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Take Steps to Avoid Falls

October 4, 2018 by Lindley Curtis

Did you know that September 22, 2018 (the first day of fall!) was Fall Prevention Awareness Day? Falls are a real problem for many people, especially older adults. Whether you’re…Read More

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5 Myths and Facts about Advance Care Planning

September 20, 2018 by Lindley Curtis

Advance care planning is the process of making your wishes known if you ever get to a point when you cannot speak for yourself. This process involves forms called “advance…Read More

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Tools for being Direct, Honest, and Respectful: The DESC Communication Model

September 7, 2018 by Lindley Curtis

I think communication is fascinating! I find it so interesting to explore how we communicate with one another, the ways we communicate without using words, the power behind certain tones…Read More

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How to Be Vigilant about Self-Care (and Remember You’re Not Alone)

August 22, 2018 by Lindley Curtis

Have you found yourself in a new caregiving role, wondering where to start and what to do next? Do you ever feel overwhelmed and wishing you had a helpful guide…Read More

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Supporting One Another in the Midst of Illness

April 10, 2018 by Lindley Curtis

I recently listened to a podcast by Kate Bowler, a young mom and professor at Duke Divinity School who was diagnosed with Stage IV cancer at age 35. In the…Read More

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