Over the years, we’ve created numerous articles that look at difficult parents, including those who are stubborn, narcissistic, clingy, or incredibly demanding. Such topics generally boil down to the following important approaches: That set of steps works best when your parent is willing and able to understand your perspectives. Where they care about what you’re […]
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Help! My Aging Father Came Out as Gay
There is much to celebrate when someone comes out as gay. The moment is a huge and crucial part of their journey towards self-authenticity, which includes acknowledging who they truly are and what matters to them. Yet, some adult children struggle when aging parents come out as gay. The situation can stir up a whole […]
The Best Books on Caring for Aging Parents To Empower You
Regardless of what you’re going through in life or where you are, having people on your side helps more than almost anything else. This includes people who can encourage you and have your back and ideally at least one or two who have traveled the same road already and know how to do it well. […]
What You Should Expect If You Wish to Work as A Caregiver
Here at Kapok, we generally talk about family caregiving. However, some people are in a different situation, where they work as paid caregivers instead. Sometimes this simply means the individual is getting paid to care for their own loved one. Other times, caregiving is a job and the caregiver may have multiple clients. Whatever the […]
10 Simple Steps for Setting up a User-Friendly Mac for Senior Citizens
Technology has become an integral part of our lives. However, for senior citizens who are new to the world of computers, the task of setting up a user-friendly Mac can be quite overwhelming. But, with the right guidance and approach, it can be a simple and enjoyable experience. In this article, we’ve shared ten simple […]
8 Tips for Managing Incontinence In The Elderly
As we grow older, our bodies experience a series of changes that can be both challenging and frustrating to deal with. These “changes” can range from physical to emotional and may include problems associated with mobility, memory, vision, hearing, and more. In addition, the body becomes more susceptible to health conditions, namely incontinence. According to […]