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Some thoughts on respect and on siblings...

RESPECT—find out what it means to your loved one! S/he most likely lived a long and
full life and may have seemed at one time that they knew all the answers. They were
the ones we turned to when we had a skinned knee or needed help, advice or…. money.
Now it seems the roles are reversed and honestly it STINKS, and that’s okay to feel this
way. Who doesn’t want mom and dad to remain they way we remember them growing
up, but it doesn’t mean that you are the mom and dad and they are the kids now—no
matter how forgetful and needy they might be at times. You are still their child. Period.
Please speak to your loved one with respect. Honor thy father and mother—sound
familiar? Believe him or her when she tells you something---but also take a good look
and see if what she is saying is true. Does she really manage okay with the groceries
on her own?

A note on SIBLINGS: If you are reading this, chances are you are the primary caregiver
for your loved one. Your loved one needs you and your siblings, if you have any, so
please take care of yourself! Need reassurance or support? Seek out a social worker;
that’s what we’re here for. Seek out a support group. Seek out the support of siblings,
church members, and others. Please don’t try to be the martyr and do things alone.

The following are a list of helpful websites with information

and resources for the elderly in New York City.

The New York City Department for Aging: This is a helpful and
informative website with information about resources available in New York
City. http://www.nyc.gov/html/dfta/html/home/home.shtml

http://www.aging.state.ny.us/ New York State Department for Aging: This is a
helpful and informative website with information about resources available in NY State

http://www.webmd.com Web M.D. Useful for quick health-related information; see a
licensed physician an actual diagnosis.

http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/senior-health/HA99999 The Mayo Clinic's information
for Seniors on various health related issues.

Department for the Aging - Elder Crime Victims Resources This resource center offers
assistance to victims of elder abuse.

OCDV - Elder Abuse Information on elder abuse in New York City.

Caring for the Elderly - NYTimes.com Online resources for caregivers and adult children
of the elderly. Comprehensive list of resources provided.

Blogs for further reading