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How to Care for Difficult Parents

Caregiving always comes with challenges, but some aging parents are more difficult to deal with than others. Perhaps they’re stubborn, manipulative, self-absorbed, narcissistic, or even abusive. These posts show you how to manage them, without losing your mind in the process. 

An angry senior looking out of a window

Why Do Older People Get Mean?

Cassie Greenfield, MSc
August 1, 2023

Have you ever asked yourself – why do older people get mean? There’s a surprising number of reasons for this behavior change.

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A middle aged woman comforting her aging father, focusing on the idea of talking to seniors

How To Have Difficult Conversations With Aging Parents

Cassie Greenfield, MSc
March 20, 2023

Talking to seniors can seem overwhelming, especially when they’re your parents. These strategies can all make life easier.

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A senior woman outside seen through leaves, highlighting the idea of irrational elderly parents

How to Deal with Irrational Elderly Parents

Cassie Greenfield, MSc
March 15, 2023

Irrational elderly parents can be incredibly frustrating. So, how do you engage with them well – without compromising your own needs?

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An upset daughter and her mother who is in a wheelchair, looking at whether it's possible to refuse care for elderly parents

Can I Refuse to Care for an Elderly Parent?

Cassie Greenfield, MSc
January 16, 2023

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?

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An older couple at home, highlighting the idea of when seniors expect too much

The Best Responses When Aging Parents Expect Too Much

Cassie Greenfield, MSc
May 27, 2022

It’s never easy when aging parents expect too much. So, how can you support them without burning out yourself?

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An elderly woman, looking at the idea of what to do when your elderly mother wants constant attention

What to Do When Your Elderly Mother Wants Constant Attention

Cassie Greenfield, MSc
May 20, 2022

It’s never fun when your elderly mother wants constant attention. Should you try to meet her wishes or is it time to pull back?

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An upset older woman highlighting the idea of setting boundaries with toxic parents

7 Expert Tips for Setting Boundaries with Toxic Parents

Cassie Greenfield, MSc
April 22, 2022

Setting boundaries with toxic parents is essential and can also be incredibly difficult. In this post, we show you how to do so and reclaim your life.

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A sad caregiver with box tape, feeling the guilt of moving away from elderly parents

Responding To The Guilt of Moving Away from Elderly Parents

Angelica Herrera Venson, DrPH, MPH
January 31, 2022

The guilt of moving away from elderly parents often keeps us in place. Thankfully, there are ways through this guilt.

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A young woman in a bubble, highlighting the idea of boundaries

How To Set Healthy Boundaries for Caregivers

Cassie Greenfield, MSc
December 27, 2021

Setting good boundaries for caregivers doesn’t need to be difficult. Let us show you how to go about it and why you should.

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A man holding a circle in front of his face, highlighting the idea of identity loss

How To Be A Caregiver Without Losing Your Identity

Cassie Greenfield, MSc
November 10, 2021

Losing sight of yourself as an individual can happen in any relationship and is even more common when you’re caregiving. Here’s how to not only protect yourself, but also grow.

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A daughter and an elderly mother, highlighting the idea of a mother expecting the child to support them

My Elderly Mother Expects Me To Support Her

Angelica Herrera Venson, DrPH, MPH
August 2, 2021

What do you do when your elderly mother expects you to support her? Should you follow her requests or find a different path?

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A senior woman talking to her doctor about health information that she may hide from her family

The Problem Of Parents Hiding Health Information and What You Can Do

Cassie Greenfield, MSc
June 4, 2021

Are your elderly parents hiding health information? The issue is surprisingly common and frustrating. So, what can you do?

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A young man angry at his stubborn elderly parents

Guide to Caring for Stubborn Elderly Parents

Angelica Herrera Venson, DrPH, MPH
April 27, 2021

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.

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A senior man and his son fighting, highlighting the idea of difficult elderly parents

How To Deal With A Difficult Elderly Parent

Cassie Greenfield, MSc
February 19, 2021

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.

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A senior Pakistani resting his chin on his hands

Elderly Parents in Denial – What to Do When Your Loved One Refuses to Care for Themselves

Angelica Herrera Venson, DrPH, MPH
January 15, 2021

Caregivers often face the problem of elderly parents in denial. So, how do you respond when they don’t want to meet their own health needs?

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An adult son talking to one of his emotionally immature parents

How to Care for Emotionally Immature Parents

Cassie Greenfield, MSc
August 17, 2020

Parents don’t always provide the emotional support that children need. So, how do you handle being a caregiver for emotionally immature parents?

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Manipulative behavior in the elderly

How to Deal with Manipulative Elderly Parents

Cassie Greenfield, MSc
October 17, 2019

Manipulative behavior can arise in seniors for many reasons and it is a critical area that caregivers need to address. Failing to do so can cause long-term stress. But, while the area is challenging, there are some approaches that can help.

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A stubborn or angry senior

The Challenge of Stubborn Parents. When (and How) to Back Off.

Angelica Herrera Venson, DrPH, MPH
November 17, 2018

Stubborn people are a challenge at the best of times. This becomes even more complex with stubborn aging parents, as there are many additional factors to consider. This post takes a look at cases where stubborn parents truly won’t back down.

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A close up image of a stubborn senior man

Stubborn Parents and Self-Care: A Caregivers Perspective

Cassie Greenfield, MSc
October 9, 2018

A key lesson that I learned as a caregiver is that things are often more challenging than they appear. That’s especially true when it comes to stubborn parents.

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A granddaughter or daughter caring for a stubborn aging parent

When Should You Seek Help with Stubborn Aging Parents?

Angelica Herrera Venson, DrPH, MPH
December 4, 2017

Many caregivers face challenges with stubborn aging parents and there can seem to be few solutions. With that in mind, what are the best ways forward and when should you be seeking help?

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