Family Resources

Answers for the road ahead

The more a family understands, the less frightening this season becomes. These guides and local resources are free to everyone — client or not.

Things families ask me about

These are the questions that come up most. I'm glad to walk you through any of them by phone or in person — client or not.

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Living with dementia at home

Sundowning, repetition, refusing care, wandering — what's normal at each stage, and the small routine changes that make hard days easier for everyone.

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When to bring in help

How to tell when a family caregiver is running on empty, and how private-duty care fits alongside home health or a hospice agency.

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Advance care planning basics

Advance directives, POLST forms in California, and how to have the conversation before a crisis makes it harder.

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Grief and what comes after

Local and national bereavement support, and gentle guidance for the first weeks after a loss.

Local & national resources

Tri-county area

Statewide & national