A Roadmap for Aging
b'with Sheri L. Samotin, President \\u2013 LifeBridge Solutions, Author \\u2013 Facing the Finish \\u2013 A Road Map for Aging Parents and Adult Children
As Ben Franklin said, nothing is certain except death and taxes. And while most of us focus on managing our taxes and planning for retirement, very few of us plan for aging. Aging and elder care open up a broad swath of issues such as preparing for potentially debilitating illnesses, the emotional trauma of losing control, being a burden on others and many more. So it\\u2019s important that older adults have a conversation about the inevitable. In addition, well-meaning adult children should also look for signs that their parents may be in denial and need help. Most parents don\\u2019t want to burden their children with aging but this barrier must be broken \\u2013 by having a framework and a plan\\u2026 an owner\\u2019s manual for your life \\u2013 where you discuss your retirement plans and needs with your loved ones and get all your paperwork in order.
In addition, enlist a team of helpers that specialize in geriatric care \\u2013 people who coordinate your healthcare, manage your bills and payments, who execute legal and financial decisions on your behalf, etc. A good team can significantly help you navigate the challenges that come with'