When We Become Caregivers, Friends May Disappear
Most people have not personally provided care for a loved one and therefore cannot fully understand everything that goes into being a family caregiver....
Relationships
Elder Care Needs Can Change in an Instant
During the years I cared for multiple elders, I grew to dread the ringing of the telephone. It seemed most calls meant emergencies. One...
Should I Have to Take Care of My Elderly In-Laws?
Being a family caregiver doesn’t always stop at caring for our own aging parents. Our significant other’s mom and dad often look to us...
Paying for Assisted Living: When Siblings Split Costs, What Is Fair?
There are many options for the care of our aging parents, but most of them are costly. There was a stretch of time during...
Do Parents Really Want to Live with Their Adult Children?
It’s difficult to pinpoint how many aging parents live with their adult children, but there is certainly a lot more interest in this type...
Breaking the News That a Loved One is Going on Hospice Care
When the paperwork was finally signed to get hospice care for my dad, I was grateful. There would now be a routine of care...
What to Look for When Visiting an Elder in Senior Housing
So, you and your loved one have taken the plunge. You’ve put in the time and effort to research senior housing options, take tours...
Tips for Visiting Family Member in Memory Care
Dear Carol: I grew up being close to my grandparents, but Grandma has passed, and Grandpa is in memory care. Grandma held the family...
Caregiving: A Legacy To Be Proud Of
Have you thought about what you’d want your obituary to say about you? I hadn’t until I was recently asked to write an article...
Should You Quit Your Job To Care for Your Elderly Parent?
As parents age and need more assistance, most adult children do what they can to help. For many, the first step is a weekly...
