How to Have Caregiving Conversations Early
The sandwich generation is defined as adults who are not only raising and supporting their own kids, but they’re also caring for an aging or sick parent. It’s a huge load to bear without support and proper resources. One third of Canadians are caring for an aging loved one. How can we know when the […]
How to Approach the Subject of Downsizing & Moving with Your Aging Loved Ones
You may have started noticing that your loved ones are having challenges when it comes to the maintenance of their home or other daily living activities. They may be struggling with lawn and yard maintenance, or going up and down stairs. Perhaps they are struggling with cooking and cleaning. If you are noticing signs that […]
Help Your Aging Loved Ones Live Safely at Home
Where do you even start? When your aging parents are not ready to move but you are noticing some challenges, here are a few things you can do to help them continue to live safely in their home. Do a walkthrough with the lights off or in very low light. What are they not seeing? […]
I Don’t Know Where to Start
It can be so overwhelming looking at all the clutter and “stuff” you’ve accumulated over the years. You know it’s time to clear out the space and let go but you don’t know where to start. You may be saying to yourself: “I’m overwhelmed and I do not know how or where to start.” “I’m […]
Celebrate Family & Your Memories By Honouring Them Regularly
Thanksgiving weekend is upon us and it’s tradition to spend time with family while enjoying a delicious turkey dinner and all the fixings. As you prepare for the celebration ahead, think of ways to honour your family traditions not only this weekend but regularly. What can you do weekly or monthly that will bring the […]
When Your Children Say You Should Move
As she sat on the edge of her bed, in her 20×20 suite, I could tell that she really was anxious and wanted to leave. “I’m not happy here”, she said desperately as she looked into my eyes. “I want to go back home!” Mrs. Jones called me on a Wednesday morning. She stated that […]
Letting Go Of What Means So Much
Mr. Smith came to us following the death of his wife a few years ago. He had met another woman and he was now ready to move forward into a new home to begin the next chapter of his life. As I watched him sitting in his favourite chair staring at the hundreds of books […]
The Weight of Loss – A Case Study
A young widow was looking for assistance to help sort through his deceased wife’s and daughter’s belongings. He wasn’t planning to move for another year, but the thought of going through their things was too much for him to bear. For the sake anonymity, we will call this client Jack. Jack was a professional man […]