Insights for Adult Children of Aging Parents

Supporting an aging parent is one of the most emotionally challenging experiences an adult child will ever face.

Every ...

If you're supporting an aging parent, chances are you've found yourself thinking something like this:

"My situation is ...

Have you ever walked away from a conversation with your aging parent feeling completely defeated? 

You explained.

You ...

One of the strangest things about life is how much preparation we do for certain roles.

We prepare to leave home.

We p...

Many adult children spend years trying to get their aging parent to make better choices.

They encourage healthier eatin...

If you're supporting an aging parent and feel like you're on an emotional rollercoaster, you've probably heard some vers...

A few days ago, my car broke down on the freeway.

At the same time, my dog’s health has been declining quickly. I am in...

Maybe the conversation started with something practical.

A doctor’s appointment.

Missed medication.

A dent in the car...

There is a part of aging parent care that almost nobody talks about honestly.

People talk about the appointments.
The l...

Supporting an aging parent is often described as stressful, overwhelming, and emotionally exhausting. And while all of t...