As people begin to age they are more likely to be victims of a scam. Older people are targeted at a higher rate because of their vulnerability, wanting to feel like they are still in control, and the illusion of making money when they are on a fixed income. [Read more…]
One of the most heartbreaking experiences a person can face is watching a loved one slowly deteriorate due to dementia. At first, they may be only forgetting small details, which later progresses to significant details, such as what street they live on, or who their family members are. [Read more…]
Making the decision to place a family member in an assisted living facility is never easy. The process often comes with worry, guilt, and concerns about (a) how your loved one is going to feel about it, and (b) the associated costs. [Read more…]
At some point in many families’ lives, they’ll have to address a momentous elephant in the room: Whether it’s time to move a loved one to a senior housing community. It’s often a difficult subject because of the popular belief that if you truly love someone, just bring them to live with you. And while that’s certainly an option for some people, it’s not practical for others. [Read more…]
There are few things in life that are scarier than hearing that you or a loved one has a heart condition. Things can get even more overwhelming if you keep hearing medical terms that go right over your head. [Read more…]