Do you want to talk to your spouse about retirement, but you aren’t sure how to start the conversation? Or maybe you have tried to talk to them, but it never went anywhere? Keep reading some helpful tips to get the conversation started and start planning for your future.
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Are you afraid your parent is going to get hurt because dementia is making it unsafe for her to drive? Keep reading to find out how to know when you need to take the keys, and for 6 tips to get her to stop driving.
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Losing a spouse is one of the hardest things you’ll ever experience. Life after loss might feel empty, and you’re struggling to find your purpose now they’re gone. Keep reading to learn how to reconnect with the world after losing a spouse.
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Aging alone without help from a spouse or children is scary. What are you going to do if something happens to you and you get hurt and need help? Learn how to combat isolation as an elder orphan by creating a support system…
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Does your mom or dad need to downsize and part with some of their possessions? Learn how to convince your aging parent to declutter their house in 7 simple steps, and learn what to do when nothing you say works.
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Balancing dementia and relationships with family members can be hard — especially when young kids are involved. Keep reading to learn 8 ways that you can help your grandkids maintain their relationship with Grandma now that she has dementia.
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Are you finding it difficult to get help as an elder orphan? Are you worried about who will help you in the event of a medical emergency? Keep reading to learn how to plan for your future aging alone and discover ways to build a buddy system.
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Is traveling with dementia safe for your loved one? You want to visit family and friends, but the safety of your loved one comes first. Keep reading to find out how you can know if it’s ok to travel and get 8 tips to make it less stressful.
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Your parent’s house tends to smell like urine and feces when you visit. Their pet looks a little thin, and the water bowl is often empty. Should you start the conversation about re-homing their pet? Keep reading for advice about elderly parents and pets.
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Have you found yourself aging without family support? Are you worried about who will give you a lift to the doctor or take care of you as you age? Keep reading for advice on planning your future as an elder orphan.
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Is your spouse following you around everywhere you go after their dementia diagnosis? Do you feel like you’re suffocating from the lack of personal space? Dementia shadowing is common. Keep reading to learn ways to minimize it and gain back some privacy.
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Your parent has lost the love of their life, and you don’t know what to do to help. They keep to themselves, and you find them crying alone often. You’re worried and don’t know what to do. Keep reading for tips to help your mom or dad grieve their spouse.
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