Rhode Island

Home Instead Senior Care provides non medical home care services for seniors in Rhode Island and the elderly who choose to live at home instead. Please call us for more information on our in-home care services at 401-667-2923.

Important Decisions You Should Talk About With Your Family

When it comes to caring for aging parents there are a lot of things you must keep in mind. Discuss the following topics in a calm manner, keeping in mind your parents may find some of the subjects private.

•    Family inheritances
•    Finances
•    End of life issues
•    Estate Planning
•    Caring for Your Parent

The 50-50 Rule

Caring for your aging parents can be a difficult process. There are some methods for handling this difficult subject. Problems can arise between you and your parents or you and your siblings. The 50-50 rule refers to how you should divide the labor between you and your siblings. It also is the average age a child has to start thinking about options for their parents’ future.

Questions You May Come Across When Caring for an Aging Parent

It is very common to feel overwhelmed when it comes to caring for someone who spent their life caring for you. There are some questions to keep in mind when it comes to making arrangements for eldercare including:

•    What is the best way to divide the workload between your siblings?
•    How do you reach agreements on important topics with your family?
•    What is the best way to build teamwork among your family?
•    How do you avoid family conflict?

For more information check out this site. (http://www.caregiverstress.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/The-50-50-Rule-Helping-Siblings-Overcome-Conflict.pdf)