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 [...]
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 [...]
If you are caring for or have elderly loved ones, then one of the most important topics can be their finances. Do not get blindsided by assuming that your elderly loved ones are well taken care of only to find that they don’t have the resources to be able to handle medical costs or long [...]
Letting your elderly loved one stay in their own home can be a great decision for them. It keeps them in an environment that they are familiar with and allows them to retain some of their freedom. Despite these advantages, your elderly loved one may require some assistance in order to remain in their own [...]
There are a lot of unscrupulous people who look to take advantage of anyone out there. The elderly can be particularly vulnerable to scammers who seek to take advantage of them by stealing their identities as well as stealing money outright. Being aware of the most common types of scams that can be run on [...]
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 are a few tips for keeping safe at home. Keep the temperature on the water heater down. This can help to prevent scalding, or in [...]
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, it might be a frightening or confusing experience for them. Here are some tips to help ease the transition for them and assist them in [...]
Medications are a lifeline for the elderly. Having the wrong or missed dosages, or even taking too much of a certain medication can cause serious issues. Here are some tips for keeping you or your loved ones on track and preventing issues with medication. Large Print Labels Reading glasses are must as everyone ages. This [...]