Getting ahead
This is the time of year to get ahead of the “end of year pile-up” that occurs when it’s open enrollment season for everything medical and the calendar year deductibles need to be revisited. If you prepare now for the Read More …
Tag: #elderly
An Intervention for Seniors – Guest Blog by Attorney Virginia Hammerle
Convincing your parents that they need to share their personal and financial information with you can be challenging. But sharing information is best for everyone in the family.
New Year, New View
What is the most frequently heard answer to my question “How are your parents doing?” It is “My parents are doing great now.” I understand the need to believe that your parents are doing well. I’ve been there and I’ve Read More …
Give Yourself 3 Holiday Gifts
In the midst of the hubbub, it’s often ourselves that we short first as we juggle the responsibilities of caring for our elders in addition to all the other pressures felt at this time of year. Here are 3 ways Read More …
Double Checks for Rx
Ever wonder if your elder’s meds are being taken correctly? If they are living in a residence facility, are their meds being dispensed at the right time and in the right dosage? Well, you’re not coming out of left field Read More …
Elder Emergencies – Stay Ahead of the Storm
Seen the photos of nursing home residents sitting in waist deep water? Watch the elderly couple’s daughter flag down a CNN crew to rescue them from rising waters? These are examples of how devastating emergencies can be magnified when they involve Read More …
It’s Not Mean to Get Lean
In fact, it’s kind of mean to the folks left with the stuff if you don’t get lean. Do your elders have 60, 70, 80+ years of stuff? Have they ever trimmed down any of it? If you are a Read More …
Help When It’s Time for Hospice
When someone tells you it’s time to call hospice for someone you love, it’s one of the toughest bits of news you’ll ever hear. However, when you do get that news, you’ll still need good information. Here are a few Read More …
Begin with the End in Mind
Raise your hand if discussing death with your parents is fun. I see no hands. Yeah, yeah, I know I’m not looking at an audience right now – but I also know of no one that would. It’s not a Read More …
Alphabet Soup – Medigap Lingo Spelled Out
It’s open enrollment time for Medicare and Medicare Supplement plans (Medigap). After a brief glance at this menagerie, you may be seeing stars (or letters!). Here’s a quick cheat sheet to get you started.