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
8 Early Signs of Dementia (and 5 Tips on How to Help Your Loved One)
While there are many conditions that may push a family to seek additional help for their aging loved one, few are as devastating as dementia. Although some amount of memory loss and forgetfulness should be expected, catching dementia early can help your family make the most of the time you have left. In our comprehensive… Continue reading 8 Early Signs of Dementia (and 5 Tips on How to Help Your Loved One)
How is Most Assisted Living Care Usually Paid for?
Assisted living offers various benefits to senior citizens, including personalized care, support with activities of daily living (ADL), fall/accident prevention, autonomy, comfort, social engagement, and peace of mind. According to the National Center for Assisted Living (NCAL), the U.S has over 28,000 assisted living communities that provide services to over 800,000 older adults with chronic… Continue reading How is Most Assisted Living Care Usually Paid for?
What State Has The Cheapest Assisted Living?
The dramatic increase in assisted living costs is due to the shortage of experienced and skilled caregivers in the United States. According to Genworth, an insurance company, retaining qualified workers is one of the most significant problems for assisted living facilities. Assisted living service providers make substantial efforts to pay higher salaries and maintain the… Continue reading What State Has The Cheapest Assisted Living?
How to Find High-Quality Home Care for Your Loved One
Taking care of your aging loved one isn’t something you have to manage alone. Whether you’re caring for a parent, spouse, or other family member, it’s vital to provide them with the best possible care. If your loved one isn’t ready for full-time assistance (such as a nursing facility), home care may be the right… Continue reading How to Find High-Quality Home Care for Your Loved One