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,...
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...
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?...
Being a caregiver to an elderly individual (be it a family member or someone unrelated) can be a strenuous and thankless job. Caregiving involves many physical, mental, and emotional aspects and can be equally draining in all of these facets. For these reasons,...
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...
Every year, many elderly individuals fall. This fact is important because once an individual falls once, they double their chances of falling again. Additionally, many who do fall, do not report this to their doctor and therefore may not get the help and support they...
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