Mikey C | Rookie Caregiver
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lexy_veee :
And then there’s the aging parents that spent a lifetime abusing their kid and then expecting we rescue & fix everything
2026-08-14 03:46:28
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JudyT81 :
Nurse here… by experience I can tell you if there are multiple siblings, there is always only 1 that gets stuck with the care and support. The others
2026-08-19 15:56:59
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Boatdock :
I gave up my life at 29 to move back home to take care of my mom. I get zero help, my future is fucked, I’m unhireable. And my family calls me a loser. Fun stuff. I’m thinking of writing a book.
2026-08-14 04:11:21
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Cheegy :
We have to find solutions because this will be US in a little bit!
2026-09-23 17:19:50
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AskMe | IKnow :
I love having my Mother with us. If I have to take care of her, clean her bathroom and room, wash her clothes, and whatever is needed. We are blessed to be there for her when she needs support. I guess I see it totally different. Yes, it's hard, but my mother deserves to have a safe and loving home with her family. She isn't a burden. My husband, daughter and pet all make sure her needs are met. My extended family also love on their Gma, Nana, aunt, sister, cousins, sons, daughter and friends. Her village is strong. She has always been a hoot and it shows by the outpouring of support she ushers. I just wanted to share my experience being my dear mother's caregiver.
2026-08-14 04:54:50
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WillieIV :
They voted for Republicans for 40 years. Ya get what ya vote for. Could have been solved with Universal Healthcare.
2026-08-14 18:32:04
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Shesdabadguy :
Only child here.. full time caregiver for my bed bound dad with dementia.. I’m exhausted!!!
2026-09-04 15:07:13
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Angie :
Yes. But I know the next chapter (after much rest) is beautiful. The person I became one that journey finished is now a force to be reckoned with even if I am the only person who knows it. Hang in there… that’s just the last chapter of that book.
2026-09-24 02:34:25
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🦋✨ Lisa Dee ✨🦋 :
We are GenX with aging parents and now we are expected to care for parents who didn’t care for us…
2026-08-21 02:01:53
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PaigesometimesPeach :
Hire a Geriatric Care Manager!!!!!
2026-09-23 18:31:31
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Geewhiz :
In Canada you can get paid to be your parents caregiver.
2026-09-03 20:05:03
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LoveKoya :
You all are acting like three generation homes weren't the normal for many many years. Lots of cultures don't see nursing homes as an option. Also, most of those places cost an arm and a leg, and they are severely understaffed. Then most people give their parents there to die lonely death. It's funny how people who raised you, you're totally OK with abandoning them.
2026-08-14 05:18:54
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TTcangetfkd4 :
I swear, until you go thru it yourself, you have no idea. People think you’re exaggerating because Steven king couldn’t come up with some of this stuff. The financial toll is a whole other can of worms. Nevermind, it’s preaching to the choir. We’re on this page for reason. Honestly, to everyone, I wish you all the best.
2026-08-14 04:42:36
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19janemarple :
I’m in uk and my mum had dementia and lived in a care home when she couldn’t look after herself. The local authority paid for the majority of her fees. I couldn’t do it as I have to work. I think it’s more of a problem in the US than in Europe where the majority of the Countries have universal health care.
2026-09-23 23:24:37
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imma.jive.azz.turkey :
Maybe we need to learn how every other Country in the world cares for the elders, we are the only one that puts them in Nursing homes, when it is proven that elders can live healthier lives by helping to care for the household and children. We treat each other like pets. My Mother lives with us and we gave her, her own space and believe me she wasn't always there fir me, however I try to be the change Id like to see. Families need to learn how to be Families again especially in this economy with the lack of care we show to each other.
2026-09-07 13:47:35
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nicky90000 :
My parents are already destroying my mental health and they’re not bedridden yet
2026-09-23 09:16:03
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❌Layla❌ :
Living longer, fewer resources, skyrocketing costs of nursing home care
2026-08-14 14:33:17
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Elizabeth Green :
My mom bless her passed away a number of years ago (dementia 10 yrs). She was in a care facility, but I cannot think of one of her caregivers that was an American citizen. Now what???
2026-08-18 17:39:25
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🇮🇹 Kathy | Dream of Italy ® :
Cared for both my parents. Talked about it. NO ONE cared. No one helped. No one cares unless it is happening to them.
2026-08-15 18:52:00
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PippaDog❌ :
Now add divorced aging parents. Separate homes. Different cities. Double the financial issues.
2026-08-14 02:08:41
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user75414242461 :
I lost my entire life savings caring for my mom and I don’t see any way out right now. It’s soul crushing.
2026-08-14 03:10:48
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Emily Marrin515 :
Some advice for those in this situation: My dad with dementia died recently, at age 86. When he was alive, I, as his only living child, was often exhausted and resentful. Here are things I wish I knew: 1) Look into getting longterm care insurance for *yourself.* My dad had it, and it relieves so much financial stress. Not all of it! As we all know, facilities and caregiving are so expensive. 2) Try to set up a trust for your parents’ assets and become a trustee. “Dealing with affairs” after their death is so much easier. It’s amazing. 3) Get as much help with your parent as you can afford. If you can put them in a nice (not grim) facility, do it. This will end some day. Your parent will die. You don’t want to be left with a lifetime of health issues (physical and mental) because you had to prioritize them. You need a break. You need a life. 4) Do everything you can to avoid selling property to fund things. Remember: This is not going to last forever, but selling real estate is a forever decision. 5) Enlist others with whom your parent can share memories, and don’t worry about everyone else. As you’ve discovered, most of your parent’s old friends and even family aren’t visiting. Oh, they check in via text, but there’s no way they’re going come over. Even if they’re younger and not disabled. There will be a couple who do, though. Support and encourage their visits, and give up on the rest. I was hustling every day to try to get people to visit. Fuck it. The people who will visit make themselves known early on. 6) Remember the great things about your parent and tell stories about them. Your parent don’t remember these things. When you share, you’ll see the discovery and delight on their faces. Makes them so happy. 7) Try not to get so annoyed with the questions. It’s not their fault. // The one thing I want you to understand and remember is that, as painful and isolating as this can be, it’s not forever. You are doing something extraordinary. Yes, we were all neglected by these people to some degree. But that’s why we’re so good at getting shit done. Don’t lose yourself in the process, because you’re amazing. You’re going to get through this.
2026-09-07 20:11:45
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h1918_ :
We became the”plan” because they didn’t have one. They didn’t do this for their parents (our grandparents)- nope they lived their lives. This is brutal, it’s broken me, it’s taken a toll on my mental emotional and physical health. Everyone’s journey is different and if someone is having a positive experience I’m happy for them however they best not judge or shame the rest of us who are in a living hell
2026-08-14 10:56:15
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Tig :
It seems nobody creates a plan for themselves on who’s going to take care of them in their later years. The majority of people can not afford 10,000-20,000 per month for a nursing home. My mom thinks she’s moving in with me-delusional. My life will be over if that happens. I am her daughter not a caregiver.
2026-08-14 04:39:10
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Coco Jo :
We were asked by my MIL's memory care facility for one of us to always be with her. That someone always had to be with her and they didn't have the staff for that. When we explained this was not an option. They tried to have her evicted. They are getting over 5k a month. I threatened the State's ombudsman... They changed their tune. She has has hospice now, thankfully.
2026-08-14 04:55:56
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