Being Your Parents Caregiver
Do you really have a choice?

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This article is in response to an article by Christine Schoenwald

Today I read a great story from Christine Schoenwald, titled “Refusing to Be Your Parent’s Caregiver”. My knee jerk reaction to this, as well as many people might be, yes. It is my honor and duty to take care of my parents when they need me the most. They have taken care of me, all my life, it is now time for me to take care of them.

There are even countries, and cultures that emphasize the importance of taking care of our parents at home. All of which are great reasons to be that “Caregiver.”

Below is the link for Christine Schoenwald article. I would love to tell you more about her article; however, you know what we say. Mr. Algorithm and Christine Schoenwald both would like you to read, clap, and comment on her article.

Refusing to Be Your Parent’s Caregiver | by Christine Schoenwald | Medium

I enjoyed her article, the title really “grabbed” my attentin. I am so glad I read it. I hope you will enjoy it as well.

However,

There are always two sides to a coin. The biggest question for me was, “How bad are their medical conditions?” and am I qualified to be their caregiver? These are our parents…