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The Real Lives of The Assisted Living
A true life series from inside the community Episode 1. Everyone Brings Their Whole Personality. And Their Lifestyle. Assisted living does not level the playing field the way people think it does. It equalizes care needs, but it does not erase personality, preferences, or lifestyle. People arrive with their whole selves. And yes, that includes how they have lived. Some residents are very refined. They know the brand of their sheets. They notice if the coffee is off brand. The
Dec 13, 20252 min read
Faith & Wholeness
Peaces and Pieces Faith often meets us in the places we keep quiet. The tired body. The overwhelmed mind. The spirit that wants peace but does not always know how to reach it. Wholeness begins when we acknowledge that every part of us is connected and deserving of care. In my work, I see how emotional wounds show up in the body and how stress shapes the mind. I also see how spiritual dryness can leave a heaviness that lingers. We are not separate pieces. We are whole people.
Nov 29, 20252 min read
The Heart Behind Caregiving and Advocacy
The heart of caregiving reaches far beyond the patient. It extends to the sons and daughters standing beside the bed, the spouses sitting quietly in the corner, and the family members holding onto both hope and exhaustion. In this space, I see fear, love, and deep devotion intertwine. I see hearts trying to make sense of what comes next. What I do is more than checking vitals or writing notes. It is entering the sacred space where life and loss meet. It is the tearful questio
Nov 10, 20252 min read
The Gift of Listening
The best part of my job is listening. Not just hearing words, but truly listening. Sitting with people as they unwrap the stories of their past. I count it a privilege. Day after day, I am invited into a space most people do not get to enter. A space where wisdom is handed down, where advice is shared, where failures are admitted, and where success is celebrated. I get to hear about love that endured decades, choices that shaped families, and lessons learned through trial and
Sep 29, 20252 min read
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