Most people understand the importance of retirement planning. When they start working at their first jobs, they should also begin to save for their retirements by making contributions to their employer-sponsored 401(k) plans. However, certain employers do not offer these types of plans and might offer pensions or 403(b) plans instead. At Elder Care Direction,…
Older adults might benefit from adult foster care. This type of care is provided in a home environment for elderly people. Adult foster care may also be provided to people who have developmental or intellectual disabilities that impact their ability to live on their own. Today, however, an increasing number of adult foster care homes…
It is commendable if you want to help to care for your loved one. However, if you serve as a caregiver, it is important for you to understand how doing so might affect your own well-being. Some people who care for their loved ones experience caregiver role strain. At Elder Care Direction, we can help…
Many people confuse hospice and palliative care since they both focus on giving comfort to people who have serious illnesses that limit their lives. It is important for you to understand how these types of care differ, however. At Elder Care Direction, we can help families understand palliative care and hospice so that they can…
Many people will find themselves filling caregiver roles for their loved ones at some point in their lives. Whether you become a caregiver gradually or unexpectedly, you might find that you have become the primary caregiver of your loved one. The professionals at Elder Care Direction are here to help you to understand your role…
In most cases, challenging a will is difficult. An estimated 99% of wills go through the probate process without any challenges. The courts view wills as the testators’ voices, who are the people who wrote the wills. Since the testators are no longer able to speak about what he or she wants, the courts adhere…
People who live in nursing homes have legal rights. The rights of nursing home residents include the right to receive care that meets specific standards, to be informed about financial assistance sources that may be available to them, to be involved in decisions about their treatment, and other rights that affect their daily life in…
A financial power of attorney allows another person to manage the financial affairs of the person who grants it. It is commonly used by elderly adults to grant the power to a loved one so that the loved one can keep track of their finances and manage them. If you have a financial power of…
If you are an elderly adult, you may be eligible to claim the senior credit. This credit is also known as the credit for the elderly or disabled. It is a federal credit that you can apply to your tax returns if you are a qualifying senior or a disabled person and meet specific income…
If you are currently thinking about how to plan your estate, you might wonder how you should choose your executor. The executor of your estate will have many different duties and responsibilities such as handling your estate in probate court, managing your assets, paying your debts, and distributing the proceeds of your estate to your…