Caregiving
Many parents expect that their children will take care of them when they get older, but the truth is, many children do not, according to what social workers tell us. Some people are surprised at this..…who doesn’t take care of their parents when they get old? A little research showed that more people than…
Read More A parent’s unexpected health event could precipitate an immediate need to get your hands on key information and secure valuables. Before something happens, it is a good time to talk to aging parents about what you may need to provide someday. Some parents are hesitant to discuss personal matters, even with their children. For insight…
Read More Released on September 13th, a report by the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine examines the challenges family caregivers currently face and what will be needed in the future. The report, “Families Caring for an Aging America,” offers a number of public policy recommendations to address the issues. The authors recommend a call to…
Read More Deloitte LLP, a professional services firm in the United States is beginning to offer paid leave for caregivers.
Read More Sometimes your loved one’s caregiver doesn’t always have their best interest in mind. It may be necessary to take the proper precautions to protect your loved one from potential financial fraud.
Read More A surprising number of people from the millennial generation are involved with caretaking. About 25 percent of caregivers in the United States are in the 18 to 34 age range and are facing unique challenges. They often have little or no experience with serious illness, with making important health care decisions or with dealing with…
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