Sometimes Denial Is a Useful Tool - Devastating news can be a catalyst for learning and growth -- or not
Denial helps us to pace our feelings of grief. There is a grace in denial. It is nature’s way of letting in only as much as we can handle ~ Elisabeth Kubler-Ross Learning that you have a serious and possibly … Continue reading
“The fear of death is why we build cathedrals, have children, declare war and watch cat videos online at 3 a.m.”What Is The Role of A Patient Advocate? - An interview with patient advocate Linda Garvin, Part One
Today SevenPonds speaks with Linda Garvin, R.N., M.S.N., a patient advocate with 35 years experience working in healthcare. Linda is the principal of Patient Advocate Bay Area, Inc, located in the San Francisco Bay Area. Through her private health advocacy … Continue reading
Coping with Pet Loss, March 18 - March 24, 2018
Please dont carry guilt while I'm in Heaven
Hey there, it’s me, here up in Heaven. I’ve seen that you are really struggling since the moment that I graduated to Heaven and I wanted to send you a quick note to ease your pain. I know that you are carrying guilt with my passing and I really wanted to talk to you about that today. Through my life that I shared with you, there are many memories that we made, some good
Book Review: “The Wolf at the Door: Undue Influence and Elder Financial Abuse” by Michael Hackard - Michael Hackard's book offers a comprehensive look at the dangers of elder financial abuse and the legal steps needed for protection
“The Wolf at the Door: Undue Influence and Elder Financial Abuse,” written by California attorney Michael Hackard, tackles a painful and dark aspect of aging — elder financial abuse.
Are You a Family Caregiver? Some States Will Pay You for Your Time - If you give up working outside of the home to care for a relative, you may qualify for a program that will pay you
According to Caring.com more than 70 million people provide unpaid care for a family member in their home or the patient’s home. This commitment takes enormous time and energy and often adds a financial burden when the family caregiver has cut back on or give up a paying job.
