Stories from the Field


When Your Loved One Says ‘Someone Stole My Things,’ Don’t Do This
How to Respond to Accusations Without Damaging Trust When Accusations Start One of the hardest moments for families is when a loved one with ...

The Day I Broke Down in the Freezer Aisle
(And What It Taught Me About Caring) I used to think being strong meant not crying. But one day, I opened a freezer door ...

She Called Me Mom And Why I Let It Be
She called me Mom again today. “Mom, what should we do next? What do we still need to do?” Her voice floated across the ...

I Slept at the Care Home Four Nights a Week.
Here’s Why I’d Do It Again. By the Fourth of July, we welcomed our second resident. Her name was Marla. Marla wasn’t a stranger ...

Change Is Coming—Whether You’re Ready or Not.
We learn during seasons of change. This is what I learned. I Cried Today. The text came out of nowhere. The words are heavy.Weighted ...

Marla’s Story
Marla’s family has a secret…one that she wants to share with all of you. Marla has been undergoing changes in her cognitive function for ...
