Category: Caregiver

If you prefer to remain in your own home, check out options before deciding on assisted living. There are many seniors and retired Americans that are not aware of options that help them remain in their own homes if that is what they prefer, according to Next Avenue in “Does Self-Directed Long-Term Home Care Make […]

A family may find a business model for meetings is a helpful guide, if an elder member of the family requires care. An elder member of the family sometimes needs care. If it is a family project, it can be easier, according to aPlaceforMom.com  in “Guide to Elder Care Planning & Family Meetings.” That effort […]

Emotional and financial costs are associated with being the caregiver for an elderly family member. It would be wise to take care of a few things before you become a caregiver, as discussed recently by Forbes in “4 Critical Things To Do Before Becoming A Caregiver.” The pointers include: Make sure you have all of […]

Helping a loved one when they are not able to care for themselves, whether because they are ill or frail due to advancing age, is a challenging task. Oftentimes an adult child is tasked with communicating with doctors, managing a parent’s healthcare and their finances as well. It is a difficult task, but there are […]

There is no one right way to be a caregiver; everyone’s situation is different. You will find that, among a host of things, family dynamics, financial resources and the ability of your parent(s) to provide guidance for the support that they desire will shape your situation. If you’ve been tasked to set up care for […]