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Advice: Enduring Powers of Attorney
For those of us supporting an older person, someone with a disability, or other health condition, you should consider looking into setting up enduring powers of attorney (EPA). You’ll find…
Research: Prepared to Care? (UK) 2013
In preparation for Carers Week 2013 in the United Kingdom, a group of charities set out to explore how much, as a society, they are prepared to care. Through an…
Body Art: Lasting Memorials in Glass
Auckland glassblower Peter Viesnik (left) creates lasting memories of loved ones. His eye-catching glass crucibles give new meaning to the ad jingle “thousands of luminous spheres”. The Auckland artist’s remembrance…
Disaster Planning
With extreme weather events on the rise, it’s wise to do some advance planning. Being prepared for emergencies is especially important for older people and those with health or disability…
Research: Family Caring In Ireland (2013)
Family Caring in Ireland is a report by Care Alliance Ireland. It shows that in April 2011, 4.1% of the total population was providing unpaid assistance to others. Ireland’s Census 2011data…
Healthcare Directives: Making Your Wishes Count
By Andrée Talbot As you head towards your senior years, you may start thinking about what options you have to let others know how you would like to address end…
Continence: Equipment
If someone in your family has continence needs, equipment is available to help you at home, or when you are out and about. To view continence aids (which can be…
Bereavement Bouquets
When ordering funeral flowers or a plant for a grieving person, Whitney from Flowers on Featherston recommends blooms and foliage in creams, whites, and greens. If you favour colourful blooms,…
