Desperate Sisters do Desperate Things!
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Would you hire her if she were not your sister?
I was my parents’ principal caregiver for ten years. I have first-hand experience in helping aging parents, dealing with family dynamics, protecting parents from elder abuse and working with public and private organizations.
Do you have a question for me? Please email your questions to: mary@caregivingmatters.ca
An important note: I love answering your questions, but I also encourage you to seek professional legal, financial, or medical assistance.
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Would you hire her if she were not your sister?
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Their childish behave should not be tolerated.
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Pick a theme to talk about.
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What would she do if you did not live close by? It would be all on her shoulders to manage won’t it?
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“Many seniors give into their adult children’s wishes too much. They see us as weak and easy to persuade.”
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Do you remember this expression from when we were kids? Well, my brother is the liar.
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My question is about money. I know I spend some of my own money on things for him and forget to ask him for the money.
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I am so worried for my Dad. He is 83 and still driving. How can I persuade him to give up driving? It would be safer for him and everyone in his town.
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Is that how people will remember you, on your death bed?
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I try and take care of my parents and there are many times when I wish I could share what is happening to them and me with my husband. He does not want to hear anything about what is going on.