Category Archives for Aging Parent Issues
How Do I Know if Mom Has Alzheimer’s?
This article was originally posted on Easy Living. I’ve noticed Mom is increasingly forgetful. Is this just normal aging? How do I know if Mom has Alzheimer’s? And, what’s the difference between
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Three Signs Your Aging Dad’s Stubbornness Could Kill Him
Perhaps your Dad’s always been a bit set in his ways. We get it, lots of Dads have a stubborn streak. They’re often fiercely independent, survivors and leaders throughout their lives. For these Dads,
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Strategies To Cope When Life Gets Difficult
Let’s face it – sometimes, life throws just one too many curve balls. It happens to all of us – one day the totally unexpected happens that catches you by surprise. Suddenly, in
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Ageism: It’s Not Good For Anyone
This was a post I saw in Senior Planning Services, talking about ageism and how it’s bad for everyone in America. I hope you find it as interesting as I did. Please share your comments after reading
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Long Distance Caregiving: Should You Move Closer To Home?
The stress makes it feel like an impossible decision. Should you remain where you live now as a long distance caregiver – or should you move closer to your aging parents? Should you give up your
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Being a Caregiver Can Be Good For You
Caregivers take heart, research is showing that caring for others is good for you! It’s a tough job, that’s for sure, but there are significant benefits being found. An article at Time.com reported
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Aging: Expectations and Reality
Aging. Getting old. What does that really mean? Think back to when you were young – and think about what you hear from young people today. There is such a stigma in America about getting old. So let’s
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Traditions and Memories are the Treasures of the Holidays
Some of us can name the traditions our families have for the holidays. Some people can’t, but they are there, aren’t they? There are some things that we do every year and whether we say they are traditions
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What Kind of Gift Does Grandma or Grandpa Need or Want?
Chances are that Grandma and Grandpa both have more slippers, ties, hankies, and robes than they ever expect to use in the next decade. And, chances are that they don’t want one more thing that will
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Boomers Take on the Third Age
In the Tolkien Lord of the Rings, the Third Age was a time of all-out war. Now, in the 21st century, the Third Age has a different meaning. It is the time of life for those 55+. Now, that means a lot of
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