Family Caregiving Center
Often times, aging family members are taken care of by their children, spouses and other relatives. The following articles discuss various forms of family caregiving and other topics that are related to being a family caregiver.
Geriatric Care: Avoiding Burnout
Experts in the field of geriatric care estimate there are 44+ million family caregivers in the United States; approximately 23 million households. Family caregivers provide long-term care in the home of those with chronic illness or disabilities. Assuming the role of a family caregiver can involve love, compassion, obligation, guilt, pride and even financial circumstances. Learn more about avoiding caregiver burnout with geriatric care…
Aging Parents: Consider Senior Housing Options Before a Crisis
The old, two-story bungalow was perfect 30 years ago; but over the years it has become too quiet, too big and too dangerous for your favorite 80-year-old to navigate. In addition, mom’s heart condition sometimes makes her dizzy, she doesn’t cook anymore and she readily admits that driving the old Chrysler wears her out. But when one of the kids suggests it might be time to consider independent living or assisted living, the proud matriarch puts her foot down. Learn more about broaching the subject of senior living communities with aging parents…
How to Find Care for an Elderly Loved One
Given that 80 to 85 percent of elders who need care are in crisis, it is fortunate that options for care for the elderly have grown considerably over the past decade. In addition, our ability to uncover and understand what these options entail continues to evolve. Today, we have access to a huge amount of information as well as an increasing number of resources to help guide us as we navigate a course to finding the best possible care. Learn more about how to find care for the elderly…