If you are caring for your elderly parent, it is important that you understand what to expect when your parent receives Medicaid to pay for long-term care. The professionals at Elder Care Direction work with families so that they can understand how to help their relatives to qualify for Medicaid and to protect the estates…
If you are caring for an elderly loved one who needs skilled nursing care, you might wonder what will be covered by Medicare. It is important that you understand that Medicare will only pay for skilled nursing services. It will not pay for stays in custodial nursing facilities on a long-term basis. The staff at…
If you are caring for an aging parent or another elderly relative, you might be wondering what types of senior living options might be available to him or her. You may have heard of continuing care retirement communities and might wonder whether a CCRC is a good choice for your loved one. At Elder Care…
If you are an adult child of an aging parent, you may have noticed some signs that make you worry about whether your parent might be developing Alzheimer’s disease or dementia. It is important for you to recognize the signs so that you can get help. Getting help early can help to slow the progression…
Many adults require long-term care when they grow older. Grown children who are in their forties through sixties and who may be busy with their own careers and children may also take on the job of caring for their elderly parents. Trying to care for children and your parents can be a financial and emotional…
No matter your age, it is a good idea for you to have a will. However, you might be unclear about a will is and the way that it works. The professionals at Elder Care Direction can provide you with some guidance about the importance of wills, and we can give you referrals to one…
Trying to coordinate the care for your elderly parent can be difficult. It can likewise be hard to accept that it is time for your loved one to move to a memory care facility or to assisted living. It is common for adult children to put the subject off because of its emotional difficulty. At…
If you are someone who expects to provide care for an aging parent or other elderly loved one, you likely have a number of questions and reservations. Here are some of the most frequently asked questions that the professionals at Elder Care Direction receive so that you can understand what to expect. 1. Who serves…
If you think that your elderly parents might need long-term care in the future, it is important for you to learn about Medicaid so that you can determine whether they might be eligible for it. Medicaid may pay the costs of long-term care in certain situations. The staff at Elder Care Direction can help you…