by Walt Kasmir, PhD | Oct 13, 2026 | Adult Children With Aging Parents
There are moments in watching your parents age when an ordinary object suddenly carries extraordinary meaning. An unopened envelope. A past-due notice. A utility bill tucked beneath a stack of magazines. You may have visited your parent countless times without paying...
by Walt Kasmir, PhD | Dec 25, 2023 | Adult Children With Aging Parents
As time marches on, we’re all inevitably touched by the process of aging. For many of us, this realization hits home when our parents enter their golden years. Statistics reveal a sobering truth: over 70% of individuals over the age of 65 will need some form of...
by Walt Kasmir, PhD | Nov 28, 2023 | Adult Children With Aging Parents, Alzheimer's Disease
Understanding and Supporting a Parent with Dementia In the shadow of dementia, families often find themselves navigating a labyrinth of emotional and practical challenges. This article aims to shine a light on that path, offering practical memory care tips for adult...
by Walt Kasmir, PhD | Nov 22, 2023 | Adult Children With Aging Parents, Alzheimer's Disease
For adult children with aging parents, understanding the nuances of Alzheimer’s disease, especially in its early stages, can be both challenging and essential. As recent research sheds light on how Alzheimer’s differs from normal aging, it’s crucial...
by Walt Kasmir, PhD | Nov 19, 2023 | Adult Children With Aging Parents
The Inevitable Exchange of Roles In the intricate dance of life, there often arrives a moment, subtle yet seismic, where the rhythm of care and dependency tenderly reverses. This transformation, both tender and complex, places adult children in the nurturing role once...
by Walt Kasmir, PhD | Nov 18, 2023 | Adult Children With Aging Parents
We’re back with another installment in our series on Advanced Planning. If you’re an Adult Child of an Aging Parent (ACAP), you’re in the right place. Today, we’re focusing on healthcare directives, a topic that often gets lost in the shuffle...
