Wouldn't it be nice if all families were like the (fictional) depiction of the 1950s family? Mom and Dad are in love. They have two or more kids who are best friends with one another. Oh, maybe the kids had a squabble now and then, but it was fixed in half an hour.
Well - I hate to break it to you - but I grew up in the ‘50s and it never was quite like that. I've interviewed, advised and consoled many caregivers, and I've encountered exactly one family that seems to fit this glorious model....
Gone are the days when three generations – or more – routinely lived their lives in the same location. We are mobile. Many jobs move... Read more »
One of the many heartbreaking effects of Alzheimer's and other dementias is that the person with the disease can become paranoid. You see... Read more »
Long distance care coordination for relatives and friends of people with Alzheimer's is becoming more common. The main reason is that over... Read more »
Are you sick of arguing with Dad over his driving? Is Mom unable to handle her checkbook, but she'll be darned if she'll let "you kids"... Read more »
It is common that one adult child of a family assumes most of the responsibility for the care on the elders. Often, it’s the one who... Read more »
I get so many emails every day from caregivers who are so stressed out, often saying they’d love to take a break and get away for a little... Read more »
Jacqueline Marcell is a former college professor and television executive, who was so compelled by the experience of caring for her elderly parents... Read more »
It started with Joe. My elderly neighbor had lost his wife and his only child lived in New Jersey. He was totally deaf. How could I not help? My... Read more »
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