There is a little confusion as to what respite care is. To some, it is care provided in the home; to others, care provided at a facility. Regardless of how you define it, respite care spells temporary relief for caregivers. Respite care is not a new concept. In fact, the Senate and President Bush have passed legislation to make respite care more …
Preparing Your Home for Elderly Parents
If you're faced with preparing your home for one or both of your parents, you are going to need a plan. The truth is, there are going to be many choices that you are going to have to make which will be important to get your home and your family ready for this new live-in situation. The good news is that with a little bit of planning and …
Aging in Place Communities
Aging in place communities mean choices. And, we've established that aging in place is about choices. One of those choices is what community you live in. Choosing the right community for you is very important as it will have real impact on your quality of life as you continue to get older. Your ability to get from one place to another, the services …
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Home Remodeling for Aging in Place – A pragmatic view
Home Remodeling for Aging in Place is not something all Boomers think of on a regular basis. Thousands of the older Baby Boomer generation turn 65 every day. And, as a result of growing older, they are living the ills that befall us all as we age; stiff joints, illness or other physical impairments that make getting around the home more difficult. …
Long term care insurance
While making plans for the care you may need in the future, don’t forget to consider long term care insurance. Long term care insurance helps cover some costs of long term care, which may become necessary for as much as 70% of the population over age 65. Whether you experience gradual decline of abilities or suffer a sudden illness or disability, …