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‘Advocate for a more dignified, less expensive way to help frail seniors’ reports Tyee.
A very well supported article written by Tyee after we met recently over coffee. Click here to read it.
I’m a caregiver. Where do I go for resources?
Look no further. Below is a short list of websites that are either well known to us or have very comprehensive resources. We don’t necessarily agree with everything on these sites, but present them as a starting-point for exploring certain … Continue reading
‘The Writer’s Cafe’ talks with me about ‘A Bitter Pill’.
Click here to hear the full interview.
The Toronto Star on ‘old folks’ and healthcare.
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My interview with CBC The Current’s Anna Marie Tremonti
Click here to hear my interview.
How do I keep a Sunshiner at home?
Sometimes people tell me I’m not being realistic and expecting them to keep their frail relatives at home. How can we deal with a sudden change in independence if we can’t get supporting help quickly? How do we know what’s … Continue reading
I’m a Sunshiner and I’m in ‘crisis’. What do I do?
One of the big differences between medical care that works for Sunshiners and ordinary care is how “crisis” is handled. Crisis for younger people is some sort of a big disaster, the kind for which hospitals were designed. Crisis for … Continue reading
Sunshiners: Frail Old People Living At Home 