Managing Family Dynamics

Improve holiday visits with seniors by preparing family for changes. Feeling surprised by physical decline may cause rudeness, arguments, unwanted behavior.

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Prepare Family Before Holiday Visits with Seniors

Holiday gatherings can be a time of shocking updates Many families only get together a couple of times a year...

Why some family doesn’t help with caregiving and how to overcome their excuses and get them to help.

Managing Family Dynamics

Overcome 3 Excuses from Relatives Who Avoid Caregiving

Caregivers need more help and support Many caregivers take on more responsibility for their older adult than others in their...

3 ways to respond to caregiver criticism that changes the conversation and reduces future criticism

Managing Family Dynamics

3 Effective Ways to Respond to Caregiver Criticism

Try a more effective response to caregiver criticism Getting criticized is unpleasant – especially from family or friends who don’t...

when siblings don't help with aging parents

Managing Family Dynamics

6 Ways to Improve the Situation When Siblings Don’t Help with Aging Parents

Managing caregiving with siblings can be frustrating When caring for parents, conflicts with siblings are frustrating and stressful for the...

caregiving and sibling relationships

Managing Family Dynamics

Caregiving with Siblings: 5 Tips for Working Together

Caregiving can strain sibling relationships For some families, working with siblings to care for aging parents can be almost as...

communicating effectively with seniors

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How to Communicate Effectively with Seniors to Make Important Conversations Easier

Communicating with seniors is essential, but can be frustrating Caring for an older adult is all about communication. It’s essential...

Get tips for how to make caregiving with siblings easier

Managing Family Dynamics

3 Tips for Managing Caregiving with Siblings

Caring for parents may cause resentment toward siblings Caring for aging parents can get more complicated when siblings need to...

When elderly parents refuse help, focus on these things to help them accept it

Managing Family Dynamics

What To Do When Aging Parents Refuse Help They Need

Even when aging parents clearly need assistance with everyday household or personal tasks, they may still resist suggestions to get...

Get tips for talking with aging parents who won’t listen

Managing Family Dynamics

How to Communicate With an Aging Parent Who Won’t Listen

Talking with an older adult about sensitive subjects like aging and necessary lifestyle changes can be tricky. To make those...

Holding caregiver family meetings helps everyone work better together to care for an older adult

Managing Family Dynamics

Caregiver Family Meetings: 5 Keys to Success

Caring for seniors is a group effort When an older adult needs care, it affects everyone in the family. That’s...

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