by Bruce McIntyre | May 30, 2014 | Caregiving
Reeling from their fresh diagnosis, John and Mary drove home in silence. That evening after dinner, Mary broke the silence. “How do we know if you really have Parkinson’s Disease? Is this the kind of thing that requires a second opinion?” “I don’t know,” John answered...
by Bruce McIntyre | Nov 16, 2013 | Caregiving
After meeting hundreds (actually probably into the thousands now) of family caregivers, I have come to several firm conclusions: Family caregivers deserve a holiday, a parade, and a free week on a private beach to rest and recuperate! Even on their worst days, 99% of...
by Bruce McIntyre | Nov 8, 2013 | Caregiving
Unknown and often unnoticed, you are a hero nonetheless. For your love, sacrificial, is God at his best. You walk by faith in the darkness of the great unknown, And your courage, even in weakness, gives life to your beloved. You hold shaking hands and...
by Bruce McIntyre | Nov 1, 2013 | Caregiving
She sits and waits now, Though it wasn’t long ago that she led a carefree life. She used to go to the movies and out to eat, But now she visits doctors and hospitals, And has become quite the expert in medication side effects and disease. Waiting on her mother and for...
by Bruce McIntyre | Mar 15, 2013 | Caregiving
On occasion, I am genuinely inspired by people I meet. Recently, I listened to a married couple talk about their life situation at a Parkinson support group. He is living with Parkinson’s Disease. She has continuing hip problems. So, they don’t get...
by Bruce McIntyre | Feb 16, 2013 | Caregiving
Sometimes the thing that is changing is beyond your control. Quite often, in fact. Nevertheless, we easily get stuck fighting reality when the past is in the past. Therefore, it is helpful to remember that YOU control YOU. In the midst of unwelcome or challenging...
