Issue 2.45 – Not Easy

Charlie gently held Hazel’s hand while he read to her. He knew that she was sleeping, and not following along, but he was comforted in knowing that this small act let her know he was there. She could hear his voice at least, and when she would wake, she would smile faintly and her eyes…

Issue 2.44 – Three Choices

The Transitions Coordinator handed Catherine some documents, pointing to the top sheet with emphasis. “This here is a list of long term care sites in the area. You’ll need to review and pick your top three choices.” “I really wish I had more time,” Catherine said, taking the paper and scanning it over. “Wait a…

Issue 2.43 – More Care Required

It had been two weeks since Hazel was admitted to the hospital. James had already flown into Edmonton to check on his mom and had flown back to Ontario again. He was able to see for himself that she had stabilized but that the stroke had left her very…different. John had also come to visit,…

Issue 2.42 – Different Now

“So what now? I’m still trying to decide if I should hop the next plane and come up there.” James was doing his best to process all the information Catherine had just relayed to him. It had been an exhausting ordeal. First, Catherine had called with the news that mom had had a major stroke…