Apr 11, 2022 | Distance
Being a caregiver to a loved one is an incredibly rewarding experience, yet it’s also a difficult one. And if your loved one has dementia, caregiving can be even more challenging. Five tips when providing care for someone with dementia. 1. Be open to new ways of...
Apr 4, 2022 | Diagnosis
Having your affairs taken care of should an emergency happen is incredibly important, whether you’re single or married, have kids or not. You worked hard for your savings, and your assets should be used as you wish to take care of you in the event of incapacitation or...
Mar 28, 2022 | Debt
There are now more than 70 million Baby Boomers in the U.S. Yet, millions of adult children may not be prepared to make important decisions about their parents’ future because of a lack of knowledge about their parents’ finances. While people in their 40s and 50s...
Mar 21, 2022 | Death
It’s often the unspeakable level of grief: preparing for the death of a parent. Holidays such as Father’s Day or Mother’s Day become difficult and sorrowful. Photographs and family gatherings are now bittersweet. If your parent is in hospice care, it’s important to be...
Mar 14, 2022 | Distance
If your aging parents need help to stay safe and healthy, you might be unsure about how to handle the situation. Use these 7 steps to turn the vague problem of “my aging parents need help” into a practical, realistic plan to help mom or dad be as healthy and happy as...
Mar 7, 2022 | Diagnosis
Even if your relationship with your mom and dad is less than perfect, you won’t want to see them struggle, especially as they get older. Thankfully, there are ways you can prepare your aging parents for a comfortable future, and as far as possible, stress-free. 1 Have...