Adult Coloring BooksHave you seen the new craze? The only way these could cause stress is if you just cannot bare the thoughts of...reactionscomments
Be Proactive In CareCaregivers: Maybe you’ve heard of being proactive. In simple terms, being proactive is thinking ahead. An example of being proactive would be...reactionscomments
Attitude AdjustmentsWhen I was a teenager, I remember many times that my mom would tell me that I needed an "attitude adjustment." At...reactionscomments
Now Is Not The Time To Be StubbornAre you the type of person that leans into the medical help that is provided, or are you the type that runs...reactionscomments
My Initial Thoughts As A CaregiverJust before my mom was diagnosed with COPD, I was living in Central Florida working my dream job, at Disney World. Every...reactionscomments
It's Been A YearThis year has gone by so fast. Maybe it’s because I’m getting older, and maybe it’s because I had to just put...reactionscomments
From Caregiver to AdvocateAs a co-caregiver for my mom, I thought about her health constantly. I spent countless days thinking about what I should do...reactionscomments
Remembering Our Loved OnesWhen you dig deep into your memories, there are core memories that stand out. They are the ones that you could never...reactions2comments
What To Know Before Calling 911There may come a time when you need to call 911 for help, but how do you know if you should call...reactions6comments
Holiday PlanningEven with COPD, completing all of the tasks for a family gathering could be accomplished with a little extra planning and some...reactionscomments
Fear of Failing As An AdvocateIf you are anything like me, as a caregiver, one of my deepest fears was failing to be my mom's voice when...reactionscomments
Finding the Right COPD Doctor: A Guide for CaregiversFinding the right doctor can make a huge difference in your loved one's care. A doctor who is passive may not push...reactions6comments
Knowing When to Cancel PlansThere were many times, growing up, that my mom would push through almost anything just to make sure that no one’s plan...reactionscomments
What Is A Skin Tear?Editor's note: some descriptions are graphic. If you have ever had or seen a skin tear, you know that it will never...reactions13comments
Take Care of YourselfTaking care of yourself can sometimes be one of the hardest things to do. As the caregiver, you are caring for someone...reactionscomments
The Flu Shot DebateI’m sure that you’ve heard this debate many times: “Why should I get the flu shot? Half of the time they don’t...reactionscomments
Fight Against LonelinessAs a caregiver, it is important to stay connected to your loved one. One constant thread with those battling COPD is loneliness...reactionscomments
Remember to Say "I Love You"Sometimes in the day to day activities it's easy to forget to say, "I love you.” This is true of the caregiver...reactionscomments
Traveling Is About The MemoriesRecently I went through a small bag of my mom’s things that my father brought me. There was really nothing of major...reactionscomments
COPD and Children: A Living Room CampsiteWhen a person with COPD loves their grandkids to the moon and back, we need to find a way to keep them...reactionscomments
