Dear Family,...I had no idea how happy I could be just taking care of my family. Your dad must be applauded for encouraging me to stay home and raise my... By Barbara Moore2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments5 comments
Celebrating Family Caregivers!...National Family Caregivers Month is a time to recognize and honor family caregivers across the United States.... By Kathi MacNaughton4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
COPD, A Family Disease...When I was first diagnosed with COPD I heard the phrase “COPD is a family disease.”... By Janet Plank4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
My Grandsons Interviewed Me About COPD: Here's What They Asked...My grandkids are always inquisitive about my Alpha-1, so I thought I would share their questions and how I answer them in an article. I gave them instructions to ask... By Jackie English3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
My Family Picnic (Part 1)...The pandemic happened so fast and lasted so long, it has been years since my extended family and I have been together.... By Barbara Moore2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
When COPD Affects Your Family...When COPD affects your family, it is anything but funny.... By Karen Hoyt2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Life Is Getting in the Way of Living (Part 2)...They are a lot of my life, my family. It may sound strange to some, yet those who are often alone likely understand.... By Janet Plank5 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments17 comments
COPD Anxieties: Relationships & Family..., and much more: “My family doesn't understand” / “family will get tired of me” Some feel that their condition is downplayed by their family, or that... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments4 comments
Venting - family needs to communicate!...There are friends, and family members who must chat about my lung condition....Reactions0reactionsComments4 replies
Family Support Is Critical...And family member's don't be mine.... By seburnworth034 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments3 comments
For my family....Has anybody ever written a note to explain to family members what’s happening....Reactions0reactionsComments5 replies
Family talk coping...I know my health issues impact my family. They are aware of my Stage 4 COPD, Severe emphysema plus other medical conditions....Reactions0reactionsComments8 repliesFriends & FamilyEnd StageCoping
Only resident in assisted living with 2 tanks on wheelchair no automatic doors to go thru need to ask for assistance staff not helpful ?...Need assistance with sorting and removal of deceased and mine family items ???? Assistance info much appreciated thank you...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesCoping
Listen To Your Friends And Family...Often times we Respiratory Therapists have to take on the role of teacher. We do our part to fix you. Then we teach you. That's what we do. For me... By John Bottrell, RRT4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Overnight visits with oxygen ...Trying to find out why I can't use my portable concentrator to sleep overnight when I visit family....Reactions0reactionsComments5 replies
A New Family Member!...We might not be 100% of what we use to be, but to help and find a new family member you don't have to be....Reactions0reactionsComments12 repliesCopingExerciseMental Health
Thankful...Most if my family doesn't. Thank you for being here....Reactions0reactionsComments3 replies
COPD In the family...I also take capsules to help thin the phlegm and use one inhaler daily.... By Johngordon1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Professional Caregiving vs. Family Caregiving...For family, your concept of time will disappear, as will your comfort level.... By Julie Sparks2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
My Family Picnic (Part 2)...I enjoyed my family and enjoyed spending the day with them.... By Barbara Moore2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
