Whether or not one likes the word "burden" when referring to elder care, it is often used. And yes, even for those of us who dearly love the person for whom we are caring, when we are realistic, we have to recognize a certain "burden" exists. With love comes pain. With caregiving, comes choices, decisions and frustration.
Indystar.com recently ran a timely article titled "Balancing burden of elder care: Adult day-care facilities, medical leave policies and empathy are helping stressed-out...
About a decade ago, a nurse I know tried to start an adult day care center in my town. I thought it sounded like a good idea, though I... Read more »
I've frequently written about adult day care. It's a wonderful resource for many who have elders who can't be left home alone during the... Read more »
Always screen your calls and never pick up when your elder calls with a nasty demanding tone. If you never give in to moaning and groaning,... Read more »
My neighbor, Henry, lived in his little bungalow for nearly 50 years. He and his wife had raised a son in that home. Eventually, the... Read more »
An article in The San Antonio Express-News, titled "Adult day care booming in South Texas: Culture, demographics driving industry," brings... 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 »
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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