How do I convince Mom or Dad to have assistance?
This is one of the biggest challenges care givers face. Mom or dad is getting frail, want to remain in their home, and do not want anyone (besides family) coming over to help. You research options, and find some good ones. This might include: meal delivery, home health aid assistance, house cleaning, in the home, or may mean a move to a place where care is included, such as assisted living. These all sound like good, helpful options to you, but your parent refuses. This leaves you providing their care, and worrying that it is not enough, or how they are doing when you are [...]