Introduction What does "caring" involve?
Chapter 1 Caring concerns
When will it all begin?
From your perspective
The sandwich factor
Handling sensitive conversations
Family dynamics
Long-distance caring
Chapter 2 Promoting successful active aging
Redefining "old"
Positive thinking
They are adults
The new retirement: the third life
Caring concerns in action
Chapter 3 Health and wellness
Wellness is today’s goal
Confronting health fears
What the diagnosis means to your caregiving
1. Alzheimer′s Disease
2. Arthritis
3. Cancer
4. Depression
5. Heart disease and stroke
6. Osteoporosis
Health care expectations
Home care
Chapter 4 Aging in place: to stay or not to stay?
Anticipating a change fosters independence
Getting advice for informed decisions
Housing choices
Moving to a 24-hour care facility
Chapter 5 Financing the future
Where′s the money coming from?
How much will it cost?
Financial strategies to shoulder the cost
Chapter 6 Legal issues and estate planning
Legally speaking
Mental incapacity
Estate planning
Elder abuse, financial abuse and avoiding scams
Chapter 7 Anticipating crisis
You are not alone
Your emergency response system
The final crisis
Chapter 8 Adjusting to change
Permanent adjustments
Adjusting to disability or physical frailty
Adjusting to a move
Adjusting to health care and home care
Adjusting to caregiving
Chapter 9 Life goes on
Loving, laughing, living
Care management: living the plan
Planning the work
Resolving conflicts
Chapter 10 The aftermath of caring
The day after
It is your turn next
About the author
Appendix 1: Researching issues relevant to your parents′ needs
Good starting points
Appendix 2: Community resources
Where to find help in your community
Appendix 3: Sample worksheets
Worksheet #1: The Basics
Worksheet #2: The Larger Issues
