The last time you visited, something felt off. The home doesn’t lie. And what you’re seeing may be one of the clearest early signs that your parent needs more support than they’re currently getting.

When families provide care themselves, it may be “free” in dollars, but the costs show up in other ways that can profoundly impact quality of life.

You notice your mom seems thinner, forgetting her medications while managing your dad’s. The once-spotless house shows neglect. She insists everything’s fine, but exhaustion fills her eyes. If this sounds familiar, you’re watching your caregiving parent decline while they’re still trying to care for your other parent—a complex situation that many adult children face. The…