Bill Kelly: When Words Matter Most
One of the greatest fears care partners share is wondering what to say to someone they love as they approach the end of life. Whether the person is living with dementia or another life-limiting illness, many of us worry about saying the wrong thing. The truth is, the “right words” are often much simpler than we imagine. A thoughtful article by Angela Haupt in TIME magazine, “What to Say to Someone Who Is Dying” (August 5, 2026), reminds us that our presence often speaks louder than our words....