Bridging the Communication Gap: Between adult child and aging parent

The communication gap between adult child and aging parent can make caregiving difficult. Discussions include caregiver perceptions and methods to strengthen relationship between the parent and adult child caregiver.

Registered Nurse Anna Walters is director of health services for Senior Star at Weber Place in Romeoville. In addition to hands-on care at Senior Star, she spearheads many innovative programs for residents and families including several caregiver support groups that have proven successful in helping family members better understand the complexities of Alzheimer’s and dementia.