It’s a common story. Adult children often promise to support their parents, to help ensure the parent will be able to age safely in their own home. This promise is made with the best intentions. Putting an aging parent in assisted living or a nursing home feels like abandonment. Even thinking about doing so might […]
Caregiving
Why You Must Have Tough Conversations with Aging Parents
Many of us shy away from confrontation, particularly with our parents. It often feels much easier and safer to simply let things be. Besides, tough conversations with aging parents often don’t go well at all. That’s why this two-part series is digging into the topic. In this first post, we look at why difficult conversations […]
Guide to Caring for Stubborn Elderly Parents
Looking after an elderly parent can be so much harder when they are set in their ways. Thankfully, there are approaches that can make this task easier.
Why Female Caregivers Need To Protect Their Health
For many people, caring for a family member as they age is a natural decision. After all, most seniors want to remain in their homes for as long as possible and want to be near friends and family. There’s also a strong connection between women and caregiving. We don’t just mean that women are more […]
Powerful and Fun – The Benefits of Zumba for Seniors
Zumba is popular among adults as an exercise approach but it also offers significant advantages for seniors.
How To Deal With A Difficult Elderly Parent
Many caregivers face an uphill battle, as family members may resist support in key areas. Why does this happen and what can caregivers do to improve the situation. In this post, we introduce the challenges of stubborn parents and highlight various posts that offer direction and support.