Most content on this blog focuses on the ‘average’ caregiver. Such caregivers tend to be women, often aged between 35 and 65, and spend 20 hours a week or more providing care. Some of these women are juggling the twin burdens of providing care for aging parents and their own children. Some are even attempting […]
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How To Have Difficult Conversations With Aging Parents
Talking to seniors can seem overwhelming, especially when they’re your parents. These strategies can all make life easier.
How to Deal with Irrational Elderly Parents
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 […]
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. […]
Can I Refuse to Care for an Elderly Parent?
Caring for an elderly parent often feels like an obligation. But, is it really and can you refuse to provide care? Is doing so ever okay?
18 Holiday Activities for Seniors To Elevate the Season
Holidays are a chance for connection and family, but they’re not always plain sailing. They come with plenty of stresses and challenges. Finding the right holiday activities for seniors can make a huge difference here. Holiday activities have many benefits. For one thing, they keep people engaged. This is particularly important if the holidays are […]