Aging Parents? Here are 11 Red Flags You Need to Look For
Part One: Red Flags One Through Five No one ever wants to think about their parents getting old and frail, but the reality is that it's something we all have…
Part One: Red Flags One Through Five No one ever wants to think about their parents getting old and frail, but the reality is that it's something we all have…
If you are like me, you are starting to worry about what will happen when your parents can no longer take care of themselves. They may live with you or you with them and you may be available evenings and weekends. What about daytime care options for your aging parents? Luckily, there are a lot of daytime care options available. This blog post will discuss some of the most common ones. Keep in mind that every situation is different, so be sure to talk to your parents and their doctor to figure out what is best for them.
If you're like me and most adult children of aging parents, you're probably trying to do everything you can to make their lives easier. One important thing to remember is to know where all their medications are stored, and to keep track of when they need to take them. This can be especially tricky if your parents are taking multiple medications. Taking the time to help your aging parents manage their medication can be a daunting task. But by following these simple steps, you can rest assured that they’ll be getting the care they need. And that’s really all that matters.
Fears 9 and 10 This is the last blog post for the series on the Top 10 Fears of Baby Boomers. I have enjoyed sharing the this information with you…
As we continue our series on the top 10 fears of baby boomers, we are already up to number 7 and 8. The fear of declining health and having to leave our home and the fear that social security and Medicare may run out before we don’t need them anymore. Consider getting on the "stay in the know" list to make sure you don't miss the last two fears number 9 and 10. You can get on the list HERE.
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A frequent question that comes up and one we are familiar with is “Can I get paid to care for my aging parent or spouse?” The honest answer is yes…
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In this blog post we will discuss when it is appropriate for a telemed or telehealth visit and if there are times when a face-to-face visit with the doctor is best. We will discuss the pros and cons of telehealth and address some barriers to accessing this virtual visit.
This is one conversation no one wants to have with their aging parent. “Dad (or Mom), I don’t think you should be driving your car any longer”. “Please consider as…