The Ripple Effect
We may understand that there is a financial impact to helping provide care, but there is more to the equation, and it goes far beyond dollars.
Whether you are a primary or hands-on caregiver, or someone who orchestrates the care provided by others - whether you provide some financial support or weigh in on important decisions - it's important to recognize the potential impact of caregiving on all aspects of your life.
No matter how willing we are, no matter how heartfelt our promises are, our caregiving commitments can affect marriages, family dynamics, work commitments, financial stability and other building blocks of our own futures.
Planning ahead for ways to mitigate costs or share caregiving responsibilities is worthy of every family's consideration.