Caring for Aging Parents

Your Compassionate Guide to Regain Sanity, Reclaim Peace of Mind, and Restore Life Balance to Avoid Burnout

By: Elizabeth Roth

Narrated by: Jacki Giardina

Length: 3 hrs and 25 mins

Publisher's summary

Find balance, peace, and sanity in the midst of caring for your aging parents: discover the secrets to managing the emotional, physical, and financial tolls of being a caregiver.

• Do you find yourself stretched too thin between caring for your children and your aging parents?
• Do you feel overwhelmed juggling the financial, emotional, and physical demands of it all?
• Are you looking for ways to take care of yourself while meeting the needs of everyone around you?

Perhaps you want to provide the best care for your parents but don't know where to start. Maybe you're an only child or the only person close by and responsible for your parent's needs... Or maybe you've been putting off taking action because it just feels too overwhelming.

Whatever the case may be, the challenge of caregiving is real. The endless tasks, complex decisions, and emotional distress can wear you down, not to mention the legal, financial, and medical aspects you may not even want to acknowledge... But know that you are not alone in this journey.

Being your parents’ caregiver doesn’t mean you have to feel overwhelmed and run down 24/7. You can take care of yourself while providing the best care for your aging parents–and you’ll find out how right here.

©2023 Heidi Bodanis (P)2023 Heidi Bodanis

Finding peace throughout the chaos

This was a lovely listen, a beautiful companion that opened my eyes to what I can expect in the years to come, and also how to prepare and take care of myself as I become a carer for my ageing mother. Covering everything from financial matters to well-being tools, it is a great book to guide you through this journey.

A Compassionate Guide

This audiobook Caring for Aging Parents - Your Compassionate Guide to Regain Sanity, Reclaim Peace of Mind, and Restore Life Balance to Avoid Burnout was such an incredible guide and resource for anyone who is caring for aging parents. The author does a wonderful job of explaining the emotional, physical, and financial toll of being a caregiver, while also finding balance, peace, and sanity. I especially appreciated the emphasis on self-care and avoiding burnout that was highlighted in the audiobook. It was essential to have solid plans of action to protect my parents and their wishes, and I found the open and honest dialogue included in the audiobook to be invaluable for navigating legal and financial matters. The narrator's voice is easy to listen to, and I can confidently recommend this audiobook to anyone who is grappling with the immense weight of caregiving for parents who are getting older.

Highly Recommended

This book provides valuable insights and knowledge on various aspects of caring for aging parents which includes tips on managing their physical and emotional needs, ensuring their safety, and enhancing their quality of life.

The book further offers strategies for self-care, stress management techniques, and ways to prevent caregiver burnout.

Overall, the book equips the reader with valuable knowledge and practical advice to navigate the challenges of caring for ageing parents with compassion, understanding, and resilience.

REAL & EMPOWERING

Being the Caretaker of a parent with Alzheimer’s, all points in this book resonated deeply with me. This author did a commendable job assessing all aspects of the Caregiver’s challenge. Problems & their resolutions are beautifully presented here with the perfect balance of sensitivity & realism.
Readers will be guided through pertinent areas of caregiving including home safety, financial planning, long term care, & adapting to the cognitive changes in their loved one. Additionally, light is shed on coping skills to mitigate stress & how to regain “life-balance.”
This book is a must read for any Caregiver, as it brings invaluable information on how to adapt, endure & keep feeding Love into this circumstance
…Love of Parent…& Love of Self.

Excellent book. Valuable information.
Very well done.

AMAZING AND BEAUTIFUL READ!!

Reading Elizabeth's "Caring for Aging Parents" was a complete joy. Elizabeth does a fantastic job of providing readers with a well-balanced mixture of helpful advice, emotional support, and practical advice as they navigate the challenging process of caring for an aging loved one.
I truly valued her storytelling style because it made it possible for me to relate to the experiences of others who had faced similar difficulties to me in real life. The book contains a wealth of useful advice and methods.
This book should be listened to whether you are currently caring for a loved one or will in the near future since it will help you make sure you are able to care for yourself so you can care for others.

Caring for Aging Parents

Caring for Aging Parents:
Your Compassionate Guide to Regain Sanity, Reclaim Peace of Mind, and Restore Life Balance to Avoid Burnout
This audiobook is here to help you navigate the challenges of caring for your aging loved ones with a friendly and reassuring tone. It provides practical advice and addresses the emotional, physical, and financial tolls of caregiving. The author empathizes with the struggles faced by caregivers, whether they are juggling responsibilities between children and aging parents or feeling overwhelmed by it all. Through personal stories and expert insights, you'll find solace, guidance, and actionable steps to navigate the complexities of caregiving. Remember, taking care of yourself is just as important, and the audiobook emphasizes the significance of self-care. With a warm and comforting narrator, this engaging resource will empower you on your caregiving journey. Whether you're the sole caregiver or part of a support network, rest assured that you are not alone in this challenging yet meaningful role. Right here, you'll find valuable tools and reassurance.

A Lesson for Early Preparation

This book serves a great lesson for individuals like me that are not quite at this stage of our lives yet to start thinking about early preparation. I also really appreciated the examples of early signs of dementia that were given that need to be taken seriously as red flags. Not only for my father as he ages, but later on for me and my wife’s own cognition.

Empathy Meets Practical Guidance

An absolute essential for anyone stepping into the caregiving role. 'Caring for Aging Parents' is not only comprehensive but also deeply empathetic. It's clear the author speaks from both knowledge and experience, seamlessly blending practical guidance with genuine understanding. While it's particularly valuable for the sandwich generation, I believe any caregiver will find solace and direction within its chapters. The emphasis on self-care and preventing burnout is a poignant reminder that taking care of oneself is just as crucial. A truly compassionate guide amidst the overwhelming journey of caregiving.

Compassionate Guidance Caring for Aging Parents

"Caring for Aging Parents" is a heartfelt audiobook that provides invaluable guidance and support for those navigating the often challenging journey of caring for elderly loved ones. This empathetic and informative resource offers a compassionate voice to anyone facing the complexities of aging, health, and family dynamics.

🌼 The audiobook delves into a wide range of topics, from understanding age-related health issues to effective communication strategies and legal considerations. It's a comprehensive and practical guide that empowers listeners with knowledge and resources to provide the best possible care for their aging parents. The narrator's soothing and empathetic tone makes this audiobook not only an informative resource but also a comforting companion for those facing the emotional and logistical challenges of caregiving. Whether you're just beginning this journey or are already deeply involved in caring for aging parents, this audiobook offers valuable insights and support to help you navigate this important chapter of life with grace and compassion. 👵👴💕

A Heartfelt Odyssey Through the Aging Mind

In this captivating audiobook, the author embarks on an emotionally charged journey, igniting a profound connection with listeners from the very start. The narrative commences with a poignant reflection on a Dr's visit, where the author grapples with the weighty decisions surrounding her mother's rapid weight loss and the necessity of assisted living.

What truly sets this audiobook apart is the author's ability to breathe life into their personal experiences, offering a refreshing and deeply relatable perspective on the complexities of aging minds. As the story unfolds, we are drawn into the author's world, where they unravel the mysteries and intricacies of cognitive decline. Their raw and honest account of watching cherished family memories slip away, like the dent in a vintage car, strikes a chord with anyone who has witnessed a loved one's struggle with memory loss.

The audiobook becomes a compassionate and informative companion for those navigating the turbulent waters of emotional and challenging times. With every word, it extends a comforting hand to those in need, transforming into a steadfast and understanding friend. In this moving narrative, the author weaves together threads of empathy, knowledge, and support, creating an audiobook that is nothing short of extraordinary.