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5 Simple Fixes to Make Your Aging Parent’s Home Safer (Without a Renovation)
When it comes to helping our aging parents live independently, the home they’ve lived in for years can slowly become a minefield of...
Managing Grief and Mother's Day, as a Motherless Daughter
Mother’s Day is here, with the flowers, brunch menus and sea of greeting cards. But for those of us whose moms are no longer living, this...
The Gift of Rest: Why a Weighted Blanket Is the Perfect Mother’s Day Gift for Aging Moms
Mother’s Day is more than just a date on the calendar, it’s a reminder to celebrate the quiet strength, endless love, and lifelong...
What Are the First Steps I Should Take When an Aging Parent Gets a Scary Diagnosis?
Receiving a serious medical diagnosis for a parent is a life-altering moment. Whether it's cancer, dementia, heart disease, or another...
When Aging Parents Resist Help: Understanding Their Concerns and Encouraging Acceptance
As caregivers, it's common to encounter resistance from aging parents when offering assistance. Phrases like "I'm fine, I don't need any...
Don’t Wait for the Chaos: How to Tackle Clearing Out Your Parents’ Home Over Time
Let’s talk about something no one likes to think about… but everyone in the sandwich generation eventually has to face. Clearing out your...
Red Flags to Watch For With Aging Parents This Easter Weekend
Easter weekend often brings sweet moments filled with colorful eggs, too much chocolate, family laughter, and stories around the table....
How working from home can impact your mental health as a caregiver
The Mental Health Impact of Working from Home in the Sandwich Generation—and How to Cope For those in the sandwich generation—caring for...
5 Essential Tips for Keeping Your Schedule Balanced
Navigating life as part of the “sandwich generation” is no easy feat. Balancing work, parenting, and caregiving for aging parents often...
Managing Chronic Pain While Juggling Family and Caregiving in the Sandwich Generation
For individuals in the sandwich generation—those simultaneously caring for young children and aging parents—managing chronic pain can...
Gifts for Aging Loved Ones…that aren’t insulting to receive.
5 thoughtful gift ideas for aging loved ones that support their needs without feeling insulting. These gifts are designed to be...
Elderly Home Care: Reducing Anxiety for the Sandwich Generation by Making the Right Decision
Caring for aging parents can be one of the most challenging responsibilities for those in the sandwich generation. Our unique group, typical
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