As our loved ones age and enter their golden years, one subject becomes increasingly important – their housing situation.  There are many housing options for older adults, but two of the main paths families choose are independent living and assisted living. It is essential to know the difference between the two so you and your […]

Does your loved one like to get outside in the summer and be active? That’s wonderful – just make sure they are being smart and safe. The heat can cause lots of problems for elderly folks and we want to help prevent that. Healthcare facilities, such as providing assisted living or residential care, frequently alter […]

My mother-in-law and I had a great 30 minute conversation about receiving home care versus other alternatives (like assisted living, group homes, and buy-in CCRC’s) when I was visiting over the holidays. It started off as a conversation about the costs associated with different types of care, and quickly evolved into a more philosophical discussion […]

Going to the doctor can be intimidating. If you’re not prepared, a doctor visit can leave you fishing for answers and not feeling like you’ve found a solution to your problem. How can you make visits to your physician more informative and valuable for you and your family? Have a look at the suggestions below […]

Dementia is a general term referring to the gradual worsening of a person’s cognitive, behavioral and functional abilities, usually over multiple years. A specific dementia diagnosis can guide treatment and prognosis (the expected course of a disease). Dementia subtypes allow for more precise understanding than the global term but don’t convey as much information as […]

No one ever wants to hear the word “stroke” or “it appears you may have had a stroke.” These are scary words, especially if you are the daughter of a loved one who had the “possible” stroke while out of state visiting their sister. That is exactly how my family’s stroke “journey” began. My mother […]

Is your loved one cooped up in their house or living facility all day? Spring is here and it’s time to get active. Take a weekend or afternoon and spend time with them being active and enjoy the springtime. Here are five ideas to keep in mind for your loved one to stay active and […]

Long Term Care Insurance is the financial elephant in the room for many Americans.  The costs of paying for a nursing home or assisted living seem overwhelming, but, then again, so does the prospect of applying for long term care insurance.  If you’re in the planning phase, here are a few things that you should […]

Today is the day that you’re going to visit a retirement community for the first time! Whether you’re looking for yourself or someone else, you want to make the most out of the visit. While the sales counselor will help you understand the services offered, the fees, and the community’s availability, there are a few other […]