Caregiver stress

How to Handle Siblings in Denial About a Parent’s Declining Health

Nearly all family caregivers with siblings have experienced some version of sibling denial regarding their aging parents. Whether it stems from a...

Most of us lead frantic lives. That’s the nature of the world today. When you add to that the job—for it is...

One question that is often asked on the AgingCare.com Caregiver Forum is, “How do I deal with the reality of leaving behind...

Q: How often should I visit mom in the nursing home when she first moves in? I heard some facilities limit the...

It’s human to want a fresh start. Even though I know that December 31 of one year is rarely that different from...

People cite numerous reasons for why they hate visiting nursing homes. Some can’t stand funky smells, others find the sight of disengaged,...

For many, music from certain eras can bring back memories of better times. For others, music soothes anxiety or gets them pumped...

Geriatric care management is a rapidly growing field in the elder care industry. As most caregivers know, researching and coordinating all the...

When an elderly parent transitions from their home to assisted living, independent living, a nursing home or a relative’s home, it can...

The responsibility of providing care for an aging or ill loved one is a monumental challenge in its own right. But when...