By Kristine Dwyer, LSW
and
Douglas Heck, PhD
In summary, many of us find ourselves faced
with mixed emotions toward providing care for our
parents. These feelings may be mild or more severe
and perhaps based upon years of past family
conflicts. Whether you decide to resolve the issues
or not, providing positive care for your parents is
the goal. Many caregivers have used this time in
their lives to address difficulties which can then
hopefully lead to reconciliation, healing and a more
meaningful caregiving experience.
Douglas G. Heck, Ph.D. is a
licensed psychologist with the Duluth Psychological
Clinic in Duluth, MN. He specializes in
working with clients with chronic illness, and their
spouses and families.
Kristine Dwyer, LSW is the Caregiver Consultant for
Carlton County Public Health in Cloquet, Minnesota
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