“There’s no way around it,” she says. Accepting that reality is helpful, as is cherishing what good moments they have. She ...

“Having witnessed their parents lose homes during economic downturns, they’re prioritizing practical multigenerational ...

As a mom who thinks about my children's future responsibilities, I find the latest research on caregiving particularly eye-opening. A new University of Missouri study confirms what many have suspected ...

— -- Last July, Julie Baldocchi's mother had a massive stroke and was paralyzed. Baldocchi suddenly had to become a family caregiver, something that she wasn't prepared for. "I was flying by the ...

Navigating the role reversal that comes with caring for an aging parent is hard. What questions do I ask? How can I prepare myself, and my parent? LAist's daily news program "AirTalk" asked listeners ...

For weeks, headlines centered on the mysterious deaths of 95-year-old Gene Hackman, who had advanced Alzheimer's disease, and his wife and primary caregiver, Betsy Arakawa. They were found days after ...

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As our parents age, they will likely rely on us more. Tasks like taking care of chores around the house, driving, or cooking may become harder as their bodies slow down and they become less mobile.

Most of us wish our parents would live as long as humanly possible, but some challenges arise if our wishes come true. While every individual is different, advanced aging usually brings about mobility ...

As parents age, many children find themselves caring for a loved one. However, with the aging process comes a package of financial, physical and mental responsibilities. Pete talks to Mary Cordova, of ...

By Rollin Grams, Bible and Mission. In our day, care for the elderly is an ethical issue that looms large for families and ...