Taking care of a family member is hard but also very rewarding. It’s also a minefield for the law. An attorney who specializes in elder law can help you and your family figure out how to take care of older people. In this blog post, we’ll talk about the different types of elder law attorneys… Continue reading Gaining Clarity: Elder Law Attorney Can Offer Support to Family Caregivers
Category: Caregiver
The Benefits of In-Home Care for Seniors
As we age, it is natural for our physical and cognitive abilities to decline to some degree. For many seniors, this may mean that they need additional support in order to maintain their independence and quality of life. One option that is becoming increasingly popular is in-home care, which involves receiving healthcare and support services… Continue reading The Benefits of In-Home Care for Seniors
Top 10 Senior Caregiver Duties You May Encounter
Most people find it challenging to care for their senior family members. The problem worsens when they have a traditional 9-5 job and no one else at home to care for the ailing father or mother. As a result, they hire a homecare agency to get the job done. However, most family caregivers lack evidence-based… Continue reading Top 10 Senior Caregiver Duties You May Encounter
Cost For In-Home Care Services in California
Home care is a professional, experienced, and reliable service allowing senior citizens to live within the comfort of their homes. It helps older or aging adults and individuals who need assistance in daily life. The purpose is to prevent your senior family member from falls and accidents, reduce the risk of chronic health conditions, and… Continue reading Cost For In-Home Care Services in California
COVID-19 Risks and Vaccine Information for Elders
The covid-19 pandemic has changed the landscape of living a life and doing business. It has affected millions worldwide, disrupted supply chains, and forced companies to shut their doors. Although mass vaccination campaigns worldwide, particularly in the western hemisphere, have reduced the risks to some extent, new variants still pose a significant threat. Dry cough,… Continue reading COVID-19 Risks and Vaccine Information for Elders
Activities of Daily Living Checklists for Seniors
Activities of daily living, also known as ADLs, are routine tasks people of all ages perform. However, a 2019 research study published on NCBI highlights that older adults find it challenging to carry out ADLs without assistance. The inability to achieve ADLs can lead to an unsafe environment and poor quality of life. Common ADLs… Continue reading Activities of Daily Living Checklists for Seniors
Signs a Senior Needs Help at Home
Assisted living facilities provide housing, personal care services, supervision, and heart-related support to seniors suffering from chronic health conditions like dementia, disability, arthritis, diabetes, cancer, or heart diseases. Most families don’t have buy schedules and can’t spend quality time with their elderly loved ones. As a result, the senior member of the family above 60… Continue reading Signs a Senior Needs Help at Home
Physical and Mental Health Effects of Family Caregiving
Is family caregiving worth it? Does it deteriorate your physical and mental wellbeing? Here is everything you need to know based on evidence!
How Much Does 24/7 In-Home Care Cost Per Month?
What is 24/7 in-home care? What is the average monthly cost of in-home care? How to pay for it? Check out this post to read the answers!
How to Deal With Elderly Parents Who Refuse Help
Coming to terms with your parents’ aging is incredibly difficult; it can bring a range of emotions and stressors into your life. Dealing with parents who refuse help can intensify this challenge. It is frustrating to try to convince your parent that it is time to examine long-term care options that meet their needs or… Continue reading How to Deal With Elderly Parents Who Refuse Help