My mother prepared for retirement, but a dementia diagnosis wiped out her savings. I had to scramble to figure out her care.

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The author (left) had to care for her mother's finances after a dementia diagnosis.

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We relied on my mom for childcare. She was diagnosed with stage 4 colon cancer, and everything changed.

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Chris Hemsworth says caring for his dad with Alzheimer's has reshaped his priorities as a father

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Chris Hemsworth says his dad's diagnosis prompted him to reevaluate his own priorities in life.

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I'm in my 40s, single, and childless, so I moved in with my 90-year-old grandma. It isn't always easy being her caregiver.

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The author is caring for her 90-year-old grandmother.

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My mother-in-law moved in with us and helps with childcare and household chores. It's the best decision we've ever made.

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The author's mother-in-law moved in full-time with her family.

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My mom was diagnosed with Alzheimer's. My 9-year-old and I are learning how to care for her together.

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Lamia Scott with her son, Braxton, and mom, Marvia.

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My mom moved in with me temporarily and ended up staying for 10 years. We split our bills and she helps me with childcare.

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I visit my 82-year-old dad multiple times a week. He still tells people he's lonely.

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I'm stuck between expensive teens and aging parents. I've accepted that I won't have a carefree life right now.

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My aging father moved in with my family 14 years ago. I've learned a lot about how I want to prepare for my own retirement.

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Caring for my dad for 14 years has taught me a lot about what I want for my own retirement, including having a healthy body that allows me to do the things I want to do.

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