Jessica Mattila, MSW, LCSW Since I started writing these articles in September 2024, I have been reflecting on my cancer diagnosis and treatment and the parallels it shares with the caregiving journey our clients (and countless millions across the world) have undertaken. The diagnosis – whether it be cancer, dementia, or an acute event like a stroke - carries weight and signifies a change from what a person was and the life they imagined onto a different trajectory. I am not

As we enter 2025, it is an opportune moment to reflect on our achievements, challenges, and the path ahead. This year brings new...

Cynthia Zavala William Bridges’ model of transition —comprising the phases of Ending, Neutral Zone, and New Beginning—offers valuable...

A few years ago, my dad—who happens to be a funeral director and one of my favorite people in the world—leaned in during one of our conversa

Jessica Mattila, MSW, LCSW This holiday season my husband, 12-year-old son and I traveled to Indiana to visit my in-laws. I looked...

Jessica Mattila, MSW, LCSW “It is not the load that breaks you down. It’s the way you carry it.” - Lena Horne Before starting to write...