When we think about travel, we tend to think about the itinerary: where we’re going, what we’re seeing, where we’re eating, and all the things we want to fit into the days we’re away. But some of the most meaningful…
Holding Two Anniversaries
June always carries a quiet kind of weight for me. Especially today, as I honor both a milestone and a memory—my 13th thyroidversary and the third anniversary of my grandmother’s passing. Two dates that sit on opposite ends of my…
The Quiet Ways We Remember
It’s been one of those weeks here on Long Island. The kind where the sky stays gray for days, the rain seems endless, and everything feels just a little heavier than usual. I’m also coming off dental surgery, which has…
How Medicaid Helped Me Care for My Grandmother—and Why It Must Be Protected
I recently collaborated on a Reel with Caring Across Generations for their Medicaid Minute series to talk about—yes, you guessed it—the proposed cuts to Medicaid, a critical issue impacting caregivers and families across the country. Medicaid is a lifeline for…
10 Truths I’ve Learned About Grief
My grandmother would have turned 97 today. She would also have been horrified that I’m sharing that in a blog post—and even more so that I’m making a fuss about her birthday (she never cared for them). But she knew…
5 Ways to Support Caregivers
There are approximately 100 million caregivers in the United States providing care to a child, parent, or other relative—a number that will only grow as our population ages. For them, every day is National Caregivers Day. While their work may not always be publicly recognized,…
What Presidents Day Teaches Us About Leadership
Simon Sinek once said “Leadership is not about being in charge. It’s about taking care of those in your charge.” That quote has always resonated with me and seemed like the perfect sentiment to share on a day like today….
Here’s Why We Need to Protect Medicaid
Did you know that tomorrow, Thursday, February 6, is a national day of action—and we need your help? If you’ve been following the news, you may have seen that the current administration is proposing massive cuts to Medicaid—totaling a staggering $2.5…
My First Tattoo!
Last month, just before my birthday month came to a close, I got my first tattoo. It wasn’t something I ever thought I would do, but after my grandmother passed away, I decided to place three meaningful letters on the…
10 Things to Know About Long-Term Care Insurance
In honor of November being National Family Caregivers Month, I wanted to take a minute to thank the more than 53 million caregivers who are providing care in this country. Whether you’re an unpaid family member or care professional, thank…
Honoring the Grief Journey: Navigating Loss and Healing
No matter how much time has passed since I lost my grandmother, certain days will always be hard for me. The day I took my grandmother to the hospital, which began our long two-year journey in a long-term care facility,…
The September Agenda
You know it’s been a busy month when you are first thinking about what’s on your agenda mid-way through. As we transition from beach days to cozy layers, I’ve been getting back into my regular work routine, finishing up my…
