Linda Kople

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The Caregiving Squeeze: How Lack of LTC Planning Derails Families

3 weeks ago | ltcnews.com | Linda Kople

Kara Mitchell never thought she'd leave a job she loved. But when her father suffered a stroke at 74, the family had no long-term care plan—just panic. “I was climbing in my career,” said Mitchell, a 47-year-old mother of two from Fort Wayne, Indiana. But then Dad needed help with everything—bathing, walking, eating—and it all fell on me. There was no money for care, and no one else to help. I quit my job, and we nearly lost everything.
The Silent Struggle: Adult Children Caught in the Crossfire of Their Parents’ Aging

3 weeks ago | ltcnews.com | Linda Kople

Updated: June 2nd, 2025 You never forget the first time your father forgets your name. Or the night your mom calls you at 3 a.m. confused, convinced someone stole the oven. You try to stay calm. You take a deep breath. And suddenly, you're not their child anymore — you're their caregiver. This wrenching role reversal is playing out in homes across the country.
Avoiding Caregiver Burnout: Why You Need Help Before You Break Down

1 month ago | ltcnews.com | Linda Kople

When you’re caring for someone with a chronic health condition, aging issue, or serious mental illness, exhaustion can quietly creep in until you’re completely overwhelmed. If you are—or have ever been—a caregiver, you know how physically and emotionally demanding the role can be. It can also take a serious toll on your career and family life. But as expert voices on the stress, caregiver burnout is both common—and avoidable—if you plan and know when to ask for help.
Unlocking Stronger Bones: Daily Habits for a Lifetime of Health

2 months ago | ltcnews.com | Linda Kople

When you think about aging gracefully, bone health might not be the first thing that comes to mind. But it should be. Your bones are the framework for your life. They keep you upright, mobile, and independent. As you age, that framework weakens unless you take steps to protect it. Bone loss is silent—until a fracture or fall forces you to confront it. And millions of Americans already live with the consequences, including mobility problems.
Mobile Medical Alert Systems: A Lifeline for Senior Safety and Independence

2 months ago | ltcnews.com | Linda Kople

As your parents grow older, you may notice subtle changes—slower movements, moments of forgetfulness, or difficulty with everyday tasks like bathing or preparing meals. When daily living activities become challenging or cognitive issues like dementia begin to surface, your top concern naturally becomes their safety. You want to be there for them. Maybe you already are, balancing caregiving with work, family, and everything else. Or perhaps you've brought in professional caregivers for extra support.
10 Questions That Could Shape Your Health and Your Future: Knowing Family History Matters

Mar 29, 2025 | ltcnews.com | Linda Kople

When was the last time you asked your parents about their childhood and health or about those who came before them? These conversations aren’t just about nostalgia—they’re crucial for protecting your health, planning your future, and preparing for the possible need for long-term care. Asking about family health history—or even family history in general—can stir up deep emotions, especially for older adults.
When Aging Loved Ones Need Extended Care: How to Navigate the Long-Term Care Maze

Feb 21, 2025 | ltcnews.com | Linda Kople

Aging brings inevitable challenges—chronic illness, mobility issues, dementia, and frailty can make everyday tasks difficult or even impossible. You may be seeing a decline with your parents or other older family members right now. It will happen to you at some point as well. When that happens, long-term care becomes a necessity. Yet many families are unprepared for the complexities of finding care for a loved one, and adult children often bear the burden of navigating the system.
America's Caregiving Crisis: Rising Costs and Growing Family Burdens

Jan 29, 2025 | ltcnews.com | Linda Kople

We see it all the time. The population in the United States and globally is aging rapidly. As the population ages, more Americans are stepping into the role of caregiver for aging family members. An estimated 53 million adults now provide unpaid care to an older relative, spouse, friend, or neighbor, a figure that highlights the nation's increasing dependence on family caregivers. This is one in five Americans are caregivers, according to an AARP report.
Caregiving is Neither Easy nor Free

Jan 25, 2025 | ltcnews.com | Linda Kople

I’ve always loved the comforting ritual of coffee—the rich aroma, the warm cup in my hands, and the way it brings people together. Whether it’s catching up with friends, neighbors, or former colleagues, there’s something special about sharing stories and laughter over a cup of coffee. Aging and our older parents always come up in conversation. Caregiving and being a caregiver is a topic that also brings tears.
What Now? Coping with Empty Nest Syndrome

Jan 17, 2025 | ltcnews.com | Linda Kople

For parents, the journey of raising children is a rollercoaster of emotions and milestones, from the sleepless nights of infancy to the bittersweet moments of high school graduations. But one of the most challenging transitions often comes later—when the children leave home. Whether it's for college, a career, or marriage, this life shift can leave many parents grappling with feelings of loss, loneliness, and uncertainty—a condition commonly referred to as empty nest syndrome.