If you are struggling to coordinate the care and senior living needs of your elderly loved one, you might want to learn about a program of all-inclusive care or Pace. Pace programs are comprehensive and offer services for people who are ages 55 and older and who are frail enough to be categorized as eligible…
A part of planning for retirement includes making certain that you or your loved one will have adequate, affordable housing. This is especially important as part of your planning process if you or your loved one is a senior citizen who is facing increased expenses, reduced mobility, and a limited income. The professionals at Elder…
Legal issues for older adults can be complicated. When you are tasked with helping an elderly loved one to navigate the many issues that can impact your loved one and your family, it can be difficult to know when or if you need to get help from an elder law attorney. Elder Care Direction can…
Disorders such as Parkinson’s disease, Alzheimer’s disease, and dementia have become increasingly common among older adults. Dementia and related diseases can be extraordinarily difficult for everyone, including the families of the seniors who are affected. When your loved one suffers from dementia, it can be difficult to take care of financial and legal manners. If…
As an adult child of aging parents, you may be assisting your parents with their medical needs and living arrangements. You may have heard of the phrase geriatric care and will likely encounter it more frequently as time passes. Geriatric care is an umbrella term that includes many different services for elderly adults, including care…
Dealing with end-of-life concerns can be a complex and emotionally draining process, leading many people to avoid making important decisions about how to handle their issues. While it may be uncomfortable for you to address, it is important for you to spend the time that you need to think about what you would like to…
If you or your elderly loved one are dealing with the complex legal issues that can be involved with growing older, it might be time for you to seek help from an elder law attorney. The professionals at Elder Care Direction are able to assist you with understanding the needs that you have and to…
A majority of people who are drawing near to their retirements are worried about how they might pay for the costs of long-term care. Many people who have already retired are also worried about it. A primary cause of the worries that people have about long-term care costs and senior living costs is uncertainty. Planning…
If your parents are growing older, the cost of their care can continue to increase. The care needs for elderly adults may extend far beyond going to medical appointments and may include such things as staying in assisted living facilities, receiving care in skilled nursing facilities, or living in long-term nursing care facilities. All of…
If you have an elderly loved one who requires skilled nursing care, it is important for you to understand what costs you will be responsible to pay and what Medicare might cover. The caring staff at Elder Care Direction can help you to understand the ways that you might be able to pay for your…