According to the National Institute of Health, approximately 25 percent of caregivers live with their disabled or elderly relatives. This type of living arrangement can offer numerous benefits, but there may be a point at which it can cause added stress, fatigue, and expense. The staff at Elder Care Direction believes that you should consider…
If you are caring for an aging parent, you might wonder when it will be time for your parent to move from an assisted living facility to a nursing home. There are many different issues involved with the care needs of elderly adults, and the professionals at Elder Care Direction are here to answer the…
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 your elderly loved one needs help to pay for long-term care, he or she might be eligible for Medicaid if his or her income and assets meet the guidelines. Medicaid is a joint program between the state and federal governments. the states are able to set the benefits that they offer and the criteria…
Medicaid might help to pay for nursing home care if you have a low income and limited assets. States have different eligibility rules and benefits. Most will pay for personal care and medical services for people who live with an illness or disability no matter their ages. The staff at Elder Care Direction can help…
As people grow older, finding affordable senior housing can be difficult. Older adults may pay a disproportionate amount of their monthly income on their housing costs, and the housing that they have might not meet their needs. Seniors may pay as much as 50 percent of their incomes on their housing costs when experts recommend…
If you are an older adult who needs to find affordable housing, you might have several options available. one option that you might be qualified for is HUD low-income senior citizen housing. The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development offers 23 different programs for older adults. The professionals at Elder Care Direction can explain…
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…
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…
Assisted living can cost from $2,000 to $5,000 per month, and Medicare does not pay for it. If your loved one will need long-term care, it is important that you understand how he or she might pay for it. The professionals at Elder Care Direction are available to help you with planning. Here are some…