Maintain Individual Social Lives
Each generation in the household needs to maintain an individual social life. You must take time to be with your friends, time with your partner and children and time to be alone. Children should continue to interact with friends both in and outside of the home. Aging parents need their own social network to avoid dependence upon you for social interaction. Consider adult day care, church groups and community senior centers as possible sources of socialization.
Article by Maryann Gromisch
Sources:
American Psychology Association : Elder Care
U.S. News & World Report: 5 Ways to Cope When Your Parents Move in with You
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