Category Archives: Caregiving

Crash Course on Elder Care by NY Times’ Jane Gross – March 30 to April 13

Most of us begin caring for our elderly parents when an emergency event occurs. Mom is rushed to the hospital with a fractured hip and after the initial emergency is handled, we are left to figure out how to handle … Continue reading

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Beware Grapefruit and Estrogen in Environment

Once upon a time, a picture of a grapefruit would conjure up images of a whitish citrus fruit that was so mouth puckering that it had to be served with lots of sugar on top. I have old cookbooks that … Continue reading

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Count Your Blessings

I  finally walked into the front door of my home after 6 p.m. yesterday. It had been a marathon gift and food shopping excursion. 12 bags of groceries, 6 bottles of water, 1 last Christmas gift… A woman in a … Continue reading

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Limit Family Anger With Tips For 4 Energy Types

The holidays can be a very stressful time for many families. Working adults are not the only ones to feel it. Changes in routine, extra guests in the house, unresolved family conflicts can easily stress out aging parents and even … Continue reading

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