Caregiver Community Forum

What's the best way to talk to my siblings about splitting up responsibilities caring for our parents?

Can someone explain the difference between a will and a trust?

Really trying to get Mom's affairs in order and I'm totally lost. I know we need either a will or a trust, but I can't figure out which is best. We're not rich or anything, just want to make sure everything's taken care of properly. Is one easier to set up than the other? Any help would be appreciated!

How do I bring up the topic of nursing home with my mother who's not keen on the idea?

How do I have that tough talk about end-of-life wishes with my loved one?

I've been putting this off for months, but I know I need to talk to my mom about her end-of-life wishes. Just thinking about it makes my stomach churn. But I also know it's important to know what she wants. Any advice would be really appreciated.

How do you make sure your family member's long-term care is covered by their health insurance?

Folks, I'm drowning in paperwork trying to figure out my spouse insurance coverage for long-term care. It feels like I need a law degree to understand all this jargon. I'm terrified we'll end up with huge bills because I missed some fine print somewhere.

What can I do about caregiver burnout?

Are there any online support groups for younger caregivers?

Hello I am a caregiver in my late 20s and while I am aware of support groups on Facebook, Reddit and here :) I would love to connect with other caregivers who are closer to my age Does any one know of any?

How do I find a good lawyer to help me draft a will, and what should I be looking for?

Alright folks, I've been putting this off way too long, but I know I need to get my will sorted out. Problem is, I have no clue how to find a decent lawyer for this kinda thing. I'm not rich or anything, just want to make sure my kids don't fight over my stuff when I'm gone.

How can I keep myself and my parent safe if they start showing violent behavior because of dementia?

Can I get paid for taking care of my veteran dad? What do I gotta do to apply for those benefits?

So, I've been taking care of my dad (he's a Vietnam vet) pretty much full-time for the past year. It's been tough financially since I had to cut back my work hours. Someone mentioned there might be a way to get paid for being his caregiver through the VA, but I have no clue how to even start with that. Any info would be a huge help - we could really use the extra income.