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Children with strained relationships with their parents may hesitate to step into the caregiver role

When Parents Weren’t There For You: What Are Your Responsibilities?

There is a tie that binds the adult child to their parent, be it a sense of loyalty, duty or compassion. So how does the adult child provide care for their aging parent after this type of childhood? If you are in this situation, you may wonder if you should find it within yourself to take on the role of caregiver. But if you do, what will that role look like?

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By Lauri Scharf | 02/15/2021

People with high self-esteem tend to have better relationships and feel more secure around people

Self-Esteem Boosting Tips for Older Adults

Self-esteem is a person’s evaluation of their own worth. Simply put, it is what someone thinks of themself, whether positive or negative. Our concept of self-esteem begins in early childhood and is formed by the image we build for ourselves through experiences with people and different situations. The things we experience as a child initially form a foundation in shaping our self-esteem. Successes; failures; and how we are treated by members of our families, teachers, religious authorities, friends, etc., contribute to a basic sense of self.

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By Tamar Cooper | 02/15/2021

It's Okay to Feel: The Emotional Side of Caregiving

Let’s get real about the emotional side of caregiving. As a caregiver you may feel many different emotions: stress, fear, anger, resentment, joy. It’s important to remember that your feelings are valid and important, whether they’re good or bad feelings. This webinar will offer tips on coping with the various emotions you may face as a caregiver.

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By Lisa Weitzman | 02/03/2021

Washington Update

A discussion on developments in Washington DC, including the new Administration, 117th Congress and new majority in the Senate.

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By Orion Bell, Bob Blancato, Meredith Ponder Whitmire | 01/29/2021

A caregiver embracing an older loved one

Preparing for Taking on Caregiving Responsibilities

When preparing for big life events, many families like to come up with a plan. But when it comes to caregiving, many families are not as proactive, even though over 34 million Americans provide unpaid care to an adult age 50 or older. In fact, many families wait until a crisis happens to begin important discussions, which can leave them scrambling to figure out care options. When planning for our future caregiving responsibilities, or preparing our loved ones to take on our own care as we age, we should hold discussions about finances, as well as values and preferences to help develop a successful caregiving plan.

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By Sara Powers, PhD | 01/15/2021