What does the phrase caregiver sibling resentment mean to you? Most of the time, it relates to times when one sibling is doing most of the caring work for aging parents. It’s a frustrating situation, where the caregiving sibling often feels overwhelmed and resentful of others. Yet, this isn’t the only way things can pattern […]
Do Dementia Patients Know They Are Dying?
Dementia is often seen as one of the most terrifying health issues one can face. Much of the reason is that people with dementia don’t just lose physical function, their mental function decreases as well. People with dementia often become shadows of their former selves, with losses in their ability to understand and engage with […]
Can a Sibling Prevent You from Seeing an Elderly Parent?
Family drama is a fact of life, especially when it comes to fights between siblings. But, oh, somehow everything seems to get worse when it comes to caregiving and aging parents. Many caregivers have found that the situation brings out the worst in their families, amplifying resentments and dramas that were already in place. That’s […]
Do People With Dementia Know They Have It?
Family caregivers often have questions about dementia and awareness. Do people with dementia know they have it? Are they aware of the changes that are happening in their behavior and mind? There are two big reasons why you might ask this. The first relates to how much the senior is suffering. Seniors who are aware […]
Why Don’t Adult Siblings Get Along?
Most caregivers have run into at least a few examples of sibling conflict. The issue is almost inevitable. No matter how hard you try or how much you communicate, there are always some points of contention. It may seem like even the simplest decisions require hours of discussion and that you get questioned at every […]
The Best Gift Boxes for Older Women and How to Build Your Own
Gifts for the holiday season are often frustrating, especially when you’re shopping for older women, perhaps your aging parents or grandparents. After all, they’ve had a lifetime to shop for themselves and might have very different tastes to you. Sure, you could go present-free this Christmas. Many families do that. But gifts are more than […]