How to Care for a Parent Without Losing Your Career
How to balance caregiving and a career: talking to your employer, using FMLA, sharing the load, and paying for outside help.
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Signs a Parent Needs More Help at Home
The signs that an aging parent may need more help at home, what to do when you notice them, and where to find support.
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The First 30 Days After a Parent’s Fall or Hospital Stay
What to do in the first 30 days after a parent's fall or hospital stay: discharge, what Medicare covers, help at home, and preventing another fall.
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How to Divide Caregiving Between Siblings
How siblings can share caring for an aging parent: holding a family meeting, dividing tasks by strengths, and handling disagreements.
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How to Talk to Your Parents About Long-Term Care
How to start the conversation with aging parents about care: when to bring it up, what to ask, and what to do if they resist.
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Can Long-Term Care Insurance Pay a Family Member as a Caregiver?
Some long-term care policies can pay a family member to provide care. Here's how it works, what's required, and what to discuss first.
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Questions to Ask Before Hiring In-Home Care
What to ask a home care agency or independent caregiver before hiring: screening, training, costs, scheduling, and red flags.
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How to Choose the Right Caregiver for Yourself or Someone You Love
How to choose a caregiver: match the person to the need, include the person receiving care, vet carefully, set it up in writing, and know the red flags.
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