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Caregiving with Siblings: Resolving Issues While Caring for Parents
Issues between siblings often seem to come to a head when a parent begins requiring care. Use these pointers to improve your communication, minimize dysfunction and recognize when it’s time to set boundaries.
56 CommentsSaying “No” to Family Drama while Caregiving
Relationships are often strained when a serious illness and caregiving enter the picture. If your interactions with family members are increasingly stressful and negative, it may be time to stand up for yourself and set some boundaries.
43 CommentsGetting the Family to Agree on a Care Plan for an Older Adult
Tempers can flare when an aging relative has a crisis and family members have varying opinions. Here are some steps for getting the family to agree on a care plan.
4 CommentsFamily Meetings: Making Care Decisions for Aging Parents
Immediate family often serves as the foundation of a senior’s care team, but relationship dynamics can hinder vital planning and decision-making processes. Discover simple do’s and don’ts that will make care meetings less complicated and more productive.
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Relationships Questions
New to caregiving and I'm in the middle! Where's my place in this situation?
6 AnswersAnyone having a fallout & losing siblings over parent's care?
9 AnswersWhat boundaries, rules, etc. have you set for your loved one's?
30 AnswersMy 87 year old mother has a huge chip on her shoulder regarding the deals life has dealt her. She is quite evil & nasty to me. Advice?
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The Caregiver & Dysfunctional Families: How are you doing?
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