Author: Doris Shaw

Publisher:

Published: 2013-05-22

Total Pages: 138

ISBN-13: 9781482713893

My Parent's Keeper When the roles are reversed and you are the one to make the decisions for your parents, it is hard if you have no idea where you are going. Sometimes it is thrust upon us and we are unprepared for the situation. I have some topics you should contemplate before they happen. 1. Communication 2. What is best for them Can they live alone 3. Get your ducks in a Row A job is not finished until the paper work is complete 4. Appropriate care Selecting a facility 1. Money management 2. Closing the house 3. Final farewells Make the best of the situation by being informed. I have been where you are and have had good and bad results. Learn as much as you can before you need it. My Parents Keeper a self help book for those who are responsible for the care of their parents, spouse or some other person. It gives insight into what to expect and helpful hints. Make the best of the situation by being informed. I have been where you are and have had good and bad results. Learn as much as you can before you need Subject: some advice I am putting in book As long as your parent is capable of caring for self, There is nothing you can do. Are you prepared to step in when The necessity arises? It is their life, you can't live it. LISTEN to what parent wants. Really listen. You don't have to agree Be sure their basic needs are taken care of. Check the cabinets for food. (My book deals with parents who live with a child.) You have to have someone to talk too about this. Communicate with spouse and children so you are on the same page. Family should help but expect them to make excuses. Have someone to talk to can make the going easier. Make time for yourself, even if you must hire someone to stay with your parent. If you did not have a good relationship with your parent before, don't expect it to magically get better. It is your decision. Do what is best for your and your parent. Don't second guess yourself. You need a break. Get your family's support but don't be surprised if they make excuses. Ask for help. Old friends could be willing to sit for a while so you can run errands. See what help is available. Do your homework.