Elder Care ABC Created by caregivers for caregivers

By Joy Loverde
The modern day reality of long-distance caregiving is being limited in terms of relationships, time, distance, stamina, and skill. Here are a few tips from my book, The Complete Eldercare Planner on how to create a network of support from others who can help share the care and lighten our load:

By Joy Loverde
In the world of eldercare, the process of caring for aging parents and loved ones requires that we learn an entirely new set of sometimes confusing rules and roles. On any given day we’ll grapple with questions like who makes the decisions and who pays for what? We’ll also ride the emotional rollercoaster [...]

by Joy Loverde
Sharon has everything under control regarding the house sale. Her expertise as a seasoned real estate agent knows no limits, and she secured another buyer for Mom and Bill’s house immediately after the first buyer backed out and the house was once again on the market.
If you are moving a parent from long [...]

Part One in my “When the Time is Right” outlines the importance of using timing to your advantage when it comes to talking to aging parents and elderly loved ones about sensitive subjects. A well-timed conversation enhances the likelihood of being heard and reaching consensus.
Instead of having the door of communication shut closed, here are [...]

by Joy Loverde
With Bill resting comfortably at Signature Healthcare and Mom ever-so-close to realizing her dream of moving back to Chicago, nothing can stop me now. I can’t afford to let one more thing get in the way of this move.  I have been dealing with every family caregiving curve-ball imaginable… hospitalizations and illnesses, negative [...]

by Joy Loverde
You’ve probably heard the expression, “timing is everything.” That statement is especially true when it comes to talking to aging parents and elderly loved ones about sensitive subjects. A well-timed conversation enhances the likelihood of being heard and reaching consensus. Otherwise, trying to open a dialogue at a time and place [...]

by Joy Loverde
How much more can this 84-year old woman take?  As if a long-distance relocation was not enough to put someone over the edge at any age, the fact that Bill is now physically and mentally unstable may just do her in. Most people spend their energies watching the person who is sick and [...]

by Joy Loverde

Question:

I’ve been driving my mom’s vehicle for the past two years, and I take her wherever she needs to go. As her power of attorney (POA), since she is in the latter stages of Alzheimer’s, she will never drive again.
Can I put my name on the title of the car?  Can [...]