You feel responsible for your mom’s care, especially since she took care of you as a child. However, being an unpaid family caregiver is no easy task. With all the time and effort you devote to her well-being, you can’t…
Caring for an aging parent comes with many complex challenges. If you’re feeling overwhelmed or burnt out, you’re not alone. Senior care works best when it’s taken on by a team of people instead of just one person. Being the…
There comes a time in many seniors’ lives when they can no longer safely care for themselves. They may experience cognitive problems from a condition like Alzheimer’s or a traumatic brain injury. When that time comes, your loved one could…
Long-distance caregiving brings unique challenges to the parent-child dynamic, especially when your parent has dementia. They may need extra help with daily tasks and personal care activities. If you live far away, you might feel powerless to help them. Fortunately,…
According to data from the U.S. Census Bureau, mobility impairment is the most common disability among older Americans. Other studies have indicated that 35% of people over the age of 70 and the overwhelming majority of those over the age…
According to data from the Family Caregiver Alliance, approximately 34.2 million Americans provide unpaid care to adults aged 50 or older. Nearly 15% of these caregivers care for more than one person, and 3% of them care for three or…
There’s a lot of advice out there on how to care for aging parents, but some families need a different kind of help. Some older parents can be manipulative and stress-inducing to their loved ones. If you’re dealing with a…
Taking care of an aging parent could be among the most selfless acts you ever perform. However, it can also be mentally, physically, and financially taxing. The good news is that there are several forms of government assistance to help…
You want what’s best for your loved one, no matter what that looks like. If you’ve been researching senior care, you may be overwhelmed with all of the different options. Terms like “assisted living,” “independent living,” and “in-home care” float…
You may have noticed that your elderly loved one tends to experience certain mental health concerns in the evenings. Nighttime anxiety is common among many age groups, and older adults are no different. Luckily, there are effective strategies you can…