What to do with stubborn elderly parents—especially when parents don’t see themselves as being stubborn? Some say being stubborn is a generational trait of elderly parents. Elderly parents have done the same things year after year using the same habits. Why change... Read more
Becoming a caregiver for an aging parent may be a relationship that you accept but may not want. The role of caregiving for aging parents is unexpected. Caregiver responsibilities grow overnight. A previously stable, happy, life becomes fraught with frustration,... Read more
Interview with Dr. Susan Heitler, Clinical Psychologist (podcast 10:29 playing time) Click the Play button below to listen: Return to Family Relationships & Conflict Category Page Return to All Category Page Subscribers Click Below to... Read more
Initiating caregiving discussions with aging parents can be challenging. As an adult child, you may have attempted and failed. It’s time to try again with these proven tips. Initiating ongoing discussions about needed care and related concerns supports positive... Read more
By Pamela D. Wilson, MS, BS/BA, CG, CSA Do family care receivers experience gaps in the quality of care provided by family caregivers? A common belief is that family caregivers are the best caregivers. Perceptions exist that the relationship between the family... Read more
Family conflict occurs in many family caregiving situations when aging parents begin to need assistance. Disagreement occurs about which child should provide care. Which child has the most free time. Aging parents resist the idea of adult children managing their... Read more
The Caring Generation | | Family Relationships & Conflict
