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Caring for Parents Who Didn't Care for You
How to give emotional and physical care to your elderly parents, even when they didn't care for you as a child.
Caregiving and Guilt: The Wisdom of Hindsight
Learn how to lose the guilt, and forgive yourself for your imperfections.
The Sandwich Generation: What It Is and How to Cope
Sandwich generation caregivers must take time for themselves and utilize respite help that's available.
A Caregiver’s Personal Story: Getting Into a Dementia Patient’s Head
"Validation is exactly what Dad needed, because what was real to him was real in his world."
Early Grief and the Long Goodbye
The caregivers' grieving process begins the moment a loved one is diagnosed with a life-threatening illness, and can last for years.
A Journey of Hope After Loss
Death is inevitable, but knowing this alone does not make it any easier to endure the loss of a loved one. It is through knowledge of the soul's journey that we find comfort and healing.
Why “Role Reversal” and Other Catch Phrases Can Skew a Caregiver’s Thinking
Are you now “parenting your parents?” Is this what they mean by “role reversal? Well, yes and no.
How Caregivers Can Stay Positive During the Holidays: Drop the Fantasy, Lose the Guilt
The holidays are hectic for everyone, but even more so for caregivers, whose "To Do" list quickly becomes overwhelming. Here are some tips to enjoy the season, guilt-free.
The Power of Stories
Reminiscence and life review are vital for healthy aging.Here’s how caregivers can use new research and technologies to benefit families and seniors.
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