Lili Fiore, the founder of Much Love, Lili writes about caregiving and grief from a personal point of view, based on her 12 years of experience as a Caregiver. She also shares practical tips to help others feel less alone on their caregiving journey.
Lili is a Certified Dementia Practitioner and End-of-Life Doula. She is the author of Lili’s Caregiver Guide, a guide she wrote to help you bring peace, organization and a sense of control into your life as a Caregiver. She also created her Priority Planner because she couldn’t find the planner she needed when she was a Caregiver.
Caregiving May be Hard but I Think there is a Silver Lining
By: Lili Fiore
I know Caregiving can be tough emotionally and requires a lot but I think there is a really wonderful, rewarding aspect of it that gets overlooked. And while not everyone can be a Caregiver, there are lots of ways to support those who are!
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The Heartbreaking Loss of Our Parents
By: Lili Fiore
We know we will lose our parents at some point but we often take the time we do have for granted. The older I get, the more I miss my parents. Also, the more like them I become! Maybe you can relate?
Approaching your Trigger Dates in a New Way that Celebrates Our Loved Ones this Year
by Lili Fiore
We often experience a growing dread as we get closer to the birthdays and important dates of Loved Ones who have passed away. But what if we planned ahead and made it a celebratory occasion of remembrance and joy?
The Empty Chair
By Lili Fiore
Whether it is your first Hanukkah or Christmas without your Loved One, or there have been many, one of the hardest things about the holidays is seeing their empty chair.
Halloween Traditions & Including your Loved Ones
By Lili Fiore
The fall holiday season can be tough sometimes. Long before the event, we see all the decorations and ads. If your Loved One is in a facility, here are some ways you can still celebrate with them.
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Holidays and Missing Our Loved Ones
By Lili Fiore
Holidays are usually a wonderful time when we connect with family and share traditions. As we get older, and Loved Ones are no longer with us, holidays often become a mixed blessing.
Putting Your Loved One First Might Mean not Telling the Truth
By Lili Fiore
When people are confused or have dementia, they probably won’t remember your words, but they will definitely remember how you made them feel.
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Working through Your Grief by Creating Something
By Lili Fiore
Creating a project can benefit your whole family, or the group of people who are also mourning the loss of your Loved One and honors the person and brings fun, laughter, memories and tears.
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First Things First
By Lili Fiore
There are many things I plan on discussing in this blog but the first and MOST important lesson I have learned is that you absolutely MUST take care of yourself. AND if you are a caregiver it is even MORE important because as a caregiver.