Adult Children as caregivers

Center on an Aging Society

I think this article is very telling of what we see now and will see more of in the future. According to the study, children who provide care for their parents will care for them over 1 hour EACH DAY. With none of us having enough time already, how can you fit another hour into the day? A majority of the caregivers are 51-65. They have just gotten rid of their own children and are now caring for their parents. Three-fourths of the caregivers work full time (40 hours/week). Competing demands of children and work make it hard for people to effectively care for their parents.

Long term care insurance can help you provide for your care so you won't place demands on your children. You owe it to them to get the facts and education to make an informed decision.