Solutions for Successful Aging
REMEMBER THE PEOPLE WHO CARE
I was thinking this week about the special people who help me care for my mother. The young lady who comes three times a week to bathe my mother and her nurse who comes once a week to check on her and make sure she is doing alright. I stopped for a moment to remind myself that they have families too, and they work hard, and they get tired but they come into my home each week with a smile on their face and loving my mom as tenderly as possible. I watch how they talk to her and treat her. These are special people and I wanted to take a moment to remind ourselves to appreciate the people who are helping us, teaching us, and supporting us. They have been there for me in many times of need, there were times when I myself became ill and was in bed, they came in and did many kind things for me until I got better. I could not do what I am doing without these people who have been put into my life, not by chance but I believe as "angels" to keep me going. Thank you to those who are helping caregivers like myself. You are so appreciated.
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Permalink Reply by Bryan Ford on -
Great point, Jeannette. Many times the sitters, home health workers, or health aids that help us with our care process might be working other jobs and/or have their own people they take care of at home. A little added appreciation goes a long way for them and can pay big dividends in the care of our loved ones. Thank you for reminding us.
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Permalink Reply by Ginny on -
I, too, am so very grateful to my Mother's caretakers. I try to treat them like family...because to me...they are! They make my life so much better and bring so much help and joy and companionship to my mother. I pray for them every day!
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Permalink Reply by Robyn Blaikie Collins on -
Great word... and we all know what goes around, comes around. So, it's excellent when you can spread the love. I'm sure your grateful heart is a bright spot in their day too... You are being a blessing by recognizing that they are blessings to you. Thanks for sharing. Can you remember anything in particular that impacted you? A moment that really sticks out in your memory?
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Permalink Reply by Jeanette Meyer on -
oh Robyn I would not even know where to begin to share how the nurses and aides have made my life so much easier since I have been with this particular hospice group. I did not know where to begin when my mother came to live with me. My father had just past away and we had her flown here which was an experience in itself. She is bedridden and cannot hardly move any part of her body. The trip from Miami Fla. to Alabama was quite a full day. Here she was, and here I was, almost dumbfounded as to what I would do next. I do not know how to bathe her, change her, change sheets, talk to her, get her to eat, (Parkinson's and Alzheimer's are both her enemies). The next day, here comes the sweetest face in the whole world, Elisabeth, my mom's new nurse. Full of knowledge, help, encouragement, joy in her voice and personality, and I knew then, I was not going to fail or do this alone. I had friends that were coming along beside me. She, and others, social workers, and an aide that has become a dear friend have been so faithful to my mother in her care and has to me as her caregiver who knows not what to do many times. I have become ill during my mother's care with a condition called vertigo which effects my ability to even move at times or even able to get out of bed. These special people have pitched in and came to care for my mom during those days I was unable. They did things for me that only angels would have done. I will never forget their love and care demonstrated during this time as I care for my mom. Unknown territory is scary and I have yet to get it down pat. Each day brings new challenges and special memories. The Hospice people are the folks who have impated me as I answer your question to remind me that there are those the Lord has put into our world who are gifted with compassion and mercy. I do believe that this is a gift that the Lord gives to these people whose heart is touched alittle bigger by God to make sure there are those who will always help others make difficult times easier, and sad days alittle happier, and be an example of what giving to someone esle means. The moment that sticks out the most in my memory during the trials of caring for my mother is the day that I looked at my poor mom and thought, "mom, we are not alone, there are special people we can count on who know how to help us." Thanks Robyn for replying to my message and know that I am thankful I can go to website and find all of you at anytime, any day, there who are professionals and can guide me through anything that might come up in the future. God bless you all.
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Permalink Reply by Bryan Ford on
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Thank you, Jeanette for sharing this and allowing us to participate in the gratitude for the nurses and aids that assist you.
Jeanette Meyer said:oh Robyn I would not even know where to begin to share how the nurses and aides have made my life so much easier since I have been with this particular hospice group. I did not know where to begin when my mother came to live with me. My father had just past away and we had her flown here which was an experience in itself. She is bedridden and cannot hardly move any part of her body. The trip from Miami Fla. to Alabama was quite a full day. Here she was, and here I was, almost dumbfounded as to what I would do next. I do not know how to bathe her, change her, change sheets, talk to her, get her to eat, (Parkinson's and Alzheimer's are both her enemies). The next day, here comes the sweetest face in the whole world, Elisabeth, my mom's new nurse. Full of knowledge, help, encouragement, joy in her voice and personality, and I knew then, I was not going to fail or do this alone. I had friends that were coming along beside me. She, and others, social workers, and an aide that has become a dear friend have been so faithful to my mother in her care and has to me as her caregiver who knows not what to do many times. I have become ill during my mother's care with a condition called vertigo which effects my ability to even move at times or even able to get out of bed. These special people have pitched in and came to care for my mom during those days I was unable. They did things for me that only angels would have done. I will never forget their love and care demonstrated during this time as I care for my mom. Unknown territory is scary and I have yet to get it down pat. Each day brings new challenges and special memories. The Hospice people are the folks who have impated me as I answer your question to remind me that there are those the Lord has put into our world who are gifted with compassion and mercy. I do believe that this is a gift that the Lord gives to these people whose heart is touched alittle bigger by God to make sure there are those who will always help others make difficult times easier, and sad days alittle happier, and be an example of what giving to someone esle means. The moment that sticks out the most in my memory during the trials of caring for my mother is the day that I looked at my poor mom and thought, "mom, we are not alone, there are special people we can count on who know how to help us." Thanks Robyn for replying to my message and know that I am thankful I can go to website and find all of you at anytime, any day, there who are professionals and can guide me through anything that might come up in the future. God bless you all.
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Permalink Reply by Marc Katz on -
Jeanette,
I recently sol m y home care company. The one thing that set us part from our competition was thank you. We remember every day to say thank you to those who selflessly give of themselves. Thank you for remembering them. It is a great gift that they need to receive as well.
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Permalink Reply by Jeanette Meyer on
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I hope the "thank you's" of our heart never stop being said. We have a generation today that thinks they are so deserving of everything that comes their way. I hope the heartfelt thank-you's last for an eternity. Thank you for writing me and reminding me that we should take the time to say so when we do a service for others. That it is necessary for both ends of the kindness to be received. You are so right in that it will set you apart from others when it is genuine. Good job, I hope you enjoyed your business while you had it. What a pleasure to be able to help others.
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