Family caregiving is normally an unpaid role. You’re volunteering your time and energy to support a loved one. However, long-term unpaid caregiving is often impractical. The costs get too high too quickly. Your family member’s needs may also increase to the point that you can’t hold down a regular job. The most powerful solution is […]
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6 Ways to Have a Relaxing Spa Day at Home
Our bodies need time to relax and rejuvenate, especially after a long week. This is even more true for caregivers, whose lives can be intense and sometimes quite overwhelming. One of the best options is spa time, but the biggest limitation of a spa moment is that they’re expensive. Even if you could afford a […]
Pros and Cons of a Skilled Nursing Facility
There are plenty of options for where to live in later life, including remaining at home, moving to a senior apartment, joining a retirement community or moving to assisted living. Some seniors also spend time at a skilled nursing facility. Each option has its own set pros and cons. For example, retirement communities provide seniors […]
How to Manage Your Finances as an Unpaid Adult Caregiver
Caregiving can be a very demanding role. It not only impacts your physical, mental, and emotional health, but it also takes a toll on your finances. According to a report, about 21.3% of Americans are caregivers, making this a crucial topic. Your finances are likely to be affected if you’re paying for the household expenses, […]
Challenges and Tips for Caring for Elderly Grandparents
Most discussions on family caregiving talk about adult children supporting aging parents or one spouse supporting the other. Yet, these aren’t the only patterns. Sometimes grandchildren are caring for elderly grandparents instead. This may happen because there’s a considerable rift between the senior and their adult child. Other times, the grandchild may live nearer or […]
The Best Responses When Aging Parents Expect Too Much
It’s never easy when aging parents expect too much. So, how can you support them without burning out yourself?