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Reading for caregivers
We’re writing slowly and on purpose. Two pieces are live now; more are in progress. If there’s a question keeping you up at night that you wish someone would answer plainly, we want to hear it.
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Legal & financial
Medical power of attorney vs. guardianship: when you need which one
POA is a piece of paper your parent signs while they still can. Guardianship is a court order you pursue when they can’t. The choice often comes down to timing, cost, and how much fight you have left.
16 min read
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Caregiver mental health
The guilt of putting a parent in care: what therapists say, and what actually helps
Guilt isn’t a sign you made the wrong choice. It’s usually a sign you love someone and the situation is hard. Here’s what helps — and what therapists say to stop doing.
15 min read
More coming
On the list: hospital discharges that go badly, how to talk to a parent who refuses help, what Medicaid actually covers for long-term care, and the difference between a social worker, a care manager, and a patient advocate.