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When we are children, our parents seem invincible<\/a>. Moms and dads feed us, clothe us, and love us through the really great times and the particularly tough days<\/a>. There is nothing they can't do, and we think they will be around forever. But as we age, as much as we don't like to admit it \u2014 and often neither do they \u2014 our parents are getting older too and might need more help from us.<\/p>\n

But where should we start? What do we do? How much care do they need? And how much help do we need to care for them? These questions are common among adults with aging parents, and sometimes it can feel overwhelming. No one wants to think about their parents getting older<\/a>, losing their independence, and ultimately, passing away. It can be heartbreaking.<\/p>\n

We love our parents more than they could understand, and we don't want them to be lonely, helpless, or to ever feel like they have lost their dignity. Thankfully, there are resources for us, the adult children, to navigate this season of our lives with love and respect while maintaining ourselves.<\/p>\n

We need to remember we are not alone and millions just like us are experiencing the same struggles and can provide support to make the transition easier.<\/p>\n

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When we are children, our parents seem invincible. Moms and dads feed us, clothe us, and love us through the really great times and the particularly tough days. There is nothing they can't do, and we think they will be around forever. 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