How to Choose a Home Care Agency
Understanding how to choose a home care agency is important for your loved one; from evaluating credentials and costs to ensuring your loved one receives the personalized care they need.
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Protecting a Disabled Child’s Financial Future
Protecting a disabled child financially ensures long-term care, government benefit eligibility, and asset security through trusts and legal planning.
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What is a Care Coordinator?
When it comes to managing the complexities of aging or chronic health conditions, the role of a care coordinator is invaluable. Families often face challenges in ensuring that their loved ones receive the right care at the right time, and this is where a care coordinator becomes an essential resource. So, what is a care coordinator? Simply put, a care coordinator is a professional who aids individuals and families navigate the healthcare system, ensuring seamless communication between providers, caregivers, and the family while advocating for the best possible outcomes.
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Pets in Elder Care Planning: Ensuring Your Furry Friends Are Cared For
As we age, planning for the future becomes increasingly important, not just for ourselves but also for the beloved pets that enrich our lives. Considering your pets in elder care planning is an aspect of estate and future care planning that often goes overlooked. By incorporating strategies for including pets in elder care planning, pet…
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Understanding Guardianship in Elder Care
As our population ages, understanding guardianship in elder care becomes increasingly critical for seniors and their families. Guardianship, a legal mechanism designed to protect individuals who cannot manage their personal and financial affairs, plays a pivotal role in elder care planning. This blog post provides a comprehensive overview of guardianship in elder care, including when…
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The Role of a Healthcare Proxy in Elder Care
The designation of a healthcare proxy in elder care is an essential aspect of planning for the future, especially for seniors who want to honor their healthcare wishes. Understanding the role and importance of a healthcare proxy in elder care can provide peace of mind and protect the rights of elderly individuals. As age-related illnesses…
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What Is an Adult Day Care Center and Is It Right for You or Your Loved One?
In 2016, there were about 4,600 adult day care centers with more than 286,000 participants, according to the National Center for Health Statistics. Adult day care centers are also the most affordable long-term care solution for seniors and disabled adults who need help with daily activities. You might be wondering, what exactly is an adult…
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Lowering the Risk of Heat-Related Illness in Aging Adults
Heat-related illness can manifest in more than one way, typically resulting in heat cramps, exhaustion, or stroke. During the summer months and especially now during the extreme heat and humidity we are experiencing, it is important to check on our elderly family, friends, and neighbors. Make sure they are staying cool and comfortable and remind…
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Planning for Future Care: Balancing Life with Risk
At a certain age, planning for future care is a critical consideration for preserving your health and finances. If you are 65 years old, what is the chance of you needing long-term services and support? The answer depends on several factors. The statistics do show planning for future care is important before the need arises….
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Preventing Falls: Tips on Caring for Aging Parents
As our loved ones age, it’s important to help in preventing falls in an effort to help save them from devastating effects on their health. There are steps you can take to lower the risk. It is always a good idea to have a conversation with your loved one’s doctor about what might be appropriate….
