Caring for Our Aging Parents

An elder mediator and author helps siblings negotiate care for Mom and Dad

by: Sally Abrahms, from: AARP Bulletin, August 4, 2011

When we were younger, cocktail party conversation used to quickly turn to talk about the kids or work. But today, at least for boomers and the older crowd, casual chatter is quickly being replaced with heart-to-hearts about the challenges of caring for aging parents or in-laws. You might have only just met this person or barely know them, but there you are, exchanging confidences, or hinting, about thorny family dynamics! … Back to Article

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