Caring for Pets after you are Gone
As odd as it may seem, your dog may outlive you. Dogs, cats and even other animals can mean a lot to us, especially when we get older and want...
In-Home Care versus Nursing Home or Assisted Living Care
Over the last twenty years, I’ve seen many changes and innovations in the caregiving scene. One area outside the nursing home and assisted living environment that has entered the caregiving sector...
When to Revise a Will
Thinking ahead and preparing a will with a lawyer makes great sense. Now that you have a will, when is it time to revisit the will and revise who will...
Accepting a Loss of Independence
It is hard to admit that we cannot do the things we used to do. That realization can come with a mix of emotions from being angry to feeling guilty...
Senior Housing: Things to Consider
How do you know when it is time to move from your own home into a senior housing care facility? Making the decision can be hard, but there are some...
Senior Housing Options
You might be considering your choices for housing as you age. The good news is there are a wide variety of senior housing options out there, depending on your need....
What are Your Housing Needs?
When trying to determine your housing situation, it is best to come up with a list of needs. These will help you drive your decision to the best solution for...
Need Help Finding Nursing Homes?
There are so many choices available when looking for nursing home care. This can make it hard to figure out what is what. Fortunately, there are a multitude of resources...
What to Look For When Visiting Nursing Homes
When searching for a nursing home for yourself or for a loved one, you must visit the facility to determine if it fits your or your loved one’s needs. This...
Developing a Nursing Home Care Plan
Each person is different. This means that in order to get the right nursing home care plan, you should develop a care plan that fits your needs. It is up...
Choosing the Nursing Home that Best Meets your Needs
You have collected all the information you can on local nursing homes. You have visited the top homes on your list to get a feel for what lies ahead. How...
Have Power Over Your Assets With a Will
It may be an unpleasant topic to tackle, but none of us will be here forever. If you do not have a will, then you leave it up to the...