Mental Health + Aging with Dr. Regina Koepp

#046- Elderly Parent Calling Multiple Times a Day? 5 Expert Tips


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In this Caregiving Bonus episode, I answer the following question from a listener: 

My 85 year old dad is calling me multiple times a day. It’s interrupting my time at work. Sometimes he needs something. Sometimes, he just wants to check in. He has someone assisting him, but he’s always calling me. Can you address how to handle an elderly parent who is calling me all day long. 

Thank you, 

Theresa in Atlanta

The 5 expert strategies I share in this brief episode will help you and your parent work together as a team to manage what can be a stressful and challenging situation.

These strategies are will help whether you're a long distance caregiver or caring for your loved one in your own home. These caregiving tips and hacks will help you be less frustrated and have a more loving relationship with your elderly parent.

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