Estate planning is important as you grow older. The professionals at Elder Care Direction are available to offer you some guidance as you plan for your golden years. One thing you’ve likely heard is that you should write a will at a minimum. If you do not have a will when you die, your state…
If you are unaware of the differences between home health and home care, you are not alone. It is common for people to confuse these two types of care that are provided in the home. The advisors at Elder Care Direction can help you to understand the differences and which might be a better option…
If you are helping your elderly loved one with deciding where to live, senior home share match-up programs might be one option to consider. These programs allow seniors to receive rent or help around the house from their housemates in exchange for giving them private rooms. Older adults may either rent their homes from someone…
The U.S. Census Bureau reports that more than 7.6 million people in the U.S. are living with chronic health conditions and are receiving in-home care. When you think about the number of people who are being cared for by family members, the number is even higher. Many people who receive in-home care are older adults…
If your loved one is nearing the end of his or her life, hospice may be an option to help to preserve his or her quality of life. The compassionate professionals at Elder Care Direction can offer you and your loved one some guidance about what to expect. Terminally ill people who are expected to…
When older adults prepare to transition from short- to long-term care, their families may apply for Medicaid on their behalf so that they can secure funding to pay for 24-hour skilled nursing care. Medicare does not pay for long-term care, but Medicaid will for older adults who qualify. For more information about qualifying for Medicaid…
A majority of older adults will need some type of long-term care at some time during their lives. If you are the caregiver of an older adult who needs long-term care, it can be difficult to decide the right type of care to choose since they are not all the same. The advisors at Elder…
If you are a caregiver who is worried that your elderly loved one is not eating nutritious and hot meals, a meal delivery service may be an option for you. The staff at Elder Care Direction can help you to learn more about meal delivery services for the elderly. Meal services for older adults The…
If you are preparing to plan your estate, it is also important for you to organize your estate planning documents once they are completed so that they will be easier for your loved ones to find. The professionals at Elder Care Direction can assist you with planning and can offer some tips for organizing your…
Memory care is a long-term care option that is available to seniors who are suffering from dementia, Alzheimer’s disease or other memory impairments. If your loved one has cognitive or memory difficulties, the advisors at Elder Care Direction can help you to determine whether memory care might be a good choice. Here are some things…