Look at Competency Rather Than Age When Wondering How Much Help Older Adults Need

Photo credit Esther Wiegardt Dear Carol: I’m a new reader so maybe you’ve written about this topic, but I’ll ask anyway. My mom’s 78 and my dad’s 82. They seem to be doing great. For example, they recently updated their legal documents, and they’re open with me about their end-of-life wishes. They tell me that if one of them dies, I should help the survivor manage their finances. This is all good and I’m grateful, but I read so many articles about adult children missing red flags about parental health that I constantly wonder if I should already be doing more. How do I know? - DL Continue reading on Inforum for more insight into how well-meaning adult children can determine when/if their older parents need help: 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 Request a free sample from Egosancares.com Need incontinence support for yourself or someone else? Try Egosan’s Incontinence Support Group on Facebook 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 StoriesCaring for someone with incontinence? Check out these helpful resourcesMeet Egosan: Distinctive design for an intima...
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