An aging parent or loved one is now living in your home and suddenly… you are a primary caregiver. Whether that person has returned to your care from a facility following coronavirus threats, or you’re taking on that responsibility for the first time, you likely need to make some adjustments to ensure the health and safety of the person you are looking after. In part one … [Read more...]
Tips On The Best Caregiving Technology For Homes
Start with Safety An aging parent or loved one is now living in your home and suddenly… you are a primary caregiver. Whether that person has returned to your care from a facility following coronavirus threats, or you’re taking on that responsibility for the first time, you likely need to make some adjustments to ensure the health and safety of the person you are looking … [Read more...]
What Happens to Josh if I Fall I’ll?
Planning for you and your pet is important. One unexpected outcome of the coronavirus is how it highlights the need for everyone, at all ages, to let their wishes be known through a living will / advance directive for healthcare. What I have not thought through completely is what happens to Josh if I am unable to care for him. It’s been on my mind lately as more and more … [Read more...]
Social Distance Doesn’t Have To Mean Social Isolation For Your Elder.
Now more than ever, it is time to embrace technology. Who would have thought that social media and applications developed for the business world would help us get through a pandemic? Between Facetime, Skype and Google Hangouts, there are ways of connecting your loved one to family members multiple times a day. Zoom and Free Conference Call have been used by business for … [Read more...]
Who will make sure my wishes are followed? Who will see that I am legally protected?
Key answers for elder orphans We have been talking about professionals who will help Elder Orphans take and keep control of their lives. Last week we focused on Aging Life Care Specialists and Daily Money Managers. This week we are shining the spotlight on two more members of your support team. Elder Law Attorney Rekha Rao, Rao Legal Group, LLC Why is estate planning … [Read more...]