Category Archives: end of life care

Weighing the End of Life – NYTimes.com

Posted on February 4, 2013 by webmaven

Weighing the End of Life – NYTimes.com. We are going through the exact scenario described in this article with our little puppy Choco. I’m amazed at the number of folks I’ve talked with who’ve had similar experiences with an aging … Continue reading →

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Practice of Phowa

Posted on January 12, 2013 by webmaven

The Practice of Essential Phowa taken directly from Copyright 1997 C. Longaker and Rigpa Fellowship: “Facing Death and Finding Hope” and the website www.abuddhistlibrary.com   First sit quietly and settle yourself, bringing all the energies of your mind and body back … Continue reading →

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Cathead Crazy

Posted on January 2, 2013 by webmaven

Caring for Elderly Parents in Life…and in Fiction | BoomerBazaar Blog. My favorite line is a quote from the author’s mom: “Honey, I’m doing the best I can, working with what I have left.”

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A Buddhist Prayer for the Dead and Dying

Posted on November 26, 2012 by webmaven

 A Buddhist Prayer for the Dead and Dying   The Five Powers to Develop for a Happy Successful Death    from UrbanDharma.org   A Buddhist Prayer for the Dead and Dying Oh Buddhas and Bodhisattvas abiding in all directions, Endowed … Continue reading →

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A Great Opportunity for Caregiving Organizations

Posted on November 19, 2012 by webmaven

Innovations in Caregiving Awards This looks like a terrific program. Find past innovation award winners here and you will see what I mean! Please join us on November 29th (3PM EST) for a webinar on the 2013 Innovations in Caregiving … Continue reading →

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Family Caregiver Month

Posted on November 3, 2012 by webmaven

The National Family Caregivers Association (www.nfcacares.org) encourages caregivers to: • Believe in Yourself – Try to maintain a positive attitude by recognizing your strengths and limitations. • Protect Your Health – Try to maintain your physical and emotional health and … Continue reading →

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