of us. There is great comfort in that. Shopping local and supporting local businesses helps you, your neighbors, and our whole community. It is good to Love Local! When I stopped into my ATB Financial branch the other
Robyn Pearson
Nov 18, 20252 min read
Do You Have A Plan?
Being a family caregiver to an aging loved one comes with a lot of duties, responsibilities and I’m sure you’d agree –a lot of balls to...
info406082
Sep 22, 20252 min read
Removing Pressure from Your Visits
How would it feel to have someone you don’t know very well come up and ask you questions? Specific questions that require specific...
Robyn Pearson
Feb 11, 20253 min read
Adjusting to a New Life
Joe was a quiet, introverted man who preferred solitude to social gatherings. When he moved into the care facility, the constant noise...
Robyn Pearson
Jan 17, 20251 min read
It’s Not All On You
Disclaimer: All stories are fictional and loosely based on actual events. No client, employee or facility names have been used. If this...
Robyn Pearson
Dec 19, 20242 min read
What Is Your Top Priority As A Family Caregiver?
What is your top priority as a family caregiver when it comes to supporting your aging loved one who is living with dementia? Has anyone...
Robyn Pearson
Nov 13, 20243 min read
Things Not Said On Social Media
There is a social media group called Dementia Daughters Canada. I’ve been a member for quite some time. People post their questions,...
Robyn Pearson
Oct 6, 20242 min read
A Blip In Time
Life is just carrying on as it does when all of a sudden you notice something a bit different with a story from your elderly parent....
Robyn Pearson
May 20, 20242 min read
Caregiving, an Ever-Changing Landscape
Caregiving for an aging loved one is ever-changing and time-consuming. You often feel like you aren't doing enough, but what else is...
Robyn Pearson
Apr 12, 20242 min read
When Your Aging Loved One Calls Out
“I want to go home!” Your heart is torn. Your aging loved one is living in care now. How do you respond to such a question? There isn't...
Robyn Pearson
Mar 8, 20242 min read
Here, Right Now
This moment. It is the only thing we have. This very moment. My hope for you is that you feel well, safe, secure, and even happy ... in...
Robyn Pearson
Jan 7, 20242 min read
Relieving Caregiver Stress: A Shift in Perspective Can Make A Big Difference
Have you noticed that everyone has their own unique perspective on life? This is heavily influenced by their past experiences. From time...
Robyn Pearson
Dec 13, 20231 min read
Clues to What Your Loved Ones Needs -Are Found In Their Nature
If one’s nature and one’s environment are at odds with each other, that person can become emotionally drained, irritable, and just plain...
Robyn Pearson
Oct 15, 20232 min read
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