Neglect or Abuse: Caring for Aging Parents Who Didn ’t Care for You

Photo credit Abigail Keenan Initially, she felt that her experience was unusual. After all, we mostly hear about family caregivers who are forced to choose between their careers and quality time with their spouses, children, and friends when parents’ needs begin increasing. What Nancy didn’t know—and many caregivers don’t—is that countless adult children grapple with the impossible decision of whether to care for parents who were unsupportive, neglectful, and/or downright abusive. A Daughter’s Attempt to Reconcile a History of Abuse... Continue reading on Agingcare for insight into how to manage the challenges of caring (or not) for older parents who were neglectful or abusive: Minding Our Elders: Caregivers Share Their Personal Stories. “I hold onto your book as a life preserver and am reading it slowly on purpose...I don't want it to end.” ...Craig William Dayton, Film Composer Egosan wants to help you live your life fully: Try Egosan premium underwear for discrete, dignified protection. For 20% off your first order use promo Code: 20CAREGIVERS.              Related StoriesKeeping Older Adults Busy and Active: Some IdeasAdult Day Service Can Fill a Gap for Seniors and Their CaregiversCaregiver or Care Partner? What Evolving Terminology Means for Now 
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