As an adult child who loses an elderly parent, the initial shock and sadness will slowly lessen in time. But the grieving process for your surviving parent can be profoundly...
Grieving the Death of a Spouse
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Posts In Category: Caregivers & Family
How to Take Away the Car Keys
Have you driven with your parent lately? Maybe you’ve noticed they’re having troubles with changing lanes, or their reaction time has slowed. Are there are scrapes and...
Caregivers: Are you taking care of yourself?
A common piece of advice for caregivers is, to effectively take care of others you must first take care of yourself.
Spend This Father’s Day Together
Spending quality time with your dad is a wonderful way to celebrate this Father’s Day.
Recognize 9 Signs Your Spouse Needs Care
To be a supportive spouse, it’s important to recognize when you need more help for your loved one. Here are nine signs that it’s time to call in reinforcements.
Caregivers: Put Yourself First!
Caregivers. First thing’s first. Take a moment to be proud. You’ve taken on the most difficult job you’ve likely ever had, and you deserve recognition. Second, it’s time to talk...
The Rise of the Millennial Caregiver
The impending silver tsunami raises many questions about who will take over the caregiver role the boomer generation has assumed. Though most headlines put baby boomers...
Value of Intergenerational Relationships
Did you know September is Intergeneration Month, a time to intentionally connect generations to communicate age-related gratitude and needs?
Burning the Candle at Both Ends: The Working Caregiver
Juggling the demands of work, spouse, children, pets, and leisure time for yourself can be difficult enough to manage, but add the responsibility of caring for a senior parent […]
Managing Medication for your Parents
As your parent gets older, their medication list can get longer and more complicated.