“I Promised My Parents I'd Never Put Them in a Nursing Home”

Photo credit Richard James Caregiving is a job that is full of ups and downs. Many of us take on this role out of love and concern. But as care needs increase, the pressure ramps up and we are faced with difficult care decisions. Many of us promised in good faith, back when our loved ones were younger and healthier, that we would never put them in a nursing home. That would be like abandoning them. If need be, it’s our pledge to care for them ourselves until the end. Continue reading for about how we often make the well-meaning mistake of promising not to place a parent in a care facility: Egosan wants to help you live your life fully: Try Egosan premium underwear for discrete, dignified protection. For 20% off your first order on Amazon use promo Code: 20CAREGIVERS. General caregiving or incontinence questions? We’re here to help with ASK CAROL.  She has an additional 10% discount for you. ***Egosan’s PEFC certification guarantees that their products are from sustainable, managed forests, recycled, and controlled sources              Related StoriesWhat to Do When an Older Adult Refuses to Bathe and Change Their ClothesMinimizing Grief for a Surviving Spouse with DementiaTransitioning Care from Family to Facility 
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