Archive for category: Planning for Care

Pile of dirty dishes in the sink as a warning sign an aging parent may need help at home

Warning Signs Home Care is Needed

A son discusses future plans with his father using the 40/70 Rule for aging parents.

Why the 40/70 Rule for Aging Parents Can Transform Difficult Family Conversations

There’s a simple caregiving principle that often gets overlooked,…
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What You Need to Know When Hiring a Geriatric Care Manager

Geriatric Care Managers Provide a Connection to Care As a person…
A man who knows the importance of decluttering with your parents packs items into large cardboard boxes with his elderly mother.

Begin Decluttering With Your Parents Now for Lasting Memories and a Safer Home

You’ve finally decided to bite the bullet and start working…
A woman smiles as she makes an online purchase on her laptop for some of the best senior care products.

The Best Senior Care Products to Make Their Life Easier, and Yours!

Each day as a caregiver brings new opportunities and challenges…
A flashlight and battery-powered radio symbolize ways to help seniors prepare for power outages.

Take Steps Now to Help Seniors Prepare for Power Outages

The summer season is a prime time for power outages. For…
A caregiver creates a care plan on her laptop with an elderly couple who sit by her side.

What Is a Care Plan and Why Do We Need One?

You have just started exploring senior care options for an…
An elderly woman holds a framed picture while staring out the window. Supporting seniors through loss can be an emotional process.

A Compassionate Approach to Supporting Seniors Through Loss

By the time we reach our golden years, we’ve had many years…
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28 Wellness Questions to Ask Seniors Over the Holiday Season

It’s been months since you’ve had the chance for a nice,…
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Utilizing Your Long-Term Care Insurance Benefits for Home Care

It’s a great idea to plan ahead for future needs by investing…
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Introduction to Geriatric Care Management

A geriatric care manager serves as a professional, personal advocate…

Overcoming Issues With Aging Parents When Considering Senior Care Costs

Many of today’s seniors were raised in the Great Depression.…