Taking Care Of Our Loved Ones

All of us have stories to tell about taking care of our loved ones. For some, we have to make life-changing decisions. In 2008, I moved back home to help take care of my mom. I gave up my career because my mom needed me. My mom was lucky. She had her family to help. And still does. Others are not so fortunate.

Healthcare costs are quickly overwhelming our resources, especially for the elderly who rely on Social Security and whatever savings they may have. Skilled nursing facilities cost into the tens of thousands of dollars per month! Social Security and most people's retirement cannot cover these rising costs. Too many families are having to make hard decisions on how to care for themselves as they age or their aging loved ones. I understand this issue first-hand. This is my mom in the picture.