If you are nearing age 65, you might be thinking about Medicare. Medicare can be confusing to people because of the different parts. In addition to Medicare Parts A, B, C, and D, there is also a type of policy called Medicare Select. This policy is a Medigap policy that keeps your coverage within a…
As you are preparing to plan your estate, you might find that some of the titles and terms that are used in estate law can be confusing. These terms may also be confusing if you are someone who has been named as a person who is responsible for managing the estate of your loved one…
If you have an elderly loved one, it can be stressful when you have to take him or her to the hospital. When your loved one has dementia, it can be even more stressful. Planning ahead for hospital visits can help to take some of the stress out of the situation. Here is a checklist…
If you are taking care of an aging parent or believe that you will be doing so in the future, you are a caregiver. Family caregivers should have caregiving plans in place. At Elder Care Direction, we can help you to create a plan that will work well for you and for your loved one.…
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…
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…