We’re caught in the middle—supporting kids while watching our parents age.
Now comes the gut-wrenching decision: can we afford to care for them at home?
Doing it ourselves means lost income, strained relationships, and depleted retirement savings.
Here’s what we need to face honestly: love doesn’t pay bills.
Before committing, calculate the real costs:
- modified living spaces
- medical equipment
- career sacrifice
- your own health declining from caregiver burnout
We’re the generation that always sacrificed. But martyring our financial future helps no one.
Sometimes the most loving choice is professional care that preserves both their dignity and your stability.
Explore every option: Medicaid planning, veterans benefits, hybrid solutions. Consult elder care attorneys—not just your guilt.
This isn’t about failing your parents. It’s about making sustainable decisions that honor everyone’s needs, including your own.
