Category Archives: Elder Care Decisions
When Is It Time to Take Away the Car Keys?
You’re riding in the passenger seat with your elder at the wheel and wondering: Is it really safe? Not just for you and your loved one, but for everyone else on the road? Maybe she ran a stop sign without … Continue reading
What You Should Know About Choosing a Medicare D Plan
As we age or develop chronic medical challenges, prescriptions often claim a significant chunk of monthly income. Fortunately, for people 65 and older, Medicare provides a voluntary option for prescription drug coverage—commonly known as a Medicare D plan. Choosing the … Continue reading
“Mom Always Liked You Best!”—How to Get Past Sibling Rivalry and Work Together to Care for Your Aging Parent
There’s an old saying that “one mother can raise many children, but many children cannot care for one mother.” An oversimplification, certainly, but all too often true. Learning to cooperate as siblings to care for your aging parent can be … Continue reading
How to Keep Your Loved One at Home—Part II: Picking the Right Home Care Service
Keeping your aging loved one independent as long as possible is a goal that many of us share. Hiring qualified, reputable caregivers is key to helping him or her remain at home in safety and comfort. Short-term Home Care Services … Continue reading
How to Keep Your Loved One at Home—Part I: Support Services and Home Adaptations
One of the most challenging issues that families face when planning care for aging loved ones is how to keep your elder independent, at home, for as long as possible. Developing a workable solution begins with understanding your loved one’s … Continue reading