A recent study by the Administration on Aging reports the number of Americans aged 65 and older is expected to increase 17 percent from 1995 to 2010, and 75 percent by 2030, to over 69 million people.  This presents a number of issues that will need to be addressed in regards to caring for the elderly.  The articles below highlight many of the concerns facing seniors and caregivers.

MSNBC (Jan. 2003) - More than 20 million Americans take care of an older relative while raising their own children at the same time. But who is taking care of the caregivers?  Advice for children looking out for their elderly parents. continued

Caregiver.com (Oct. 2002) - Goodness, isn't that a familiar word? You would think that mature rational adults like us would be above feeling "guilt" about the emotions our care giving can evoke. Not so. I am a mature and rational adult. I am a registered nurse who works with the elderly and their families. I counseled these same families on how to deal with the everyday issues, including guilt! continued

Caregiver.com (Sept. 2002) - It is not uncommon for families to be separated by great distances. But what happens when one or both parents reach a stage in their lives where they appear to be frail and vulnerable? What can you do to keep from living with an enormous amount of guilt and worry or feeling that to help means sacrificing your own life? continued

Caregiver.com (Sept. 2002) - As an adult, balancing work and elder care can be a challenge whether your parent lives next door or out of state. Add children to this, and the situation becomes compounded. Legal, financial and long-term planning for elder care is crucial, and long distance caregivers need to prepare for travel and time off from work. Face the facts, most older adults want to stay right where they are. They do not want to relocate, even if it means being closer to family.  Continued

Caregiver.com (July 2002) - Caring for a loved one requires walking a fine line. We want our loved one to maintain as much freedom as possible while staying as safe as possible. One of the difficult decisions to make­, keeping the previously mentioned goals in mind, is whether to let your elderly loved one get behind the wheel of his or her vehicle.  Continued

Caregiver.com (April 2002) - In most cases, when we think of care facilities, we imagine the building and maybe the layout and people we might encounter there. But what will let you know if this is a caregiver and family friendly facility. Here are some key items to look for and ask about when interviewing facilities. Continued

Associated Press (April 2002) - Seven major drug companies are offering elderly consumers a discount card that will let them save on more than 100 brand-name drugs. Continued

Entrepreneur Magazine (March 2002) -  Caring for an aging parent is a big responsibility. Add in running your own business, and the stress multiplies. Continued  

ThirdAge (Feb. 2002) - A Senate hearing found  that thousands of women who, because they are living longer, are often pushed beyond their means and suffer long-term consequences with little preparation and few resources.  Continued

Orlando Business Journal (Nov. 2001) - A study by the Florida state Senate Committee on Health, Aging and Long-Term Care suggests the state do more to develop long-term care alternatives to nursing homes.  Continued