Articles On:family

October 5, 2022

National Parks for Affordable Travel

Looking for an affordable getaway for your next trip? America’s national parks just may be ...

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Autumn sunrise in Acadia National Park, Maine, from the top of Cadillac Mountain. Looking for an affordable getaway for your next trip? America’s national parks, in all 50 states, may be your ticket to cheaper travel. National Park opening Kiplinger
October 5, 2022

Cross-Generational Communications: Connect Kids and Older Folks

Seniors Guide president Katharine Ross presents tips to help bridge the generation gap between kids ...

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grandparents and grandchildren at home on a sofa. Photo by Yuri Arcurs, Dreamstime. Six tips help bridge the generation gap between kids and elderly family members, for cross-generational communications and relationships.
October 3, 2022

Wife’s Dementia Results in Temptation

Having a spouse with advanced dementia can create a sense of isolation that leaves you ...

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Dementia spouse experiencing loneliness from wife on computer ID 151681210 © Stokkete | Dreamstime.com
September 19, 2022

Informing an Estranged Sibling of Parents’ Deaths

A sister with mental illness has withdrawn from her family, leaving her sister as the ...

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thoughtful woman. Fiakes. When one sister withdraws entirely, does the responsible one need to tell her estranged sibling of the parents’ death? “Ask Amy” weighs in.
September 16, 2022

Discussing Assisted Living Options with Parents

Adult children of aging parents can be hesitant to have “the talk” with their parents, ...

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family saying grace at dinner. Photo by Jovanmandic, Dreamstime. Whether the need is urgent or not, discussing assisted living options and communities with aging parents is important. These tips can help.
September 12, 2022

Stay Connected with These Family Projects

Seniors Guide president Katharine Ross presents three creative family projects that help you stay connected ...

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A younger woman beside a senior woman with a tablet. Photo by Ian Allenden, Dreamstime. Family projects help you stay connected with loved ones in a senior community and keep them engaged inc. photo tiles, digital picture frames.
September 7, 2022

Is Multigenerational Living Right for You?

Are you an older adult with thoughts of moving in with your grown children or ...

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Three generations of a family together at the breakfast table. Photo by Yuri Arcurs, Dreamstime. If you're thinking of moving in with younger generations, these considerations can help determine if multigenerational living works for you.
September 5, 2022

Conflicts Over Their Parents’ Final Days

Dealing with one’s parents’ final days is always difficult, but conflicts can arise among siblings ...

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family showing unity by putting their hands together. Photo by Sarayuth Punnasuriyaporn, Dreamstime. Dealing with parents’ final days is hard, and conflicts can arise among siblings. See what Ask Amy says about a sister, mother, and father.
August 8, 2022

Should Estranged Brother Get Updates?

The daughter who has been a primary caregiver for her parents wonders if she owes ...

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daughter as caregiver for mother in wheelchair, at home in their yard. Photo by Toa555, Dreamstime. The daughter who has been her parents’ caregiver wonders if she owes her estranged brother updates on their parents. See what Ask Amy says.
July 18, 2022

Family Caregiver Was a Thief

A daughter discovers that a cousin, acting as family caregiver, was taking advantage of her ...

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Asian woman in pain Photo by Satjawat Boontanataweepol Dreamstime. A cousin acting as family caregiver was taking money and being abusive. Should the daughter forgive? See what “Ask Amy” has to say.