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The Holiday Season is a Wonderful Time for Sharing the “Wealth of Wisdom” – Tips for In-Home Caregivers

The greatest inheritance that any of us could hope to receive is the wisdom that our older loved ones have spent a lifetime learning. The holiday season is a wonderful time to sit down with visiting family members to ensure that future generations will be blessed with the wisdom of their elders.

Tips to help you record the Wisdom:

– Use whatever you’re most comfortable with. Some of you may be comfortable using a laptop for taking notes and asking the questions. I like to use – Tape Recorder and a Pen and Notebook. If you have a camcorder, it would be wonderful to get the interview for all to view! If you don’t have a camcorder, at least take a photo of your loved one before, during or after the interview.

Tips for The Interview Setting:

– Try to pick a time when your elder is well-rested. Choose a room that is free from distractions. Sit close enough to your elder so that you can make eye contact. It’s best to do your interview one-on-one, but two or three may work almost as well. Try not to interrupt your elder.

Don’t hesitate to change the question, if it seems too hurtful. But do give them plenty of time to respond. Let them know that you value their knowledge and wisdom.

Questions to ask during the interview – Here are a few suggestions:

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