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Loved°1 Cares

Caring for someone takes everything you have.

This guide is for the people who show up every day, quietly, often without acknowledgment. It won't make caregiving easy. But it might make it a little clearer.

What's inside

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The emotional work of caregiving

The Emotional Work: what to expect before the logistics begin

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Planning ahead with aging parents

Planning Ahead: a practical guide to the right conversations, early

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Your living checklist

Your Living Checklist: a framework to return to over time

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Five conversation guides

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COGNITIVE CHANGES

How to talk about memory and cognitive changes

Noticing memory changes in a parent can be scary. Here's how to bring it up gently.

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FINANCES

How to talk about finances

Finances are one of the most avoided conversations. This guide helps you start.

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ACCEPTING HELP

How to talk about accepting help

Accepting help isn't giving up. Use this guide as a reference to find the right words.

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LIVING SITUATION

How to talk about where they live

Where someone lives is deeply personal. Explore the options before a crisis forces the decision.

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DRIVING

How to talk about driving

Driving means independence. Here's how to approach it with care when safety becomes a concern.

Additional resources

You don’t have to figure everything out alone. These organizations offer free guides, tools, and support for caregivers at every stage.

Advance Directives

Free, state-specific printable advance directives for all 50 states.

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Healthcare Power of Attorney

A guide to the different types of power of attorney and which is right for your situation.

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AARP Family Caregiving Guide

A comprehensive guide covering the full range of caregiving responsibilities: medical, financial, and emotional. Available as a free PDF download.

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