Retired and caring for parent?
I was wondering if there were other people out there who would like to travel more,possibly full time,but are now caring for aging parent? We are caring for parent with Alzheimer's and,as much as we...
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We have been RVing for over 30 years. We had planned to work toward becoming full timers when we retired (2007)but it was at this time my mother could no longer live alone and we moved her in with us.(I'm an only child)
About a year ago we made the decision to move my mother to a skilled nursing facility near our home. Although it's true that she doesn't remember when I've been there, there is a dramatic difference in her temperament when I visit regularly- so I do, and I have no regrets.
We still travel but for shorter periods and we make it work-but as I read the forums, which I love to do,it left me wondering how many others in similar circumstances have altered their dreams of travel to care for a family member.
So, once again,thank you for your messages and humbling stories. We aren't alone, are we?
About a year ago we made the decision to move my mother to a skilled nursing facility near our home. Although it's true that she doesn't remember when I've been there, there is a dramatic difference in her temperament when I visit regularly- so I do, and I have no regrets.
We still travel but for shorter periods and we make it work-but as I read the forums, which I love to do,it left me wondering how many others in similar circumstances have altered their dreams of travel to care for a family member.
So, once again,thank you for your messages and humbling stories. We aren't alone, are we?
