My dad requires a lot of assistance and Dementia Specialist Program my mom can’t help me, because in reality she was days from collapsing from caregiving. Yet it is the reality and in some cases relationships never return to normal after a caregiving crisis. Caregiving is one of the most stressful jobs a person can have — both physically and emotionally. From that piece of information she told me how she cared for her mom and husband, both of whom have died. I told her about my trip to Los Angeles. One thing that is consistent about Los Angeles, is the weather. Tonight’s picture was taken in February of 2009. Pictured with me and Mattie was Jenny, one of Mattie’s art therapists. Tonight’s picture was taken in January of 2009. That day Mattie had a visit from his «girlfriend,» Charlotte and from our friend’s daughters, Louise and Meredith (who were in high school, and befriended Mattie).
Tonight’s picture was taken on December 10, 2008. As you can see Mattie could hardly keep his head up, but really tried as Santa and Mrs. Claus were in the room delivering presents. Which I did. However, this brings me to tonight’s quote. However, my dad is cognizant enough to know that my mom has to remain safe and healthy, in order for him to remain living at home. It is an interesting dynamic, but I trying to get him to see that my mom needs this freedom in order to be able to continue caregiving. You will get these hygienic Air Masks in adjustable earloops. We lucked out that day, because there were NO lines to get into the elevators, and we were able to take our time and explore all the floors. In any case, there is a check out person at The Giant named Maria. I have gotten used to The Giant and what I particularly love about this store are the people who work within it. Since I have moved to Virginia, I find the closest store to me is The Giant. Ever since I moved to the National Capital region in 1994, I have shopped at Safeway.
If I had my choice, I would still be a Safeway shopper. Have warm temperatures in late November. So now I have to wonder if my dad sent me this quote because it in essence he saw that it captures a part of my style. Who does this now a days? Like Maria, I too learned when Mattie was sick who I could rely on and who really could rise to the occasion to be supportive. Mattie literally wanted us to push him down the ramp and let go. To make him happy we ran down the ramp holding the wheelchair! Healthcare companies can now cut down costs, while improving quality. Following a passion, taking a class, spending more time with the kids can be some of the several reasons that support the idea of flexibility for men. I have no idea if California residents realize how lucky they are, but the weather doesn’t go unnoticed by me. However, of course this isn’t the case, I would give up every ounce of freedom to have Mattie back. In many ways talking with Christine today about Mattie helped me see that I am not alone.
In the background you can see a healthcare professional watching the fun! It is remarkable to see the sun out. TO ALL THE CAREGIVERS OUT THERE, OUR SOCIETY THANKS YOU! At some point Peter and I stopped working and we went out for a diversion. He said that he wasn’t, at which point I told him I was surprised by this since he was up most of the night. Caregiving applies and impacts all of us at some point in our lives! Some people fear hiring a caregiver because they think that this person might replace them in their parents’ lives. Mentioned that I moved my parents in with me. Maria mentioned that when she was caregiving her siblings did not help at all and she felt alone and isolated. Maria immediately felt she related to me and I would have to say that this once again reminded me that caregiving and grief and loss do bond people together. But now I have to shop where it is geographically convenient for me.