Lessons I’ve learned when cooking for elderly parents

There comes a point in many of our lives when the roles begin to shift. The people who once cooked our meals, packed our lunches and made sure we were cared for gradually start needing a little more support themselves. Cooking for elderly parents is about far more than putting food on a plate. It […]

How family dynamics affect downsizing decisions

Downsizing sounds simple on paper. Move to a smaller home. Sort through belongings. Keep what matters. Let go of what does not. Yet anyone who has actually helped a parent downsize, or worked through their own move ,knows the reality is very different. The practical side of downsizing is often the easiest part. The emotional […]

A message to anyone recently diagnosed with cancer

If you have recently heard the words “you have cancer” this message is for you. Perhaps you’re reading this while sitting in a waiting room. Maybe you’ve just got home from an appointment and are staring at a pile of leaflets that suddenly seem impossible to understand. You may be lying awake in the early […]