Most of us have experienced firsthand of a loved one with dementia or at least know of someone that has the disease. An estimated 6.5 million Americans 65 years or older have Alzheimer’s. Caregiving for someone that has the disease can be quite challenging and...
There are many reasons why seniors move from their home into a senior living community; sometimes it’s by choice and other times it is required for the person’s wellbeing. Most of us want to continue to live in our homes if possible. One of the most common factors of...
If you or someone you know has been admitted to a hospital due to an injury or illness, sometimes you’re eligible for rehabilitation after being discharged. Before you’re discharged the hospital’s social worker/discharge planner will discuss two options; one being the...
If you’re contemplating of when is a good time to begin researching and touring senior communities, springtime is the best season. Senior living communities typically have incentives and discounts for move-ins. The reason why is because typically the winter season is...
When clients call my company to discuss long-term care options, one of the questions I ask is if the client has completed their estate plan. I have had clients that either have not done an estate plan, or they only had done a Durable Power of Attorney (DPOA) for...
When I made the decision to leave my nursing home career to assist family of taking care of my grandma that had Alzheimer’s, I gained a new perspective of Alzheimer’s. I received firsthand experience of what it takes to care for someone with dementia. Grandma was...
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