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New Caregiver for Your Aging Parent? Here Are Six Tips

Maybe you've been thrust into the role of caregiver abruptly. Your aging loved one has suffered a sudden illness and he or she now obviously needs a lot of help. More likely it's been a gradual process with few clear dividing lines defining when you really become a caregiver.  What began as providing a little extra help has, over time, become a greater responsibility – both in time and caregiving activities.  So when is it time to start taking more control over your aging parents' life, and to start taking control away? And how will your new responsibilities caring for...

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'There's No Place Like Home' for Growing Old

“The stairs are getting so hard to climb.” “Since my wife died, I just open a can of soup for dinner.” “I’ve lived here 40 years. No other place will seem like home.” These are common issues for older people. And your aging loved one might share the often-heard wish, “I want to stay in my own home!” The good news is that with the right help, they can do just that. What do you do first? Planning ahead is hard because you never know how your loved one's needs might change. But, the first step is to think about the kinds of...

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The "Must Have" Documents For Your Aging Parents

Too often, we are caught off guard: a sudden illness or accident robs us of our ability to plan ahead when it comes to critical healthcare and legal decisions. We wait until a crisis hits, when we are least capable of making rational decisions. Whether you’re a baby boomer or a senior citizen, there are some must-have documents to protect yourself and your loved ones. Planning ahead will ensure that your children will be able to make health and legal decisions on your behalf should you be unable to do so. No one wants to think about dying or being...

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