The death of a loved one is a very emotional experience. During that time close loved ones might not be thinking clearly and may not be able to handle the stress of making certain decisions. Because of this you might want to consider leaving a letter of instruction. Funeral Arrangements The first thing that you [...]
When it is time to shift from being employed to a retiree, all of that saving that was done needs to come into play. There are some things to remember as your savings are now going to be the primary source, and way to generate, income. Watch Your Retirement Withdrawal Tax Rates Depending on how [...]
There are any number of reasons why you elderly loved ones may not be able to afford care. If they are waiting for benefits to kick in or are simply not able to afford the level of care they need, it may fall on you to help them pay for their care. The prospect can [...]
Healthcare costs are rising and along with it the costs of assisted living. If you or an elderly loved one needs long term assisted living then you may be concerned about the costs. The good news is that with some planning and research you may be able to minimize your costs and make assisted living [...]
It seems that fraud and theft are happening in new places all the time. As technology advances, criminals are finding new and creative ways to take advantage of people. Unfortunately the elderly often fall prey to these scams more easily than others. Informing elderly loved ones about how they can be taken advantage of robocallers [...]
Nobody wants to face the possibility that their loved one is being abused. The truth is, if you ignore the situation then there are increased chances that your loved one could suffer severe or fatal injuries. If you find evidence of abuse then you need to report the care facility that your loved one is [...]
If you have an elderly loved one living in an elder care facility then you might be concerned about your loved one being a victim of abuse. While most nursing homes and elder care facilities are reputable institutions, there is an increasing belief that elder abuse could be coming from other residents. Types of Abuse [...]
Elder abuse is a huge problem. If you have an elderly loved one in a extended care or nursing home then you may be looking for ways to ensure that your loved one is not a victim of abuse. Here are some ways that you can check up on them without being overly intrusive. Take [...]
When searching for care for an elderly loved one it can be easy to get confused. You want to make sure that when you choose a care plan that the plan is appropriate in both level of care and in cost. Here are some mistakes to avoid when you are searching for caregivers or assisted [...]
If you or an elderly loved one are looking into moving into an assisted living facility or are planning on having in home care, you need to have an understanding of the levels of care and options that are available to you. Taking time to do the proper research can help you to avoid costly [...]