It would be interesting to see some statistics for the United States. What about you? Do you have parents aging in place or in a managed care environment that you are contributing financially to? Post a comment below and let us know. Here’s an interesting article from Your Money about the financial impact being felt […]
Caregiving for Those Aging in Place
According to recent statistics, approximately 43.5 million caregivers have provided unpaid care to an adult or child in the last 12 months. (Source: AARP & National Alliance for Caregiving)
If you need information on caregiving, and how to provide care for elderly parents or spouses better, this section is for you.
Learn more about caregiving, through topics ranging from legal matters, to balancing your work and life.
Caregiving articles
Faster Than a Speeding Bullet
Many Boomers are hearing words that can strike a little fear in their hearts (such as in-home care & Alzheimer’s) once they start caring for elderly parents. Here’s a way to make that easier.
Holiday Survival Tips for Caregivers
Holiday survival tips for caregivers. Let our list of top tips help you get through this busy time of the year & get you focused on your blessings during the holiday season.
Caregivers: There is a “U” in Caregiving.
I know if you read this elderly caregiver article over at the New York Times and you are caring for an elderly parent or loved one, you’re probably going to shake your head in agreement that all of it sounds good. You’re going to secretly think, “Wouldn’t it be nice…?” You might even tell a […]
When to Have the Money Talk With Your Parents
Too often, adult children have no idea of the state their parents financial affairs are in and parents aren’t usually prone to disclosing this type of information without some discussion. We’ve covered the difficulties of talking to elderly parents about money before, but it bears mentioning again. Talking openly with your parents before they are […]
Planning for the Cost of Daily Care
When you are building your own aging in place plan, consideration needs to be given to the costs for alternate care services. For the millions of baby boomers taking care of an older parent now, this information may be helpful as well. On September 30th, 2008, the MetLife Mature Market Institute(R) released the results of […]
Downsizing Mom & Dad: Planning is Key
Moving your parents into a retirement community or assisted living facility can be difficult, heartbreaking, expensive, tiring or all of the above. Having a good plan is key. An article from Newsday.com gives a little insight into things older people need to consider for this transition. It will give those who are (or will be) […]
Senior Driving is Getting Positive Attention
If you are approaching the days when you may have to start considering taking the keys away from your elderly parents, this is for you. Car makers and researchers around the world have answered the call to develop new vehicles with senior drivers in mind. Here are links to four different stories that were recently […]