A New Generation of Caregivers: Grandchildren Taking Care of Grandparents
A new generation of young people is stepping up to help their aging and ill family members. Although the Caregiving in the...
Grandparents
Living with Elderly Parents: Do You Regret the Decision?
If you are like most family caregivers, you probably made a promise to your parent(s) years ago that you would never place...
The Importance of Grandparents Never Fades
The importance of grandparents in the lives of children cannot be denied. Before our society became so mobile, it was common for...
Understanding the Difference Between Healthy Reflection and Memory Loss
Dear Carol: I’m worried about my grandma. She’s a healthy, active 74-year-old who reads, volunteers, and plays Scrabble. Mom says Grandma is the...
Balancing an Elder’s Sense of Purpose with Their Safety
A recent question on the AgingCare Caregiver Forum brought back memories from my early days of caregiving. The member wrote, “My 81-year-old...
What Is a Pre-Death Rally?
Family members are often relieved and hopeful when a dying loved one suddenly becomes more aware of their surroundings or begins talking...
Am I a Caregiver? Defining the Family Caregiver Role
Many individuals struggle to accept the label of “family caregiver,” but fully embracing this role increases our chances of succeeding in it....
The Importance of Grandparents
The importance of grandparents in the lives of children cannot be denied. Before our society became so mobile, it was common for...
How Involved Should Families Be When Elders Live in a Senior Living Facility?
Over the course of 15 years, five of my elderly loved ones lived, for various spans of time, in a nearby nursing...
How to Survive Caring for Multiple Elders at the Same Time
Each of our aging parents is unique. Some people age so well that they need little help until they are well into...
