Category Archives: General

Posts of a general nature; mostly house keeping, announcements, and news about me and my blog.

Is it music therapy or not?

Posted on December 29, 2014 by

I have been talking a lot about “music therapy” especially in regards to my role as a full-time, live-in care giver for my mom. I used music every day as part of the care she received at home. I experienced … Continue reading →

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Going off of hospice

Posted on November 6, 2014 by

It is fairly easy to find hospice services when you need them. But you can be left high and dry if you ever leave the hospice program. In August 2013, after several hospitalizations and health issues related to lung cancer … Continue reading →

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The diagnosis

Posted on October 25, 2014 by

Even thought it has been just over seven years since we received “the diagnosis” that day is still fresh in my mind. A few weeks earlier, as I accompanied my mom to a clinic appointment with her family practice physician, … Continue reading →

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Out of order

Posted on October 15, 2014 by

I have so much to share with you. I have been the full time caregiver for my mom since June of 2010; over the past few years I have discovered great resources, and I have quite a few tips and … Continue reading →

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Off to a slow start

Posted on October 15, 2014 by

Yes, it has been eight months since I set up this blog and I have yet to start blogging. First, it’s been a busy year, but I know that is no excuse. Second, and this excuse is legitimate, I have … Continue reading →

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Welcome to the End of Life Survival Guide

Posted on February 9, 2014 by

My name is Doug Seubert, and I am a full time caregiver for my mother who has advanced Alzheimer’s disease. I decided to create this blog so that I can share my experience and provide tips, resources, and ideas to … Continue reading →

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