Are You Experiencing Caregiver Guilt?
When you agreed to take on the role of being a family caregiver for your aging parents, it is likely that you were prepared for some level of stress. You likely knew that those caring for senior adults are at higher risk of experiencing stress and the consequences that can come from stress, and may […]
How Does Caring for Your Dad Impact Your Health?
In a 2015 study by the National Alliance for Caregiving and AARP, it came out that there are around 43.5 million family caregivers in the nation. This care is provided without receiving any pay. The average age of a family caregiver is 49, and 60 percent of them are women. According to this service, the […]
Mom’s Moving in With You – Have You Planned for Your Own Needs?
Your mom can’t handle daily activities of living alone. You’ve decided to move her into your house. Have you planned for your own needs? Do you know how this will affect everyone in your home? Caring for an aging parent is a struggle both emotionally and physically. In a 2015 AARP report, 2 out 10 […]