Long Term Care: 3 Reasons To Have The Talk Now-How To Do It

Long Term Care: 3 Reasons To Have The Talk Now-How To Do It

Long-term care is a difficult, yet necessary topic to talk about with loved ones as they age. But when is the right time to bring it up? Too soon, and someone gets offended. Too late, and the decisions become more difficult, with potentially fewer choices. Here are...
5 Helpful Tips For Discussing Long Term Care WIth Aging Parents

5 Helpful Tips For Discussing Long Term Care WIth Aging Parents

Talking about and accepting the need for assistance can be a touchy subject for elderly parents who are extremely independent in their everyday lives and want to “continue life as normal”. But sometimes, due to adverse health events such as Alzheimer’s disease,...
6 Risk Factors For Stroke

6 Risk Factors For Stroke

A stroke occurs when blood flow to the brain has stopped. This can happen in many different areas of the brain and can cause many problems, such as difficulty speaking, moving, and controlling bodily functions. These issues can be long term and individuals (especially...
The Importance of Estate Planning with Long-Term Care in Mind

The Importance of Estate Planning with Long-Term Care in Mind

Most people, by the time they reach their mid-50s, are enjoying an empty nest. Kids are on their own, probably either graduated from college and starting a career, or already in stable jobs or careers and even thinking about a family of their own some day. This is...
Why You Want Long Term Care Coverage

Why You Want Long Term Care Coverage

Everyone remembers that they need health and auto insurance but what about Long Term Care coverage? For most of us it falls far down on our “to do” list, if it even makes it on the list. But have you considered how you’ll pay for Long Term Care when you need it?...
4 Tips To Keep Seniors Independent And Safe

4 Tips To Keep Seniors Independent And Safe

As tempting as it may be to err on the side of caution and over-manage your aging parent’s other loved one’s daily life, a few subtle changes can make a huge difference in their safety as well as your peace of mind as they become a little less sure of their daily...