Being a caretaker is one of the most demanding roles one can be in, both physically and mentally. This is especially true for those acting as caretaker for older family members while managing careers and families of their own. Those who act as caregiver to an aging parent average about 77 hours per month of care time, which can have major impacts on the rest of their life. If you’re in this position and struggling, you’re not alone. Boston College found in a study that nearly 17 percent of adult children will act as caretaker to an aging parent at some point in their life.
Leave a Reply