Caring for an Anxious Elderly Mother

Are you dealing with an anxious elderly mother who is consuming your life? Over the years, as a care manager for older adults and as a power of attorney agent and guardian, I was responsible for the care of many older adults who had what my staff and I referred to as “high needs.”

For us, a high need client meant an older adult who, because of health or emotional issues, needed and wanted a lot of time and attention. Some of these clients would call my office five to ten times a day to speak with my staff, who listened to their concerns and worries.

If you are a caregiver, you may have a mom or dad who calls you at work or home multiple times a day, worrying about something or needing something that you don’t have the time to address in the moment. These calls can be distracting and frustrating.

Learning to respond positively to anxiety for an elderly mother who does not have dementia is a skill that anyone can learn.

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