Grandma Infirm but Willing to Babysit Sparks Dilemma
Dear Abby column recounts an 80-year-old mother-in-law who is deaf, frail and forgetful offering to babysit an infant. The mother-in-law’s concerns prompt the family to seek safe, diplomatic child care plans and consider licensed help. Gary Barg of Today's Caregiver adds caregiver safety tips and the importance of respite care and professional agencies.