Be Careful of Health Care Proxy Forms
Upon being admitted to a hospital you may be asked to fill out a health care proxy form. This is particularly true if you are admitted for a condition that...
The Importance of Estate Planning for Unmarried Couples
It is more and more common for couples to choose not to be married. Even if couples choose to live together, there are some fundamental differences between the benefits that...
The Costs of Long Term Care
Think you are prepared for the costs of long term care? You might be surprised to find out just how much long term care actually can cost. Most senior citizens...
Preventing Senior Malnutrition
Malnutrition is of great concern to seniors. As we age, our diets need to change as our body changes. There are also the challenges of dealing with decreased mobility, arthritis...
Stepping On to Prevent Falls
Preventing falls can be a major concern for the elderly or for those who are giving the elderly care. Knowing where and when falls can happen can help to prevent...
Medical Alert Systems
In the days of the internet and cell phones, are medical alert devices really still necessary? Cell phones are a technology that allows us to be in constant contact with...
Tips for Diminished or Lost Vision
As people age, one of the senses that may dull the most is sight. This can be particularly true with diseases that cause or accelerate conditions, like macular degeneration. Other...
Keeping Safe at Home
If you have chosen to help an elderly love one continue to live at home instead of moving them to a care facility, you may worry about their safety. Here...
Tips for Moving Into a New Home
When it comes time to move an elderly loved one from a home they are very familiar with to a new one that matches the level of care they need,...
Signs It Might Be Time to Give Up the Keys
How do you know when it is time for an elderly loved one to stop driving themselves? Here are some signs that it might be time to give up the...
Is it Safe to Drive?
Driving is a major source of a person’s independence. It might be difficult for an elderly loved one to realize when it is just not safe for them to be...
Benefits of a Geriatric Care Manager
You may be considering hiring a geriatric care manager to assist you in caring for an elderly loved one. This can be a great option if funds are available and...