“. . . people should have the death conversation, to talk about their hopes for what they will experience at the end of life. You aren’t going to achieve what you want unless you articulate it to people who can help you sort it out. . . . If we [...]
I first encountered the work of Oliver Sacks, MD, BC-Neurologist, in the early 2000’s as the “www” was beginning to develop. By this time, Mother and I had been finding great joy singing together daily at the piano for a number of years – beginning in late 1998. He was [...]
“Like no other writer, he showed readers how a compassionate doctor can treat the most misunderstood and marginalized patients by accessing their mysterious inner worlds.” – Delcan Fahy, Lecturer in Communications, Dublin City University Oliver Sacks achieved global public renown because his writings melded two particular traits that cut [...]
“The senior living field has long been ripe for disruption. While the pandemic is causing incredible stress and suffering, it can also be a launch pad for change – to move beyond ‘what was’ to an exciting new future. Join Jill Vitale-Aussem as she talks with Bob Kramer, President and [...]
We bear witness to the heart-breaking stories of adult children about their parents - older adults dying alone during COVID-19. Each one has a story cut short too soon - in the absence of family, loved ones, and a human connection. It feels far removed from a time when one [...]
Having a season subscription to the Chicago Symphony Orchestra for 35+ years, I looked forward to the return performances of this guest artist. He became a top favorite performer on a long list of guest soloists. Yo-Yo Ma, the renowned cellist, was told at an earlier point in his life [...]
From the first to the last Chicago high-rise which I called home, no matter how small, I always found a space for a home office. Setting up and maintaining a second office to be close to aging parents would not be an impossible challenge. The goal was to pursue the [...]
In the aftermath of past pandemics, people have generally returned to their previous handwashing habits. But the COVID-19 crisis is different from other outbreaks. Never before have hand sanitizing and social distancing practices been enacted on such a global scale. So, could COVID-19 cause permanent changes to handwashing habits around [...]
I set up a second home office in my hometown to become a dementia care partner with my aging parents. All discussions leading to my ability to become a care partner were dependent upon continuing my healthcare business. In a good week, we had caregiver support for 4-8 hours on [...]
WHAT: 2020 Food Revolution Summit WHEN: Monday, April 27, 10:00 AM Central and 21-hour replay. Time Zone Converter Click here for registration, access to the series, and a (free) Cancer Handbook. Join these food experts to learn more about making good food and lifestyle choices. It is within recent years [...]