A Quick Guide to Sifting Through 'The Stuff'
It can be one of the most emotionally challenging points in a caregiving journey: helping a loved one downsize belongings during or after...
Hello KIRC fam~
A super quick nugget of information I thought might come in handy for some of you this holiday season.
How to help a loved one tackle sifting and sorting personal belongings is a topic that comes up quite often for family caregivers. Sometimes it is in the thick of the care. Other time, it comes up once you have said goodbye to a family member.
As many of you may likely spend time with a loved one, here are some thoughts about the inevitable process of downsizing belongings.
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Julia
Great nuggets, Julia! It is definitely a marathon, not a sprint.
Good tips…, Julia! I’ve learned to ask permission and let your parent lead when possible. And savor the stories💛