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[quote=Anonymous]After reading this thread, I realize I had no idea of what awaits me with aging parents.

So far, we have not had to deal with anything because DH and I are both 49 and our parents are in their late 70's and have had no health problems.  They are very active, like to take international trips, work out at the gym,  go on hikes and do gardening.  They all do lots of volunteer work too.

My parents and in-laws have adequate financial resources, and are also very proud people.  I don't anticipate them even wanting any help from us, but then again, after reading this thread, it sound like people change when they get older and demand things of their kids.

I like the idea about writing down our wishes now, and then testing our cognitive abilities as we age.  I refuse to be a burden on my children.  I'd rather have assisted suicide than be dependent on anyone.  I just need to make sure I know when it's my time to go -- that the key.

After reading this thread, it's clear that it seems pretty traumatic to have elderly parents who need lots of care.  I genuinely haven't had to deal with any of that yet.  We love our parents and want to do whatever they need once they get into their 80's, but I so far cannot imagine them asking us for any help.[/quote]

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