Caregiving

We have often remarked that the age at which a senior begins to decline physically and/or cognitively is different for everyone. And we’ve acknowledged that even the mere thought of deterioration is nothing anyone enjoys thinking about. But, perhaps the most jolting situation occurs when one spouse/partner of a vibrant couple becomes suddenly incapacitated or loses the ability to live as actively as they had in the past. In many [...]

If you"'re a caregiver, you know the rewards that come with the loving act. They often include feeling a sense of purpose and appreciation from the person you help, who might be a parent or a spouse. However, it is not without challenges. It can be a 24/7 calling with many sleepless nights and stress-filled days. The emotional and physical toll of caregiving can be downright exhausting but also very [...]

September often arrives in a rush. Kids head back to school, after-school activities fill the calendar, and work responsibilities pick up speed. For many adults, there"'s an added layer of responsibility: Caring for Aging Parents. When you"'re caring for both aging parents and children, you"'re part of a group with a fitting title: the Sandwich Generation.   Why This Generation Feels Especially Squeezed The pressures on today"'s middle generation are [...]

It is inevitable that a transfer of decision making from parent to child will occur at some point in a parent’s life. So, what will this look like? It can be messy with hurt feelings, lost money, and inadequate care. Or, it can be wonderful with enriched relationships, gratitude, and peace of mind for all. The messy situations occur when people avoid the necessary conversations. This costly mistake has monetary [...]