Aging Loved One

As a loved one ages, caregivers face all sorts of emotional and practical issues, as they take on the roles of protector, manager and personal assistant. What's the best way to help?

Articles About Aging Loved One

What To Do When You're Unhappy with Your Loved One's Care
You shouldn't expect another caregiver to give as much immediate attention to your elderly relative as you do. But if you see signs of neglect or abuse, act quickly.
Valentine's Day: When a Loved One Can't Understand the Holidays
Celebrating special occasions when one or more of the people involved can't participate is hard. When an elder has Alzheimer's or Dementia and they no longer understand the significance of holidays do we follow through, or do we pretend the special day doesn't exist?
When a Parent in the Nursing Home Says "I Just Want To Go Home."
How does a caregiver convince an elderly parent that the nursing home, assisted living center or other senior care center is home?
New Caregivers: Get a Health Assessment for Your Parent
Being a new caregiver is overwhelming, but getting organized and gaining knowledge about your parent's health can start to get your life in order and reduce some caregiver stress.
What Do I Do if My Parent Refuses to Go to The Doctor?
How to handle a loved on who refuses to go to the doctor. Advice for getting a parent to go to the doctor when they refuse.
What to Expect When a Loved One Has Cataract Surgery
Surgery is the only effective treatment for cataracts.Here's what caregivers and their elderly loved ones can expect before, during and after cataract surgery.

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