If you are lucky enough to have your parents still living, that’s wonderful. But as they age, and particularly if one passes and the other is on their own, be watchful of their ability to perform the tasks of daily living. If they refuse any help, you need to start talking about safety and making a plan for their care.
nj.com’s recent article, “When your older parent refuses help,” says that as parents live longer, a tension can develop between the kids who want to be sure that mom and dad are safe, and the parents who want their independence.