Speaking with your parents about their financial future isn’t an easy thing to do. However, a bit of planning and candid conversation will prevent unnecessary complications if someone needs to step in to manage their affairs.
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7 CommentsDementia care expert Teepa Snow discusses how family caregivers can respond to four repetitive communication cycles that are common among seniors with dementia.
10 CommentsCaring for a loved one with Alzheimer's who lives on the other side of the country can be physically, mentally, and emotionally draining. Caregiver and author Judy Prescott turned to poetry to find solace and community while caring for her mother.
1 CommentFamily caregivers are responsible for handling many challenging tasks, and funeral planning is usually one of them. Talking to aging parents about death is never easy, but these tips can help you get the conversation started.
3 CommentsIs your loved one's dementia-related irritability, anxiety or other behavior change difficult for you to handle? If your answer to this question is a resounding "Yes!" don't worry, you're not alone.
15 CommentsHow well do you really know your parents? Use these life review questions to help you gain new appreciation for the elders in your family, lift their spirits and preserve a bit of family history in the process.
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13 CommentsTelling family that an elderly parent has Alzheimer's Disease is a hard discussion to have. Here are some tips that can help caregivers break the news.
1 CommentMost people try not to think or talk about death, but avoiding end-of-life discussions and failing to help aging loved ones prepare for this inevitability can make things far more difficult for the whole family. Use these tips to start the conversation.
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