It’s All Relative archives
A monthly column about caring for and staying connected with aging parents.
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Home care is a demanding gig in which a healthy, happy employee-employer relationship is crucial. The journey begins with respect and clarity.
- 2
Learning the hard way the importance of doing due diligence when hiring a caregiver for an elderly parent.
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For adult children of seniors playing the dating game, there can be surprise. Then worries.
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Grown children of elderly parents often find that a third party can ease family tensions.
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For grown children of elderly parents living at home or in a care facility, the holidays are an excellent time to look for signs of trouble.
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If you can be flexible and adapt, the family bonds can grow even stronger.
- 7
Retired dental surgeon Gene Schklair used to concentrate on giving people a nice smile; now he concentrates on giving art patrons something to smile about.
- 8
The behavior appears to be increasing, particularly among elders. The pack-rat mentality can be carried to extremes, and it’s tricky to address.
- 9
The e-mail alert shouted its message: “Missing Person with Alzheimer’s. PLEASE HELP.”
- 10
Depression can tarnish the golden years. But recognizing symptoms and finding help can restore the glow.
- 11
At the Arleta facility, which caters to Japanese American retirees, residents can mix, mingle and tend their own gardens. The center is one of many that caters to niche communities, from gays to alum to artists.
- 12
It can be a tough thing to tell a parent. First, do some research. Second, choose your words carefully.
