A look at the Long-Term Care Services and Supports Scorecard, 2014. In the next few years, our nation faces an upsurge of older adults living longer with debilitating chronic conditions. Their need for specialized long-term care will soar and place new demands on health care and support systems. And adding more demand on care systems is the …
5 Age in Place Technology Products You’ve Probably Never Seen
Age in place technology products have been enjoying a lot of media attention as of late. I don't know what consumers feel about some of these new products, since a lot of companies seem to be building things without actually asking people if they would use them. (But, that's another story.) However, there are a few very cool and unique aging in …
Parent Care Solutions Address Seniors Living Alone at Home
WALNUT CREEK, CA - August 21, 2014 A survey of seniors over 65 years living alone revealed that 21-23% stated their health care is only part of the quality care solution. Mark Hager, AgeInPlace.com Founder and Denise Yarmlak, SafeinHome.com Director of Marketing based in Walnut Creek, discussed several current family issues and how this …
Home Automation Can Be a Help for Family Caregivers
As a caregiver, you want the best possible quality of life for your loved one. You want them to be safe, comfortable and enjoy their home life. Well, home automation can be a help for family caregivers, helping you have more peace of mind knowing they are doing just that. In a previous article, we discussed how home automation and aging in place …
Early Long Term Care Planning
So you are planning on aging in place. You’ve implemented a plan that has included home modifications to help you as you get older. Then, just as you feel proud and secure in your plan, you have new disabilities to consider. Just because you need some assistance does not mean you have to sacrifice your independence. In fact, a little long term care …
Elderly Parents Get Financial Assistance … From Their Adult Children
It would be interesting to see some statistics for the United States. What about you? Do you have parents aging in place or in a managed care environment that you are contributing financially to? Post a comment below and let us know. Here's an interesting article from Your Money about the financial impact being felt by some 1.7 million adult …