Chapter 12. Dealing with Eldercare
In this chapter:
Integrating eldercare responsibilities into your schedule
Managing your elder's medical care
Knowing where to go for assistance
More people are living longer lives. This advance has resulted in more people who must care for both their children and their parents—the so-called “sandwich generation.” In many ways, caring for an elderly relative is no different than caring for any other family member: It's a simple matter of making sure someone takes care of the elder's needs and wants.
On the other hand, several aspects of eldercare set it apart from child care or personal care:
A role reversal takes place. Many people—whether the person needing care or the person providing care—find it difficult ...
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