The biggest challenge a caregiver can face...

The biggest challenge a caregiver can face is balancing what is best for the person being cared for and what is best for the caregiver, says Becky Beanblossom, president of Home Instead Senior Care. Her advice for this challenge? “Sometimes as a caregiver we have to realize that these two things might be at odds,” she says.

6 tips on making care decisions for your loved one

People between the ages of 50 and 70 often find themselves assuming the role of caretaker between their own children, grandchildren, and their aging parents. These baby boomers have become health care decision makers for their parents, and sudden life-threatening events can demand immediate attention and responsibility. Ruth W. Cocker, an author and expert on recovery from trauma and personal tragedy, offers some tips on how to navigate decision-making strategies in an aging parent’s time of need.