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EPISODE · Jun 26, 2024 · 30 MIN

Caring For Aging Parents: Balancing Independence and Safety

from Happy & Healthy with Amy · host Amy Lang

In this episode, I'm sharing some difficult and hard-earned lessons learned about caring for my aging parents.As a couple, despite my mother's moderate and progressing Alzheimer's disease and my father's mobility challenges, they are able to live independently. This cherished independence was threatened by a recent fall and hip fracture that landed my father in the hospital for 9 days, a skilled nursing/rehabilitation facility for another 7 days, and 24/7 caregivers when he finally arrived home.If you're in a similar situation, check out this episode for practical strategies on managing caregiver stress, the importance of getting quality sleep, and how to balance the desire of elderly parents to maintain independence while ensuring their safety.  RESOURCES:Download the FREE Excerpt of Thoughts Are Habits TooPurchase Thoughts Are Habits TooBook a FREE Discovery Call with AmyDownload After Mom’s Alzheimer’s Diagnosis: The First 8 Things to Know and learn how to support her with more calm, clarity, and confidence.Download the RESTORED Protocol: Eight Essential Protective Factors to Build an Alzheimer's-Resistant BrainSchedule your Breakthrough Roadmap session with AmyFollow Amy on Instagram @amylangcoaching  and on Facebook @amylangcoachingSubscribe to Amy's YouTube channel @happyandhealthywithamy

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In this episode, I'm sharing some difficult and hard-earned lessons learned about caring for my aging parents. As a couple, despite my mother's moderate and progressing Alzheimer's disease and my father's mobility challenges, they are able to live independently. This cherished independence was threatened by a recent fall and hip fracture that landed my father in the hospital for 9 days, a skilled nursing/rehabilitation facility for another 7 days, and 24/7 caregivers when he finally a...

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