Former Caregiver Wants to Protect Her Children From the Same Stress

Photo credit Meghan Holmes Dear Carol: I’m 62 and recovering from over a decade of heavy caregiving for my parents. During the last four years my mother, who had dementia, lived with me and it wasn't pretty. I’m terrified that this is how my life will end, not for myself but for my kids. Naturally, I’d like my kids to care about me, but I don’t want their lives consumed by my last years of potentially failing health. I don’t have much financially so I’ve never been able to afford long-term care insurance. What can I do to smooth the path for my kids? — KL. Continue reading on Inforum to learn more about steps you can take to help your own kids take care of you (with less stress): Support a caregiver or jump-start discussion in support groups with real stories - for bulk orders of Minding Our Elders e-mail Carol                  Related StoriesCaregiver for Spouse Feels Guilty About Trip Away with FriendsSandwhich Generation Mom Anxious About Everyone Needing HerHiring Parent Care Management Great Help with Long-Distance Care 
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