Life’s Palette Blog

Life’s Palette is a space for sharing my personal stories and reflections.

I have also included journal articles and media pieces that I have contributed to.

All my writings are about my life, my caregiving journey, connections to others and the struggles faced in this chaotic world.

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Article: Caring for the Numbers

I was invited to write a story for 3.21 Canada’s Down Syndrome Magazine in their special “The Money Issue.

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I say these families are amazing with pride because we are also one of them.

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Link to Chatelaine Magazine article

As adults with disabilities outlive their parents, siblings are becoming primary caregivers with little preparation.