Caroline Dawson, LLC

04/16/2026

Do you know someone who is caring for a loved one with mental illness? Tell them about the NAMI Family Caregiver HelpLine. It’s free and confidential. nami.org/family Text “Family” to 62640 or call 1-800-950-NAMI (6264), and press 4. NAMI

03/16/2026

Perhaps you've seen the myth online that caregivers pass before non-caregivers do. Not so.

Do caregivers really die before their loved ones? A geropsychologist examines what research actually shows — what truly puts caregivers at risk

12/01/2024

A Yale study showed that older people with more positive beliefs about aging lived an average of 7.5 longer than people who equated aging with disease and decline. Actress and activist Jane Fonda and anti-ageism advocate Ashton Applewhite share a key to living a longer life. Thanks to CBS Sunday Morning for this short. Whew! I dig anti-agist advocate Ashton Applewhite's vibe!

12/01/2024

Yes, there are traditions. Yes, we may gather. Yes, love can be complicated. And - there is no one right rigid way to "Do the Holidays".

Find our full blog on Navigating the Holidays While Grieving at

https://kcendoflife.org/education-and-resources/f/navigating-the-holidays-while-grieving-tools-to-support-grievers?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR1X1nL3x1qO8aJA6Xxz2yAwOmk1oovQgppler7nmL505c59AdEe2bXbG1U_aem_wrBMi2WM6wYXRoC-iNqokA

11/28/2024

Do you have a loved one with Alzheimer’s joining you this holiday weekend? Although mealtimes can be challenging for someone with Alzheimer’s, the good news is that small adjustments can make a big difference. Offering manageable portions and using easy-to-grip utensils can create a more comfortable dining experience.

Discover more ways to make mealtimes smoother for your loved one: https://go.nia.nih.gov/3Ut0lxj

10/18/2024

Do you have a plan?

📢 Then we have good news. 💯

Thanks to the , you can get several recommended preventive vaccines 💉, free of charge.

These include:
⚕️Hepatitis A
⚕️Hepatitis B
⚕️Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV)
⚕️Shingles
⚕️Tetanus and diphtheria
⚕️Tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis (Tdap)

Stay healthy heading into winter—talk to your health care provider about getting your shots today!

10/05/2024

Come join me at the Kansas City Conference for Women October 17th. I'm so pleased to be speaking on this panel with these amazing women!

Get ready for an adventure! 🌟

Panel 8/10: Living, Dying & Crystal Bunnies: Choosing Your Own Adventure w/ Niki Staab, Rachel Blankenship, & Caroline Dawson.

Full description is now on our website. 💻
Join us in support of the 30+ local women we highlight at the Kansas City Conference for Women💜
Thursday, Oct 17 | Doubletree Hilton - Overland Park | $52 👈
TICKETS AVAILABLE NOW: https://sheslocal.org/kansas-city-conference-for-women/

10/05/2024

Older adults with Alzheimer’s or dementia are especially vulnerable to social isolation and loneliness. Here are 4 impactful ways to help them stay connected and enhance their quality of life.

Visit: https://dailycaring.com/4-ways-to-reduce-loneliness-in-seniors-with-alzheimers-or-dementia/ for more details

10/05/2024

💯 "Do you want me to listen, give comfort or give feedback?" This is such a powerful question when someone starts to share something emotionally charged! (Maybe offer a new kitty as well - I mean, know your audience. 😉)

07/18/2024

🎉🎉🎉 Announcing! Now in network with Aetna, BlueCross & BlueShield, Medicare, New Directions, Optum, and UnitedHealthcare! 🎉🎉🎉 I accepting new *virtual* clients through Sage Counseling Services. Right now my practice focuses on seniors, couples, and family members who provide care for elder loved ones. No matter your age, it is never too late to heal past wounds, build coping skills, and strengthen relationships. Contact Sage Counseling Services to set up a free initial consultation with me today!