As people grow older, some will lose the capacity to make decisions for themselves. If you have an elderly loved one who has become incapacitated and cannot grant a power of attorney, a guardianship might be necessary. Elder Care Direction can help you to understand your options so you can help your loved one. Here…
Once you create your estate plan, that does not mean that you simply put it away and never revisit it. Just as your life will change, your estate plan might need to change as well. After you complete your estate plan, you might need to review it after major life changes and make modifications to…
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,…
When you are facing an imminent loss of a loved one, you might experience some grief in anticipation of his or her passing. Anticipatory grief is real, and it can feel similar to the type of grief that you might experience after your loved one dies. Elder Care Direction can help elderly adults and their…
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…
If your loved one suffers from dementia or another condition, he or she might need help with completing daily tasks. Many seniors benefit from receiving custodial care. Here is some information from Elder Care Direction about custodial care and what you might expect. What is custodial care? Non-medical people provide custodial care. These professionals assist…
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…