Planning Ahead – How to Pay for Senior Care
When it comes time to pay for senior care, many seniors discover that they weren’t prepared financially. Here are 7 tips that can help in that situation.
What to Look for When Choosing a Senior Caregiver
If you’re like most informal caregivers, you also manage a household and at least a part-time job. Unless there’s a trusted family member or neighbor nearby, it may be necessary to hire a professional caregiver for mom or dad. Here’s how to find the best one:
The Challenges of Early Onset Alzheimer’s
This article about challenges associated with early onset Alzheimer’s focuses on information that families need to have when a diagnosis is likely or has just been made. The responses to each question offer an overview for planning next steps. What is Early Onset Alzheimer’s? Early onset Alzheimer’s begins when a person is younger than 65, [...]
Transitioning Mom’s Care: How to Make a Smooth Shift
As our parents age, we face a variety of new situations and challenges. It is easy to become overwhelmed by the number and complexity of decisions and daily tasks to be completed. We may also face limitations in our ability to care for our parents in their home, whether these be physical challenges, financial pressures, [...]