Christine Jarvis
Christine has been reading and writing since she first discovered the joy and power of the written word (circa age 3).
Past formal education & related experience: University-level work in Classical Studies (special love for Latin). Diploma: Rehabilitation Practitioner (Developmental Services Worker). Work experience with individuals triumphing over developmental and sensory challenges.
Currently enrolled: Palliative Care Certificate Program, Loyalist College (Ontario, Canada)
Life experience informing her writing: Christine is a frequent contributor to the Alzheimer Society of Canada's caregiver forums, and to The Light Beyond (a forum for those recently bereaved). Having lost a Mom to Alzheimer's disease in September 2010, she is currently working on a description of her journey through and beyond the Alzheimer's path (working title: Moments). Christine is a supporter of the hospice philosophy of care, and currently volunteers with Hospice Toronto (www.hospicetoronto.ca).
Current themes of writing: dementia, aging well, individual and social justice, law vs justice, strong women, successful aging and lifelong learning.
Lifetime joys and achievements: being Jannie`s daughter; reading, writing, living.
Personal HomePage: Once A Caregiver http://scribe2507.net
Member:
Alzheimer Society, Toronto
HPCO (Hospice Palliative Care Ontario)
Canadian Authors Association (CAA)—Toronto Branch
PEN Canada
Published:
Don't Tell Me How Rocky the Sea Is...Just Bring in the Ship. 2010. http://thisibelieve.org/essay/88591
Thursday at Tom and Ada's. Canadian Authors Association, Niagara.
Don't Tell Me How Rocky the Sea Is...Just Bring in the Ship. In This I Believe: On Motherhood. Wiley & Sons. 2012.
Latest Articles
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Learn A New Language—Live A New Life
You live a new life for every new language you speak. If you know only one language, you live only once. (Czech proverb)
May 16, 2012
- Christine Jarvis
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The Power Of Words (And Music)
On April 26, 2012 in the city of Oslo, 40,000 people gathered to sing the Rainbow song: Together shall we live...young children of the rainbow
Apr 26, 2012
- Christine Jarvis
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From Caregiver to Hospice Volunteer: Next Step On The Journey
A hospice in the Middle Ages was a place of rest for travellers on a difficult journey. Today hospice is a philosophy of care and support ...
Mar 14, 2012
- Christine Jarvis
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RESPECT: Are the elderly more deserving?
Are older people more deserving of respect just because they are older? Offering your seat to a woman on the subway-chivalrous or prejudicial? Respect ...
Feb 11, 2012
- Christine Jarvis
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Alzheimer's: When the Caregiving Is Over
A mother's death may be the first sorrow wept without her. For family caregivers of parents with dementia, a greater challenge is still to come.
Jan 12, 2012
- Christine Jarvis
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Writer's Block? What An Idea!
Don't know what to write about? Short on ideas? Take one of mine - I've got lots!
Jan 3, 2012
- Christine Jarvis
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E-zines and Their Readers: Mutual Obligations
Must online and print publications meet the same high standards? Are there acceptable standards for reader feedback-or does anything go so long as it sells?
Nov 18, 2011
- Christine Jarvis
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Alzheimer's Disease: I Want to Go Home
Wanting to go home is a pressing need in many people who have Alzheimer's disease. What are some good responses to this heart-breaking plea?
Oct 27, 2011
- Christine Jarvis
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A Need to Know Basis
Some things are on a need to know basis. Why do cats purr? How do birds fly? Why is the sky dark at night? How much do we really need to know?
Oct 20, 2011
- Christine Jarvis
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Make Memories with Mom's Homemade Tomato Soup
Discover how to stir up a pot of homemade tomato soup and enjoy lasting family memories around the dinner table.
Oct 14, 2011
- Christine Jarvis
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