When families work together, they can solve the issues of aging

None of us would be here without the parents who gave us life.   But adult children may feel that their life is one long balancing act—torn between the demands of their lives and children—and the needs of their aging parents.  While it may not be easy to be the aging parents, it isn’t any easier for their children when they help make decisions for parents who have led independent lives.  How can families solve this dilemma?  

I’ve found that when seniors and their families talk about the real life situations that they face, they can find solutions by working together.  Those solutions may not only address growing healthcare concerns, but may also suggest a combination of residential housing and personalized services that deal with the exact circumstances confronting the family. Do any of these sound familiar?

What if the caregiver doesn’t show up?  What if the medication list is overwhelming?  What if frequent falls have become an issue?  What if meals aren’t appealing when eating alone is the norm?  What if it’s difficult to get out of the house to see friends or get to activities? Where will the money come from to pay the bill?  An Assisted Living community like the ANNEX at The Summit of Uptown can be the answer to these and other concerns that come with aging.   

There are always choices when it comes to dealing with anything in life—and one of those things working together as a family to solve the issues of aging.  You’re in charge.  It’s up to you to decide what you want to do and when you want to do it.

For questions and comments, you can call me at 847-825-1161, email me at audrey@summitofuptown.com , or write to me at The Summit of Uptown, 10 N. Summit Ave., Park Ridge, Ill 60068.