Caregiving

As I progress through life and eventually get to the age in which I will become a caregiver I first hope that whether it be my parents, or my husbands parents that they are financially prepared for this time in their life. However, if they are not I will first speak with them and try to reason with them on the best caregiving situation for them. Whether it is for them to go into assisted living, or myself is their primary caregiver, or even a 24 hour live in caregiver. Once, I know the plan they would like for themselves, I will then work with them to figure out financially we will be able to pay for the care they need. Above all, I intend to make their situation as comfortable as possible through this difficult time. 

 

Goals:

• Get on the same page as the person I am caregiving

• Make sure my husband and I create a plan together

• Prioritize the needs of my family and duties as a wife and mother 

• Still take time for my personal needs

• Be financially stable and conscious throughout the process