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How to Identify Elder Abuse and How to Report It

Last Updated: December 17, 2019 When older people lose the ability to care for themselves, there is often a network of people collaborating to provide the level of attention and care they need. For people who live in their own homes, this could include family members, nurses or...

Posted On 17 Dec 2019

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When Assisted Living Roommates Don’t Get Along

Felix Unger and Oscar Madison may have milked the “incompatible roommate” scenario for laughs, but it’s no laughing matter if your mom is part of an “Odd Couple” at her assisted living community. Having roommates whose personal habits or personality traits clash with your own can...

Posted On 21 Jun 2019

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How to Choose a Life Insurance Policy When You’re Over 55

An increased life expectancy has changed the life insurance market over the past few decades. More and more people are enjoying life past the traditional retirement age and therefore, the value of obtaining life insurance for older adults continues to increase. Even if you’re...

Posted On 12 Jun 2019

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When a Health Care Proxy and Power of Attorney Disagree

When Dad and Mom named you health care proxy and your sibling power of attorney, the division of responsibilities and roles seemed wise. What happens, however, when your sibling won’t open the purse strings to pay for the care you think your parents need? Learn more about how to...

Posted On 10 Jun 2019

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6 Reasons to Consider Life Insurance

It is often assumed that the opportunity for obtaining life insurance coverage is past its prime if you are a senior. While it’s true that life insurance premiums get more expensive as you age, it’s never too late for seniors to consider life insurance. Whether you’re 50, 60, 70...

Posted On 07 Jun 2019

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Does a Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) Make Financial Sense for You?

The benefits of a continuing care retirement community (CCRC) or “life plan community,” may sound appealing to those considering the needs of a parent or senior loved one. In a CCRC, residents are able to age in place if and when their needs progress from assisted...

Posted On 25 Jan 2019

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What to Do When Dad and Mom Have Different Senior Living Care Needs

Dad may be able to live independently but Mom may need assisted living or memory care. Living separately can put a strain on your parents’ relationship as well as their relationships with family members. What can you do to make the arrangement work? Sharon Daily, LCSW-C, a social...

Posted On 23 Jan 2019

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5 Helpful Tips for Moving Your Senior Parent

Last Updated: August 10, 2018 Moving a senior parent is a challenge like no other. Not only are emotions highly charged, but the complicated logistics of deciding how and when to conduct the move to senior living can add even more pressure to an already difficult experience....

Posted On 10 Aug 2018

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How to Choose Between Rehab and Skilled Nursing

If your parent has been in the hospital because of chronic illness, injury, stroke or surgery, the next step may be a period of rehabilitation. Rehabilitation can take place at home, but often your parent’s situation may require a stay at a rehabilitation center in a skilled...

Posted On 25 Jun 2018

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A Room-by-Room Guide to Safeguarding Homes for Seniors

Nearly 90% of people age 65 and over want to stay in their family home as they age, according to an AARP study. However, aging in place requires safeguarding homes for seniors to prevent any unnecessary accidents, fatigue or stress. A Room-by-Room Guide to Safeguarding Homes Use...

Posted On 10 Jul 2017

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