My dad's dementia care cost $17,000 a month. It wiped out his life savings in 16 months.

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The author's dad had dementia and needed round-the-clock care.

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The 'millennial daughter tax' is terrifying

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Millennials are facing decisions about caring for their aging parents. Lots of those decisions are affecting women.

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Moving close to my mom has helped with parenting and caregiving. My older kids can ride their bikes to her place whenever someone needs something.

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The author said that living close to her mom has made both parenting and helping her mom easier.

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Everyone's focused on AI — but it's aging Americans who are quietly rewiring the job market

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The aging population will likely affect workforce demand.
The aging population will likely affect workforce demand.

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As my mom aged, I had to care for her more and more. I regret the time I missed with my youngest daughter.

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The author, pictured with her youngest daughter, said she regrets how much caring for her mother took her away from her parenting.

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How have you used tech to support your or your parents' aging and caregiving journeys? We want to hear from you.

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Older Americans are increasingly using AI and advanced tech.

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My family moved from California to a small town in France. We can save money and work less to afford our lifestyle here.

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Lin Koh, her husband, and two young sons.

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I'm the youngest of 5, and became the default caregiver for my aging parents. I'm learning how not to lose myself.

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The author said that being financially stable made her the default caregiver for her aging parents.

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20 years ago, they were caring for loved ones. They're still struggling to financially recover.

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Jeff Mason works partly because of financial difficulties surrounding caregiving.

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Jeff Mason, 76, could get by if he didn't drive for Uber until 2 a.m., but money would be tight.

I was the primary caregiver for my mother until she died. The responsibilities didn't end with her death.

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The author cared for his mother before her death.

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