I help 50+ women weave decades of experience into a heart-centered next chapter and create a life of purpose, impact, and fulfillment. I do this through my workshops, books, virtual events, and my Weekly Spark blog posts.
My dad ended up in the ER this week, but this time was different ...
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The first time Dad rode in an ambulance, he was living on his own and fell. His fall monitor activated EMS. He hit his head and wasn't able to answer any questions the EMTs or the ER staff asked him. We didn't have any of his medical information organized in a way that would support the emergency staff in giving him the best are and contacting his family. That incident scared me. It inspired me to create the Refrigerator Emergency Kit. It contains all the information a healthcare provider would need in an emergency (or even on a routine doctor visit), all in one file that's quick and easy to grab and go. EMTs are trained to look for medical info, but if it's not readily available, they simply transport the patient to the hospital with nothing. Everyone should have this, especially aging parents ... and including you! If you haven't already got your FREE Refrigerator Emergency Kit, here is the link to download it: https://trishajacobson.kit.com/eda736e078 Please, please, please, share this email with anyone you think might need it ... especially those with aging parents living on their own. By the way, Dad is back home and doing well. And I'm feeling inspired to share the link for this kit to everyone! Take good care, Trisha |
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I help 50+ women weave decades of experience into a heart-centered next chapter and create a life of purpose, impact, and fulfillment. I do this through my workshops, books, virtual events, and my Weekly Spark blog posts.
Hi, This week’s reflection is about taking care of others, guilt, exhaustion, and the quiet permission to take care of yourself too. Read the full post here:https://www.amatterofmagic.com/blog/everything-is-being-handled-so-why-cant-i-rest#/ With love, Trisha
Hi, When medical care changes hands, information can get lost.From doctor to doctor.Home to ambulance.Ambulance to ER.Hospital to rehab.Rehab back home.A medication list, allergy, hearing issue, emergency contact, or important documents can easily be missed during transfer of care..This week’s blog post is about why care transitions are such vulnerable moments, and how families can help the right information travel with the person they love. You can read it here:...
Hi, This week’s blog post is about the practical information families need to gather before an aging parent has a fall, hospitalization, or sudden change in care. Because the right information, in the right place, can make a hard moment a little less chaotic. You can read it here: [Before an Emergency: The Information Families Need to Have Ready] With love,Trisha PS Please forward this to anyone you know who is caring for an aging parent. It could be a lifesaver.