Caring for a demanding elderly parent can be both emotionally exhausting and deeply meaningful. Whether you're dealing with constant requests, resistance to help, or controlling behavior, the stress can take a toll on your well-being. In this post, I share practical strategies and personal insights to help you set boundaries, stay calm under pressure, and care with compassion, even on the hardest days. Learn how to balance your parent’s needs with your own, and give grace to them and yourself.

Depression in older adults is often misunderstood or overlooked, but it’s a serious condition that can greatly affect quality of life. In this blog post, I share my personal journey caring for my aging mother, the subtle signs of depression I began to notice, and tips for recognizing and managing depression. From changes in sleep and appetite to a growing sense of isolation, her experience taught me the importance of focusing not only on physical care but paying attention to the emotional wellbeing as well. Whether you're a family caregiver or simply seeking to understand more about geriatric depression, this post offers insights, practical tips, and a reminder that no one especially our elders should face this battle alone.

Both caregivers and their elderly loved ones are at higher risk of dehydration during the summer months. As we age, our sense of thirst diminishes. Medications or chronic conditions can further complicate fluid balance. This blog post include some simple but effective tips to help you and your loved one stay hydrated and safe all summer long

Caring for an aging parent is one of the most profound and challenging journeys a person can experience. In this heartfelt blog post, I share the hardest parts of being a caregiver for my mother — from watching her lose independence to navigating constant worry, guilt, isolation, and burnout. Through personal stories and honest reflections, I offer tips, encouragement, and practical advice for family caregivers facing similar struggles. If you’re caring for an elderly loved one and searching for support, self-care strategies, and real talk about the emotional weight of caregiving, this post is for you.

Five opportunities that can arise from caregiving of a parent or elderly loved one.

Caring for my aging mother has been one of the most humbling, challenging and transformative experiences of my life. In this post, I share five powerful lessons I’ve learned on this caregiving journey.

As the caregiver of an aging parent, it often feels like parenting you own parent. This role reversal requires care and thought to maintain your relationship with your parent. This blog includes five essential tips for navigating this journey.