Options in Private Home Care Services
Home is where they want to be. We hear it repeatedly from aging seniors and who can blame them? Home is familiar and comfortable, and – it seems as far as they’re concerned – it is up to us to make it safe. With private home care services, it is possible to stay home longer. […]
Elder Law: An Easy Call to Make
Attorneys can get a bad rap. Especially after decades of TV shows and movies sensationalizing the clever lawyer who yells, bullies, and tricks their way into a winning verdict for their client. We’ve been subtly conditioned to be wary of all lawyers. Know any good lawyer jokes? Of course you do. Some types of lawyers […]
Applying for Public Benefits: What to Expect
Alright, fellow procrastinators. It’s time to stop delaying the inevitable and apply for public benefits. The number one reason we don’t apply? We already assume we won’t qualify. Like with most things in life, the more you know, the less you have to fear. Also, having a knowledgeable Public Benefits Attorney review your case can […]
Aging Parents: Can I Be a Guardian?
If you are 18 years of age or older and have not been convicted of a felony, the short answer is most likely yes – but – guardianship is the option of last resort for seniors in Florida. Alternatives to guardianship are available that can save time, money, and relationships if the senior person assigns […]
Respite Care: You Deserve a Break
Have you ever met a primary caregiver who could use a break? Or rather, have you ever met one who didn’t need some time away? A respite from day-to-day responsibilities, particularly when caring for an aging parent or disabled spouse, can feel like an unrealistic option for a primary caregiver. For example, the unique situation […]
Senior Driving Safety: Time to Take the Keys?
Driving has long signaled freedom and independence. A sign of power in youth and the last vestige of opportunity in old age, the craving to drive is a core desire for the majority of our lives. The current generation of older adults – the Baby Boomers – are the first to experience this love affair. […]
Dementia: Helpful Hints for Daily Life
When someone we love is diagnosed with dementia, we are all living with dementia. It can be a scary and confusing time as everyone learns to adjust. You may want to learn all you can about the disease and what to expect. But most of all, you want to discover how to live with dementia […]
Summer Nutrition for Seniors
There is no getting around it – it is HOT here in Florida. Nutrition and hydration are an important focus for everyone, particularly for seniors. Fresh, healthy food can be expensive but good menu planning can make eating right affordable. Not sure what food to prepare to help beat the heat? Keeping healthy snacks on […]
3 Risks to Avoid with Private Duty Care
Moving into a senior living community is a big decision. It is hard to know when a move is needed, much less when to bring up the subject. Seniors prefer to age at home, but sometimes that is complicated by health issues and safety concerns. Adult children struggle to find the right time to talk […]
Senior Scams: What to Know
It seems like hardly a day passes that we don’t hear another story about a senior losing their life savings to a scammer. From phone calls requesting money to endless emails with “Click here” enticements, senior scams are persistent. No matter where you live, or how old you are, fraud can happen in an instant. […]