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[quote=Anonymous]I agree with previous poster that everyone's childhood is different, even among close-in-age siblings. (I have 5.) You learned to be a caretaker, they didn't. Unfortunately, no one teaches us how to handle aging parents. Your siblings may be scared about your father's decline. Not excusing their behavior, just making an observation. Continue to ask for help with specific tasks, knowing that it may not happen. Outsource whatever your father can reasonably afford to. And make sure you're taking care of yourself. Best wishes to you, OP. This stuff isn't easy and your frustration is justified. [/quote]
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