Many of my entries previously have been statistics and news stories about health insurance and medical matters. Many have linked to helpful websites that broaden knowledge about these issues. However on my mind recently is my own family's situation. I hope that by regularly reporting from my own family, it can help spur discussion among others. I know many families face the same difficulties. Please share from your own experiences as I know it will help other families cope.
My mother suffers from Muscular Dystrophy and that has tremendous impact on her mobility. In the course of the last year she has had to install a chairlift in her home, give up driving, and could not make it down to the beach on our recent vacation. I and my sisters need to recognize the sense of loss that she feels due to this loss of independence. She commented the other day on her frustration that her freedom has diminished because she is not driving. As a whole, familes need to recognize these feelings, but also focus on "abilities." I know that this is an issue my family faces daily now. Linked to this entry are several helpful handouts discussing aging issues and coping with them. Check it out and add comments from you experiences.
Cornell CARES Patient Handouts
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