Caring for the Caregiver

It is hard to be an adult child caring for an aging parent. It is equally hard to be an aging parent being cared for by an adult child. In this guide, you will hear from seniors who share what they wanted — and what they got — from their adult children.

Take a closer look at the five most common caregiver personalities — and why it matters.

Here is a look at seven common emotions caregivers often experience throughout the caregiver journey.

Learn more about the contributing factors behind why adult children experience caregiver guilt. 

Being a family caregiver can be challenging at times. Here's common warning signs to pay attention to so you don't burnout. 

Caring for the caregiver is sometimes the last thing on a caregiver's mind, but one of the most important aspects of providing the best care possible. 

Lisa Carter was her father’s primary caregiver. When she went out of town for a week, her sister stepped in. That was the turning point. Now the sibling understood just how hard caregiving can be — and that something had to change. Lisa shares her story.

Some days you might feel guilty because you want your responsibilities as a caregiver to end. Other days you might feel guilty because you think you are not doing a good enough job as a caregiver. Fortunately, caregiving does not have to be a guilt-ridden experience. 

Caring for an aging loved one can be one of the most rewarding experiences. It can also be one of the most stressful and overwhelming.