Managing finances in the senior years is difficult for two reasons: First, the complexity of remembering to pay bills and…
Almost everyone reaches an age when they become an unsafe driver. For some people with specific medical conditions (such as…
Medical errors as a cause of death have made headlines again, some researchers estimate that 400,000 people die from medical…
No one wants to talk about finances, especially with their parents. Our attitudes about financial matters are complicated and deeply…
As a parent of children with a chronic illness, every day is a challenge. Our identical twin daughters have had a…
Here at C2it we understand the confusion that comes with trying to navigate through an acute health crisis or manage…
Why don’t smart people ask better questions of their health care provider? As a nurse, I am always amazed at…
Medical Futility is a term that was first coined in 1962. No one likes to talk about it, but in the…
Planning a Hospital Discharge Home Checklist Makes for a Safe Landing The experience of hospital discharge, either to home or…
When people consider completing their Advance Directive for health care, most assume they are making a decision about their desire for life…
Mrs. Pratt was an independent woman who had never had children of her own. Her aging siblings, nieces and nephews…
My Dad, Tom Brokaw, is publishing his 5th book this week: A Lucky Life Interrupted. This book was written during the year he…
Remembering my grandma through a special family recipe is a wonderful way to share history and memories. Food is a visceral connection that…
Frontline’s ‘Being Mortal’ honestly discusses the difficult conversations and decisions that must be made when confronted with unexpected illness. Related…
Spinal Stenosis is one of the leading causes of pain and disability in people over 65. Currently, it is estimated…
Many people are familiar with the medical orders DNR (Do Not Resuscitate) and DNI (Do NotIntubate) which communicate a patient’s…
We’re continually updating our directory of professionals in your area to help with your care giving needs. In the meantime,…
These Community Resources are options for low cost or free care services that can be accessed to help with your…
We all know it is a gift to enjoy good health and pray that we never have to experience life…
Muhammad Ali intuitively understood the idea behind advance directives.Reading about and reflecting on the life of Muhammad Ali after his…