Staying connected to a loved one that is residing in a care facility can be a big challenge. Even if you live closeby, going somewhere to see your elderly loved one can be a big chunk of the day. Add in the check in processes and security … [Read more...]
Senior Care for Couples
If you are married or have a significant other, then you understand how important it is to spend time with your person. Elderly couples want to be with their better half, too, but unfortunately, they can often face a challenge when a health … [Read more...]
Alternatives to the Nursing Home
There are a lot of different alternatives to the nursing home, but many people give the bulk of their attention to nursing homes. This is how it has been for quite a while. Nursing homes have the potential to do a lot of good as they … [Read more...]
Is the Care System Too Complex?
One of the things that comes up time and time again when speaking with people about senior care, or even when doing my own research on the web, is that the care system is complicated. People understand that there’s a need for help when it … [Read more...]
Why an Elder Law Attorney is Important
As an individual ages, their legal needs change alongside their physical needs. Seniors can face some of the same issues that younger folk do when it comes to legal issues. Traffic violations, arrests due to substance use, … [Read more...]
Understanding the Differences in Pain that Seniors Face
Chronic pain within nursing home residents was the topic of a recent study. The team behind this research found that there are four distinct types of pain that seniors face, and that each of these four types of pain warranted a different … [Read more...]
Signs that a Care Facility Might Be Necessary
There are a lot of choices out there when it comes to senior care. When people first realize that care is needed, either for themselves or for a loved one, often the first conclusion is that they need to move into a nursing home. But for … [Read more...]
Finding Info About Care Facilities
Recently, a new tool was publicized that helps to illuminate when complaints are lodged against nursing homes and assisted living facilities in the state of Minnesota. This is designed to help people looking for care for an … [Read more...]
Why Seniors Can Be Reluctant to Accept Help
If you’ve ever spoken with an older loved one about starting senior care, you have probably seen some pushback regarding the topic. This is really common. No one wants to be reliant upon someone else to get through their days safely. No one … [Read more...]
Ensuring the Rights of Long Term Care Facility Residents
In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, there is a renewed emphasis on preserving the rights of senior citizens, especially those that are residents in senior care facilities. This includes protection from abuse and neglect, but it goes much … [Read more...]
Alcohol Use Among Senior Citizens
A study about alcohol usage and long term effects on health has revealed some interesting information. In addition to the other well known issues that can come about from moderate to excessive alcohol usage, there is a link between alcohol … [Read more...]
Downsizing and Unexpected Expenses
Senior care can be quite expensive, especially if you are moving a loved one into a nursing home. The average cost of one year in a nursing home for an American is $90,000. Regardless of your income or financial status, that’s a lot of … [Read more...]