Toxic parents are difficult at the best of times. They’ve probably given you a run for your money your entire life, consistently trying to rile you up, undermine you, and make you doubt yourself. Growing up, moving out of home, and building your own life may have helped you to get some distance from them, […]
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57 Amazing Gifts for Elderly Parents That Go Far Beyond the Ordinary
Finding good gifts for elderly parents is often exceptionally difficult. How do you shop for someone who has had a lifetime to accumulate what they need?
Checklist for Elderly Living Alone – What to Look for When You Visit
Many seniors live alone without any problems. However, this isn’t always the case. Aging brings with it many challenges and a person’s ability to care for themselves may decrease over time, to the point that living alone becomes dangerous. This is why it’s so important for you to have a checklist for elderly living alone. […]
12 Tough Challenges Faced by Caregivers and How to Overcome Them
Caregiving is a common role. Countless people throughout the world end up caring for their aging parents, spouses, other family members, friends, or strangers. Yet, as important as the role is, the challenges faced by caregivers are often overlooked. Indeed, there’s still far too little recognition of all that caregivers do for their loved ones […]
Romantic Gifts for Seniors That Are Perfect for Any Occasion
Finding romantic gifts for seniors can put you under considerable pressure. Whether it’s a new relationship or a long-standing one, you need to show that you’ve been tuned in to their likes, hobbies, and quirks. When your partner is over the age of 50, go for gifts that give them an experience that won’t end up […]
Responding To The Guilt of Moving Away from Elderly Parents
Guilt is an emotion that will eat you up inside and can be difficult to reign in. There are many things that can trigger guilt. We may feel a little guilty after having an extra serving of pie or after lying to get out of attending an event with a friend because we wanted to […]