by Patrick Cawley | Feb 1, 2022 | Aging, Sentinel Articles
Why does the death of a spouse lead some people to “die of a broken heart” while others live many years longer with grace and strength? There are sources of stress that are unique to each stage of life, but older adults certainly face their share of setbacks and...
by Patrick Cawley | Jan 25, 2022 | End of Life, Sentinel Articles
The amount of control over certain aspects of life may change with aging. People lose spouses, siblings, and friends. Various medical ailments deprive them of their mobility, eyesight or memory, and they must depend on others for help. People experience...
by Patrick Cawley | Jan 19, 2022 | Family Living, Sentinel Articles
If you were to die tomorrow, would your family or friends know how to sort out the details of your life? If you had a stroke, would anyone know how to find your bank accounts, investments, estate plan, insurance policies or online accounts? Wouldn’t it feel...
by Patrick Cawley | Nov 19, 2021 | Caregiver Support, Family Living, Sentinel Articles
Consider these family caregiving examples. A woman in her seventies flies across the country several times a year to check in on her brother in Pennsylvania. The brother has dementia and needs more support than ever. The brother cannot manage his bills anymore. ...
by Patrick Cawley | Nov 3, 2021 | Guardianship, Sentinel Articles
We are entering the time of year when families gather for holidays. In each other’s company, we share memories, catch up, and re-connect. We take stock of our many blessings and express gratitude. These gatherings are a reminder of how we are bound...
