What happens if you put your heart and soul into caring for a loved one, just to be accused of abusing them? Learning how to respond to allegations of elder abuse is crucial – as such allegations can damage your reputation and even put you at risk of legal action. The first thing is to […]
Caregiving
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
Irrational elderly parents can be incredibly frustrating. So, how do you engage with them well – without compromising your own needs?
Caregivers Book Corner: Fierce Self Compassion Review
We’ve highlighted self compassion multiple times at Kapok, as it’s a powerful tool for helping you to connect with yourself and begin to meet your own needs. In fact, self compassion could be one of the greatest tools for overcoming resistance to self care (something that many caregivers struggle with). Dr. Kristin Neff is the […]
How to Set Boundaries with a Narcissistic Parent
Finding ways to set boundaries with a narcissistic parent might be difficult, but it certainly isn’t impossible.
It’s Time To Talk About Caregiver Abuse
The idea of caregiver abuse is often overlooked. This is where the senior is abusing the caregiver and is surprisingly common.