When friends and family first find out you are moving your elderly parent into your home, you can be bombarded with criticism and “advice” about why it’s a bad idea.
How to Handle Your Elderly Parent’s Anger About Needing A Caregiver
When you begin taking care of an elderly parent, the last thing you expect is for them to be angry at you. Unfortunately, most caregivers receive the brunt of anger and bitterness. There are ways to handle it without letting it destroy you.
Can’t We All Just Agree? Five Tips to Handle Conflict When Caring for An Elderly Parent
Caring for an aging parent is difficult. Disagreement among family is bound to arise. Using these 5 tips you can positively handle conflict among family keeping or restoring positive relationships.
Answering the Difficult Questions Asked By Your Elderly Parent
It becomes very disheartening when rather than acknowledgment we receive hurtful and sometimes accusatory questions. It’s only when we consider their loss that we are able to answer the difficult questions asked by our elderly parent without taking it personally.
Set Boundaries for Your Elderly Parent in Your Sandwiched Home
Following these five easy steps will help you set boundaries with and for your elderly parent that will let them just be the grandparent.
Do You Have What It Takes to Be A Caregiver for Your Aging Parent?
You may not start out with all that’s needed to be a caregiver but thankfully, with grace and persistence, you can develop the character it takes to be a great caregiver.
