Keeping the Crunch: Caregiving, Culture, and the Courage to Stay Whole
There’s a phrase I’ve been using a lot lately: don’t be the soggy lettuce. Too many women—especially those of us in the sandwich generation—lose our crispness under the weight of caregiving, expectation, and cultural obligation. We become wilted, invisible, overextended. We forget what it feels like to taste our own joy, to hold our shape. […]
Beyond Medical Care: What to Consider When Selecting a Care Home
Choosing a care home for your loved one can feel overwhelming, especially when so many factors go beyond medical care. From personal experience navigating this complex system, I’ve come to realize that the environment and culture of a care home can significantly impact a resident’s quality of life. Environment and Aesthetics The layout and paint […]
Noah’s Arc? Elder Care in the times of COVID-19
May 11, 2020 Let’s start by saying that this is my opinion, and not that of my employer. 🙂 Personal. And written pretty raw, and from the heart. 100% Zafira. There are tips and tricks that I consider best practices, but those are from experience 🙂 I keep hearing that we’re in a unique […]
Working Solo Parents & COVID-19
May 8, 2020 Let’s start by saying that this is my opinion, and not that of my employer. 🙂 Personal. And written pretty raw, and from the heart. 100% Zafira. There are tips and tricks that I consider best practices, but those are from experience 🙂 2 years ago, I became a mom to […]