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One Day; When Love Meets the Fear We Don't Say Out Loud
The term, one day, is such a versatile term. Two small words that can evoke a multitude of meaning and emotion. I suddenly find myself thinking about the one day we often avoid talking about. Over my life and even to this day, my “one days” have been positive, aspirational, and some would say a little crazy. My “one days” have ranged from one day I’ll make one hell of a wife, mother, grandmother to “one day” we’ll be financially stable, be able to help the less fortunate
laritaharris446
Oct 26, 20254 min read


Did you know some states can legally require you to pay for your parents’ care?
Navigating the legal obligations around caring for aging parents can be confusing—and sometimes surprising. In many U.S. states, filial...
laritaharris446
Aug 29, 20252 min read


Aging in Place: How to Decide and How to Know When It’s Time to Reconsider
Aging in place means staying in the home you know and love for as long as it’s safe and practical. For many seniors, it offers comfort,...
laritaharris446
Aug 12, 20253 min read


When Silence Speaks: The Unspoken Fears of Our Aging Loved Ones By Golden Rule Senior Support Services(Matthew 7:12 – “So in everything, do to others what you would have them do to you…")
One of the most challenging aspects of being a family caregiver is learning how to read between the lines—especially when your loved one...
laritaharris446
Aug 1, 20252 min read


My Personal Testimony: The Financial Exploitation of My Father
When I received the call on December 19, 2023, that my father had been checked into Harbor Hospice in Muskegon, Michigan, for pain...
laritaharris446
Jul 19, 20254 min read


Addressing the Caregiver Shortage: Challenges Agencies Face in Staffing
Introduction Why the Shortage Exists Demographic Shifts : Baby Boomers are entering retirement age in droves, creating a surge in demand...
laritaharris446
Jul 14, 20253 min read


When Dementia Hits Home: Caring for a Loved One with Memory Loss
When someone you love begins to forget things—your name, familiar routines, special memories—it can feel like watching them slowly...
laritaharris446
Jul 12, 20252 min read


Planning for the Unexpected: Why Every Family Needs a Senior Care Plan By: LaRita Booker-Carneal, Founder of Golden Rule Senior Support Services
The Wake-Up Call We don’t like to think about it—our strong, independent parents needing care one day. It’s easy to put it off, to assume...
laritaharris446
Jul 9, 20252 min read


Golden Rule Senior Support Services Blog: Honoring the Journey of Caregiving
Golden Rule Senior Support Services Blog: Honoring the Journey of Caregiving LaRita Booker-Carneal Introduction Welcome. My name is...
laritaharris446
Jul 7, 20253 min read


Golden Rule Senior Support Services Blog: Honoring the Journey of Caregiving
The Two Faces I Wear: The Hidden Cost of Being a Family Caregiver There are two faces I wear every day. The one I put on when I walk into...
laritaharris446
Jul 7, 20256 min read

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