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What is a LifeCare Coach and how can you help me? Why would I need caregiver coaching? What type of situations do you help with? How does caregiver coaching work? What are your Terms & Conditions How do I know if coaching with you is right for me? What is a LifeCare Coach and how can you help me?As your LifeCare Coach, I work in partnership with you to improve your life and that of your loved one and to solve the prevailing problems and issues. I’ll ask you questions, help you look at your situation from a different perspective, with compassion offer sense and sensibility, encourage, guide and support you and provide some very practical solutions that can be implemented by you to change your situation. Only you can choose the solutions that are right for you and your loved one. Together we’ll create a plan that addresses your unique situation. Always remember that ”a problem shared is a problem halved”. Read more. Why Would I Need Caregiver Coaching?No one prepares you for caring for aging parents. Elderly parents can suddenly become “daughter deaf” when it comes to talking about failing health, changes in living situations, and medical, financial and legal issues. Caregiving is unknown territory and each family situation is unique. Working with me can help you and your families identify and resolve the situation more quickly, saving time, energy and financial resources. Who do you work with?I usually work with adult children and families who are concerned about and wanting to help an aging loved one. I also work with aging parents directly and those that are already in a caregiving situation with a loved one along with others that have a caring interest in helping, such as spouses, extended family members, neighbors and friends, What type of situations do you help with?First, we’ll work together to resolve the immediate issues. These may include:
Then we’ll turn our attention to the bigger picture and longer term solutions by developing a LifeCare plan for your loved one. Read more about what we talk about. How Does Caregiver Coaching Work?Caregiver coaching is a partnership between you and I based on need, trust and open and honest communication. We’ll work together to
Caregiver tele-coaching takes place one-on-one over the telephone and e-mails via the Internet There may also be assignments that you will do independently between the phone sessions. What Are Your Terms & Conditions
How Do I Pay You?I accept payment via e-mail Interac money transfer; bank transfer and cheques (please allow 5 days for clearance - 2 weeks for cheques drawn on non-Canadian banks What if I miss a session?Cancellations 24 hours prior to the scheduled session may be re-scheduled, Cancellations made within 24 hours are non refundable How do I Know if Coaching With you is Right for me?I offer a FREE” Care To Be Great” 1-on-1 30 minute tele-coaching session with me personally. It helps us get to know one another and the circumstances that brought us together and for you to decide if we’re a “fit” and that this approach is right for you. It’s time to begin your journey of change – so let’s get started |
"We're all familiar with the term "Mommy deaf" well my Mom was "kid deaf" and just wouldn't listen to my concerns about her well being. A friend, aware of my frustrations, referred me to Mary Lou. Within weeks Mary Lou helped me put a plan in place for Mom who of course listened to every word she said. Thanks to Mary Lou Mom is safe now and has a terrific support team"