How to Tackle Difficult Care Conversations to Strengthen Family Relationships
Any time you dedicate so much time to caring for an older family member, it is natural for other relationships to take a back seat. After all, there are only 24 hours in a day, and you can only spread yourself so thin. This may lead to additional stress, misunderstandings, and hurt feelings. The key […]
The “Questions to Ask Aging Parents” Checklist for the Holidays
It’s been quite some time since you’ve had the opportunity for a nice, long visit with Mom. Now that the holiday season is here, you will have some uninterrupted time to catch up. Of course, you’ll want to make the most of this time together, but it’s also the best time to evaluate how she […]
A Guide to Preserving the Relationship While Caring for a Spouse
If you are in a successful, long-lasting relationship, you recognize that it requires commitment, compromise, and sacrifice. The happiest relationships are the ones where both parties selflessly take care of each other. This balance shifts, however, if the person you love encounters a serious health concern. And this shift into the role of care provider […]
The Rise of Multigenerational Households: Benefits and Considerations
The Rise of Multigenerational Households: A growing trend where multiple generations of a family share a home has become increasingly common in recent years. Economic factors, cultural traditions, and the desire for stronger family connections have driven this shift. While this living arrangement offers many benefits, making it successful requires careful planning and open communication to maintain […]
Give Yourself the Gift of a Stress-Free Holiday Season
What do you wish for most this holiday season? Peace on earth? Good health for your family members? Financial security? What if you could have a stress-free holiday season? What a gift that would be! Caregiving can be overwhelming any time of year; however, the holiday season can send your stress level off the charts. […]
Follow This Checklist After the Death of a Loved One
After losing a loved one, the last thing you want to do is complete a list of to-dos. The pain and loss alone are overwhelming enough. Taking the time to sort out your grief is very important. Yet there are, unfortunately, several tasks that need to be taken care of at various intervals after the […]
The Ins and Outs of Receiving Hospital Care in the Home
No one wants to spend any more time than necessary in the hospital. The goal is to get the necessary treatment or procedure over with as soon as possible and move on to recovery. Unsurprisingly, the growing trend in receiving hospital care in the home is one being met with open arms. Imagine being able […]
Effective Strategies to Advocate for Aging Parents
Trusting someone you love to be cared for by someone else is never easy, especially for a senior family member. Whether at home or in a facility, you’ll have questions that need to be answered. You’ll also want to be prepared to advocate for your loved one to proactively manage any potential problems and also […]
Can a Caregiver Get PTSD?
If you think PTSD only happens to those who have experienced life-threatening danger, think again. PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder) can arise after any traumatic event or experience. So, can a caregiver get PTSD? It may surprise you to learn that providing care for a loved one is, in fact, among the main factors behind PTSD. […]
What to Do When Guardianship of an Elderly Parent Is Needed
In a perfect world, our family interactions would all be helpful and positive. We would handle transitional times cooperatively, smoothly, and without any disagreement. As our parents grew older, it would be a seamless process to meet their needs today and as they change in the future. The reality, however, is that being an adult […]